Items that I’ll most likely need in my garage

As I’m digging through the site, I have items that I’ll most likely need to get to build the roadster in my garage.  The FFR MKIV platform has such a rich following, you learn something new every day!  I’ll most likely be updating this page regularly as I find more items.  But to start, I downloaded the MKIV manual, and here’s the parts list in the build manual!

• Storage shelves for kit and running gear parts – I should be ok here!
• Body storage area (can be outside) – need to figure this part out!
• SAE and metric socket set, a 52-piece set that includes an 18mm is a good choice, deep sockets for some common sizes are helpful.

I have this Craftsman 254 PC Mechanics Tool Set with 75 Tooth Ratchet

Product features:

• Set includes: 134 sockets (1/4″, 3/8″ and 1/2″); spark plug socket; 10″ ignition wrenches; magnetic holder; 38 screwdriver bit set 12 nut driver bits; 40 hex keys; 3 quick release 75-tooth ratchets (1/4″, 3/8″ and 1/2″); 4 extension bars and 12 ratcheting wrenches Quick release ratchets let you switch out sockets without effort SAE Combination wrench set (3/8”– 15/16”)

With my kit above I have most, but will need a 11/16, 13/16, and 15/16th

• CRAFTSMAN Ratcheting Wrench, SAE, 11/16-Inch, 72-Tooth, 12-Point (CMMT42566) $22 
• DEWALT DWMT75235OSP Ratcheting Comb Wrench 13/16in SAE $17 
• DEWALT DWMT75238OSP Ratcheting Comb Wrench 15/16in SAE$20 
• Metric combination wrench set (10mm – 18mm)
• Craftsman 9-3109 12-Piece Metric Universal Wrench Set 8mm-19mm $70
• Full set of standard and Phillips head screwdrivers – I have a bunch, but this is a complete set and has magnetic tips!!!
• GEARWRENCH 80066 20 Piece Master Dual Material Screwdriver Set$80 
• Standard Hex key set – my kit above comes with 40 hex keys, both SAE and METRIC 
• Long nose pliers, 4.5”
• Knipex 2611200 Long Nose Pliers with Cutter, 8 Inch $21 
• Snap ring pliers
• Knipex 4821J11 Internal Angled Precision Retaining Ring Pliers 5.2-Inch $20 
• Pop rivet tool with 1/8” and 3/16” heads
• Astro Pneumatic Tool PR14 Air Riveter – 3/32″, 1/8″, 5/32″, 3/16″ and 1/4″ Capacity  $85 
• and ABN 1/4″ Inch NPT 360 Degree Swivel Connector with Adjustable Tension Control to Stop Leaks – For Any Air Tool for ease of use  $9 
• Drill already have Ryobi P208 One+ 18V Lithium Ion Drill/Driver with 1/2 Inch Keyless Chuck $30with a few Ryobi P108 4AH One+ High Capacity Lithium Ion Batteries $70/ea 
• Drill bits (3/32”, ⅛”, 9/64”, 3/16”, 7/32”, 5/16”, 7/16”, ½”)
• Drill America 29 Piece Heavy Duty High Speed Steel Drill Bit Set with Black and Gold Finish in Round Case (1/16″ – 1/2″ x 64ths)  $62 
• Driver bit set
• Craftsman Ultimate Screwdriver Bit Set – 208 pcs Power Tools Box Case $29 
• Caulk gun
• Dripless Inc. ETS2000 Ergo Composite Caulk Gun $13 yeah yeah, it’s a caulking gun – but with over 300 positive reviews, I may need to ditch my $3.99 HD one
• 24 oz. Plastic Dead Blow hammer
• TEKTON 30704 Dead Blow Hammer, 24-Ounce $16 
• Razor/Utility knife
• HDX 3 Pack of 60037 3-Position Retractable Utility Knives w/ Replaceable, Reversible Blades  $12 
• Wire stripper/crimping tool
• tons of wire stripping without pulling my arm out 🙂 Knoweasy Automatic Wire Stripper and Cutter,Heavy Duty Wire Stripping Tool  $13 
• IRWIN VISE-GRIP Wire Stripping Tool / Wire Cutter, 8-Inch (2078309) $14 
• ⅞”, 1¼” and 2¼” hole saws (Body cut outs)
• BoreTech 9 Piece M42 High Speed Steel (HSS) All Purpose Professional/DIY-Pro Hole Saw Kit  $40 
• Bench top vise
• Yost LV-4 Home Vise 4-1/2″ $24 
• Tape measure or straight edge ruler/T-square
• Stanley Tools 33-725 25-Feet FatMax Tape Measure $20 
• 24 Inch Stainless Steel Metal Ruler- 24 Inch High Grade Flexible Stainless Steel Ruler with Non Slip Cork Base for Excellent Precision and Accuracy  $18 
• Hydraulic floor jack
• 3000 Lb Aluminum Racing Car Auto Floor Jack Low Profile Rapid Pump Lift$111 
• Work Bench or 2 Saw horses with 4’x 8’ ¾” Plywood Top
• I have a smallish workbench, so maybe a few saw horses will help… 
• WORX Clamping Sawhorse Pair with Bar Clamps, Built-in Shelf and Cord Hooks – WX065 $59 
• Engine hoist – do I really need one?  I know most guys pre-fit, then install – seems like $350 for 2x use?
• Goplus 2 TON Engine Hoist Stand Cherry Picker Ship Crane Folding Lift (Red) $260
• 6’ 5/16” chain (to lift engine) Torin Big Red Engine Hoist / Shop Crane Accessory: Steel Engine Leveler, 3/4 Ton (1,500 lb) Capacity  $47
• Performance Tool W41032 1/2 Ton (1,000 lbs.) Capacity 34″ Engine Lift Chain $14 
• 4 Jack stands
• 2x AmazonBasics Steel Jack Auto Stands, 3 Ton Capacity, 1 Pair $60 
• plus – when the tires are on, these rollers really help moving the vehicle around the garage… 
• Pentagon Tools 5060 Tire Skates 4 Tire Wheel Car Dolly Ball Bearings Skate Makes Moving A Car Easy, 12″ (Pack of 4) $118 
• Hack saw (metal blade)
• Klein Hacksaw and Reciprocating Blades $25 
• ¼” & 5/16” Fuel/brake line bender (hand held) 
• Everyone says get the Eastwood one Eastwood Professional Brake Line Tubing Flaring Tool 45-Degree Single Double and Bubble Brake Flares  $230  maybe borrow one? 🙂 
• Jig saw (Body cut outs) – not needed, I’ll be ordering my MKIV with cutouts already…
• Torque wrench (Click style, ⅜” drive) what range? is needed here? 
• Eye protection
• Dewalt DPG55-11C Clear Anti-Fog Protective Safety Glasses with Dual-Injected Rubber Frame and Temples $7 
• Gloves: Seriously – save your knuckles!  Mechanix Wear 185185 Slip-On Elastic-Cuff Mechanic’s Glove Fast Fit Gloves $16 
• MedPride Powder-Free Nitrile Exam Gloves, Large, Box/100 Box of 100 $10 
• The thing between your ears PRICELESS!