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tool kit
Looking to put together a basic tool kit for an '04 coupe. Seeking information from all the experienced shade tree types on the forum as to what you use the most often. Thanks.
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I have a small tool box that I keep in the center compartment of my coupe. It contains a number of sockets, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers and some torx bits. May not ever use all the tools that are in there, but nice to know that if I need something, it will be there.
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I keep one of those 10-way screwdrivers, a pair of pliers, some electrical tape, a small roll of racer's tape (duct tape), a pair of Mechanix Wear gloves, along with a good flashlight and my tire repair stuff (compressor, repair kit - I run non-runflats) and my jacking pucks in the right rear compartment. 
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I bought the Craftmans set that costs ~$150 (on sale - metric & standard), 4 in 1 screwdriver, Torx bit socket set (from Home Depot), pliers, vice grips, trouble light, fuses, tape, extra belt. For anything else, call AAA. I put it all in a small canvas zippered bag (from a tool bin for $4.50) that fits nicely into the storage compartment & out of the way. Also, a cheap emergency road kit (has jumper cables, flares, etc.) I pack when we go on a trip.
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Thaks for the input guys. Any particular size Torx bits or just a range of sizes? Same question regarding socket/comination wrenches. Instead of a full set,are there a couple specific sizes needed by the car?
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I drove to Ontario and back from CT (1244 miles) with just my cellphone, credit card and stock runflats. Paid for all options on AAA so that's my breakdown kit.
Your mileage may vary
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Your mileage may vary
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Originally Posted by EnglandGreen
I drove to Ontario and back from CT (1244 miles) with just my cellphone, credit card and stock runflats. Paid for all options on AAA so that's my breakdown kit.
Your mileage may vary
EG
Your mileage may vary
EG
Add to that a pair of sunglasses, map and a towel.
