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07-09-2010, 08:31 PM
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Tools I am new to lsx based and fuel injected vehicles. What do you guys use to check for engine codes and what other tools would you recommend for working on ls1 cars and trucks?Any info would be great.
07-10-2010, 08:14 AM
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I have a wide array of tools,but was wondering about anything specific that may bail me out when working on the car. The car will just be a bolt on car probalbly. Thanks for the input on the scanner,I'll pick one up today.
07-12-2010, 07:31 PM
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Some of the tools that I didn't already have that I've had to buy (or borrow) lately for the LS1 include:
A GOOD LIGHTWEIGHT low-profile racing jack and jack stands (Much easier to lug around than a heavy floor jack). Large C-Clamp and flare nut wrenches for brake system. Dremel for polishing. Needle nose pliers and vice-grips. Extending magnetic arm for getting to the many nuts and bolts that will drop to who knows where while working under the hood.
All these things are good for just about any vehicle, including an LS1.
And forget about some of the "specialized" tools that don't work worth a crap and aren't good for anything else, like spark plug boot pullers and hose clamp pliers. A good pair of regular pliers works best
A GOOD LIGHTWEIGHT low-profile racing jack and jack stands (Much easier to lug around than a heavy floor jack). Large C-Clamp and flare nut wrenches for brake system. Dremel for polishing. Needle nose pliers and vice-grips. Extending magnetic arm for getting to the many nuts and bolts that will drop to who knows where while working under the hood.
All these things are good for just about any vehicle, including an LS1.
And forget about some of the "specialized" tools that don't work worth a crap and aren't good for anything else, like spark plug boot pullers and hose clamp pliers. A good pair of regular pliers works best
07-13-2010, 10:30 AM
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if you're lacking in the tools department, just pic up one of those 100+ piece tool sets to get you started and just pic up tools as you go. research the jobs you're about to do and see what tools are required and pic up the ones you don't have.