Looking for Socket Sets etc

Volvo321 · Aug 14th, 2023, 15:47

Hi,

I`m after some tools for working on cars - specifically for a 2013 XC90 D5.

Until now, I`ve always taken my cars to the local mechanic for repairs but I`ve decided it`s time to learn to do some basic jobs myself and get a good set.

I think I'm looking at a socket set (impact drill set?), ratchet, extension bits for sockets, torque wrench etc etc but I'm starting from nothing so any advice on what I need would be helpful. Ive got the chocks and jacks on the way (chosen with previous advice excellently given from here!).

If anyone has any good 2nd hand sets they want to sell, please PM me or reply here.

Thanks,

Ben

Simmy · Aug 14th, 2023, 17:54

try ebay or preloved for used tools or even carboot sales sometimes have tools.

Moomoo · Aug 14th, 2023, 19:12

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Originally Posted by Simmy

try ebay or preloved for used tools or even carboot sales sometimes have tools.

Echo that. Bought loads of tools from car boots. Top quality used beats new tat anytime.

I have to say 3/8 drive stuff is under rated.

Pidgeonpost · Aug 14th, 2023, 21:07

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Originally Posted by Moomoo

Echo that. Bought loads of tools from car boots. Top quality used beats new tat anytime.

I have to say 3/8 drive stuff is under rated.

+1 for good used stuff. My motley collection over 50 years includes makes like Britool, Gordon, King Dick, plus a few ex-MOD ..... Lots on eBay, but carriage can be costly.

Volvo321 · Aug 15th, 2023, 13:01

thanks everyone. This is great advice - I will look on eBay for some second hand sets!

Are there any good brands to look for? Ive read that 'Snap On' are good. Any other brands that are good to look for second hand?

Moomoo · Aug 15th, 2023, 13:22

Facom, Kamasa, Roebuck, Bedford, Gordon, Britool. Just make sure some British makes are metric, some don’t say with older stuff, I noticed one or two on eBay didn’t make it clear,not fair really.

For home use it’s less critical, there’s good gear to be had if you look!🧐👍

Darlo 1 · Aug 19th, 2023, 12:55

Don't laugh but Halfords pro range is pretty good stuff and i believe comes with a lifetime warranty.

Bob Meadows · Aug 20th, 2023, 16:52

Recently started going to our local auction house:~
On many occasions the place has had plenty of tools- sockets & work cabinets.
All sorts things come through to include welders.. you name it.

Many of these are to engineering standards at a fraction of the normal price- probably the suppliers for the likes of ebay.
Bob.

Aug 14th, 2023, 15:47	#1
Volvo321 New Member Last Online: Aug 26th, 2023 11:22 Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: London	Looking for Socket Sets etc Hi, I`m after some tools for working on cars - specifically for a 2013 XC90 D5. Until now, I`ve always taken my cars to the local mechanic for repairs but I`ve decided it`s time to learn to do some basic jobs myself and get a good set. I think I'm looking at a socket set (impact drill set?), ratchet, extension bits for sockets, torque wrench etc etc but I'm starting from nothing so any advice on what I need would be helpful. Ive got the chocks and jacks on the way (chosen with previous advice excellently given from here!). If anyone has any good 2nd hand sets they want to sell, please PM me or reply here. Thanks, Ben

Aug 15th, 2023, 13:22	#6
Moomoo VOC Member Last Online: Today 10:25 Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Ashbourne	Facom, Kamasa, Roebuck, Bedford, Gordon, Britool. Just make sure some British makes are metric, some don’t say with older stuff, I noticed one or two on eBay didn’t make it clear,not fair really. For home use it’s less critical, there’s good gear to be had if you look!🧐👍 __________________ It’s pointless having a battle of wits with unarmed people!

Aug 19th, 2023, 12:55	#7
Darlo 1 Lunatic. Last Online: Yesterday 22:56 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: staffordshire	Don't laugh but Halfords pro range is pretty good stuff and i believe comes with a lifetime warranty. __________________ V40 1.9D 2004 620 miles to the tankful. 235000 miles on clock. Now sold, S60 D5 2004. I vape therefore I am.

Aug 14th, 2023, 17:54	#2
Simmy Premier Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:23 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Manchester	try ebay or preloved for used tools or even carboot sales sometimes have tools.

Aug 15th, 2023, 13:01	#5
Volvo321 New Member Last Online: Aug 26th, 2023 11:22 Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: London	thanks everyone. This is great advice - I will look on eBay for some second hand sets! Are there any good brands to look for? Ive read that 'Snap On' are good. Any other brands that are good to look for second hand?

Aug 20th, 2023, 16:52	#8
Bob Meadows Premier Member Last Online: Today 10:05 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: STANDISH LANCASHIRE	Recently started going to our local auction house:~ On many occasions the place has had plenty of tools- sockets & work cabinets. All sorts things come through to include welders.. you name it. Many of these are to engineering standards at a fraction of the normal price- probably the suppliers for the likes of ebay. Bob.

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