[dkc7]

@ItsonlyaHONDA is putting together a tool list. He asked me some questions so I thought this would make a good discussion.
What are your go to tools.
And what order would you buy them in.
I will have to think about this before I contribute. I have been accumulating tools for over 40 years. I have purchases some I rarely use or bought cheap ones when I should have gone for a better one.

Share your regrets as well. Anything to help out a guy getting started.

 

[Grinder]

Seriously though, I'm looking forward to seeing what everyone else comes up with.

 

[slowride]

Is this list for someone starting in the 12v trade? Or more for the diyer to come and check out?
In either case starting with a decent set of nylon pry tools is a must. That and a roll of painters tape to protect surfaces you are prying against.
Amazon.com

Second I would follow up with a good set of screwdrivers, torx screwdrivers and hex screwdrivers. I see so many young guys using a drill driver to make things easy but scratching surfaces as they haven’t mastered hand usage.

 

[slowride]

These are a life saver cause dropping small screws from the dash to the floor sucks. Price is good considering the snap-on alternative of over $400 for the set.
https://www.amazon.com/Sunex-1822-4...d=1679157968&sprefix=sunex+mag,aps,245&sr=8-5

 

[Grinder]

Is this list for someone starting in the 12v trade? Or more for the diyer to come and check out?
In either case starting with a decent set of nylon pry tools is a must. That and a roll of painters tape to protect surfaces you are prying against.
Limited-time deal: GOOACC 8PCS Auto Trim Removal Tool Kit No-Scratch Pry Tool Kit for Car Audio Dash Door Panel Window Molding Fastener Remover Tool Kit-Red https://a.co/d/2A2dzOi

Second I would follow up with a good set of screwdrivers, torx screwdrivers and hex screwdrivers. I see so many young guys using a drill driver to make things easy but scratching surfaces as they haven’t mastered hand usage.

These are a life saver cause dropping small screws from the dash to the floor sucks. Price is good considering the snap-on alternative of over $400 for the set.
Sunex 1822, 1/4 Inch Drive Magnetic Impact Socket Set, 12-Piece, Metric, 5mm-15mm, Cr-Mo Alloy Steel, Radius Corner Design, Dual Size Markings, Heavy Duty Storage Case https://a.co/d/bxp7xWT

Links aren't working for me, but perhaps it's an issue on my end.

 

[eltigre]

It's a toss up. Fleshlight or bong. lol

 

[slowride]

Links aren't working for me, but perhaps it's an issue on my end.

fixed

 

[slowride]

It's a toss up. Fleshlight or bong. lol

My old ass read that as flashlight and not fleshlight. I meant flashlight as I work in a dark ass shop and can never have enough light. Jokes on me lol


I usually go flashlight and beer/bourbon

 

[slowride]

If you don't want to spend Snap-on money then check out Tekton for hand tools. A lot of their tools were previously made in Taiwan. They have since moved production of screwdrivers to USA made. Better than harbor frieght and warranty just by sending a picture of your broken tool. Here's a screwdriver link to the classic hard handles.
10-Piece Hard-Handle Screwdriver Set | TEKTON | Made in USA

 

[Slave2myXJ]

PRL V2 (Precision Router Lift)

More videos are available in the Video tab below. The Precision Router Lift V2 (PRL-V2) combines the best in router lift technology. The PRL-V2 is manufactured entirely in the USA by Woodpeckers.

www.woodpeck.com

Woodworker II - All Purpose Saw Blade for Table Saws - Forrest Saw Blades: Quality Saw Blades & Dados

With the Woodworker II all purpose blade you can RIP & CROSSCUT 1˝ - 2˝ ROCKHARDS and SOFTWOODS resulting in a smooth as sanded surface virtually without splinters. This is our most popular blade.

www.forrestblades.com

and their miter saw blade...

 

[Sam b]

Festool

 

[dgage]

Sam B just won the Internet today. I love my Festool collection.

But Sam, the dust is supposed to go on the inside of the vacuum.

 

[Bobby12many]

Knipex parallel pliers were game changers for me. Just amazingly useful to have at the ready... I got them for working on my bikes but they are in my pocket at all times when working on anything, esp 12v/auto stuff

https://www.amazon.com/KNIPEX-86-03...lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

 

[Sam b]

I have a full cabinet shop actually. And I let a friend make gun displays over the wknd. He didn’t turn any dust collection on at all.
I do this for a living though. I restore antique wood floors and need festool tools and dust collection in houses

 

[selftc]

interior automotive panel poppers. any brand just as long as they are the right size/shape.

RTV Silicone. in my house/garage, no custom job is complete without using some amount of RTV Silicone.

 

[selftc]

RTV Silicone can also be used to shut up the neighbor's dog. turn Barky-Barks-too-much into Barky-Barks-no-more....

 

[Nemesis87]

@ItsonlyaHONDA is putting together a tool list. He asked me some questions so I thought this would make a good discussion.
What are your go to tools.
And what order would you buy them in.
I will have to think about this before I contribute. I have been accumulating tools for over 40 years. I have purchases some I rarely use or bought cheap ones when I should have gone for a better one.

Share your regrets as well. Anything to help out a guy getting started.

What's the job???

 

[rob feature]

Klein electrician scissors. I only carry a few tools in my daily backpack, and I could not live without these. Have a few pair in different spots of course

Klein Tools Electrician's Scissors, Nickel Plated 21007 - The Home Depot

 

[oldieHawn]

interior automotive panel poppers. any brand just as long as they are the right size/shape.

RTV Silicone. in my house/garage, no custom job is complete without using some amount of RTV Silicone.

Agreed, so many applications. I've even used it to make moulds, a trick I learned from rock climber friends that made custom holds.

 

[Willbo]

Klein electrician scissors. I only carry a few tools in my daily backpack, and I could not live without these. Have a few pair in different spots of course

Klein Tools Electrician's Scissors, Nickel Plated 21007 - The Home Depot

As a phone guy, these are the most versatile tools in the world. Good add!