Best Tools For The Beginner Professional on a Budget (Mechanics and others)
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- Picking my top tools for beginners and advanced professionals and serious diy on a budget. Now most of these tools are just my pick based on the budget that I gave myself. If the budget were different then I would not change much as far as brand goes but my priorities would change. Links for all tools are below. Tools ranging from harbor freight to amazon and any and all best bang for your buck tools.
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Capri Ratchet
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Tekton Wrench Set
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Gearwrench Master Hex Set
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Gearwrench Pick Set
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Gearwrench 20pc Screwdriver Set
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Astro Lug Socket Set (This is a more complete set than in video)
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Knipex 10 inch Cobra Pliers
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OTC Automotive Test Light
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Gearwrench Pry Bar Set (Another option)
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Air Cat 1/2 Impact (A High Quality Option for a decent price)
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What do you think about my picks? What would you do differently?
Redemption Garage solid video bro I think I’d recommend u joint impact sockets over regular impact sockets , but everyone definitely needs a 1/4” impact driver starting out too
Also I liked how you put a $1000 limit because when what’s best to buy to start out with it all depends on your budget. But I have a video too for tools for a starting mechanic that I recommend techs get starting out
I see what you were saying about impact sockets but they are too thick sometimes plus Home Depot has a chrome 200 piece socket set for like $50. I would look for a 1/2” impact used you could probably get a good deal. I have that earthquake xt 1/2” but I don’t know how long it would last in a shop. You can bu that lug nut set from Harbor Freight that I’ve used a lot and it’s lasted for like 14 years. Good picks though Brian it was just my thoughts. Thanks for the video
Top notch! I feel like this is a great starting lineup and they should last you for a long time. Only thing I would change is I just personally am a fan on the craftsman hard handle screwdrivers but that’s just a little personal feel thing everything else is A+!
I think you have logical suggestions.
Harbor freight impacts 1/2 and 3/8 sockets, husky or kobalt air tools got free 3yr warranty and husky has 426pc tool kit for like 329$
When I started as a mechanic I honestly bought most of my starter tools from harbor freight and gradually upgraded when needed. You can’t go too wrong with basic hand tools such as wrench’s ratchets and sockets.
When i first started out i didn't start out as a lube tech. I was thrown to the dogs the first week doing everything from suspension and brakes to diagnostic and engine work right off the bat. I had a basic tool set starting out but i found out i needed alot of tools and i needed them quick and for a price i could afford at the time. Harbor freight definitely fit the bill. Have upgraded alot of them since but still using plenty of my original Harbor freight tools (and still shop and buy things there).
@@hamilton5071 what tools do you recommend getting from harbor freight?
Im in my 4th year turning wrenches, I bought the 5 drawer us general cart thinking it would be temporary, but its still my main box. Redemption garage is right, you have to really think about upgrading because you need too vs want too
Great video, I would also recommend the husky 432pc, you can get it on sale at times for$350 and comes with free 3/8 torque wrench sometimes. Bought it for my godfather few years back fir Christmas, he beats the living shit out of them and hasnt broke anything yet
Tool list starts at 3:00
Pittsburgh pro ratchets are good I used them professionally i put stronger springs in my 3/8 flex been perfect after until I lost it
That tool cart is beast for the price. I've had mine for 10 years or more and works just as when I bought it. 1 drawer is loaded with sockets and opens smooth
I really appreciate your desire to start with a little storage. I've lived in some pretty cramped apartments and a good organizing strategy will increase your ability to store tools. For a beginner, this is an often overlooked item. I appreciate your insight. This is gonna help some people.
Buy a cheap set no skips and in 6 point chrome. If you work at a dealership buy the most common sizes off tool truck in impact. And look at pawn shops and offer up for sk or proto and replace them as you find them. Usual there .25 to .50 each
Those are all great picks/choice and not just for beginners, those will last a lifetime.
I operate a small courier/delivery service. Recently, I decided I needed to do all the repairs and maintenance on my delivery vehicles to cut costs. I had ZERO tools. I just went through this exact process, and bought an entire tool set for myself.
I'm feeling pretty good about this because we had alot of the same ideas. Although, I did rely a little more on Harbor Freight than you did but I think I'm still "okay". When you said "I would skip the chromies and go straight to the impacts" my head went up, then you say "I would go with 2 or 3 of these Sunex sets" And I almost fell out of my chair! That is exactly what I did! 3 weeks ago I literally picked up the 1/4" 3/8" and 1/2" Sunex "Master sets" for my sockets. Awesome! I picked up a Milwaukee 3/8 cordless impact and have plans for getting the high torque 1/2" for things that the 3/8 can't handle.
Although, Pittsburgh Pro makes up 90% of the rest of my tools, I think I'm still okay. I got quality where it counts. Since I drive alot, that means I pass alot of Harbor Freight stores. I put some coupons in my wallet and just stopped everytime I passed a store. So everything else was bought on a coupon dirt cheap. I must of used that [$5 off any Pittsburgh Pro Ratchet] about a dozen times. I got every Pittsburgh Pro Ratchet they make. LoL.
@OGL iaDL Awesome! Thanks for the info. That's kinda what I was hoping. I'll be honest, 99% of what I do is fluid changes (mainly oil). Im not swapping transmissions or anything anyway.
They seem to be great. Ive never held a Snap-On (or equivalent professional tool), and I'm sure once I do, the difference would be apparent. But with my only experience being from Pittsburgh Pro, I can't imagine how something can be THAT much better. To me they seem perfect. And most importantly CHEAAAAP!
I was fortunate enough to get my Dad's Snap On roller and bought a used Snap On top cabinet. My first set of tools was an award in high school and was a Craftsman mechanics set and to this day I haven't broken a single socket but have up graded my quarter inch ratchet to a Mac. I've been fortunate to snag some great tool deals on eBay I just picked up a brand new Mac torx bit set for 60 bucks that retails new for $122. I agree Snap On screwdrivers are the best but the Gearwrench seems like a great set and those Capri ratchets seem like a well built tool.
It looks like you gave some good advice 40 years ago i purchased a bunch of craftsman tools. Then started with snap on. If i had the variety of tools back then and credit i would have purchased more craftsman and SK tools.
Managed to get used snap on tools on ebay. Great Video.
I use tekton ratchets professionally. And they are awesome ratchets with a lifetime warranty and the process is better than snap on. Big pass on their locking pliers though. I didn’t see a punch set in the video, for that I would suggest that if looking for Screwdrivers on a budget I’d invest in the demolition type ones with the steel shank clear through the handle..they will de stake an axle nut just as good as my punches do.
Unsure why you'd need impact 1/4.
It's not like the standard chrome vanadium ones are going to have a hard time with such small fasteners.
Kinda seems like having a titanium toothpick.
I was removing a recessed 3/4” nut from an alternator on a 72 Chevy C20 and my 3/8” SnapOn socket was super tight down in the cavity and believe it or not the Tekton 3/8” deep impact socket fit in there perfectly. Those 3/8” Tekton impact sockets are worth their weight in gold.
I agree with you buying the chordless tools you eventually want upfront. It’s going to be an investment regardless of what brand you choose. You might as well spend a little extra on a tool set that will be compatible with future tools you plan to purchase.
You did a very good job brother, you got a pretty strong tool selection 100%, now in days you got a whole wide of variety of tools to choose from wich in my opinion they are really good quality and guaranteed they are bound to make you money, in some tools you dont need to upgrade and a bonus that they are lifetime warranty unless you use them in a abusing situation. Tools will last you if you take care of them and if you use them in the right manner, and yes some tools you will need to upgrade to snapon-matco-mac etc...
On the subject of the cordless impact, I'd say take a look at the Kobalt 24v Max Brushless line as well. They're constantly expanding that lineup and straight from the Kobalt reps they are not going anywhere so you don't need to worry about Lowe's kicking them out for Craftsman instead.
my 5 drawer cart served me for 3 years professionally, and 5 years at home since. totally agree.
got the gear wrench 4pc ratchet set, used duralast before then, never broke either. don't know about capri or tekton, but never heard anything bad. gotta agree with you there.
sockets, eh. i got the pittsburgh impacts, and filled in the blanks with random brands off ebay. sunex is one of the brands i filled in with. gonna agree again. i got my chrome ones at places like big lots and swap meets or duralast, and had i not started at a boat shop first, i'd have gotten my impacts first. that said, all my HF impacts hold up to my cornwell gun at 150psi shop air, so no complaints either.
wrenches, i should have gotten a matching set, but i got huskys and mismatch from just about any other brand. so yeah, gotta agree if you can get em all in one kit go for it.
impact gun, i started with a walmart special. went to a used aircat that was lying around the shop for a while. still have both, both still 'work'. that said since i spent the money and got my cornwell, i havent used either of them. pretty sure i blew up the walmart gun running it on shop air at 150 psi, and the aircat just got old. the cornwell is a beast and i got the 3/8 one as well.
hex set i just got what i needed as i needed it, usually from autozone or oreilly, until i found a craftsman set on sale for 20 bucks. i can't say that i'd take a set like that over an impact gun though. while i was working on boats i never had my own gun, and borrowing it all the time really got annoying.
picks, i get the dollar ones from HF for most things, only used up 2 sets of 4 in like, 9 years, never really had a need for more than those. gotta disagree with you there.
screwdrivers, for ones you're actually going to use as screwdrivers, not prybars, pics, prods, etc., my first set was from big lots, lasted about a year, then the HF set lasted a while, i finally got a set of the channellock code red ones and i couldn't be happier. the remainders of the big lots kit went to my son, and the HF set went to my nephew. i get the free HF ones all the time to use as beaters, and i've garnered a collection of randos over the years too. i agree getting a nice set and keeping it nice is well worth it, so get a beater set too just in case.
wheel lug sockets, honestly, not much worth it. i've got the cornwells, i've got the gearwrench, and i've had the HF ones. the plastic always comes off, more often than not it is too thick to get into wheels that need protection anyway, and 90% of what i needed them for, a 19/21 flip socket did the job. gonna have to disagree on this one, spend the money on something else.
pliers. GET ALL THE KNIPEX!! i got all the the ones cornwell had on the truck. plus cutters and raptors. completely agree.
multimeter, i just use the free one at HF until it dies, then get another one for free.
test lights, all mine are cheapy ones, i need to get a good one. agree.
pry bars, i got the blue handle OTC set back when you could get all 5 in one set. striking caps and through handle shanks are a must on pry bars. i started with HF ones and they did okay for a while, but have lived in a box since i got my OTC's. that said a coworker used the craftsman ones without any issues, they're damn good bars.
breaker bar, i used my 1/2 proto way more than anything else. i got it second or third hand from the owner of the boat shop. the HF ones would break constantly on me, and once i got my cornwell long handle 1/2 flex ratchet, breaker bars weren't really a thing anymore. but for 20 bones, hell yeah the pittsburgh can't be beat. lifetime warranty helps too.
gotta agree with the dewalt impact, i have the whole 12v line, never needed the 20v but since the 12v isn't getting any love anymore i may have to swap up.
Dont be afraid to look used. Got a 1/2 matco impact with matching 3/8. And a macto angle grinder and matco cut off for 220 bucks. Not the newest gen but last gen stuff.
Good info! Such a shame Craftsman has gone to shit...I'm still using Craftsman tools I bought 35 years ago...good as new.
Agree. Over the last 10 years or so Craftsman has became junk
I still using my craftsman tools that I got in 1980 and set of Easco ( Easco made craftsman back then)
Well Craftsman tools should be made in USA again at the end of this year.
And shit they have gone!!!
@@IDIturboDiesel lol...nope
also the craftsman metric and standard wrench set is on sale for $70ish! it also comes with stubby and small wrenches and they dont skip sizes!
Great picks, however you're missing one big thing: a half inch torque wrench. Most of the time, they're not provided in the shop, so you'll end up having to supply your own.
You get the hyper tough pry Bars with stricking cap Same as craftsman I have them there great
Yea they're awesome I love all my hyper tough tools but they outdid themselves on the prybars for sure one the best for the price
Nice picks, I think these are all great suggestions. Tekton, gearwrench while both mostly are just online, you just send a pic of tool that breaks and in most cases they will have a new sent to you within one to two days. Pretty impressive. Craftsmen pry bars are also a good choice. This is an area not to go cheap. Nothing worse then needing to pry something and it just snaps on you or bends. Thanks for the suggestions!
Walmart has there “brand” of pry bars that are they exact same pry bars as Craftsman USA Pry Bars. Great price as well! 26” 17” 12” sizes. Have beat the piss out of them and they’ve held there own. Also have the GearWrench bit set, not the master set but regardless I love them! In my own opinion impact is a must, especially just starting out as a professional tech. You’re going to be busting tires 99% of the time, and won’t be able to get tires off without that impact (well technically you could, just be a lot harder).
Ive beat the piss out of my hyper tough prybars pretty sure they're made by wilde same as the craftsman ones mine work better than an older snap on one I have that don't even have the striking cap on it
Super insightful video man, so thankful for TH-cam giving young people like myself a platform we can pick up knowledge on from guys like yourself.
Im going to add my two cents here. I pretty strongly recommend getting the hypertough mechanics tool set from Walmart. Its like 25$, and it comes with a lot of stuff. I keep one of them and a few types of pliers and such in each of my cars. I also use the really cheap six point sockets that come with them for when I need to hammer a socket onto a messed up bolt head.
Just to add, Home Depot is selling online a 200 piece socket set for $79. It's husky so if anything breaks, go to the store get new one.
Someone gave me a husky set
I gave them to my son to start with in two days he brought them back And went straight to northern tool pick up a set of klutch tools
He said husky are knuckle busters
I bought a kobalt 90 tooth 12 inch long 3/8 flex head rachet a year ago for 30 dollars and I use and abuse it everyday it's held up great surprised me but I recommend it
Informative video. As a DIYer I bought cheaply and incrementally up until recently when I decided to invest in higher quality tools. Should have done that from the start and avoided rebuying tools and multiple trips to the stores.
This is an AWESOME video. VERY good explanation, great selection of brands. Much appreciated.
I actually have the gear wrench ratchet set and a couple of the sunex kits! I work on heavy equipment and they hold up great! The impact sockets are great and I use them from the Milwaukee stubby 3/8’s to the big 2767 Milwaukee.
I don’t have a massive amount of tools but eBay can be a GOLDMINE. I got some old school Challenger wrenches for like 70 bucks and it goes from like 3/8 to 2 inch. I work on and around rail equipment and we regularly abuse those wrenches and they are the same wrenches my company bought 30+ years ago.
Unlike other tools, when you buy cordless you invest in the entire brand so you can share batteries. Every time Project Farm tests them the Fuel Brushless crush everything. I like how you mixed brands to find the best in each...HF boxes are no where near as good as other brands but it's all I own now. They are the best value and I'm not tryna use my box as a staircase.
You can also find good deals on used tools. Sometimes you can even find tool boxes with tools.
Good points & video.
I worked in the field I have to keep tools locked ( tools would walk off ) I found that if you use off brands I keeped tools
Klutch tools held up I worked with alot of die hard Snap on fans My klutch impacts guns match theirs Klutch tools is tuff under dog and over look but great tools I like them better then tekton ( I have tekton tools too great tools too )
Tools I have snap on , maco,mac,,proto, old craftsman, klutch,tekton ,carlyle,gearwrench,Pittsburgh ,napa
Good tools at a Good price you can take more money home
great video, I would change it up a little as to the socket sets and do chrome for 1/4 inch and 3/8 inch just because of the thickness of the socket, but definitely impact on the 1/2 inch and don't worry about standard sizes so much, if you can cut the standard sizes out and save 20 or 30 bucks a set to put towards other tools you will, like more variety of pliers, a hammer or 2, I think the toughest thing you need to look at is, where are you starting, are you dealership bound, most dealerships split their techs up into groups, quick service, drivetrain, transmission, drivability, heavy line and diesel, buy the tools that fit the area your going into, now if your going to an independent shop, this is a great starter set, but I would still see if I could cut the standard sizes out to help buy in other areas of tools as you will need more of a variety of tools and standard sets rarely get used and last, big chain stores, like midas and meinakie, if your headed to a place like that, try and put some money towards a general brake service set and general front end service set, you will use the hell out of them, I think astro has a pretty complete ball joint service set for like 150 bucks, just food for thought....
That's what I do on sockets, thin chrome for 1/4 inch but those Sunex looked pretty thin!
Great advice - thank you so much!! I enjoy and appreciate your videos even though I am just a novice DIYer.
I've been buying a lot of Capri Tools stuff lately. Way cheaper than a lot of brands and great quality. Excellent customer service too!
Agreed... In general.. Lol
Keepin cheap is best for anyone startin off, til you can afford better tools..
Usin tools from stores like walmart, HF.. an Husky is best.. Because the warrantys are usually lifetime an can be picked up, same day... Id avoid internet tools til your upgrading or replacing because it can take a while to get a replacement if the tool breaks vs lacal stores.
When it comes to higher priced tools or expecive tools, look at yard sales an big pawn shops before shopping on line or tool stores.. IMO you get to look at the quality of the tool an how its handeld jobs as they are used 😁👍👍
Great video! You are definitely right about brands. It is like Ford and Chevy. Everyone has a favorite. I really liked your picks and how you stayed at that $1,000 mark. Well done! Great job. After watching your video it makes my want to order that half inch chrome set from Tekton I have been looking at. If the person is in a trade school Tekton even offers that 15% discount and still gives you that 10% back in rewards money. Tekton recently put their locking plyers on sale I bought four pair and two Allen wrench sets all with rewards money. I didn't pay a penny out of my pocket. Now that is a good tool day. Lol!!!
"We're all men." Made me laugh, I'm a female mechanic! Guess I can comment however I please then!
damn girl what's ur #
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I was just thinking that women will be watching this too! My mother-in-law fixes what she can and has a decent set of tools she inherited from her dad back in the eighties. I also have a few women friends that live on the road and do their own basic repairs.
I was thinking the same thing 🤣 I almost spit out my drink when he said that.
Nope you're a man.
Tekton is great quality for the price and have the best warranty literally ever
Walmart has the same pry bars but they carry 2 different kinds look on the package the red handles are made in USA probably by same company just rebranded the Walmart’s in my area anyway I know different areas have different stuff
Someone probably said this already but if you buy from tekton website you get credit to use on more tools from there site.
I wanted Milwaukee but ended up going Mikita. I love my Mikita tools and they aren’t too gouging in the wallet. Ok they do make a dent but not as much
That 1/2 dewalt is a beast
Those craftsman pry bars are being sold at walmart under the hyper tough brand now 👍 but id say grab a HF dead blow as well
They still have them at lowes too.
As far as starters... craftsman has like a 250piece for $100. Add the sunex impact sets and some gearwrench ratchet wrenches.
the craftsman pry bars are made by wilde tools
Hi. Thanks for the video. I am an acoustical engineer and I think you are using your mic 🎙 incorrectly which is why is sounds thin and tinny. Please
Check your owners manual (since I can’t ID your mic). I don’t think it is supposed to be sideways, your voice is out of the pickup pattern. Hope this helps you improve your Chanel.
Keep up the good work this is one of my favorite channels like how u tell it how it is i work on cars daily and all i have is pittsburgh pro and they havent let me down yet but ya the switch gets on my nerves haha sometimes im tighning a bolt then the switch just decides to switch haha so i start losening it again
See the Project Farm TH-cam videos for maintenance tips. Also the Carsthatlast series on TH-cam for older vehicles that are not shitboxes. My go to for the last 8 years is Consumer Reports magazine at a library every April, and Car&Driver written articles online for how they drive. See the Road & Track written article online about their vehicles of the decade- 2009 to 2019. After learning the hard way, it is most important to avoid repairs, or buy a used Abarth and cheap and drive it very few miles per year, like for the Hoovies Garage and WatchJRGo videos about them.
Picks set mayhew.. be my pick cause of warranty.. tool trucks like cornwell..
I use Grey Pneumatic Duo Sockets, but I’ve recommended those Sunex sockets to 2 coworkers starting out. It was $75 for both metric (8-19mm) and SAE (3/8-3/4) shallow and deep. I’m sticking with my Duo Sockets, but those are great for the money.
Excellent video great suggestions. Love the little m12 stubby for the price. Also correct me if I am wrong, but I believe hand tools at HF are now carrying lifetime warranty.. Please don't hate on me if I am wrong lol
Gray pneumatic impact sockets and Milwaukee wrenches
DEFINITELY. I have the Grey Pneumatic deep well SAE and Metric and the 81 pc 3/8 impacts and none are too thick. Lifetime warranty!
Ingersoll Rand 231c half inch impact is 120$ on amazon. I think I have seen them for less than 100$.
Used to be if you couldnt afford Snap-On or Mac you had Craftsman!
Also eBay Craigslist n pawn shops will save you some serious coin
Keep up the great vids great info and honest opinions pretty rare to find nowadays
Thank you I think this is a great video I appreciate when people put their true opinions out there I actually agree with you on almost everything good job 👍🏻
That 5 drawer US General is fantastic!
I picked a black one up for 179.
Excellent purchase, super happy with it! 👍🏼
I picked up an "open box" U.S. General side cabinet a couple months ago for $40. The only thing missing was the drawer liners. I had a plan to build a roll around box when I went to H-F that morning that included the side cabinet so I was EXTREMELY happy to find one at a big discount. While there, I also picked up 4 of the big swiveling casters. I then stopped by my local lumber yard for a 2x4 stud and a small scrap piece of 3/4" ply or OSB (they do custom cuts so they always have scraps). Longer story shorter, I cut the stud and built a "frame" that the cabinet could fit tightly into. Then, I bolted the casters onto the frame, cut the scrap of OSB to fit inside and support the cabinet, then, drilled a few more holes to permanently mount the cabinet to the frame. After about $80, give or take, and a couple hours work, I have a nice, small roller chest that holds my most often used tools. Oh...as for the missing drawer liners, I bought a roll of material at a local "dollar store" and cut it to fit the drawers. That was the most time consuming part of the project.
Mike Brown ....wow! pretty much a freebie there! Good for you! Still a helluva deal compared to a 5 drawer Snap on or Matco tool box. Ive had this US Gen for 3 months and still rollin’ smooth! I need to add a folding side tray tho haha!
@@infamous6193 Exactly and, my Kennedy stacks don't even seem to mind the "Lil General" living in the shop with them. They're not to sure about the red color though, they keep saying that I should sand/paint it in brown wrinkle finish. I think they're a bit jealous that it's a bit brighter than they are. Maybe stealing some of their thunder lol!
Solid video, wish information like this was around back when I started. Luckily I was able to take advantage of the Snap On student discount and found a great deal on a used MAC box, along with a lot of hand me down tools. Keep up the great work.
When tool quality customer service and value for the buck Tekton is a great choice. Many of their tools are now being made in the USA which is huge to me. No more communist chinese junk for me ever - especially after what they did to us in 2020
Right on
Common sense, and helpful to new guys. Terrific video!
Great list bro I think you're right those tools will last for majority or all of your career.
Impact sockets,from Harbor Freight,Grey Pnuematic and Sunex.Way cheaper than the tool truck brands with a lifetime warranty.Another option for a toolbox,check out craig's list for a good used toolbox too.Instead of buying the chrome sockets,look at the Grey Pnuematic duo socket sets.Can use them on hand ratchets and impacts.Mayhew is another great brand for prybars
Drinking a cold beer while watching
Almost at 15k subscribers keep up the great reviews
I’ve been looking into the husky 1,025 piece set but I haven’t used too many of their products is that set worth the cost or should I just build my own set for roughly the same price
You can get a 200 pc husky socket set for $99 in fact I think it's on sale for $79
I have a husky set that someone gave me I can give away
The only thing that is missing is a jack and jack stands
Excellent video! I loved your choices. If someone wanted to start with a tool box or later add one to go with the cart what would you pick for a beginner box?
Honestly there are a lot of choices man. At one time i would have said the us general hands down but Kobalt, Milwaukee, Husky, Craftsman, etc have come a long way so I would say they are all similar quality and if it were me I would go to the different stores and check them out before I made a choice. If it were me personally judgong off my past experience I would try to get the 56 inch us general but thats only because I have owned a couple of them and they are a good box for the money.
@@RedemptionGarage I have to agree with you. I did my shopping and looked at all the boxes. It finally came down to Craftsman or US General. After researching both a little more I found that the US General was better built and had a much higher weight capacity. I did purchase the US General box in classic red. As for tools I started out very pro Icon after watching a few videos, but lately I seem to be moving more towards Tekton. I just really like their tools.
I agree ,first buy impact sockets at first than get chrome later and SK tools are great good as Snap on and Mac not as cheap as harbor freight not as expensive as tool truck brands but the tool trucks offer credit as a somewhat better rate than your typical MasterCard or visa better quality they be tools you have for lufe
For everyone saying buy sunex impact sockets I had them for a few years as field mechanic & they were showing their weaknesses I'm saying for a little more $ buy grey pneumatic sockets I have not worn mine out yet and had them twice as long as sunex
+1 on Grey Pnuematic. You must buy from an authorized dealer and have receipt for warranty. Look at Amazon reviews for non-warranty issues.
For lug nuts. I'd go with the Motivx flip sockets, MX2700-5. For around 30 bucks, you get 8 sizes in 4 sockets and the 3 inch extension.
Great video Brian. Great suggestions across the board. My suggestion, look at Matco. I know its tool truck, but, they have some really nice specialty tools, magnetic parts cups, a nice set of SAE and metric wrenches for about 300 for both sets.
I've started my venture into Milwaukee cordless. I like both lines M12 and M18. I got 4 or 5 discount tool stores around me that sell reman, used and new products for very reasonable prices.
very informative, sir!
Torque wrench? Those jokers are expensive. I did wind up looking at most of your recommendations.
Thanks; that’s a cool tool list, now I have to ask the wife!!!
Thanks Bryan great video
the hf impact socks are good
I have a set of pros from hf...huge but tough
I agree. You can't go wrong with the Craftsman striking cap prybars for the price. It's one of those simple tools you can't go wrong with they just work.
As a small engine mechanic I use both SAE and Metric sockets and wrenches so you need to have both when starting out in the small engine and outdoor power equipment field.
Nice !!
How’s the Audio this canned with an expensive mic like that
@Redemption Garage haven't seen your u around, 2020 going good for you?
Very cool video dude 👍
Also, as far as regular wrenches go, GW has 6pt wrenches SAE & Metric 28pc kit 1/4-1” 6mm-19mm no skips for $74 W/ free shipping! The 14pc kit of either SAE or Metric is just over $50. Also sunex has some wrenches like stubbys and deep offset double box for super cheap! I got 10-19mm deep offset double box wrenches with roll up bag for $15! I think I paid $25-30 for sae stubbys 1/4”-1” ..
Sears is no more. The craftsman line is now exclusively offered at lowes. There wont be an issue with future warranties with craftsman tools thru Lowes.
Oh but there is, have to show receipts. I bought my craftsman tools 30 years ago...
@@T0tenkampf So did I but I am actually phasing them out in favor of snap on. I haven't had to warranty anything since sears closed it's doors. But craftsman policy should still be lifetime warranty. If lowes won't do it contact craftsman directly.
@@justforkiks29 and replace it with chinesium...no thanks lol. I am thinking about going with Tekton for a new work set.
Great video !! 👍
Made the mistake of getting black tool carts; you can't see the grease dirt on them, and so you won't know when you have to clean it. Don't get black for your garage tool cart!
Also I'd like to add, if you want long reach pliers, the ones from harbor freight work just fine. And though it does skip on metric harbor freight does have a shallow impact set in a blow molded case sae and metric, that's 3/8 & 1/2" that goes on sale all the time for $20. Also before any comments are made that you priced the pitsburgh ratchets and breaker bar cheaper than it was listed on line, his price is calculated with the $5 off coupon you can find online.
I use Tekton impact and chrome socket sets, got lots of Gearwrench wrenches and socket sets, works well for me, still depends on a person what brand they like
Maybe you could help me.. I’ve been shopping for good chrome sockets. Need to get my 1/4&3/8 in order.. I tried the icon sockets, and tolerances are terrible and life longevity isn’t there.. other than gearwrench, icon , SnapOn, what would you recommend me try out? I want the tightest tolerance, without the SnapOn price. But I’m not looking to buy junk either. Trying to find a good medium.
Dear Noah.Lytle312,
I want to ask since you are looking a descent set of chrome sockets are you going to use it professional or just do it yourself warrior? If it is a diy work, I would recommend the tekton chrome sockets because I have purchased and so far doing a great job of abuse. Also, they don't skip any sizes and have a great warranty all you go to do is fill the warranty online and usually get the replacement pretty quick. If you are doing professional setting I would recommend the gearwrench chrome sockets because they look pretty good quality and usually don't skip sizes depending the set. I don't own the socket set but I have heard they do great job for professional setting and descent laser etching on sockets. I hope this helps with your decision and it depends what type of brand you want at the end of the day.
Leo Perez I have a set of tekton impact sockets, and bought their standard/metric wrench sets.. wasn’t to impressed with either, actually gave away both wrench sets, and if I’m not mistaken the impact sockets only have the laser etching, not roll stamped so eventually it will wear away. I’m looking to buy a quality set of chromes.. I have SnapOn 1/4dr semi deep sockets that I love, and fit better than anything else I’ve tried. Sunex makes great impact sockets, but I’ve never used the chrome.. the fitment of their impact sockets, and hex bit sockets are just as good as any from what I’ve seen.. just wanted to hear some other opinions, thanks
Noah.Lytle312 toolsdelivered.com get the USA made stuff worth every penny I have vids of the USA sockets. Same thing as snappy 1/3 the price. The taiwan stuff is the EXACT same as bluepoint.
SK
You are right on! It is a great starter kit
I love the harbor freight tool cart. I'm in the plastics industry hanging 40 lbs molds to 25000 lbs and it's easy to roll around it has a bunch of room. I needed to upgrade because all of my tools were big and long and i couldnt close it since I have a big 40 In long ratchet and the handle wouldn't fit through the holes without drilling bigger holes. But I decided to upgrade to the 44in us general box and got it for 450. And it is perfect for me because I can lay everything down and it holds all my tools.
Funny as my 8years as sales associate putting makeup everyday for work . As I move in the United States I work as maintenance mechanic 👩🔧