DIY Servicing: Required tools

**sensei_** · 26-05-2012 01:20 PM

the only reason why id go for sidchrome is for the lifetime warranty. other than that there isnt much going for them these days.

snap on is good, but you need deep pockets. unless you can make a business of hiring out quality tools to weekend warriors, dont think its worth it otherwise.

**adamc11** · 26-05-2012 02:01 PM

For people interested, irwin bolt grips here:

http://www.vektools.com.au/irwin-too...et-p-9400.html

they have it $10 cheaper on ebay

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/IRWIN-5pc...ht_1203wt_1163

**adamc11** · 26-05-2012 03:47 PM

So i have decided to get the following (unless people say otherwise)...

5000kg kincrome jack stands - they give a bit more height than the 3000kg jack stands

Costco trolley jack - about $160

For socket sets, i think i will only get metric not imperial. On ebay sidchrome is better priced than kincrome from the look of it.

For 1/4" and 3/8" normal and deep sockets, check out these 2 almost identical sets, the sidchrome is cheaper than the kincrome:

Sidchrome 57 Pce 1/4&3/8" Dr Socket Set Metric-19230 - $159

Kincrome Socket Set 57 Piece Metric 1/4” & 3/8" Sq Dri 13357P - $215

For 1/2" metric sets:

Sidchrome 33 Pce 1/2" Dr Socket Set Metric-14210 - $169

Kincrome Socket Sets 25 Piece Metric1/2" Square Drive 13417P - $189

Then there is snap on, which new will cost $800 for about 26 normal sockets

What do people think of the above, sidchrome or kincrome?

**sensei_** · 26-05-2012 04:23 PM

i say get the sidchrome set *imo* slightly cheaper, lifetime warranty, and with the money you save, you can get yourself a set of irwin bolt grips.

you get the deep sockets too with the 1/2" set. might not need them on the car unless you are working with exhaust, but around the workshop they can come in useful.

if you have time and be arsed, go to your local pawnshop, they might have a few sidchrome sets about.

kinchrome jack stands look good at 5T. should be plenty to make sure they dont fail on you. by the way if you are using them on paving, can i recommend you get a piece of plywood and cut out just nice for the jack stand base. you will avoid cracking your paving/concrete when you load the car on it.

**adamc11** · 26-05-2012 05:09 PM

Thanks sensei, probably will go sidchrome. I also do need good screwdrivers and spanners/ratchet spanners.

I thought these looked ok:

Kincrome Pro EVA Tray Screwdrivers & Accessories 34 Piece - $198

As for spanners, i would probably want a set of geared and another set of non geared. I think kincrome have reversible geared sets, are they worth the extra?

Between the sidchrome and kincrome, should i just choose a set at the best price?

Also let me know if you are after a costco trolley jack!

Thanks again.

**EKVTIR-T** · 26-05-2012 05:20 PM

Forgot to ask,what state you in? Theres a kincrome factory outlet in Melb. I got a full chest from there and trolley,they discount older models heavily so might be worth a look

**sensei_** · 26-05-2012 07:12 PM

Originally Posted by adamc11

Also let me know if you are after a costco trolley jack!

Thanks again.

Will shoot you a PM if i need to get one (or two!)

**adamc11** · 26-05-2012 08:05 PM

Originally Posted by EKVTIR-T

Forgot to ask,what state you in? Theres a kincrome factory outlet in Melb. I got a full chest from there and trolley,they discount older models heavily so might be worth a look

I am in Melbourne. Whats the name or address of this factory?

**BigBen** · 26-05-2012 08:39 PM

For oil and trans fluid changes I use a pair of 4WD ramps. Its far quicker as I don't need to pull out the jack or the safety stand.

**BigBen** · 26-05-2012 08:40 PM

Originally Posted by EKVTIR-T

A nice set of ratchet spanners is very handy,and some quality sockets

also if you use Honda oil filters,an oem filter tool is great.No slipping or fuss

They only cost about $10.00 which also fits the Honda motorcyle filters!!!