Which specific tools would you need to become a diesel mechanic?
James P asked:
Im currently studying to be a general mechanic but plan on continuing on to be a diesel mechanic. I’m not too sure what field i’d like to work on whether it be automotive diesel, light/medium trucks, or industrial trucks. I have an outline of what my tool set would consist of as a regular mechanic but want to start planning what I would need if I were to work the light/medium or industrial truck category. What size drive tools…. 3/4 or 1 inch? I have mostly metric sizing, to what extent would I need to invest in standard size sockets and wrenches? How much lbs. of force would I need out of my impact tools? I know there is a broad variety of specialty tools that vary by manufacturer make. Any information you have would be greatly appreciated.
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Im currently studying to be a general mechanic but plan on continuing on to be a diesel mechanic. I’m not too sure what field i’d like to work on whether it be automotive diesel, light/medium trucks, or industrial trucks. I have an outline of what my tool set would consist of as a regular mechanic but want to start planning what I would need if I were to work the light/medium or industrial truck category. What size drive tools…. 3/4 or 1 inch? I have mostly metric sizing, to what extent would I need to invest in standard size sockets and wrenches? How much lbs. of force would I need out of my impact tools? I know there is a broad variety of specialty tools that vary by manufacturer make. Any information you have would be greatly appreciated.
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Getting started
¾ drive socket set up to1 – 3″
½” drive impact gun – sockets deep & regular to 7/16 – 1½”
½” drive sockets deep & regular to 7/16 – 1½” & metric
3/8″ drive sockets deep & regular to 3/8 – ¾” & metric
3/8″ & ½” drive Torx sockets
3/8″ drive Allen sockets – standard & metric
Tap & die set ¼ - 1″ Standard & metric
1″ impact gun – deep sockets to 1 – 3″
Open/box wrench set to ¼ – 3″
Spindle nut sockets (rear axle) to 3 – 6″
Assorted pipe wrenches to 48″
Pry/aligning bars up to 60″
Assorted punches – brass & impact
Assorted pliers
Assorted screw drivers — flat, square, Torx, Phillips
½ & ¾” drive torque wrench
10 lb sledge hammer
20 Ton air bottle jack
5 Ton floor jack
3/8 & ½” electric drill
Electric angle grinder
Heavy truck mechanic is a rewarding proffession. Always new challenges
Good luck. . .
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