k31th less WHY; more WOT Site Developer 29,052 Member For: 16y 8m 13d Gender: Male Location: Melbourne Posted 04/11/15 11:54 PM Share Posted 04/11/15 11:54 PM Brand is irrelevantAgreed. Your post seemed to indicate that it was, that's all.Ratchet $41.00http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/like/251713809883?limghlpsr=true&hlpht=true&ul_noapp=true&hlpv=2&chn=ps&lpid=107&ops=true&viphx=1Approximately $41 AUD plus approximately $52 AUD postage The average joe doesn't spend anywhere near $100 on a 3/8 drive ratchet.Extension (Set) $12.50http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/like/271918822546?limghlpsr=true&hlpht=true&ul_noapp=true&hlpv=2&chn=ps&lpid=107&ops=true&viphx=1This isn't Snap-On level pricing. Of course you can get extensions nice and cheap if you go with something from Taiwan.Plug Socket $12.10https://www.gettoolsdirect.com.au/kincrome-socket-spark-plug-3-8-drive-5-8-16mm-mirror-polished-k2953.html?gdftrk=gdfV26854_a_7c442_a_7c1200_a_7c89303&gclid=CjwKEAiA9uaxBRDYr4_hrtC3tW8SJAD6UU8G1VJh1Gm4JCyijrJkatUBdlWy11UpmTzW9UpSSDRWhxoCBcLw_wcBAgain, not Snap-On (or BluePoint) level pricing. Good option on this one, though, good quality product for quite cheap.Magnetic Pickup Tool $18.00https://www.gettoolsdirect.com.au/geiger-magnetic-pick-up-wand-mtp001.html?gdftrk=gdfV26854_a_7c442_a_7c1200_a_7c103046&gclid=CjwKEAiA9uaxBRDYr4_hrtC3tW8SJAD6UU8GwcrTVztZyOTR2VuZyk_9OHXLGjv7lMn5FnP4MeorcxoCOoXw_wcB$18 seems expensive for a magetic tool. From memory my cheap flexible one was around $5 from supercrap I like to own qaulity tools as they last but for the average Joe enthusiast the tools above are just fine for a once a year Plug change.If you also purchase a set of 3/8 Sockets You'd have quite a handy set of tools and probably have changed from the cost of normal service.Agreed. Quality tools FTW. Would have saved myself hundreds if I'd had the a couple hundred to spend when I first got my license hahaDoing minor servicing yourself will save you heaps in the long run, that's for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Wiggum Moar Powar Babeh Lifetime Members 19,323 Member For: 19y 3m Gender: Male Location: Perth Posted 04/11/15 11:56 PM Share Posted 04/11/15 11:56 PM Nit PickingCarry on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k31th less WHY; more WOT Site Developer 29,052 Member For: 16y 8m 13d Gender: Male Location: Melbourne Posted 04/11/15 11:59 PM Share Posted 04/11/15 11:59 PM Will do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lennox Member 2,586 Member For: 11y 9m 27d Gender: Male Location: Perth Posted 05/11/15 12:46 AM Share Posted 05/11/15 12:46 AM I heard sidchrome is basically Stanley anyway Tocchi? Of course I was told after I bought my sidchrome 1/4" and 1/2" drive socket sets. Oh well they still work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Wiggum Moar Powar Babeh Lifetime Members 19,323 Member For: 19y 3m Gender: Male Location: Perth Posted 05/11/15 12:49 AM Share Posted 05/11/15 12:49 AM My understanding is whenSydchrome where bought out by Proto, the tools styling was merged and the older Sydchrome tooling/dies sold on (possibly to Stanley) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyP MattyP Cruise Control 6,317 Member For: 12y 7m 19d Gender: Male Location: Central Coast Posted 05/11/15 01:27 AM Share Posted 05/11/15 01:27 AM I am in the B category, Didnt have right tools It was my first ever crack at it I hardly think discouraging someone to work on their cars is helpful We were all leaners to begin with 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barnz Member 3,047 Member For: 11y 1m 3d Gender: Male Location: Brisbane Posted 05/11/15 04:05 AM Share Posted 05/11/15 04:05 AM (edited) I think what ralph meant was if you found that hard maybe dont attempt anything else coz its pretty basic...he also covered not having the right tools....Dont think he was saying dont have a go to you matty...You know what sh*ts me about it....the 2 torx screws near the fire wall for the plastic cover that feel like they take a million turns to get in and out. Always end up in an awkward position with a sore back....they are long gone now... Edited 05/11/15 04:08 AM by barnz 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Wiggum Moar Powar Babeh Lifetime Members 19,323 Member For: 19y 3m Gender: Male Location: Perth Posted 05/11/15 04:12 AM Share Posted 05/11/15 04:12 AM I think what ralph meant was if you found that hard maybe dont attempt anything else coz its pretty basic...he also covered not having the right tools....Dont think he was saying dont have a go to you matty...You know what shits me about it....the 2 torx screws near the fire wall for the plastic cover that feel like they take a million turns to get in and out. Always end up in an awkward position with a sore back....they are long gone now...^Exactly my points.As for the rear bolt(s) for the cover, I have always classified them as Weeeeeeeeeeeeeee! bolts as in you throw them over your shoulder and say Weeeeeeeeeeeeeee! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JETURBO ...JD TUNING ADELAIDE... Gold Donating Members 23,708 Member For: 16y 6m 22d Gender: Male Location: Adelaide Posted 05/11/15 04:14 AM Share Posted 05/11/15 04:14 AM Weeeeeeeeeeeee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyP MattyP Cruise Control 6,317 Member For: 12y 7m 19d Gender: Male Location: Central Coast Posted 05/11/15 04:17 AM Share Posted 05/11/15 04:17 AM I aint butt hurt lol Im abit of a nupty every now and again. I have a tool bucket not a boxNeed to get myself a proper toolkit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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