freek21

Hey Guys,

I am wondering what you all might suggest for a tool set for somebody brand new. Will most places require me to have my own tools and such or will they provide?

Thanks gang

loudlemans

huh????

Killer_klown187

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maybe you should find that out from your new employer?

freek21

Maybe I should rephrase here:

1) Is it standard for Installers to have their own tools?
2) What does a basic tool kit include for a novice installer?

Killer_klown187 I am not yet employed by a shop and am simply posing the question. What is your experience with the above?

Killer_klown187

iTrader: (20)

ohhh thats a lil clearer,
Tools I use, is a generic Mastercraft set, and a puller I bought from Princess auto for door skins.

freek21

WOW seriously? I had anticipated a longer list. ha ha

What about shops though? Can I expect them to provide other tools?

Killer_klown187

iTrader: (20)

maybe some saws, drills, various bits, ford stereo removal tools(coat hangers), lets seee, and a crapload of screwdrivers with various lengths.

freek21

ok now i am confused, that string of tools could go for both my comments...

Can I assume this is what the shop should have?

RomanticMoments

For a novice installer, I'll start with a set of basic screw drivers, a drill, wire strippers, wire crimpers, soldering iron, a couple different sizes of pliers, door crank tool, "panel popper", small set of picks, and a coat hanger. You can generally get done what you need to get done with those tools.

RomanticMoments

I have yet to find a shop that provides hand tools of any kind. Replacement of stolen/broken tools yes, but not startup. I would recommend saving for a copy of Term Lab and a meter, as well as a 'scope, but that is in your future my friend lol