DIY Wrenchers Unite!

[elbert]

I use these mini bolt cutters to cut off the Oetiker clamps.
I've used them enough that I'll get in a Knipex one when these wear out.

https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-8-Inch-Mini-Cutter-3386/dp/B000NQ4OYO/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=tekton+cutter&qid=1610548445&sr=8-1

[eacmen]

VIM Tools Stubby Bit Set.

This set has saved me a few times in tight quarters and worth every penny. The ratcheting wrench has taken its fair amount of abuse and hasn’t broken yet. I use it when doing rear calipers with the brass guides as normal bits don’t fit.

https://www.vimtools.com/Flyers/VHC77%20Set.pdf

[FBloggs]

One of my special tools.
I should edit to say that this E30 M3 wheel is my front wheel bearing puller

[Radekxpl]

Use this to remove any plastic trim push pins makes job breeze.


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[Good]

Please don't judge! But one of my favorites is a Harbor Freight product and it will NOT snap!

I managed to removed my rear two diff bolts with this ratchet.






https://www.harborfreight.com/t-bar-...het-98484.html

[jareds941]

Please don't judge! But one of my favorites is a Harbor Freight product and it will NOT snap!

I managed to removed my rear two diff bolts with this ratchet.






https://www.harborfreight.com/t-bar-...het-98484.html

This also is the magic tool for getting the starter bolts out as well!

[FBloggs]

I am hoping that this little puller will save me from having to dremel the inner front bearing race.
For future front bearing Jobs. From sears on line.

[elbert]

I am hoping that this little puller will save me from having to dremel the inner front bearing race.
For future front bearing Jobs

I heard that specific puller should help.
Did you try removing the front dust shield? It might give you better access.

[FBloggs]

I'm also hoping that the jaws will slide in behind the race and not damage the dust shield.
I have a small pry bar that has a compact foot which will fit, but I have to dremel.
It would be a time saver if this tool does not warm the inner shield. (No biggie to replace, but another step/ part to buy.)

[mrgizmo04]

I am hoping that this little puller will save me from having to dremel the inner front bearing race.
For future front bearing Jobs. From sears on line.

I used this one, while it's a bit flimsy, it worked really well:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071SFBRJK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_QE7R05R0JAV9DA92519G?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

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[FBloggs]

That looks good. Compact hooks w/o the heel.

[ZHPizza]

Use this to remove any plastic trim push pins makes job breeze.


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+1 love these things

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0722L727X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_5H83A7WQ6DN05EJJ8V99?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

[heinzboehmer]

Had a chance to use one of my favorite "special tools" recently. Hair tie + two pieces of string + two combination wrenches = peace of mind when disconnecting the VANOS splined shafts.



I put the hair tie around my wrist and use the wrenches like normal. In case one of them slips out of my hand (highly possible since everything is oily), the string will catch it and won't let it fall into the engine.

[eacmen]

Had a chance to use one of my favorite "special tools" recently. Hair tie + two pieces of string + two combination wrenches = peace of mind when disconnecting the VANOS splined shafts.



I put the hair tie around my wrist and use the wrenches like normal. In case one of them slips out of my hand (highly possible since everything is oily), the string will catch it and won't let it fall into the engine.

Hah! I rigged up something very similar ...

basically just a long string and tied it to the hood!

[elbert]

In case any of you are looking to buy a Milwaukee impact wrench, specifically the 2767-20, note there are two versions out there: H96A and H96B.
The B version came out in August 2022, and there are a ton of problems with them. So much so, you can now send in a B and get it replaced with A.

Watch Torque Test Channel (IMO by and far the best tool testing channel):
Milwaukee Quietly Put Out a New 1/2" High Torque & People are Pissed
Milwaukee's response