What new tools should I buy?
11-11-2013, 07:35 PM
#17
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I forgot one very important item. An extra immobilizer key fob with a fresh battery stored in the trunk, just in case. Having to use it once will save you a tow charge and a lot of aggravation. I would also get the radio and ignition immobilizer codes from the dealer and fill out the attached form and put it in your owner's manual as you may need it some day.
11-11-2013, 08:33 PM
#18
All of these should do the trick.
It's usually worth it to invest in quality tools from the start. Cheap ones break. Which can be annoying, but more importantly dangerous.
And never use any old piece of pipe laying around for an extension. Needs to be hardened, seamless, etc.
Torque wrench. Get a good one. A good one can outlast some cars and still remain accurate.
Take care,
It's usually worth it to invest in quality tools from the start. Cheap ones break. Which can be annoying, but more importantly dangerous.
And never use any old piece of pipe laying around for an extension. Needs to be hardened, seamless, etc.
Torque wrench. Get a good one. A good one can outlast some cars and still remain accurate.
Take care,
11-11-2013, 08:43 PM
#20
Three Wheelin'
All of these should do the trick.
It's usually worth it to invest in quality tools from the start. Cheap ones break. Which can be annoying, but more importantly dangerous.
And never use any old piece of pipe laying around for an extension. Needs to be hardened, seamless, etc.
Torque wrench. Get a good one. A good one can outlast some cars and still remain accurate.
Take care,
It's usually worth it to invest in quality tools from the start. Cheap ones break. Which can be annoying, but more importantly dangerous.
And never use any old piece of pipe laying around for an extension. Needs to be hardened, seamless, etc.
Torque wrench. Get a good one. A good one can outlast some cars and still remain accurate.
Take care,
11-11-2013, 09:03 PM
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well, a more expensive suggestion than any other so far...but the one tool, that will make all others easier to use. The one tool that will simplify everything from oil changes, to detailing.
the scissor lift
worth every damn dollar
the scissor lift
worth every damn dollar
11-11-2013, 11:22 PM
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11-12-2013, 06:43 AM
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Thanks for all the good advice....once again.
I have just ordered an air jack to make life a little easier when crawling around under the car. It lifts 4T to about a 100cm and should be gentle on the underbody I will try it out at the weekend and post some photos.
age
I have just ordered an air jack to make life a little easier when crawling around under the car. It lifts 4T to about a 100cm and should be gentle on the underbody I will try it out at the weekend and post some photos.
age
11-12-2013, 09:20 AM
#24
Three Wheelin'
A little off the OP's original question...
I believe Alex (IXLR8) had a really good list of tools/supplies to keep in the car along with the factory tool kit.
I forget where it was posted
I believe Alex (IXLR8) had a really good list of tools/supplies to keep in the car along with the factory tool kit.
I forget where it was posted
11-12-2013, 11:23 AM
#25
Three Wheelin'
Being new to 993 ownership i'm thinking i may need to invest in some particular tools so what tools can't you live without?
I have a reasonable tool kit but just ordered Irwin bolt grip set (used to remove damaged nuts/bolts), purchased with the assumption if I own a set I won't ever need them...
The car has spent 17yrs in the UK (now in Aus) so with all that salt exposure there are going to be some stuck...stuff.
Anyway keen to get your thoughts
I have a reasonable tool kit but just ordered Irwin bolt grip set (used to remove damaged nuts/bolts), purchased with the assumption if I own a set I won't ever need them...
The car has spent 17yrs in the UK (now in Aus) so with all that salt exposure there are going to be some stuck...stuff.
Anyway keen to get your thoughts
Enjoy!
Bob-
