Universal Tool

1. A set of socket wrenches with interchangeable heads. The set must include a set of interchangeable heads with dimensions from 10 to 32 mm, for a connecting square 1/2" (0.5 inch). It is desirable that this set contains the entire range of working profiles of metric size, as well as a special «candle» head 17 or 21 mm (deep head, inside which is inserted a rubber ring designed to hold the spark plug when it is removed). It is also desirable that there be a second set of heads with dimensions from 7 to 14 mm for a smaller landing size (1/4") and an additional set of deep sockets for 8, 10, 12 and 13 mm, for loosening nuts from long studs. It is very convenient to work if the set includes ratchet knobs (ratchet). They allow you to quickly unscrew and wrap fasteners.

Warning! To avoid damage to the ratchet, do not use ratchet to loosen and final tighten bolts and nuts.

Since the car uses TORX bolts, as well as bolts with an internal hexagon, the kit should have sets of appropriate heads and nozzles, as well as nozzles with a working profile for Phillips and slotted screwdrivers.

2. Collar with a hinge and a long handle. It is necessary for loosening threaded connections of large diameter, when it is necessary to exert considerable effort (e.g. when loosening the front wheel hub nut).

3. Combination wrench set (horn and cap) dimension from 7 to 32 mm. It is desirable that the entire range of metric wrenches be available (after 1 mm).

Warning! Open-end wrenches are not designed to apply significant forces to fasteners, since the edges of bolts and nuts are crushed. Tighten or loosen the tightening with such wrenches only if it is impossible to do this with socket or box wrenches.

4. A set of spanners. It is useful to supplement a set of combination wrenches with curved ring wrenches of the most popular sizes: 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 22 and 24 mm.

5. A set of hex keys from 2 to 12 mm.

6. Torque wrench. Designed for final tightening of threaded connections with a regulated moment.

7. A set of Phillips and slotted screwdrivers, varying in size and length. It is very convenient if, when performing repairs, there will be a large selection of screwdrivers with blades of various lengths and widths.

8. Hammers. It is desirable to have several hammers with a steel head weighing 200.500, 1000 g, and, in addition, with a plastic or rubber head.

9. Wire cutters (side cutters), pliers, pliers with curved jaws.

10. Shilo.

11. Soft metal punches (brass, copper, aluminum bars) for knocking out axles, shafts.

12. A set of punches and barbs made of steel for knocking out pins, cotter pins, etc.

13. Chisel. It is better to purchase two or three chisels with different blade widths. It is desirable to have a long chisel for working in hard-to-reach places.

14. Hacksaw for metal, a set of needle files and files.

15. Mounting blade. You should have a set of two or three blades of different lengths that can be used as levers.

16. Sliding pliers.

17. Metal brushes.

18. Electric drill with a set of drills for metal (up to 0 13 mm).

19. Locksmith vice. The vise must be securely fastened to the workbench.