1994-2002 [Subscribe to Daily Digest] |
PM,
Answers to your questions, as far as what I know, and others with more experience can chime in...
E-Torx - So far, only other that I ran into is at the bottom of the engine... I think the bolts that hold the mains.
Ratcheting wrench - Yes, the boxed end with very fine 'click's' Don't get the heavier ratcheting ones that Craftsman has. It has too big of a profile and the ratcheting action is too coarse. I returned mine. Between Gear Wrench brand and Craftsman, I bought the Craftsman (fine ratchet 'clicks') brand instead, because of no hassle tool return if it breaks.
Torque wrench - I used my friend's smaller torque wrench for valve cover. I know I should follow the recommended torque settings, but on the smaller nuts and bolts, I just tighten as much as I can, especially because there isn't any room to get the torque wrench 'on'. I mean, there is a spec for torquing intake manifold bolts. I do NOT know how anyone can put a socket on it, let alone a torque wrench, while the engine is still in the car. So far, I only have the big torque wrench. I use that a lot when I change/rotate tires.
Oh, and another piece of 'common' tool I'd like to recommend is a looong screw driver. Comes in handy for those hose clamps that are waaay down there. Most standard screw driver sets won't have them. Again, I went to Sears and found a really long one.
Also, really small flat head screw driver comes in handy for unplugging connectors, such as your DI cassette connector, O2 sensor, temp sensor, etc.
Pliers and vice grips, you'll eventually need.
If you are going to do any electrical DIY's get a electricians tool (crimper/stripper).
It's expensive to get everything all at once. But I go to Sears regularily and watch for certain tools to go on sale. Along with Craftsman club discounts, you can get some killer deals on tools, which will last you a lifetime. I plan to own Saabs for rest of my life (I'm 34 years old). So I consider tool purchase an investment. Short of air tools (air compressor is next on my list), I think I have a pretty good collection of tools even some mechanics would be jealous of.
This is all because I had the pleasure of owning the least dependable car that I've ever owned, a '96 900 SE turbo. All my DIY's mentioned in the previous thread was done on this car in the course of 9 months that I owned this car. So this car taught me to carry a set of tools in my trunk at all times. I now drive a '95 9000 Aero and am MUCH happier and had not have to pull out my tools, except for maintanance items. I still carry a full set of tools, though. I kinda feel like 'Macyver'. heh heh...
posted by 12.47.22...
No Site Registration is Required to Post - Site Membership is optional (Member Features List), but helps to keep the site online
for all Saabers. If the site helps you, please consider helping the site by becoming a member.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
