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Thanks guys--You've been a huge help. I'm looking at some used tools on E-bay through Sears' "Liquidation Center" They sell used, open boxed, store returns at a fraction of the price. I say, hey, a lifetime garuntee, partially used, and a discount? IM IN!! I've been advised that buying new tools is one of those things you shouldn't buy new, kinda like toddler clothes since they grow out so quickly. But thats another discussion.

This car is all metric? Dumb question, ha ;/

Serge944

Yes, its all metric from the factory. Even if you have some sae aftermarket hardware, you can usually substitute it with a similar metric tool.

For example, weltmeister swaybars have SAE bolts, but I had no problem bolting them on with metric tools.

Zporsche944

I have a masturcraft 360 piece and its a great set (did a timing belt change with it had to borrow a few of my dads tools though 24mm wrench I think)
U will need a flywheel lock and a Krikit also if ur going to really get into it

pearldrum944

I bought some ratcheting wrenches and have only used one of them on the parking brake lever...still cool to have though.

Fishey

Kobalt tools are great cheap tool (made by snap-on) found at lowes!

Having experianced many diffrent wrenches I must admit that the snap-on wrenches have the best open end and SK makes the best ratchet. I will admit though that these tools are extremely expensive in comparison to Kobalt or Craftsman. I think kobalt is a better wrench then craftsman but like many have said craftsman are hard to beat for the money. Also you will only need metric tools. Having worked on tons of cars I rarely run into something that is not metric.