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teemmy

teemmy

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Can anyone refer me to a good tool kit to work on our VWs with? I didn't realize I would need different tools coming from Japanese cars.

Thanks!
 
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gx33

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CT USA
teemmy said:
Can anyone refer me to a good tool kit to work on our VWs with? I didn't realize I would need different tools coming from Japanese cars.

Thanks!
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Make sure to pick up a full set of male and female Torx bits (T15, T20, T25, etc). Thats probably the most important thing for general repairs and mods.
 
teemmy

teemmy

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bay area, CA
would you really need female torx bits? Seems like most everything would require male. Amazon looks like a good place to start!
 
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carterruss

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Boston North
teemmy said:
would you really need female torx bits? Seems like most everything would require male. Amazon looks like a good place to start!
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I would say pick up some Male Torx (up to T30). And a set of metric sockets (I have used up to a 22MM so far). I have been in the engine bay a few times and those were the only tools I have really used (outside of typical screw drivers and pliers).
 
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Artox

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Denmark

This one works fine for me. I dosent cost alot.

Although, if you wanna do the brakes you need a set of zxn bits (I think its no 14 for the rear)
 
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dbrier

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Indianapolis
Bumping an old thread.
I'm used to working on Subarus and you can tear the car apart with a 10, 12, 14, 17 and 19mm sockets. I like keeping a few tools in the car, but don't need an entire set of tools. What are the basics socket sizes for VW? I've seen a few install notes that mention 15 and 18mm.
I have torxs already and picked up a set of triple square drivers. I just want a minimal set of tools in the car for emergencies. The kit I have now is built around Japanese cars and I'm afraid the wrenches in it would be the wrong sizes for my new German car.
 
sprinks

sprinks

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United States
Fortunately for you the car is still metric, so your 10,12,14,17, and 19mm are still compatible. ;)

Seriously though, if you got the torx and triple squares coupled with the other socket wrenches you're all set.

Although i always recommend a socket u-joint adapter to get in those common odd-ball angles that engineers like to put important bolts at.
 
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dbrier

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Indianapolis
Thanks, but I was looking for something more specific. For example, Subaru didn't use a single 13, 15, or 18mm bolt on the car, so I didn't keep those sizes in the tool kit. Are there sizes VW doesn't use? What are the most common bolts?
 
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ManInTheClouds

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OK
https://www.amazon.com/Tools-Piece-Combo-Set-No-916-0642/dp/B001MSDCQ8

I've had this set for years and it basically covers 80% of the bases.

Has 10-32mm sockets, that also work SAE wise.

Has Torx, triple-square, and hex.

KS TOOLS is a German brand, but I believe these are made in Taiwan.

If you're looking for German made tools, you can take a bank loan and look at GEDORE, STAHLWILLE, ELORA, or HAZET.
But, they will outlast you and all your children's children

https://www.amazon.com/GEDORE-25458...TF8&qid=1497412167&sr=1-7&keywords=gedore+1/2
 
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