Tool sets, starting from scratch
Thread Starter
|
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 3,410
Likes: 143
From: Palm Desert,CA
Ok makes sense thanks again everyone. I'm going to start with the service and get the parts manual when I change out the bars this winter. Then I'll go into electrical
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 5,618
Likes: 5,215
From: Green Country
I've got several quality tools I saved from my mechanic days. I like Lowe's house brand; Kobalt. And for average homeowner projects, Harbor Freight or Northern Tools is a good alternative; and it doesn't hurt so much when you have to replace. Also, Ace Hardware carries Craftsman tools. There's a place here called "ReTool"; sells used stuff. Just some ideas...
Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2014
Posts: 597
Likes: 8
From: 42.5833° N, 114.4667° W
OP,
Harbor freight has descent torx and allen tools. And if you break them, HF will replace them.
Also, what shocks did you put on your bike? Lowered or lifted?
Little off topic for everyone...
Whats the history behind the dislike for craftsman?
My toolbox is flooded with craftsman. All has worked well for me for 20yrs.
Engine rebuilds, engine swaps, race bike builds/ rebuilds and everything in between.
Ive never had a problem.
Just curious.
Harbor freight has descent torx and allen tools. And if you break them, HF will replace them.
Also, what shocks did you put on your bike? Lowered or lifted?
Little off topic for everyone...
Whats the history behind the dislike for craftsman?
My toolbox is flooded with craftsman. All has worked well for me for 20yrs.
Engine rebuilds, engine swaps, race bike builds/ rebuilds and everything in between.
Ive never had a problem.
Just curious.
Thread Starter
|
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 3,410
Likes: 143
From: Palm Desert,CA
OP,
Harbor freight has descent torx and allen tools. And if you break them, HF will replace them.
Also, what shocks did you put on your bike? Lowered or lifted?
Little off topic for everyone...
Whats the history behind the dislike for craftsman?
My toolbox is flooded with craftsman. All has worked well for me for 20yrs.
Engine rebuilds, engine swaps, race bike builds/ rebuilds and everything in between.
Ive never had a problem.
Just curious.
Harbor freight has descent torx and allen tools. And if you break them, HF will replace them.
Also, what shocks did you put on your bike? Lowered or lifted?
Little off topic for everyone...
Whats the history behind the dislike for craftsman?
My toolbox is flooded with craftsman. All has worked well for me for 20yrs.
Engine rebuilds, engine swaps, race bike builds/ rebuilds and everything in between.
Ive never had a problem.
Just curious.
I can't speak for the others but I have no problem with craftsman tools, in fact that set that was previously recommended for $126 is what I currently have in my cart
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 2,062
Likes: 153
From: Midlands of SC
I also have just about all craftsman, old and some new. Never had a problem with them. If I have to beat on a socket I use the impact ones, never use good screwdrivers as prybars,etc. I have their torque wrenches a they are also fine.
Road Master
Joined: Oct 2013
Posts: 1,110
Likes: 203
From: Fischer, Texas
Just buy quality tools one at a time as the need and budget allows.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
6 Weirdest Harley-Davidsons Ever Sold to the Public
Verdad Gallardo
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window
Verdad Gallardo
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
|
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 3,410
Likes: 143
From: Palm Desert,CA
Agreed thanks everyone,
I have some great products in the cart total of $311 full set of tools, torx keys, torque wrench, and a jack all with free shipping!
Just in time for my 5000 mile service!
I have some great products in the cart total of $311 full set of tools, torx keys, torque wrench, and a jack all with free shipping!
Just in time for my 5000 mile service!
Intermediate
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 38
Likes: 0
From: Vernon, NJ
Wera tools are the best. They are expensive but if anyone else is looking here for tool advise. Hard to find except online but they are amazing tools. You will buy one time and that's it. I use metric Allen keys for work constantly I used to buy craftsman or bondus and would get about 6 months out of them. I'm on 3+ years with my Wera's and there is not even a slight sign or rounding.