Mechanical workshop tools list with name

It saves a ton on elbow grease. Long and short reach and with a magnetic head which is always useful for stray screws. Shockproof is preferred. They slip and damage fasteners which make a simple job a bigger one.

The original vice grips are an American invention and are simply ingenious. Its clever design allows you to adjust, clamp and unclasp the grips using one hand. The range expanded and came in many variations — chain, clamp, pointy nose, mini, and many other varieties.

The adjustable wrench is a toolbox staple. Not a tool I would use very often. A mechanic will prefer to have a more precise wrench fit. The adjustable wrench, although very flexible, can be a little cumbersome to use. The adjustable wrench is a universal wrench. Adjust it to fit any nut or bolt. I use them when working on high-pressure hoses.

The stout jaws fit the wide hose pipe fittings nicely. Wrenches are precision tools. Each one is a fixed size and will only fit its corresponding nut or bolt size. It is commonly made using industrial-grade chromium-vanadium steel. The standard wrench has an open end on one side and a box end on the other, known as a combination wrench. The open end is great for easy, fast use, but the grip is compromised.

Every mechanic has skinned his or her knuckles on a slipping open-ended wrench. The box end offers the best grip and is less likely to damage the fastener head or your knuckles. Box end wrenches are available in 12 point and 6 point. The 12 point allows for greater access to a fastener head, the angle of attack is much wider than a 6 point.

The 6 point, however, will often grip the fastener more snugly and is much less likely to ring the fastener head. Two standards are the norm, and most mechanics will have both—Metric and standard Imperial. Metric wrenches are measured in millimeters. Standard sizes in a toolset range from 8mm to 25mm, with 8,10,13,17 being the most popular sizes.

Standard wrench sizes are more popular in the US. The wrench is obviously one of the most used tools in a mechanics toolbox. A ratchet is a tool used to drive sockets. It is much faster loosening and tightening fasteners than a spanner. However, it is a lot bulkier. A ratchet set will include a range of popular sizes but also long and short extensions. The set snaps together and allows the mechanic to reach deep between components and manipulate nuts and bolts.

For those really awkward nuts and bolts, the set includes the knuckle. This nifty kit allows the socket to sit squarely on the fastener while the extension is offset. Of course, a ratchet set is useless without sockets. And sockets, as you can imagine, come in many different forms.

The sockets, just like wrenches, are available in 12 point or six-point, the six offer less flexibility but far greater grip. Avoid if you can using an impact wrench with your regular sockets. Excellent for removing deep-set fasteners such as spark plugs, header bolts, transmission bolts, starter motor bolts, anywhere your hand movement is restricted, which on modern cars — anywhere under the hood.

Older style car oil filters are simple metal filters that screw onto an oil filter adaptor on the side of the engine block. Although oil filters are only fitted hand tight oil filter tools are not needed for fitting , the filters do tight over time and so a tool is needed to remove them.

A strap or chain grip may be used for leverage but is only useful when the real estate around the filter is vacant. It crushes the filter and looks kind of unprofessional but very effective. Modern car oil filters use a cartridge set up and require a different type of oil filter tool. Sockets and ratchets are used on later models, and on earlier models, oil filter removal tools resembling very large sockets were needed. I love Amazon.

Skip to content. Screwdriver is one of the most important entry-level mechanic tools for any workshop. This handy tool helps you in handling the screws. Flat and Phillips are the most common types of screws. So, you must have these two screwdrivers in your toolbox. Torx six-pointed star-shaped type screws are common in automobiles.

So, get one of the Torx screwdrivers too. Also, try to have one Allen shaped driver. There are some more types, but those are not so common in automotive.

It is better to have magnetized screwdrivers. It reduces the risk of losing screws. These are magnetized drivers of different sizes and types.

Sometimes grease, dirt, and rust jam some components. As a result, those require some extra effort to come off. In such cases, a hammer will give you great relief. I think you should have a normal hammer as well as a mallet. Some components are weak and have a possibility to break if you hit with a regular hammer. Mallet helps you to take out those types of components.

It is strong, durable and comfortable to handle. The perfect grip prevents it from slipping from hand. This ounce mallet is very easy to use. The handle is made of fiberglass that absorbs vibration as much as possible and allows working comfortably.

Many car jobs, especially when you need to work on tires, brakes, gas tanks and other part situated below the car, need you to lift the car. In those cases, car jacks are greatly helpful and a must have garage tools. Those help you to lift the car with less effort. I suggest you have at least two car jacks in your garage.

Find jacks that are strong and sturdy. If you work on SUVs, make sure the jacks are strong enough to lift those. This jack comes with heavy-duty construction that supports lifting up to lbs. The base is big to ensure maximum support and durability. Another top auto mechanic tool and equipment is jack stands.

Car jacks are used to lift the car, but when it comes about keeping the car lifted, jack stands are the tools you should depend on. After lifting the car, the stands are placed under the car and adjust properly to hold it. It is good to have jack stands in a small professional garage. If buying is not possible, buy at least two stands that come with good quality and able to hold at least tons of weight. Also, after lifting a car, use at least two jack stands to hold it lifted.

Otherwise, you are not safe under the car. These come in different capacities. I mostly use the 3-ton ones. You can change the height within These are lightweight but strong. Ramps are replacement of jack and jack stands if you want more stability. These come in pairs which are placed in a side of the garage. To lift your car, simply drive the car and climb on the ramps.

After climbing, put stoppers behind the wheels if needed. For oil change and other below-the-car maintenances, ramps are suitable. But there are some disadvantages too. However, if you are a pro and getting profits out of your garage, I suggest you install ramps. If you are just a beginner, not having ramps is totally okay. These come with a rugged design. With the ability to bear12, lbs, these are one of the heavy-duty ramps. While working under the car, generally people use cardboard to keep the back safe.

Movement is tough when you work lying on cardboard. These are flat sleds with wheels. As a creeper has wheels, you can move easily lying on it. Besides, it offers comfort to your back as it has a padded surface. Another benefit of creeper is adjustability. You can adjust the size and angle in most creepers. Coming with pads, it saves you from injuries too.

With padded seat and header, this creeper ensures maximum comfort while working underneath the car. It can be folded easily to turn it into a seat. This 2-in-1 creeper will be a good addition to your garage equipment. Starting from inflating tires to use air-tools, an air compressor has a lot of tasks to do in an auto mechanic garage. So, consider having one in your garage.

If inflating tire is the only need, compressors with low psi will also work well. For other purposes, I suggest you buy one with high psi.

Those are costly but stay for a long time if maintained properly. It is good to buy a portable air compressor. It is lightweight and portable. As a result, I can use it at any corner of my garage. Adding an extended cord helps to get more comfortable using experience.

You can use a wide range of air tools with the help of this must-have garage tool. To work in the comparatively dark areas is tough even with a flashlight in your hand.

Flashlights are also important, but headlamps allow you to keep your hands free and easy focusing on the work spots. Headlamps easily focus on the exact spots where you keep your eyes.

At the time of choosing a headlamp, focus on getting one that is durable and rechargeable. Besides, make sure that the band is stretchable and comfortable to wear. The lamps with different brightness settings are better than normal lamps. So, keep your focus on this versatility too. You can recharge it with a micro USB port. It comes with an adjustable band that allows you maximum comfort. Coming with two beam patterns, it offers variations.

For electric works of your car, a multimeter or multitester is a must-have auto mechanic tool. It helps to find out the electricity flow and identify dangerous hot wires. Analog and digital- both types of multimeters are found in the market. Analog multimeters show the reading with the help of a pointer. On the other hand, digital multimeters show the reading in digits. Before buying, make sure that your multimeter can measure the voltage, current as well as resistance.

Also, invest a moderate amount on this tool. I use Fluke V Digital Multimeter to inspect the vehicles in my garage. It is compact and perfect for one-hand use. This is a digital multimeter. As a result, it shows the accurate reading. It comes with a built-in thermometer too. Stuck joints or parts are common in the case of automotive works.

A wrecking bar is a strong steel bar with two different types of heads on the ends. It is used to get the stuck parts out using a leverage point. At the time of choosing one, you can get a cheap one. But make sure that it is strong enough. Besides, make sure that you get a firm grip when you hold the bar.

This is a inch long wrecking bar with a sturdy design and additional slot for pulling nails. It is made of forged high-carbon steel. It ensures a firm grip and a large cross-sectional area. In that case, pry bars should be your choice. Pry bars are smaller than regular wrecking bars and help you to get the stuck parts out at the time of maintenance works. There are pry bar sets available in the market.

It is good to get a full set. Otherwise, you can have a medium-sized pry bar that is strong and comfortable to use. It comes with maximum prying power and highest leverage.

This 15 inches long pry bar can be a good addition to your toolbox.