Items that I’ll most likely need in my garage

Here are items that I’ll most likely need in my garage for the Factory Five MKIV build. I’ll update this list as I learn more.

Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub.

Items that Ill most: Starting from the MKIV manual

As I’m digging through the site, I keep finding tools and gear for the roadster garage. The FFR MKIV platform has a rich following. Therefore you learn something new every day!

Also, I’ll most likely update this page regularly as I find more items. First, I downloaded the MKIV manual. Then I pulled the parts list from the build manual!

Storage and a solid socket set

• 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

Craftsman kit product features

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 sizes. However, I’ll still need an 11/16, 13/16, and 15/16th.

Wrenches and sockets to fill gaps

• 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

Screwdrivers, hex keys, and pliers

• 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 

Riveter, drill, and bits

• 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 

Shop basics: caulk, hammers, knives, wire tools

• 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 

Hole saws, vise, and measuring

• 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 

Jack, stands, and moving the car

• 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 

Cutting, flaring, safety, and brains

• 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!