what is your favorite tool

gametom · 06-24-2007, 11:58 PM

just wondering what your favorite tools are power and hand

power tool sawzall

hand tool braker bar

blazerboy72 · 06-26-2007, 03:07 PM

power-welder so when I screw something up I can put it back together
Hand-Hammer

2KTacoma · 06-26-2007, 03:10 PM

hand- pliers - because I can try to take anything apart

power - computer - so I can order replacement parts for the ones I broke trying to take apart with pliers

Whitey13 · 06-26-2007, 03:16 PM

After repairing my starter, a ratchet extension is my new favorite tool.

bballchrism · 06-26-2007, 03:21 PM

power tool probally angle grinder
non power 16 in 1 screwdriver

4bytruckin · 06-26-2007, 03:25 PM

duct tape or my 5 pound sledge. i'm kinda distructive

ocdropzone · 06-26-2007, 03:32 PM

Ryobi 18V one battery fits all tool set from Home Dumpot-though I seem to use the sawzall the most.
Of course the BFH (2.5lb, 5 lb, 8 and 12 pounders) for when the sawzall fails...
as a matter of fact, i think we need a BFH smiley...

MudHippy · 06-26-2007, 03:32 PM

Double Jack, aka 8lb. Sledge Hammer
These large driving sledges have 36-inch handles and 6- or 8-pound heads. Because their use requires considerable expertise from both the driller and holder, we recommend that you use single jacking or modified double jacking untill safety and proficiency with the double jack can be assured. Not for kids.

http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/...602/page01.htm

1/3hp General Electric Grinder Motor

Couldn't live w/o either.

Dingman · 06-26-2007, 04:05 PM

By far, it's the internet. I was telling my boss at lunch today, that I couldn't do 1/10th of the work I currently do on my truck without being able to look up detailed instructions, pics and techniques that are on the 'net.
I can go buy almost any tool, but knowing what tool and what to do with it is beyond price.
I'm a PC geek who knew nothing about auto mechanics a few years ago... Now, I've modded my trucks in more ways than I can list. 80% of it by myself.
Thank you all for creating all the FAQ's and How-to's that I've been using.

EDIT: LOL, I just learned what a "drift" is while rebuilding the entire front axle on my 4runner. That's my new fav tool (errr, implement)

FirstGenTankota · 06-26-2007, 04:57 PM

power tool - 1/2" NitroCat impact gun

Hand tool - 36" angle tip pry bar

Yota Tony · 06-26-2007, 05:55 PM

Power - It's a tie between 220v welder, grinder and sawzall.
Hand - BFH!

CJM · 06-26-2007, 06:07 PM

BFH, if you dunno what that is you aint lived.

Hoopster · 06-26-2007, 06:22 PM

Power tool - cordless drill
hand tool- hammer

Yota Tony · 06-26-2007, 06:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CJM

BFH, if you dunno what that is you aint lived.

Amen.

I have a large selection of BFHs. From 16OZ up to 20LBS.

CJM · 06-26-2007, 06:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yota Tony

Amen.

I have a large selection of BFHs. From 16OZ up to 20LBS.

I just got my 10lb and 8lb sledge, an assortment of others and a good bit of crow and prybars.

gametom · 06-28-2007, 08:33 PM

so it looks like the BFH is the most popular tool by far i have a sweet one it's 2-3lbs and the back is wedge shaped

INFINITY · 06-28-2007, 08:52 PM

power- welder

hand- best invention ever..... craftsman ratchet wrenches, they have saved me literally hours.

razrwild · 06-28-2007, 09:05 PM

The Persuader/stress reliever aka bfh

the_gunslinger · 06-28-2007, 10:43 PM

i could built the heavens with a hammer and a welder.

fork · 06-28-2007, 10:45 PM

my favorite tool is the guy (or lady) who stops on the freeway onramp

91TPU · 06-28-2007, 11:48 PM

battery powered impact for power, and either swivel sockets or long wrenches for hand

91TPU · 06-28-2007, 11:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by INFINITY

power- welder

hand- best invention ever..... craftsman ratchet wrenches, they have saved me literally hours.

they are nice, but the open end sides suck, the head opens up very easily and round stuff off...but the ratcheting side is sweeeet!

Sol.Axl.4runner85 · 06-29-2007, 06:44 PM

power tool- saw zaw and angle grinder

hand tool-any type of hammer that will beat stuff into or out of place

06-24-2007, 11:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
gametom Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Manhattan IL Posts: 430	what is your favorite tool just wondering what your favorite tools are power and hand power tool sawzall hand tool braker bar __________________ 91 4runner 22re mostly stock 2006 taco rims pioneer head with ipod controller cerwin vega speakers and 2 12" subs 2007 Kawasaki Ninja 1968 Bronco rusting away until i get the garage cleaned

06-26-2007, 03:10 PM	#3 (permalink)
2KTacoma Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Michigan Posts: 159	hand- pliers - because I can try to take anything apart power - computer - so I can order replacement parts for the ones I broke trying to take apart with pliers __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Silver 2000 Toyota Tacoma Extended Cab V6 5spd SR5 Now with URD short shifter and Milled polyurethane shifter seat Hella FF1000 Driving Lights

06-26-2007, 03:21 PM	#5 (permalink)
bballchrism Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: florida tallahasee Posts: 615	power tool probally angle grinder non power 16 in 1 screwdriver __________________ 1985 4runner just painted Toyota red, marlin crawler bumper, bull bar, bikini top and 4 inch procomp lift, 33x12.5 bfg mt and black steelies

06-26-2007, 03:32 PM	#7 (permalink)
ocdropzone Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PDX Posts: 2,490	Ryobi 18V one battery fits all tool set from Home Dumpot-though I seem to use the sawzall the most. Of course the BFH (2.5lb, 5 lb, 8 and 12 pounders) for when the sawzall fails... as a matter of fact, i think we need a BFH smiley... __________________ ~Robb '81 Trekker SR5 B4Runner Build TREKKER Forum LINK TO ONLINE FACTORY SERVICE MANUALS Wheel Responsibly, Don't screw it up for others...

06-26-2007, 03:32 PM	#8 (permalink)
MudHippy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: The Realm Of Fecal Cohesion Posts: 1,924	Double Jack, aka 8lb. Sledge Hammer These large driving sledges have 36-inch handles and 6- or 8-pound heads. Because their use requires considerable expertise from both the driller and holder, we recommend that you use single jacking or modified double jacking untill safety and proficiency with the double jack can be assured. Not for kids. http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/...602/page01.htm 1/3hp General Electric Grinder Motor Couldn't live w/o either. __________________ Sonoran Steel Early IFS Truss Your IFS is SPINELESS without it SonoranSteel.com I'm Cuckoo For YOTA Trucks! Last edited by MudHippy : 06-29-2007 at 07:38 PM.

06-26-2007, 03:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
blazerboy72 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 223	power-welder so when I screw something up I can put it back together Hand-Hammer

06-26-2007, 03:16 PM	#4 (permalink)
Whitey13 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: MA Posts: 1,007	After repairing my starter, a ratchet extension is my new favorite tool.

06-26-2007, 03:25 PM	#6 (permalink)
4bytruckin Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 167	duct tape or my 5 pound sledge. i'm kinda distructive

06-26-2007, 04:05 PM	#9 (permalink)
Dingman Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 236	By far, it's the internet. I was telling my boss at lunch today, that I couldn't do 1/10th of the work I currently do on my truck without being able to look up detailed instructions, pics and techniques that are on the 'net. I can go buy almost any tool, but knowing what tool and what to do with it is beyond price. I'm a PC geek who knew nothing about auto mechanics a few years ago... Now, I've modded my trucks in more ways than I can list. 80% of it by myself. Thank you all for creating all the FAQ's and How-to's that I've been using. EDIT: LOL, I just learned what a "drift" is while rebuilding the entire front axle on my 4runner. That's my new fav tool (errr, implement) __________________ The Dingsite 1985 4Runner; Lifted and Locked 19'85 4Runner SR5; Stock 2001 GMC ZR2 Last edited by Dingman : 06-26-2007 at 04:07 PM.

06-26-2007, 04:57 PM	#10 (permalink)
FirstGenTankota Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 99	power tool - 1/2" NitroCat impact gun Hand tool - 36" angle tip pry bar __________________ '81 pickup longbed, bobbed 17", 4.88's, aussie lockers both ends, 4 wheel discs, IFS front brakes, t-case mounted e-brake. 22r breathing in through a double stacked air cleaner, out through Thorley tri-y and a custom Magnaflow system. All-Pro Incab roll cage and lots of fender trimming. All new, home rebuilt engine with a engnbldr 261C Rv cam.

06-26-2007, 05:55 PM	#11 (permalink)
Yota Tony Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,066	Power - It's a tie between 220v welder, grinder and sawzall. Hand - BFH! __________________ Anthony 93 ZJ - Stockish (HP D60 Front, 14 Bolt Rear, 231/D300 Crawl Box...awaiting 40" tires) Ballistic Crap Missile ILikeMud.net Mallcrawlin.com SOTRA

06-26-2007, 06:07 PM	#12 (permalink)
CJM Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Central NJ Posts: 4,583	BFH, if you dunno what that is you aint lived. __________________ 96' T100 SR5 4x4, ISR mod, Custom ABS snorkel, KC 57's Hella optilux el cheapo backup lights. Cobra 19III CB, Firestick 4ft antenna, Bilstein shocks. Be polite. Be professional. But, have a plan to kill everyone you meet.

06-26-2007, 06:22 PM	#13 (permalink)
Hoopster Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: kentucky Posts: 233	Power tool - cordless drill hand tool- hammer __________________ Remember the Constitution? Ron Paul does. RonPaul2008.com ( Hope for America! ) But I was interested now to see something I had not noticed in 1984: in a long discussion on the flip side, "Why a BANKRUPT AMERICA?" there is a quotation from "Congressman Ron Paul." "I think it is high time that the American people found out exactly what the 'Fed' is up to in its domestic dealings, as well as in its relationship with foreign governments and international banks."

06-28-2007, 08:33 PM	#16 (permalink)
gametom Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Manhattan IL Posts: 430	so it looks like the BFH is the most popular tool by far i have a sweet one it's 2-3lbs and the back is wedge shaped __________________ 91 4runner 22re mostly stock 2006 taco rims pioneer head with ipod controller cerwin vega speakers and 2 12" subs 2007 Kawasaki Ninja 1968 Bronco rusting away until i get the garage cleaned

06-28-2007, 08:52 PM	#17 (permalink)
INFINITY Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Canyon Creek, AZ Posts: 419	power- welder hand- best invention ever..... craftsman ratchet wrenches, they have saved me literally hours.

06-28-2007, 09:05 PM	#18 (permalink)
razrwild Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: dirty jersey Posts: 240	The Persuader/stress reliever aka bfh __________________ 89 4runner 22re 5spd bone stock 224k miles DD

06-28-2007, 10:43 PM	#19 (permalink)
the_gunslinger Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 520	i could built the heavens with a hammer and a welder.

06-28-2007, 10:45 PM	#20 (permalink)
fork Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: out in the pacific Posts: 597	my favorite tool is the guy (or lady) who stops on the freeway onramp

06-29-2007, 06:44 PM	#23 (permalink)
Sol.Axl.4runner85 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1	power tool- saw zaw and angle grinder hand tool-any type of hammer that will beat stuff into or out of place