Car Repair Tools

If you are serious about performing your own car repairs and saving some money on costly repair bills, you will need to know which types of car repair tools you will need to have handy. Also, you will need to know which companies make the most reliable tools so you won’t waste time and money replacing cheap tools that break or don’t work as they should.

Types Of Car Repair Tools You Should Have

While some car repairs can be made with basic tools, you should make sure you have tools needed to perform the most common types of car repair. This is a list of tools that every do-it-yourself mechanic should have in their toolbox or garage:

• Ratchet set with US and metric sizes
• Wrench spanner set with US and metric sizes
• Screwdriver set
• Compression tester
• Oil and fluid drain pans
• Quality car ramps
• Car jack and jack stands
• Torque wrench set
• Air compressor - optional
• Air tools and wrenches - optional

The above are but the most basic types of tools you will need for many car and engine repairs. As time goes on, you will undoubtedly accumulate more tools that are used for more specific types of repairs on various types of vehicles.

Choosing Quality Tools

When searching for quality repair tools, you should always look for tools made in the USA. While there are some good imported European tools, you should always avoid cheap, imported tools and stick with American brands like Craftsman, Husky, Mac and Snap On. All of these companies manufacture quality tools that come with lifetime warranties. While other tools may be cheaper, a quality tool always costs less when you factor in how many times you have to replace a broken wrench or socket set.