Tools every 914 owner should have...., at a minimum...... |
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Tools every 914 owner should have...., at a minimum...... |
Mueller |
Dec 24 2003, 01:34 AM
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914 Freak! Group: Members Posts: 17,146 Joined: 4-January 03 From: Antioch, CA Member No.: 87 Region Association: None |
After reading Redshifts post about his cables, I thought a list of tools needed and recommended while owning and maintaining a 914 would be a good idea....
Maybe once the thread is dead, we can add the list to a FAQ (which most lazy @ss people don't read or look for, LOL) jack (aluminum optional) jack stands (one pair minimum, or if you are like me, you need at least 3 pair......4 jacks for your 914 and the other 2 for your "running" cars) Metric tool set (sockets, wrench set) 3# sledge hammer BFH optional (IMHO, a claw or woodworker type hammer should never be used near a car) small inspection mirror small bright flashlight triple square drive set(for CV joints) Metric allen wrench set(shifter assembly, front suspension skid protectors.....) torque wrench(1/4" drive In-Lb, 3/8" and 1/2" Ft-Lb) |
smrz914 |
Dec 24 2003, 01:44 AM
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Soon to be brightening the life of the person behind you. Group: Members Posts: 456 Joined: 21-April 03 From: Pleasant Hill, CA or Chico, CA Member No.: 596 |
May want to have:
wire cutters crimpers an assortment of connectors (male, female, etc.) multimeter (either an automotive one that has dwell or a standard one) |
SirAndy |
Dec 24 2003, 01:56 AM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,614 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
a case of brake cleaner (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
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stock93 |
Dec 24 2003, 02:12 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 333 Joined: 12-May 03 From: Huntsville, AL Member No.: 684 Region Association: South East States |
How about
Socket driven allens feeler guages(points, valves, brakes, etc) I'm sure theres more I'm just not thinking of any right now. John |
sj914 |
Dec 24 2003, 02:35 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 805 Joined: 20-August 03 From: San Jose, CA Member No.: 1,053 |
Breaker Bar
5ft. pipe(cheater bar) Torch angle grinders MIG welder |
URY914 |
Dec 24 2003, 05:47 AM
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I built the lightest 914 in the history of mankind. Group: Members Posts: 120,354 Joined: 3-February 03 From: Jacksonville, FL Member No.: 222 Region Association: None |
I use screwdrivers a lot on my car. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cool_shades.gif)
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RON S. |
Dec 24 2003, 05:51 AM
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9140430841, FINALLY RUNNING Group: Members Posts: 1,211 Joined: 22-May 03 From: WALTERBORO,S.C. Member No.: 724 Region Association: South East States |
My most used is my Dremel & pneumatic die grinder.
Ron |
Curvie Roadlover |
Dec 24 2003, 05:54 AM
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Two trunks are better than one! Group: Members Posts: 2,025 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Southeast Michigan Member No.: 42 |
17 mm Allen wrench for the tranny plugs.
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HarveyH |
Dec 24 2003, 06:27 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 450 Joined: 19-June 03 From: Downingtown, PA Member No.: 843 |
Reference material: manuals, parts lists, and print-outs of internet material.
Beverage of choice (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer3.gif) Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. Harvey |
DuckRyder |
Dec 24 2003, 06:42 AM
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Avatars Mode: OFF because of the recalcitrant few. Group: Benefactors Posts: 767 Joined: 8-January 03 From: Georgia Member No.: 110 |
Heads - the more the better.
OH, tools, A big ass pair of channel locks................. Why do they call one plier a "pair"? Inquiring minds wnat to know........................... |
URY914 |
Dec 24 2003, 06:43 AM
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I built the lightest 914 in the history of mankind. Group: Members Posts: 120,354 Joined: 3-February 03 From: Jacksonville, FL Member No.: 222 Region Association: None |
How about a lap top and a wireless net connection in the garage. And a d-camera to up load pics to this site when you have a question.
This website is the best tool in the box. Paul |
morgan |
Dec 24 2003, 07:15 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 310 Joined: 28-March 03 From: milwaukee WI Member No.: 488 |
A second 914 (IMG:style_emoticons/default/icon8.gif)
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ejm |
Dec 24 2003, 07:28 AM
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I can see the light at the end of the tunnel Group: Members Posts: 2,690 Joined: 3-February 03 From: Massachusetts Member No.: 224 Region Association: None |
Large color wiring diagrams and a test light
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Curvie Roadlover |
Dec 24 2003, 07:37 AM
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Two trunks are better than one! Group: Members Posts: 2,025 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Southeast Michigan Member No.: 42 |
QUOTE(URY914 @ Dec 24 2003, 04:43 AM) This website is the best tool in the box. Paul (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) |
Rusty |
Dec 24 2003, 07:39 AM
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Wanted: Engine case GA003709 Group: Admin Posts: 7,941 Joined: 24-December 02 From: North Alabama Member No.: 6 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
Needed:
Brake bleeding kit Recommended: Fuel pressure gauge Carb synchrometer (if appropriate) |
DNHunt |
Dec 24 2003, 08:09 AM
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914 Wizard? No way. I got too much to learn. Group: Members Posts: 4,099 Joined: 21-April 03 From: Gig Harbor, WA Member No.: 598 |
Not really tools but these help
Pet CD Lots of rags gloves friends with lots of parts an extra car to go get the parts fat wallet (soon to get much skinnier) Dave Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays |
Gint |
Dec 24 2003, 08:17 AM
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Mike Ginter Group: Admin Posts: 16,066 Joined: 26-December 02 From: Denver CO. Member No.: 20 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
QUOTE a case of brake cleaner THREE cases of brake cleaner. When you get down to one, that's when you re-order. |
JeffBowlsby |
Dec 24 2003, 09:29 AM
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914 Wiring Harnesses Group: Members Posts: 8,488 Joined: 7-January 03 From: San Ramon CA Member No.: 104 Region Association: None |
An multimeter to sort out the FI.
Black Chrome for the exterior rubber parts. A spring type oil filter wrench. |
AZ914 |
Dec 24 2003, 09:40 AM
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914 Dumbass Group: Members Posts: 1,459 Joined: 6-January 03 From: Sunny Tucson Member No.: 98 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I found I needed FLARE WRENCHES to do my brake work.... The PIPE WRENCH came in handy a couple of times...
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brant |
Dec 24 2003, 09:40 AM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 11,618 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Colorado Member No.: 47 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
SAWZALL ?
ha.. brant |
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