Most popular tool, anything that can act like a hammer and is close at hand.
I either buy Craftsman (I have a socket set that I got when I was 14 which is ... too long ago. Stick with 6 point sockets. The 12 point round of the heads of old nuts and bolts. Watch for sale, especially around Christmas. You are better to start with a small set and add just the pieces you need. The big sets have lots of things you won't use.
Air tools are a luxury. Many times I won't use them as it takes to long to drag out the hose and the put it away. 1/4" and 3/8" ratchets are all you need 90% of the time. SAE and Metric. Standard and Deep.
Occasionally I shop the "Chinese discount store" for things that wear out (wire brushes etc). Actually, their HD jack stands are pretty well made.
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Peace, it's our only chance
1998 E150 Club Wagon, 4.6L Modular, E4OD
2007 Milan. 3.0L Duratec, Aisin 6 speed AW-F21
others I look out for
2007 Escape 2wd (the mini Pumpkin), 3.0L Duratec, CD4E
2008 Mazda3 5 door, 2.3L, 5 speed manual
My advice is worth every cent you pay for it !
Last edited by theoldwizard; 07-04-2009 at 01:32 AM..
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