Automotive / Mechanics Tools
Mechanics Tool Sets and Automotive Shop Tools
For automotive work, the core of this collection is its mechanics tool sets. DeWALT sets run from a 49-piece set and a 50-piece 1/4-inch drive set to 108, 142, 192, and 341 piece sets. Stanley offers a 173-piece set and Milwaukee a 191-piece set. Other shop picks include Milwaukee AIR-TIP automotive vacuum kits, the Makita DC18SE automotive charger, Irwin left-hand cobalt drill bits for broken bolts, and Wiha flush cutters.
What to Look For
- Drive sizes. 1/4 inch for small fasteners and interior work, 3/8 inch for most engine bay jobs. Many sets include both.
- Metric and SAE. Modern vehicles are mostly metric. Large sets usually cover both standards.
- Set size. A 50-piece set covers basics. 150 to 341 piece sets add wrenches, deep sockets, and bit drivers.
- Cleanup. AIR-TIP automotive tools reach seats, vents, and footwells with a shop vacuum.
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Automotive / Mechanics Tools FAQ
What size mechanics tool set should I start with?
For basic maintenance, a 1/4 and 3/8 inch drive set with metric and SAE sockets, like the DeWALT DWMT73801 108-piece set, covers most jobs. For a full shop, step up to a 192 or 341 piece set with more wrenches and deep sockets.
What are left-hand drill bits used for?
They cut in reverse, so they can catch and back out a broken bolt while drilling it. The Irwin 30520 is a 5-piece mechanics length cobalt set.