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[X35]

Hey, there is no 24 thingy there for oil filter

True, however, they designed the kit for repairs on the road/trail. They figured you changed your oil thingy before you left but did supply an adjustable wrench for the hacks that didn’t

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[R3TRO]

Expensive but I just picked one up to keep in the back

https://www.amazon.com/Mopar-Jeep-Pieces-68640356AA-JP0002/dp/B0CL5KB6FQ

Never knew this existed, nice! It's $379 at Extreme Terrain.

 

[roaniecowpony]

I'm also a big Tekton fan. I have some SnapOn and Matco SAE sizes of sockets and wrenches. But almost all of my metric is Tekton. I have a mix of torque wrenches from Proto, Tekton, Craftsman and some other high quality dial Torque wrench makers for light duty.

I'd recommend you pick a brand of the ratchets and end wrenches and try to stick to one or two brands. When selecting a brand of ratchet, pay attention to the torque rating, the number of teeth, the head size, handle length and the feel. For example, more teeth make it easy to move back only a little to get another click. In tight spots, it matters. You might want a long handle 3/8" ratchet to give you some extra leverage and you might want it to hinge. But you still want a standard ratchet and maybe a little mini ratchet. I have a Tekton small frame 3/8" drive ratchet built on their 1/4" drive ratchet frame. I use it more than any other ratchet. You can feel the quality of a ratchet by using it in tight spaces and handling it.

There's a lot of good tools out there. Check out the Torque Channel on YouTube. I'd avoid that Jeep tool kit. Just put the same tools together (and more) from a trusted maker. Don't forget a code reader and clear device and a multimeter. This isn't a CJ.

 

[Gangplank]

Expensive but I just picked one up to keep in the back

https://www.amazon.com/Mopar-Jeep-Pieces-68640356AA-JP0002/dp/B0CL5KB6FQ

I have the same kit except it’s the other color. Bought it on sale with an eBay coupon. There are 2 versions Mopar 68640356AA or
82219119AD (Rubicon 20th Anniversary.). It’s not cheap but most of the tools are good quality.

Looks like it’s on Extreme Terrain for $380.

 

[TravelerTheJLU]

Wow, it is Mopar for Jeep But so expensive

The mopar kit came with my jeep don’t get me wrong it’s sick as hell, but I would not pay 400+ for it. The tools are good quality and it is a good starting place but it does have a lot of “gaps”. For me I have and would probably spend an extra 100-150 over the mopar kit.

 

[X35]

I agree that the Jeep tool kit is not the best if you’re starting out with limited or no tools. I bought mine to keep in the floor storage cubby so I always have a half decent set of tools wherever I am.

 

[Jeep Junkie]

Guys, for $140 that's a lot of thingies. No?

 

[Gangplank]

Guys, for $140 that's a lot of thingies. No?

For a few more dollars you can get a good mechanics tool set at Home Depot or Lowes.


Husky
Mechanics Tool Set (194-Piece
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-Mechanics-Tool-Set-194-Piece-H194MTS/310561901

VERSASTACK 262 -Piece Metric and standard (SAE) Mechanics Tool Set with Hard Case https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-VERSASTACK-Mechanics-Tool-Set/5014463547

 

[roaniecowpony]

Guys, for $140 that's a lot of thingies. No?

JJ, Do some research on brands. Pick the brand you will live and die with and then shop price. Recommendations by members and the Torque Test Channel #1 Ratcheting Wrench? ICON vs Snap-On, MAC, Gearwrench, Tekton & More

If you must buy Harbor Fright tools, skip the Pittsburg line and get the Icon line. Big difference.

 

[Pape]

JJ, Do some research on brands. Pick the brand you will live and die with and then shop price. Recommendations by members and the Torque Test Channel #1 Ratcheting Wrench? ICON vs Snap-On, MAC, Gearwrench, Tekton & More

If you must buy Harbor Fright tools, skip the Pittsburg line and get the Icon line. Big difference.

Yup cannot talk tools without going to the TTC

 

[Thrillhouse74]

They guys at Dirt Road Cred built out the mopar kit at Harbor Freight and saved a shit ton of money

 

[Gangplank]

They guys at Dirt Road Cred built out the mopar kit at Harbor Freight and saved a shit ton of money

No not really. I have the Jeep branded kit. Before buying I saw their video and went to HF. Only way to do it is the Pittsburgh low end stuff. It’s no where near the same quality.

If I were to do it over again I’d just get a Mechanics Toolset - Dewalt, Craftsman, Husky or Kobalt are all good tool kits. Make sure it has what you need and some. It’s good to have both SAE and Meteic once you start putting on aftermarket parts that come in a mixture.

 

[Jeep Junkie]

JJ, Do some research on brands. Pick the brand you will live and die with and then shop price. Recommendations by members and the Torque Test Channel #1 Ratcheting Wrench? ICON vs Snap-On, MAC, Gearwrench, Tekton & More

If you must buy Harbor Fright tools, skip the Pittsburg line and get the Icon line. Big difference.

Thanks. Watching it right now

 

[roaniecowpony]

Thanks. Watching it right now

 

[rickinAZ]

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