Maintenance and Minor Repairs

• A variety of wrenches are needed for basic maintenance and minor repair. These include a standard and metric combination wrench set, an 8-inch adjustable wrench, a spark plug wrench with a rubber insert, a brake bleeder wrench and an oil filter wrench. Purchase a 5/16- by-6-inch screwdriver, and a No.2, 6-inch Phillips screwdriver. Other basic tools include a spark-plug gap tool, feeler gauge set, 6-inch combination pliers and a 4-way lug wrench. Obtain a tire pressure gauge, grease gun, oil can, fine emery cloth, wire brush, medium-size funnel, safety goggles, two jack stands and a drain pan.
  
  

Repair and Overhaul Tools

• Standard repair tools include two large-socket-sets, with a 1/2-inch drive and a 3/8-inch drive. These are costly but versatile, especially with added extensions and drives. Additional tools include a 10-inch extension and a universal joint. Your screwdriver sets should include a standard 1/4- by 6-inch, and 5/16-inch stubby screwdriver. Include a No.3 by 8-inch -- and a stubby No.2 -- Phillips screwdriver Add 8-ouce ball peen and plastic hammers. Purchase vise grip, needle nose and snap-ring pliers. A 1/2-inch cold chisel, scribe, scraper, center punch, selection of files, large wire brush, second set of jack stands and scissor hydraulic jack are found in most shops. A set of pin punches, 1/8- to 3/8-inch Allen wrench set, a Torx wrench set and a 12-inch steel straight edge ruler are handy. An optional investment is a drill with a 3/8-inch chuck capacity, and a set of bits.
  
  

Special Tools

• Tools included for work on pistons include a piston-ring groove-cleaning tool, piston-ring compressor and piston-ring installation tool. Cylinder work requires a, ridge-reamer surfacing hone and bore gauge. Purchase a micrometer, a hydraulic lifter removal tool, ball joint separator, universal puller, impact screwdriver and dial indicator. Special tools include a cable hoist and brake-spring remover, as well as an installation tool, valve-spring compressor and cylinder compression gauge.
  
  

Caring for Your Tools

• Care for your tools to avoid replacement. Keep them clean and stored when not in use. Wipe of any dirt, grease or metal chips after each use. Quality tools that are carefully cleaned and stored properly typically last beyond your lifetime. Tools can be passed from generation to generation.