Top tools I would buy if I started over at square one .

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First and foremost, thank you Lucas Sutton for making me work for this video . I totally blame you for the enjoyment I had creating this. I hope yall enjoy and hope I stayed on track as to what was asked . have a great day yall.

[@name242]

I remember starting off working out of a couple 12” toolboxes and a couple oil pans doing anything and everything … it’s funny to think back and wonder how I accomplished anything with the limited tools I had at the time. Nowadays i have to reach for three different ratchets before I decide to loosen a bolt. When someone ask me what tools do they need, my response is always the same …. Enough to do the job

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Right . I had the plastic tool boxes as a teenager floating around in the bed of my truck and had no issues using them . Now I'm spoiled with nice ratchets and wrenches and hate using lower quality stuff. I feel like you can never have enough tools . The longer you turn the more you evolve and grow and next thing you know you've been doing it for decades and have tens of thousand in tools .

[@wcollins4191]

I was blessed when I built my tool box I worked at a federal facility & I got a 50% discount on tool purchases. I found tools also from pawn shops too & another source I got my tools from mechanics leaving the work site & in my 18 years career I never had a tool credit off the truck. I'm 90% snap on / 5% Blue Point & 5% Milwaukee.

[@sidmahaffey4405]

I think what you're doing is great And a simple The way you explain it

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I greatly appreciate it thank you.

[@alanadale1945]

Okay ! You are BEAUTIFUL ! ! Glad you pointed that out 😃

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Your the best I greatly appreciate that

[@3vil3lvis]

Anyone else waiting for him to get to the essential Burger King and Marlboro's?

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Gotta roll with the king and smokes .

[@1970gregg]

I bought the HF metric impact sockets years ago. I’ve broken at least the 17 and 19 and replaced them with better ones but the HF are thin which is helpful sometimes.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I can't complain on my Pittsburgh sockets have had them for years and have held up great . Thanks for the comment.

[@thebackwoodsmechanic5029]

I totally agree. I worked in the automotive shop, small engine boat repairs, transitioned into industrial machine, commercial equipment & fleet automotive repairs and now I'm jumping into new trades on the side I've had all the major name brands before I ever heard of Harbor Freight. I used to rock the USA Craftsman, Proto, SK , Armstrong, Benchtop when I started but eventually got on the tool truck band wagon and transitioned (which is regret) Needless to say I wasted too much on tool trucks and came around full circle to say, use what works . It's about making money more than spending money . Great video.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Greatly appreciate you taking time and watching .I honestly feel like there are so many brands and such good pricing on amazon and ebay if you do your research you can get a great product at a reasonable price. I still enjoy roaming around harbor frieght buying random tools to make life easier. Certain things for me need to be certain brands.

[@alcerz984]

Well said my friend

[@danieldesantiago6472]

I would add breaker bars to the list, pretty essential

[@classiclinesautomotive]

They definitely come in handy . The only reason I didn't put one on the list is I can't remember the last time I've used mine .

[@danieldesantiago6472]

@@classiclinesautomotive fair enough. Im a wheeled mechanic in the army and we use em every day. We’re not given impact wrenches so we use breaker bars on the daily

[@teamvegas05]

Great video sir! Love the insight and knowledge you have for keeping it somewhat cheap yet fully functional. Be safe and take care.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I greatly appreciate it . I try to do my homeworker on most purchases to see what's the best deal and what works the best on most occasions. Other than that I'm a kid in a candy shop wanting everything

[@SVTgotti]

just ordered the tekton 🔧 wrenches . thanks for the recommendation

[@keysautorepair6038]

I started with cheap tools worked made money bought good tools their was many times I didn't even make any money because the tool to do the job was more than I made but I never did any credit for any tools sometimes I put them on layaway at the pawn shop have all the tools needed now took 15 years but it's all paid for don't go in debt I did that when I was younger don't do it just save your money so you don't have to pay interest.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Very well said on buying tools .I honestly wish I paid everything off and bought it outright than putting it on accounts or credit .live and learn I guess I'm trying to do the whole Dave Ramsey thing with money management.

[@gilmansgarage6341]

I think about what I would do different..after being in about 37 years..of course things were not as available when I started..hard to say because I have mostly all tool truck tools..but also haven't had that many things warranteed in all my years..I take care of them but use them hard when necessary..great subject..Have a great Holiday Beautiful..🎅🎄⛄❄

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Thank you very much I hope you have a fantastic holiday as well and it's amazing how long tools last when you take care of them .37 yes that is impressive keep wrenchin and stay safe.

[@G5Hohn]

For combo wrenches, I bought wrightgrip 2.0 for 19mm and smaller and 3/4" and smaller. Above those sizes, I buy Tekton. No need for premium wrenches in the huge sizes where you won't use them as often and when precision of fit isn't super critical. The premium wrenches get SUPER expensive in the big sizes and the split strategy I indicate here of buying premium for the smaller stuff and tekton or HF for the larger stuff has served me well. If you are really strapped, skip some of the big wrench set and buy smaller sets and then add individuals as needed. Standard SAE bolts in larger sizes are 13/16" 15/16" and 1 1/8". So maybe don't buy the huge set that has 7/8" and 3/4" and 1", but buy the smaller set and just add the commonly used sizes separately as needed.

[@ShawnC8030]

Lost everything in a fire. At 44 starting over I'm looking for "good enough". Icon grip wrenches are amazing for the price. Quinn has a comparable socket set to tekton but still leaning tekton on sockets and wrenches. Icon Allen's and hex t handles. I really enjoy the Icon stuff just wish they had the larger sizes. I beat the piss out of Pittsburgh impact sockets and they are tough as nails. It was a hard transition from US made stuff and what I had invested and lost but feels like I'm making good decisions on decent quality tools. Feels like sears again if I need to walk in a warranty a tool

[@richardbates2367]

I had a early 94 Chevy extended cab short bed Z71 Silverado, and now it is a 2000 dodge ram laramie slt quad cab long bed 5.2 litre 318 magnum V8 46 RE AT manual shift transfer case lever on the floor, gloss black with most of the white pinstripe 1500 4x4, and yeah almost every one who has removed the door panel has not used anything pulling off the door panels, and they are broken and hardly ever stay put on the door but I ain't spending $250 for plastic door panels...

[@McMotors99]

Great list and loved the video as always. If a may I would add this bit of advice, if you’re just starting or forced to start over, don’t start with a cart, you are fine to start with a harbor freight box, but you will need the room to grow. And as a starting technician (or starting over) you will grow that tool collection very quickly, and that’s hard to do when you have no room. You can start with a us-general 44” lower for like 600 and then grow into that and even add an upper and a couple side lockers. Also it’s important to think about starting with a good extractor set and a tap and die set. I know I’ll catch flack for this next comment but I stand by it 100%. Tell your wife about the videos, let her be a part of it in whatever way she wants to. Give her the opportunity to support you man. You seem like a great guy, and from what you have said, you got a hell of a woman. Food for thought. Stay greasy my friends.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I actually told the wife yesterday . She laughed when I told her and asked why I was hiding it .lol . She's supportive of it . I'm just curious how much she will watch and if she reads the comments . Might get me in trouble buying new tools . However she did get me an Amazon gift card ,so she made the remark of are you gonna buy tools and do another tool haul video . As far as buying a box for starting over for some one that has experience I can totally get behind buying a bigger box . For an 18 yr old kid or a newer person that never turned a wrench my honest input on that is to start with the smallest investment you can and grow over time. Just due to the fact I've seen so many young techs come in and out and try to sell thier boxes as soon as they quit from them finding out this field isn't for them. However I'm in full support of a US general 44 in box . It's absolutely fantastic and awesome price point. For a tech less than a year in I hate seeing them hop on the snap on truck and buy a big box when they have the bare minimum for tools.

[@McMotors99]

@@classiclinesautomotive I’m glad you told her man! That’s awesome! And honestly man, you set up a patron or a P.O. Box and I’m more then happy to help support the channel. Ya I’ve seen a lot of new guys selling off their tools and boxes, that’s why I like the 44” so much, great price and lots of storage. If any new technicians decide to read this…. Do not start with a tool truck box!!! Lol I started doing this when I was 17 and am 32 now… I didn’t get my first snapon box till like 5 years ago and just last year took it home and got a bigger one. There are a lot of great things to have starting off on those trucks, boxes aren’t one of them.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

@jonathon mcmurray I absolutely appreciate that man right now I'm happy to have all the positive support and fantastic comments and suggestions . That in itself is truly a blessing a patron would be fun being I wouldn't have to sensor my self so much . I have a bit of a mouth on me .but I'm just happy to put out content and as long as yall keep loving it I'm happy to make it . On another note she opened up a video of mine and I was next to her we both were giggling a little bit and she asked how do you listen to yourself talk . I'm hoping to do some videos at the track this weekend maybe film her working and jumping over the wall with me . Always great to read your comments as always stay safe and keep wrenching brother .

[@howlingbreeze7078]

depending on what you are doing at the time a cart is the best option, if you are starting out they are going to have you doing everything, everywhere and the time it takes to walk back to your box (which might be all the way across the shop) because you forgot to get something or grabbed the wrong size socket will just kill your entire day, and if you are on flat rate you paycheck. Personally I love my cart it has all my daily essentials, pliers, sockets, impacts and so on, roll it up to the job and unless I need something specific I don't have to go to my box . Eventually you are going to need a box it is inevitable and Harbor Freight does have some good ones, working out of a 44 inch with a side locker right now kinda kicking myself for not going bigger but lucky I have enough room to fit that in my shop.

[@javierosorio5169]

All attention span on tool info , is a must .

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Always sir . Tools equal life.

[@wertz987]

I just like your Summit Racing shirt. I live 20 minutes from there and always loved going there my whole life.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I've never been there and it sucks on my end I've ordered a good amount of stuff from them . I'm jealous though

[@wertz987]

@Classic Lines Automotive It's awesome to see shiny new parts come to your door but to see everything in their showroom is even better. New subscriber and liking your content. Keep it up brother.

[@madhatt3rmike]

As someone who is starting from square one again, thank you for the video

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Not a problem brother . Glad you enjoyed and if you ever have any suggestions for video ideas I'm all ears. Glad to see your back in the field.

[@Northcoastwrench]

Spent 10 years in 2 years law enforcement then in July got back in. I totally agree. But I would add wirr cutters and wire strippers. Best bang for the buck and better then snap on, I'd say go Klein. As far as hammers do the 32 oz wilton. Like them almost as much as snap on for a fraction of the price

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I love wilton hammers . I just got an 8 lb one for less than I paid for my 40 ounce snap on hammer . They have a great product and I can't argue that . I don't know what it is but I love my Snap on hammers . Also shame on me, I often forget klien is still around I haven't held a klien tool in my hands in forever .maybe next tool haul video I'll pick some of thier stuff up and put in the box . Thanks for the great comment and thanks for all the support. I hope you have a merry Christmas and happy holiday , stay safe and keep wrenchin

[@felixpeters4953]

Cheap tools are getting better and better these days. Who doesn't want a Snap-on box full of Snap-on tools? I know I do !!! They're just to darn expensive. They really need to cut the cost of these tools. The professional mechanic spends enough money on Snap-on to buy a house.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

The sad thing is your comment is so true . I'm a big supporter in mid tier tools or even buying the tools that the big three are rebranding

[@underlinglabs2948]

I started a job as a hevy equipment mechanic for a mine last February. I had to buy all the tools for the job other then the stuff I had for genral car matanence. This list wasn't exactly what I showed up with on my first day but its supper close. I got Kobalt branded inpacts from Lows because there battery's where the cheapest on the market. I figured they would last for the first year and if i was still doing this i'd upgrade then but they won't die so I just keep buying more Kobalt tools. The one thing i would change on your list for sure is ratcheting wrenches are a must for me.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Hey can't go wrong with kolbalt stuff if it works and keeps working that's a win . I love my ratcheting wrenches however I was thinking basic stuff to do what I need . Me personally if I'm really putting torque on a wrench I don't want to do it on a ratchet wrench . That's more or less why I chose those . Greatly appreciate the comment . Also that has to be awesome working mining equipment

[@lejoshmont2093]

I got a good deal on the ratcheting extra long dual box end wrenches this last harbor freight sale. Certainly scratched my itch for ratcheting wrenches for now.

[@nitrous07me]

I like how you pulled out them HarborFreight chisels because they’re actually pretty good for why they are

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Hey for the price and how long I've had them I really can't argue with that product . Are they the best absolutely not but are they good yes . Appreciate your comment and you watching .

[@BA-pz3lo]

good question

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I thought so as well

[@TrudeauCallsMePapi]

The tip on using the screwdriver properly as a prybar or chisel got me laughing 🤣 merry christmas to you and your family, brother.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I'm glad you enjoyed that some of the tool reps look at me funny when I say stuff like that. Merry Christmas and happy holiday to you and your family as well stay safe and keep wrenchin.

[@devindepriest4366]

Great Video! Thanks for taking the time to make it.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Not a problem glad you enjoyed it and I am happy to put out content .

[@ShawnC8030]

Milwaukee high torque is a monster and i have abused mine for 3 years no issues. Bought the boot for it to protect it and its been worth every penny. Had a snappy and sold it.

[@rob8379]

Hey brother, you're beautiful. 😂 I like how you had no problem plugging Harbor Freight. Skipping the B's and being real. Us shade trees appreciate it.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I appreciate don't feel to.beautiful today but then again tomorrow a new day . Just running my mouth and trying to out the truth

[@coltonjacobs5383]

I really do appreciate these videos, thank you for makin em for us

[@classiclinesautomotive]

As long as all yall enjoy the videos I will be more than happy to keep creating . I procrastinate alot . And this has kind of kicked my ass in gear and gives me a fun creative outlet . Thank you and all of my amazing supporters you guys are absolutely awesome and I greatly appreciate it.

[@taliento73]

26:00 that’s a good idea for repairing the case. I broke my clip on my pressure tester to. I’m going to do that haha

[@classiclinesautomotive]

It's been like that for years now . Couple self tappers and solder wire and it works . I think the snap on rep said he would get me a new case but it works for now.

[@jameswatkins7278]

Snap on will warranty the case

[@alecnichols3700]

Tekton blew my mind with their quality

[@classiclinesautomotive]

That's why I love thier products very affordable and great quality

[@alecnichols3700]

@@classiclinesautomotive I recommend them to everyone for the price they can't be beat

[@lejoshmont2093]

I'm very satisfied with them. They are my go to for sockets. I liked that they offered no skip sets and will sell you individual pieces.

[@richardbates2367]

I have the industrial set of the green Pittsburgh punch and chisel set $13 it was the cheapest option I could find at the time..

[@barrypitts8388]

First time seeing the channel. Really enjoyed it! Keep up the good work and Thanks

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Glad you enjoyed welcome to the channel and I'm always open to video suggestions

[@coreyholthaus7534]

Indeed. We beat the daylights out of mayhew bars at work. We've got the 54 in big stick as well.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I think the big prybar that I have is definitely one of my better investment . That tool is awesome and Mayhew makes a fantastic product.how long have you been using yours for ?

[@coreyholthaus7534]

@Classic Lines Automotive I asked my employer to buy it for us last year. They even paid me for a good idea haha. We process steel coils. I seen 45k # coil drop 11 feet last week. I also keep various lengths around the shop and a 7s rides on my lift just in case I drop something which has never happened lol. The handles are so tough as well.

[@richardbates2367]

I broke one of my dad's old black hard handle snap on screwdrivers trying to remove the front drum brakes hub screws since i tried it with the impact screwdriver and the two bits i could possibly use broke, and i was hitting the screwdriver with a 10lb sledge hammer and had a medium sized pair of vice grip locking curved top jaw pliers latched on the square on the screwdriver under the end of the hard handle,, and the 2 zip ties holding it latched shut at the middle of the end just behind the adjustable bolt but i got the screws out so we could put brake shoes on the 70 Ford F-250 custom trim 360 fe bbf 4spd borg Warner top loader transmission and clean up and replace or repair the hardware and springs that make it functional

[@gregblau8082]

If I had to start over I'd try out some of the new brands. 12 years ago there weren't nearly as many options between harbor freight and snap on as there are now. I bought mostly gear wrench and craftsman back then

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I'm looking to start trying more brands soon so I'll be taking recommendations and making purchases . Trying to get my home tool box sorted out

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Craftsman use to be awesome back in the day now I feel like they have gone down hill . I can't complain to kuch about gearwrench either

[@gregblau8082]

I'm looking for a 1/4" ratchet and thinking about Capri, icon, Carlyle, wera and koken. Snap ons have always been my go to, but it's hard to justify that extra $100 with so many options

[@classiclinesautomotive]

@Greg Blau well I'll be testing the icon out over the next month and giving updates . Tekton is a great company not 100 percent on thier ratchets . I have some gear wrench 84 tooth ratchets I've had for years they're not bad .

[@gregblau8082]

@@classiclinesautomotive I broke an 84 tooth and they sent me one of the new 90s. It's very nice

[@richardbates2367]

I used to have a Jones way set locking vice grip type pliers...

[@johnnyramirez9082]

Solid suggestions thank you

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Your very welcome

[@jmctaggart40]

Great job. The best simple explanation.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Thank you very much .I tried to keep it short and sweet . Didn't work out to well.

[@jmctaggart40]

@@classiclinesautomotive I'm just getting started in my journey.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

@jmctaggart40 right on drop some details and if you have any questions let me know would love to see if I could put my two cents in to give you and any other tech some advice .if not at least try to steer you in the correct direction . Glad you started your journey keep pushing and you will find success

[@CJINW]

Nice video…. I just started outfitting my new shop at work with tools for multiple people to use. I think I just purchased 7 or more items on your list. Will definitely add the HF punch and chisel set. I forgot about that one.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Also check into Mayhew punches they are awesome . My only complaint with the HF punches is they mushroom out quick so they have to be ground down a little after beating the snot out of them .

[@christopheryoung826]

100% recommend mayhem

[@baconsnake6463]

The HF punches are nice because I’m always breaking the 3/32 when I’m popping out aircraft rivet heads, no matter how expensive the punch

[@gabebosch5921]

I enjoy your videos and this is a good reference for new guys who wanna up-the-anti when investing in their career. I would like to see you sit down and talk about why you got into the biz and if you would do it again if you started from square one

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I'm very happy you are enjoying the videos .I would be more than happy to create a video of why got into this industry and if I would do it again. That could definitely be fun . Thabk you for the suggestion and thank you for the support I hope you and your family have a safe and happy Christmas and holidays

[@yeayeasautoadventures1161]

@@classiclinesautomotive maybe do a zoom type video with some of your friends or coworkers,I was a gm dealer tech and I would not recommend anyone getting in this business with no one to mentor them before even applying for a job

[@classiclinesautomotive]

@Yea Yea's auto adventures a zoom thing would be awesome to just b/s and go through a few topic it would definitely give several opinions and different points of view . Now getting in without a mentor , I believe it would be challenging for a new tech coming in but I think it's doable .I think if one actually wanted to try it as a career there is alot of info on line to give some sort of insight ,granted that is nothing close to a real shop environment . I would highly suggest to someone to talk to an independent shop or dealer or where ever thier interest might be and have a conversation with a service manager or shop owner and start at the very bottom sweeping floors and doing the odd jobs around the shop and growing from there . Then also that can bring up does one go to a vocational school or just learn in a shop . This would be a great conversation with a few techs and some beers .

[@yeayeasautoadventures1161]

@@classiclinesautomotive with beers,always with beers lol,when I got into the business,(in my area) you almost had to have a recommendation from someone in the business,or prior work experience, I was literally laughed at by shop foremans before I had "verifiable" work experience, it drove me to get master status in two categories from GM,but as I got older I realized even that didnt mean much, in this business you are only as good as your boss thinks you are,its why most people start their own shop,i could go on for a long time on this subject

[@classiclinesautomotive]

@Yea Yea's auto adventures we might need to link up and get a tools and beers podcast going and just rant and rave and drink .

[@Tippyb97]

Great content. I have everything you mentioned and think its a good starting list for someone starting out or starting over. Id go with a different brand on some things but to each their own. Experiences may vary. I agree about tekton tools though. For the money they are great quality. If im in the shop id choose a pneumatic 1/2 gun, air is free and no charging downtime. Out in the field those cordless are priceless. I prefer the Milwaukee m18 high torque. With two batteries and a charger for around $500. Anyway great video. I always like to see what other mechanics/techs prefer to use.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Thabk you for the great comment and glad you enjoyed . I live my tekton stuff so far . I absolutely agree with experience may vary . Price point will definitely vary for some . Milwaukee definitely makes a solid product, I can't argue that

[@SusiesRepeat]

Koken Z series sockets and ratchets, Stahlwille wrenches,Knipex pliers, Wiha and Wera screwdrivers, Grey pneumatic impact sockets. These are the tools that have I have found to be the best and although not the cheapest have lasted me the longest.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I really want to order some Koren and wera stuff . I've heard nothing but good on both brands and I love Grey pneumatic

[@thepalytoxin3145]

Great video. I actually wrote a list down of "must have tools". Cheers and good luck with Venessa and Michelle meeting the wife via youtube ;-)

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Thanks. I totally appreciate the comment . She already knows about Vanessa, lol.

[@draffa5798]

My nephew wants to be a tech. I shared this video with him. Excellent video

[@classiclinesautomotive]

That's awesome thank you so much I have other videos on my channel that might help him as well. Once again thank you for passing on my channel and thank you for the support have a merry Christmas and wonderful new years.

[@draffa5798]

@@classiclinesautomotive Yes I told him to check out all of your videos. You have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year as well.

[@corysisum2057]

Very nice epic box!

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Greatly appreciate it .I'm very thankful for getting such a great deal and I'm very happy to say with a lot of hardwork over the years I've bought my dream box

[@richardbates2367]

And I used to have the 5 pc large sae craftsman USA made raised panel wrench set $214 im sure harbor freight is a much better less expensive option but I figured at the time I have the complete set of va, and almost a complete set of vv sae and metric except for the metric vv set of raised panel wrenches so that was why I bought them..

[@RunninGunner04]

Personally I’d go with the dewalt high torque as it’s the most powerful 1/2 on the market right now for 300$ or under. The Milwaukee, Matco, and snapon are also good but it depends on which battery line you are in.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

That's not a bad option for the price is that tool battery and charger or bare tool? I've heard mix reviews on the snap on 1/2 but then again I know they just redeveloped one with in the last 6 months so I have no clue on that .

[@RunninGunner04]

@@classiclinesautomotive yeah I’m talking latest models right now, the dewalt comes with a 4ah battery and charger for 300$ on home depot right now, puts out 1200ftlbs I belibe

[@classiclinesautomotive]

@Kaleb Schurter that's not to bad . I might look I to that for the home box to be honest .

[@alcerz984]

This tool munches on impact sockets so buyer beware. use only when needed.

[@RunninGunner04]

@@alcerz984 all of my sockets I can warranty so I don’t care about that

[@aaadamt964]

Matco pry bars are rebranded Mahew. A lot of guys bash those hf chisel set but I love them. I don't have a problem cutting, grinding, whatever on a $1 tool compared to a $150 set. For cheaper hammers I love trusty cook and the Stanley antivibe. The hf dead blow hammers are too soft for mechanic stuff but great for body work and are lifetime.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I've heard a lot of mixed reviews on the trusty Cook products I'm kinda tempted to pick up some of thier stuff . For the price of the HF chisels and punches I can't complain they do what's needed

[@aaadamt964]

@@classiclinesautomotive I've only used the hammers but love them. I bought the tekton branded ones when Meijer clearance them out to switch to stanley.

[@alcerz984]

I actually got the half inch famous tekton ratchet at meijers also when the were getting rid of tekton for 50% off for 15 bucks.

[@chrismyrick1696]

just started back in autobody after 3 years good video bro keep doing em i watched it hek

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Glad that your back in the swing of things . Glad you enjoyed the video . Are you enjoying being back in an autobody shop?

[@chrismyrick1696]

@@classiclinesautomotive yes after not doing it for a while ..

[@classiclinesautomotive]

@Chris Myrick I know I missed turning wrenches have enjoyed it for awhile granted somedays I ask myself why did I come back to it

[@chrismyrick1696]

@@classiclinesautomotive i heard they had cookies man ... idk who told me but they lied

[@clcare5563]

To me the sockets and normal stuff you can cheap out on. I wouldn’t cheap out on things that you abuse. Vise grips that grip well are important. A good tap and die set it essential. Stud removers ect. Beginning out I would also look into the Milwaukee impacts. I personally have a dewalt but I’m not a mechanic I only work on my own crap.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

So for at home stuff I feel like cheaper sockets and wrenches will get you by with out issues . They may even last in a shop being used day to day granted i guess we would have to discuss what our ideas of cheap is , I highly recommend tekton sunex and things of that nature to me those are mid level brands. Definitely agree with a good set of vice grips . A tap.and die set and stud extractor are great suggestions usually every shop I've worked at has had those in shop inventory . Granted I guess that depends on shops as well. We use pretty much all dewalt tools when we go racing . I'm not a huge milwaukee fan but they do have an amazing product line and good tools

[@clcare5563]

@@classiclinesautomotive yeah I definitely mean more mid tier not necessarily harbor freight. I have some gear wrench and some sunex and even some clutch and iron ton impact sockets. Like I said though I’m not in a shop. I never knew that those extraction and tapping tools were owned by the shop. Makes sense though.

[@spawnandbatman6975]

Very good video. I did spend some money on impact wenches for sure. Home depot had a good deal that Milwaukee m18 3/8 mid impact with a 1/2 impact as well that a lot of people in this trade like. It came with those two impact wrenches, 3 batteries and a charger for like $750

[@classiclinesautomotive]

That's not a bad deal at all . Milwaukee does make an awesome product I feel like they have dominated the electric tool game.

[@CPLBSS88]

Liked for the content, subbed for the looks 😂

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Ooh baby now I'm feeling a certain way

[@sshaw7912]

Get the Matco MBRP bolt removal tool kit, Vise Grips, VIM has good tools also, SK if you can find them, Northern Tool has some good stuff also. I tried some HF impact sockets once and they didn't fit the fasteners the way they were supposed to. So I went with Snap On. But I have been buying tools now since 85. I do have the IR impacts like you, and just recently bought a M18 Milwaukee and love it.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Milwaukee does make a great product . I could spend all day in northern tool. I will have to look into that matco set . I need to see about getting a matco guy to swing by

[@BrewCrew_88]

Walmart has made in the USA pry bars.

[@alcerz984]

Icon ratcheting flexhead wrenches are beasts

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I'm definitely impressed with initial unboxing

[@alcerz984]

Your gonna love em.

[@louisg8389]

I would trust you with my vehicle any day. Based solely on the pack of darts and Burger King on the tool box.

[@02jeepwj]

Mayhew makes everyone’s prybars punch sets (tool truck wise) bacho makes the Pwz and the adjustables for SNAP-ON

[@mikeblaszczak5346]

With that being said, it is what it is and what not. What if Coach Tomlin was an auto mechanic?

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Coat the man in grease and grime he would probably body slam people

[@JonesingForTools]

Great video!

[@David13888]

You're beautiful man. Keep up the great videos. merry Christmas

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Totally appreciate that . And merry Christmas to you as well

[@Quickwrench75]

If you like the ct761 you will love the ct861 much more power in reverse

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I'm gonna have to check that one out for sure. Thanks for the input. Hope you have a merry Christmas and great new year as well

[@richardbates2367]

My pocket knife is dirt cheap before I had a Walmart $3 knife for about 3 and a half years til I lost it a magnet on a stick lol and a 1/4 dr 10 mm oem tools satin finish short version of the deep well socket Triton injectors and coil packs lol ,in front of the truck....

[@frankblack5129]

fan of Snap-on but for the L “allen” keys if you need to replace the SO’s try Wera “hex +” style… the fit, finish and durability great and they perform better on damaged and rusty fasteners

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I think I will definitely give those a try . I'm always interested in finding a great tool .thank you for the suggestion.

[@geegolly1004]

Thanks for the info bud!

[@classiclinesautomotive]

No problem my man

[@richardbates2367]

My pocket knife is dirt cheap before I had a Walmart $3 knife for about 3 and a half years til I lost it a magnet on a stick lol and a 1/4 dr 10 mm oem tools satin finish short version of the deep well socket Triton injectors and coil packs lol ,in front of the truck.... My pocket knife is a task force $9 Amazon black with orange emt logo

[@yeayeasautoadventures1161]

1, A tool box Does not make money, pen and tablet to keep track of RO's and time ,those oil filter pliers are 4.99 at HF, those brushes are at dollar tree, def use the snap on picks,the tekton are ok, williams sells/makes the old snap on style screwdrivers(plastic handles) less than $100 for an 8 piece set, a power probe covers alot of bases imho, gearwrench sells a good torque wrench as well just my .02 and Merry Christmas big sexy

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Ooh baby I got the big sexy now I'm all excited . I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas . I thought about putting the power probe on that list . I tend to find my self not using as often as I could but none the less still a fantastic tool. I m proud of the box I have and able to finally buy my dream box but at the end of the sentence your 100 percent correct the box does not make you money . If I had to I could work out of tool bags and buckets to get by .thanks for the great comments always appreciated and stay safe and keep wrenchin

[@yeayeasautoadventures1161]

@@classiclinesautomotive I would if I could but I cant so I dont,my back is killing me right now with temps in the teens, so no wrenching for me, but yes, a power probe is a often unused tool, im pretty sure I cant use one to its full potential,no disrespect to yours or anyones tool box

[@towboatjeff]

I'd go with the hercules impact from harbor freight now that they have the 5 year warranty.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Do you have one and if so how well has it held up.

[@towboatjeff]

@Classic Lines Automotive no I've had the Milwaukee impacts for a while now. But from the different reviews I've seen on the new high torque and the 5 year warranty where you just go to the store and trade it in for a new impact and not have to ship it off I think if I'd buy a new one I'd give the hercules a shot.

[@cpprbusa9470]

You should pry put links in the description so you can make some money when people buy them. Thanks for the tips in the video!

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I have thought about that . I may sign up for the Amazon thing . I just don't want to be pushy and be a salesmen but would like to see people buy quality tools

[@cpprbusa9470]

@@classiclinesautomotive most times for me if there is a link it makes it easier to find the tool your talking about. Might as well make some money off people buying thru your link, it’s not like it even costs extra.

[@antilaw9911]

Your right it's nice to have luxury tools. But I hate thought getting my expensive tools all dirty. I have 4 new snap on ratchets and they just sit in my tool chest looking pretty. Waste of money. I have Gearwrench, Icon, die hard, Carlyle and a nice big case channellock ratchet and socket set for my carry when go to salvage yards or wrenching on dirty shit. I use my nice tools for clean engine assembly my drag engines. Good cheap tools are best!

[@richardbates2367]

Believe it or not i also prefer the dead blow ball a peen snap on hammers and their handle and snap on over molding it is a great grip when you have wet or sweaty hands from work on cars and draining fluids to get it torn down so you can repair the vehicle and the 8-16 oz hammer i have and my estwing engineering or crack hammer i refer as my mini sledge are for beating apart the front suspension doing ball joints lol....

[@shepherdsfleetservicesllc8147]

Good video. I don't know what I would got different.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Thanks you very much . I just went drawer by drawer trying to decide what I thought I used most or what's more important

[@shepherdsfleetservicesllc8147]

@@classiclinesautomotive about all could do.

[@pretzelhugs3751]

As far as picks and screwdrivers go, milwaukee makes good quality ones for a good price, they also make screwdrivers with strike caps, and a bonus for anyone from Canada, buy Maximum tools from Canadian Tire (except their screwdrivers), lifetime warranty no receipt needed and good quality with sales happening all the time, I still regret buying some things off the tool trucks when I could have just went there

[@classiclinesautomotive]

How do you like the milwaukee screw drivers .I've never played with them . I also have tool truck regrets . Mainly buying stuff from matco when I can find the same products on amazon.

[@pretzelhugs3751]

@@classiclinesautomotive matco is my biggest regret, I like the milwaukee picks because they have a groove on them which helps when they are covered in oil, for the price of the screwdrivers I think it's 100% worth it, they've lasted a long time

[@richardbates2367]

I have a backprobing tip adapter kit from Astro ai with my multi meter

[@richardbates2367]

I have the Pittsburgh industrial punch and chisel set of green lol $13.49 i can't replace the usa, craftsman,or Stanley ones for that and I don't even know if you can find companion chisels and their drift punches anymore.... and I have the Pittsburgh 1/2 sae and metric impact sockets but they skip sizes true but they are cheap!!

[@michaelchalender6978]

Very informative

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Thank you

[@xXFirstHandGamerMatt]

Great video buddy

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I greatly sppreciate that.

[@scod3908]

Those Bluepoint socket sets are sold under the Bahco brand for a reasonable price The latest one I bought doesn't seem as good quality though, they may be produced in China instead of Taiwan now

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Definitely good information on this thank you very much . I'll have to look into this now . I'm curious if it's Taiwan or china

[@scod3908]

@@classiclinesautomotive just had a look, of the most recent sets I got the 1/4" & 1/2" set has different style sockets to the 3/8" set, so not sure if thats a transitional thing or some sets made in different places There's a lot of Bahco branded stuff that appears identical to the bluepoint stuff

[@richardbates2367]

Couldn't find the husky brand extension set so I have the craftsman china made 20 pc extension set, and now a DeWalt tough stack socket accessory spark plugs service set, and the pry bar set i ended up with Titan tools $13 on Amazon yellow hard handle, and my actron sunpro and craftsman multimeter are permanently borrow feals so....i have a mk 4 astro ai multi meter with backlit function $21 Amazon

[@lucassutton5539]

Thanks bud, happy holidays

[@classiclinesautomotive]

No problem enjoyed making the video .happy holiday and I hope I was on topic as far as what you asked.

[@lucassutton5539]

@@classiclinesautomotive yeah man this was greatly appreciated just what I needed to know moving forward and building my tool collection for working with everyday

[@classiclinesautomotive]

@lucas sutton I'm always open to suggestions so what ever questions you have by all means throw them out there . I had a ton of fun with the last video .

[@spacecat7247]

Great videoa long format works. you had a lot of information to impart. I would say I could agree with 99% of what you said. A good multimeter will handle the predominance of the business, electrically. It's so hard to make a list honestly because we're constantly running into things that we throw into our boxes and sooner or later the box is so damn heavy you can barely move it LOL. No I'm not saying that makes me sad but I've got four carry boxes in my pickup alone! At home I've got an old KR 557 stack at 7 ft tall and then I've got a krl661 with a madco top 1444 which is near its mirror. When you're really into it hardcore storage space is a continual growth issue. Great video thank you. Hopefully you have a good Christmas with family and I had to laugh when you named your Impact Guns. you might not want to let your woman see this video. That's funny you said she doesn't know about your Channel haha. What was that song about if you like pina coladas? Lol all right brother I'll be around stay safe

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I'm very glad you enjoyed this video .As far as naming the impact guns . I have a buddy he was in the next bay over from me , he had all milwaukee tools which no complaint on that but he would start talking that b/s about ingersoll so I picked up my impact and would start hitting the trigger and saying oh really he's a what oh that's not nice .....my buddy would get pissed so he would start copying me naming his tools. Totally get the Pina colada reference. The wife actually wants me to start doing the youtube thing doing how to videos working on stuff . I usually tell her I'll get around to it. Dude it's a never ending thing with tool storage with the industry always changing needing to new tools coming across new jobs and needing new tools I've finally got the wife to understand it's an uphill battle .I still need to fill up the home tool box lol. I really appreciate all your feedback throughout the start of this channel and absolute enjoying reading what you post thank you for all the support I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas. Stay safe brother and keep wrenchin

[@spacecat7247]

@@classiclinesautomotive haha yeah you got to give your buddy some hell sometimes. And yeah, as the jobs arrive ,so do the tools. you'll win her over, I guarantee it . I always enjoy buying stuff, I never see it as a drag. Maybe just a drag on my personal economy LOL. And it's obvious from day one, you feel the same, which is cool! I always get kind of miffed at people that bitch and moan about buying tools and always want to borrow yours and I don't know it's just frustrating. Anyhow enjoy your time with family my friend and just let the channel evolve as it will. As you're moving along, there will always be that path forward and it will be natural! I always enjoy our conversations brother, you be good and be safe and I'll be around, I promise! Oh and the power tools I've always loved my Ingersoll Rand stuff. I guess for some reason their battery powered stuff has kind of slipped by my eye. I guess it's just a matter of the outlets around here. Anyhow.....wrench on sir!

[@classiclinesautomotive]

@SpaceCat72 greatly appreciate it and the channel will flow in the way it does and it will become its own thing I hope . Very happy with the growth so far and even happier for the amazing support and all yall that keep supporting me . Always love giving him hell he's an amazing dude and highly recommend checking out" broke and poor trading co" he has an awesome outlook on things and anything he puts his mind to he just does it . Glad to have you here on the channel and I'm looking forward to putting out new content keep wrenching brother and merry christmas

[@MarzNet256]

Awesome video!

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Thank you very much I appreciate it

[@tonycroteau9264]

Great video keep it going 👍

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Totally appreciate it thank you for the comments .

[@richardbates2367]

I still want to try the Milwaukee max bite sae and or metric combination wrench sets but it is almost twice as i paid for my tekton sets so yeah I have a set of teeth type anti grip slip snap on flank drive ish wrench set Pittsburgh long pattern v groove wrench sets .. $25 both

[@fuguestatedl43]

When you do the ratchet test I'd love to see you try the same Icon 1/2 that I bought. I'll get ya a part number later but it's worked well for me and was only about $60.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I might just buy the half inch just to have and maybe beat on .definitely get me the part number .

[@dillanbro7796]

For multimeters the fluke 101 is the best bag for buck to be honest

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Not a bad price would be great for the home box

[@dougtilaran3496]

If I started over I'd look to buy from mechanics that had so little work they make youtube vids ! It's friday. The truck show for the weekly payment yet ? ;-)

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Yeah unfortunately I had to give him the special weekly payment if you know what I mean.

[@ZeroHorsePower]

Great list 👌🏼

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Greatly appreciate it and thank you for the support.

[@richardbates2367]

My everyday carry flashlight is 65 lumens quantum two aaa batteries $9

[@1stfloorguy59]

I stoped being brand loyal. If I break it I buy better. If it will save me time I will buy better. If I just want it I probably don't need it.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I can understand that I try to research new products that may be decent and purchase based on need when I do need a new tool . I love snap on tools but I also love sub tier tools as well

[@musahawkins8765]

Like the channel bro keep it up

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Greatly appreciate it brother.

[@chadclark2070]

Great content

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Thabk you very much . I'm always open for content ideas . If you have a topic you would want to discuss by all means drop it in a comment .

[@shaughnmay7501]

You’re fucking hilarious my guy😂

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I'm glad you enjoy

[@chrismyrick1696]

no you was right homie hobo freight is how you say it

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I appreciate that my man .

[@towboatjeff]

Buy the bahco instead of the pwz cause bahco makes the pwz. I've got a monster branded Swedish pipe wrench like those that's made by knipex and its a killer tool too.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I've seen the knives versions and wouldnt.mind snagging one . For the roll cart . I've seen the bahco ones on Amazon after I bought the pwzs

[@VRCM_Skywarn_XUSA]

What he meant, by starting over. But couldn't say it - Wife & KZbin policy. ============================= 1. Wife sold everything out from underneath ya, while you were in the slammer. 2. Government seizures, of various sorts. 3. Meth head neighbors and their illegal friends stole the rest. See 1 & 2 4. Then a tornado/flood/fire/blizzard, hit the shop. If you're fortunate enough to have that left after the foreclosure or forced estate sale....and/or burglary. 5. You spent two years losing your mind and now your sorta sane and...dont wanna take anyone to their local graveyard. But still might consider it, if the right situations present themselves, ex- wife included... But we're willing to give everyone on the planet another chance, cause were still holding out some of the population might be decent. Because were, decent. - PS ... Men, go to work. Women, children & thieves, start over. Being respectful, means being honest. And theirs no such thing, as honor among thieves.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Hell the first part of your list seems fun compared to my restarts . Knee reconstruction restart was boring a lot of physical therapy and 4 months on crutches and another 6 months in therapy . Isn't to exciting in my eyes . Being stagnet will sure mess with mental hygiene that's for sure . Thanks for the comment man .

[@VRCM_Skywarn_XUSA]

@@classiclinesautomotive The most common causes, I have witnessed first hand of fellow bretheren starting over. I keep seeing alot of people, getting reconstructive surgery? Or Artifical body mods....

[@classiclinesautomotive]

@VRCM Skywarn - Dr. Glenn Munro I find a good book . Hitting the gym when I get a chance or just sitting in silence really helps clear the mind and find my center to be refreshed for the next day . Every days some sort of battle but forward momentum and not being broke is definitely a great motivator. .

[@notme6071]

Great video ya big beautiful bastard.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I appreciate that and you know how to make a man blush .

[@thorpeax]

Funny guy 😂

[@AGjunior85]

You should do affiliate links.

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I'm signed up through Amazon I just need to go through the channel and retype everything up . I greatly appreciate the suggestion

[@chryslertechnician3439]

Stream lights 💯💯

[@classiclinesautomotive]

Just don't lose them ... worst feeling ever. They ain't cheap lol my wife looks at me in disgust when I tell her I lost a 200 dollar flash light and had to buy another one .

[@chryslertechnician3439]

@@classiclinesautomotive I’m on my 5th stream light stinger, and I carry one of the small pocket ones too but I loose it monthly Hahaha it’s painful

[@classiclinesautomotive]

@Chrysler technician when I told the wife I had to buy a new one and it was purple she was not amused . I told her the price kinda bragging on my screw up she was definitely not amused . Now the purple one stays at home for some reason .....probably should put it back in the roll cart or maybe an excuse to buy another one .

[@danielriddell6418]

The blue point cases have a lifetime warranty

[@classiclinesautomotive]

I've heard that as well