I am planning on getting a HSV tool kit for my man for Christmas but unsure which would be most useful to him. The 2 I have to choose from are:
1. 1/4'' drive 27 piece socket set
2. 23 piece tool kit includes:
-6'' combination plier
-digital tyre pressure gauge
-4,6,8,10,12mm sockets
-driver bits (phillips #1, #2, #3, blade 3,4,5mm, torx t10,t15,t20, hex key 4,5,6mm
-1/4''ratchet
spinner handle
-1/4'' adaptor
-multi tool
He has a 1980 UC torana he is workiing on and also works on his KTM dirtbike
Would much appreciate knowing whether tool kit or socket set is used more with these. Thanks
2006-12-10 12:47:25 · 8 answers · asked by angelvic_83 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Thanks for your input guys!! He has no tools of his own he currently uses his dads and a friends.
2006-12-10 13:25:05 · update #1
Yup, I agree with the first two. But you have to consider what he already has. If he works on his own vehicles, you've probably heard him say how he wanted a new something or other tool for it. But just by guessing, I would say he probably already has a socket set, and option #2 has a fairly wide selection. (Just try to find out what he already has, without giving away the surprise.)
Also, make sure they're good quality, and possibly with a warranty.
After your update: If he doesn't have any tools, you really can't go wrong either way; however, I would still lean toward option #2- it has some sockets (same 1/4" size), and a good variety of other useful tools.
2006-12-10 13:05:37 · answer #1 · answered by Si_Pocket_Rocket 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would go with the 2nd but you're still limited to a 1/4" drive ratchet. Personally I would go with a Craftsman combination socket set that has 1/4" and 3/8" drive ratchets. Metric will be more useful. and a set of pliers and screwdrivers. Dont go cheap. Get sears or something with a lifetime warranty. The only thing more frustrating than breaking a ratchet on the first turn is having to buy another one.
2006-12-10 14:10:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If he is into tools, the socket set sounds good, and probably more complete. If he has no tools, the second set might be better. Or you can get him a nice jacket you think he would look good in.
2006-12-10 13:13:36 · answer #3 · answered by jerr_ 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to Sears get a mechanic special.
2006-12-10 13:29:01 · answer #4 · answered by Suzanne M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go Sears Craftsman, get a lot more for your money and they are guaranteed forever.
2006-12-10 15:13:44 · answer #5 · answered by tronary 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I could change my oil filter with a p or q an F might be a useful wrench
2016-05-23 03:31:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No question about it. Go with #2.
2006-12-10 12:55:54 · answer #7 · answered by Mr. Badwrench 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get the second kit. He would be able to use that more.
2006-12-10 12:51:03 · answer #8 · answered by linebackerrebel 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋