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A quick article covering some of the basic tools needed for home servicing and repairs.
Combination Spanner Set
Everyone needs a set of these. Ideally 8mm - 19mm.
Socket Set
3/8 is ideal.
Pliers
Always useful.
Screwdrivers
A few basic screwdrivers.
Socket Extensions
For your socket set if you do not have enough.
Adjustable Spanner
Always can be useful.
Feeler Gauges
Essential for accurate adjustment of valve clearances and points gap.
Allen / Hex Keys
A variety of uses including the front hub locking bolt.
Gearbox Key
Essential to remove without damage the gearbox drain and filler plugs.
Mole Grips
Very useful.
Wire Brush
For cleaning up rusted parts (including bolts / nuts etc prior to undoing them)
Spark Plug Socket
If you do not have a suitable on in your socket set. Try to get one with a rubber insert so the plugs stay still.
Wheel Brace
Well you need something to undo / and refit the wheel bolts!
Small Hammer
Always comes in handy.
Large Hub Nut Socket
36mm on bugs. To undo the rear hub nuts.
Timing Light
For accurate setting of ignition timing.
Trolley Jack
For safe lifting of the car.
Axle Stands
To support the car when raised. Never rely on the jack alone!
Oil Drain Tray
To collect old engine oil etc. You can either buy one or make one out of an old oil can.
Oil Filler Funnel
Just a funnel and a small piece of hose. Great for re-filling with oil without making a mess.
Combination Spanner Set
Everyone needs a set of these. Ideally 8mm - 19mm.
Socket Set
3/8 is ideal.
Pliers
Always useful.
Screwdrivers
A few basic screwdrivers.
Socket Extensions
For your socket set if you do not have enough.
Adjustable Spanner
Always can be useful.
Feeler Gauges
Essential for accurate adjustment of valve clearances and points gap.
Allen / Hex Keys
A variety of uses including the front hub locking bolt.
Gearbox Key
Essential to remove without damage the gearbox drain and filler plugs.
Mole Grips
Very useful.
Wire Brush
For cleaning up rusted parts (including bolts / nuts etc prior to undoing them)
Spark Plug Socket
If you do not have a suitable on in your socket set. Try to get one with a rubber insert so the plugs stay still.
Wheel Brace
Well you need something to undo / and refit the wheel bolts!
Small Hammer
Always comes in handy.
Large Hub Nut Socket
36mm on bugs. To undo the rear hub nuts.
Timing Light
For accurate setting of ignition timing.
Trolley Jack
For safe lifting of the car.
Axle Stands
To support the car when raised. Never rely on the jack alone!
Oil Drain Tray
To collect old engine oil etc. You can either buy one or make one out of an old oil can.
Oil Filler Funnel
Just a funnel and a small piece of hose. Great for re-filling with oil without making a mess.
