What tools do I need??
10-15-2004, 06:18 AM
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What tools do I need??
I am trying to get everything together so that I can install the 3" Revtek kit on my 2000 4runner. I was trying to make a list of everything I would need for the install, and I was just going to see what you guys recommend. What tools do I really need, what tools will make the install a lot easier, etc. Thanks for the help.
10-15-2004, 06:24 AM
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Air tools. I just got a really nice complete set up (air ratchet, impact gun, hose, compressor, air attachments) for $400, brand new. I can't believe I turned wrenches this long without air tools. The decrease in install time is unbelievable. If you can swing it, let me know and I will give you a list of everything I purchased.
10-15-2004, 06:26 AM
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Yeah I'm sure that air tools do make the install a lot quicker. I've got a few friends with air tools so I should be able to borrow them for the day. Which air tools do you use on the install?
10-15-2004, 06:29 AM
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Yeah I'm sure that air tools do make the install a lot quicker. I've got a few friends with air tools so I should be able to borrow them for the day. Which air tools do you use on the install?
Air drill and angle grinder are nice to have as well.
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I actually went with the Coleman compressor at Costco. For the specs and price, it can't be beat. Oil free, 155psi max press, 28 gallon capacity, etc. $250 at Costco. I then went with $120 worth of air tools and accessories from HD.
I find myself looking for reason's to fire up the air and rev the air ratchet...kinda dorky but oh well.
I actually went with the Coleman compressor at Costco. For the specs and price, it can't be beat. Oil free, 155psi max press, 28 gallon capacity, etc. $250 at Costco. I then went with $120 worth of air tools and accessories from HD.
I find myself looking for reason's to fire up the air and rev the air ratchet...kinda dorky but oh well.
10-15-2004, 07:44 AM
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I'll show my ignorance on the subject--> what is an impact gun?
.....or it snaps it off.
10-15-2004, 08:33 AM
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Leave it to Jamie to post the cheapest gun available...
....after being a mechanic I got spoiled on snap-on stuff.
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Originally Posted by <96 Runner>
I find myself looking for reason's to fire up the air and rev the air ratchet...kinda dorky but oh well.
10-15-2004, 03:27 PM
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Originally Posted by tarheelrunner
I am trying to get everything together so that I can install the 3" Revtek kit on my 2000 4runner. I was trying to make a list of everything I would need for the install, and I was just going to see what you guys recommend. What tools do I really need, what tools will make the install a lot easier, etc. Thanks for the help.
If you don't go for the pneumatic tools make sure you have a torque wrench or some long handled socket wrench - it'll make the use of the coil compressor easier.
You'll need the appropriate metric tools. Good writeup - and maybe even a bottle jack to get that A-arm down. I found a small prybar was helpful in getting the shock oriented correctly if I messed up when releasing the compressor.
Don't forget a good set of jackstands, wheel chocks, and whatever miscellaneous stuff too.
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