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Originally Posted by N2TRUX
GearWrench brand rachet wrenches...  |
Amen! Hands down the best thing I have ever added to my toolbox.
Just be sure to buy the GearWrench brand. My local Sears had the GearWrench brand 8 piece sets on sale (SAE & Metric) for $39 this past week ... I couldn't resist and picked up another set of each.
You can never have enough open end wrenches or 3/8" drive ratchets.
Also, do yourself a favor and buy good ratchets. The Craftsman sockets are ok, but their ratchets are junk ... or with much use will soon be. I like Proto ratchets, but that is just personal preference. Keep an eye on ebay for thing such as extension, speed handles, thumb wheels, etc. These seldom used things are often the first things sold off when things get slow and the pro-wrench needs some quick cash.
The standard clear-handled Craftsman screwdrivers are ok for a weekend warrior (like myself) but if you plan on using them more than often, then I would suggest the better Craftsman Professional series.
If you don't already have one, pick up a cheap digital camera. One of the best tools in the shop for disassembly. Take lots of pics, make notes and then refer back when it's time to reassemble. I don't do this as often as I should. Shame on me.