How To Buy Mechanic Tools! PT3 #shorts

Whether you are building a DIYer tool kit, a mechanic tool kit, or just looking for some basic tools to have for working on cars, finding what's right for you can be tough. Snap On makes some of the best tools you can buy, Harbor Freight makes some of the cheapest tools. So here is what $500 can buy with Snap On VS $500 Harbor Freight.

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[RoughShodRod]

My mechanic mentor is now a Mac Tools truck owner. He taught me a similar lesson and preaches the same to young bucks that jump on his truck. He's still very successful without preying on folks.

[Drago]

If you want a tool, buy a cheap version first to see whether you will actually use it enough. Most of the cheap shit as far as non specialty hand tools goes will be just as good as snap on. And if you do break something, move up to midranged. Only thing you dont get the cheap version of is saws, drills, impacts, etc. Get a midranged to start with.

[HawkeyeMobileAutoRepair]

Don't forget! A tire changer/balancer is 5, 000, a scissor lift 3, 000, and both can be installed on the regular 4" concrete you probably have in your house garage. Under the price of may of the snappy tool boxes, and much more value, as well as back savings. Spend smarter, not more!

[brendenshea]

Yes I agree anything over 10k in debt with brand tools is way to much for the average mechanic to have a debt in tools but two thing one if you make your payments on time it builds the shit out of your credit score and two your tools are assets and will always be life time warranty no questions asked and will always hold value if you decide to leave the profession

[cooperfrancone]

I've made most of my collection through buying tools only when I need them, wherever they sell it near me. Now I've got more than I know, and I don't care what brand or anything they are.

[ill]

i always gave the same advice to new comers. hopefully this way it reaches more upcoming techs

[ImI]

Yup you don't always need the most expensive tools to get the job done

[jessicajohnson]

Harbor freight is a very good store, my garage is full of tools.

[erichuie]

For my personal vehicles, Harbor Freight is all I need. With some Lowes and AutoZone tools sprinkled in there

[williamapodaca]

Buy mid tier, if they get used so much you break em, buy top tier. Easiest way to not go into debt buying tools. Also stay off the damn truck

[TheMlvswoll]

Know your needs. If you’re a DIY for your own cars you aren’t doing the volume of work or stress that a full time tech is putting in their tools. If you’re doing a precision engine build invest in better more precise tools. But like Charles said don’t break the bank or go in debt for tools for a brake job and oil change.

[PatricioGarcia]

the thing I see with some new mechanics, they want to show off and buy the 10k snap on box and fill it with everything, and some tools they might use once or twice a year.

[kapafrank]

Do the beginner mechinc tutorial in waiting for it!!!

[r.e.l.crafts]

Hhahaha i have some tools in my car and i do it all … if something is missing i go and buy one

[RGV]

Do you ever feel pushed to spend money on tools when the truck arrive?

[TheRebuilt]

I bought used quality Mac, Snap-On, Craftsman and Cornwell than the cheap made in China junk. You can till have good tools without going into debit. Just be smart.

[karrpilot]

I always bought what was on sale, and what i actually needed. As well as what i could pay off asap.

Sears was my go to. Before they went Chinese and then under. Wright is another good brand. SK fair.

Although now i buy some tools online. I just don't like the hassles with warranty return issues with my online purchases.

[HouseCallAutoRepair]

The ONLY SNAP ON hand tools that I own.... I FOUND! (NEVER bought a Snap-On, MAC, or Matco, hand tool in my life... ONLY my used Verus Pro)
Craftsman has ALWAYS done right by me, and I only go to HF when I have to.