You can’t make many automotive repairs without at least a few of these tools. There are many, many different types of pliers, but for basic vehicle work, you can probably get away with just three.

“Final stage would be adding a torque wrench (2-15 Nm range), tire sealant injector and a brake bleed kit,” he says. “Riders ...

Many home appliances, older American cars, and plumbing fixtures may need SAE, or conventional, tools (e.g. 3/8 in., 1 ½ in.). How We Evaluated Mechanic Tool Sets ...

And for the home mechanic needing to expand their basic set, these hand tools from Harbor Freight are indispensable additions to any toolbox. Read more: How To Clean Your Car's Engine Bay: A Step ...

The basic tool set needed to do general repairs and maintenance includes sockets, but I wanted to dive a little deeper into the subject to explain some of the nuances in the wide selection of ...

We'll cover everything from basic hand tools, like wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers, to niche and specialty devices, like torque wrenches and diagnostic tools. Let's dive in and check it out.

Knowing this, it's only natural that their mechanic socket tool set also performs well in its category. Sold in three options, the cheapest available set retails for just $48.59.

CRAFTSMAN Mechanic Tool Set, 104 Pieces, Includes 20.5” Drawers, 3-Compartments for $79.99 See It ...

This tool set has just about anything you could need for basic mechanical repairs on your vehicle. All pieces have a durable chrome finish, which makes them fully rust-resistant. They also include ...

Craftsman set me up with a 284-piece mechanic’s tool set from its Overdrive line. The kit includes pretty much everything you’d expect from something it’s size.