Notes from the Shop. Tips, tools and hard-earned lessons for better paint and body work at home.

Dean’s Tool Ideas

 

A quick list of tool ideas

These are good deals on tools I either have, or wish I had . . .

“Too many tools is like a car too fast, whiskey too old . . . no such thing!“

The ideas below are grouped by price – scroll down for different price groupings

Under ~$10

Laser Level Line Tool, Multipurpose Laser Level Kit Standard Cross Line Laser leveler Beam Tool with Metric Rulers 8ft/2.5M for Picture Hanging cabinets Tile Walls by AikTryee.
Laser Level Line Tool, Multipurpose Laser Level Kit Standard Cross Line Laser leveler Beam Tool with Metric Rulers 8ft/2.5M for Picture Hanging cabinets Tile Walls by AikTryee.
11PCS Mini Screwdriver Set, Small Screwdriver Set with 11 Different Size Flathead and Phillips Screwdrivers, Precision Screwdriver Set for Jewelry, Watch, iPhone, Toys, Computer, Eyeglass Repair30%
11PCS Mini Screwdriver Set, Small Screwdriver Set with 11 Different Size Flathead and Phillips Screwdrivers, Precision Screwdriver Set for Jewelry, Watch, iPhone, Toys, Computer, Eyeglass Repair
$9.99
JOREST 38Pcs Small Precision Screwdriver Set with Torx T5, T6, Y00, Mini Repair Tool Kit for Macbook, Computer, Laptop, iPhone, PS4 PS5, Xbox, Switch, Eyeglasses, Watch, Ring Doorbell, Electronic, etc20%
JOREST 38Pcs Small Precision Screwdriver Set with Torx T5, T6, Y00, Mini Repair Tool Kit for Macbook, Computer, Laptop, iPhone, PS4 PS5, Xbox, Switch, Eyeglasses, Watch, Ring Doorbell, Electronic, etc
$9.99
Tresalto Auto Trim Removal Tool Kit - 5-Piece No Scratch Pry Tool Set for Car Panel and Dashboard Removal - Includes Door Panel Tool, Push Rivets, Car Clips - Essential for Interior Trim Work - Blue34%
Tresalto Auto Trim Removal Tool Kit - 5-Piece No Scratch Pry Tool Set for Car Panel and Dashboard Removal - Includes Door Panel Tool, Push Rivets, Car Clips - Essential for Interior Trim Work - Blue
$14.99
3 Pack Telescoping Magnet Pick-up Tool Set - Retrieving Telescoping Magnet Pickup Tools，Extendable Magnetic Pick Up Tools，Bendable Spring Magnet Stick
3 Pack Telescoping Magnet Pick-up Tool Set - Retrieving Telescoping Magnet Pickup Tools，Extendable Magnetic Pick Up Tools，Bendable Spring Magnet Stick
SWANLAKE Pick and Hook Set, Pick Tool Set for Car Auto Oil Seal/O-Ring Seal Gasket Pick Mini Hooks Puller Remover (6PCS)
SWANLAKE Pick and Hook Set, Pick Tool Set for Car Auto Oil Seal/O-Ring Seal Gasket Pick Mini Hooks Puller Remover (6PCS)
Razor Blade Scraper Tool with 15pcs Extra Blades, Cleaning Razor Scraper for Glass, Glass Top Stove Scraper for Oven Door, Cooktop Scraper, Glass Scraper Cleaning Paint from Glass32%
Razor Blade Scraper Tool with 15pcs Extra Blades, Cleaning Razor Scraper for Glass, Glass Top Stove Scraper for Oven Door, Cooktop Scraper, Glass Scraper Cleaning Paint from Glass
$12.99
FEITA Precision Plastic Tweezers Kit - Plastic Anti static Tweezers Set Pickup Craft Electronics DIY Repair Tool - Black - 6Pcs
FEITA Precision Plastic Tweezers Kit - Plastic Anti static Tweezers Set Pickup Craft Electronics DIY Repair Tool - Black - 6Pcs
CASOMAN 3-Piece Round Magnetic Trays Set, 3
CASOMAN 3-Piece Round Magnetic Trays Set, 3" 4" 6", Stainless Steel Magnetic Parts Tray Set, Magnetic Tray Holder, For Socket Screw, Nuts, Bolts, Metal Parts, Strong and Durable

Under ~$25 

innofox 2pack LED Rechargeable Magnetic Work Light 40W 1500Lumens, Hanging Hook 3 Lighting Modes, Job Site Lighting for Car Repairing, Camping, Working, and Hurricane
innofox 2pack LED Rechargeable Magnetic Work Light 40W 1500Lumens, Hanging Hook 3 Lighting Modes, Job Site Lighting for Car Repairing, Camping, Working, and Hurricane
Headlamp Rechargeable 2PCS, 230° Wide Beam Head Lamp LED with Motion Sensor for Adults - Camping Accessories Gear, Waterproof Head Light Flashlight for Hiking, Running, Repairing, Fishing, Cycling20%
Headlamp Rechargeable 2PCS, 230° Wide Beam Head Lamp LED with Motion Sensor for Adults - Camping Accessories Gear, Waterproof Head Light Flashlight for Hiking, Running, Repairing, Fishing, Cycling
$24.99
STREBITO Electronics Precision Screwdriver Sets 142-Piece with 120 Bits Magnetic Repair Tool Kit for iPhone, MacBook, Computer, Laptop, PC, Tablet, PS4, Xbox, Nintendo, Game Console15%
STREBITO Electronics Precision Screwdriver Sets 142-Piece with 120 Bits Magnetic Repair Tool Kit for iPhone, MacBook, Computer, Laptop, PC, Tablet, PS4, Xbox, Nintendo, Game Console
$27.99
CASOMAN 1/4-Inch Magnetic Socket Organizer, Holds 26 SAE Sockets, Blue Color, Professional Quality Tools Organizer13%
CASOMAN 1/4-Inch Magnetic Socket Organizer, Holds 26 SAE Sockets, Blue Color, Professional Quality Tools Organizer
$7.97
Amartisan 12-Piece Magnetic Torx Screwdrivers Set, Magnetic Torx Driver Star Screwdrivers Set T5 - T40 Best Choice35%
Amartisan 12-Piece Magnetic Torx Screwdrivers Set, Magnetic Torx Driver Star Screwdrivers Set T5 - T40 Best Choice
$22.99
WORKPRO 6-piece Mini Pliers Set - Needle Nose, Diagonal, Long Nose, Bent Nose, End Cutting and Linesman, for Making Crafts, Repairing Electronic Devices, with Pouch20%
WORKPRO 6-piece Mini Pliers Set - Needle Nose, Diagonal, Long Nose, Bent Nose, End Cutting and Linesman, for Making Crafts, Repairing Electronic Devices, with Pouch
$26.99
LEXIVON Torx Bit Socket Set, Premium S2 Alloy Steel | 13-Piece Star T8 - T60 Set | Enhanced Storage Case (LX-143)
LEXIVON Torx Bit Socket Set, Premium S2 Alloy Steel | 13-Piece Star T8 - T60 Set | Enhanced Storage Case (LX-143)
BLACK+DECKER Plier Set, 4-Piece (BDHT84002)
BLACK+DECKER Plier Set, 4-Piece (BDHT84002)
ELEAD 31-Piece Hex Key Set - Allen Wrench Set, SAE and Metric Allen Keys MM(0.7mm-10mm) SAE(0.028
ELEAD 31-Piece Hex Key Set - Allen Wrench Set, SAE and Metric Allen Keys MM(0.7mm-10mm) SAE(0.028"-3/8) Heat-Treated, Torque Handle, High Leverage, Long & Short Keys, Easy Organization
CRAFTSMAN Screwdriver Set, Bi-material, 12 Piece (CMHT65071N)34%
CRAFTSMAN Screwdriver Set, Bi-material, 12 Piece (CMHT65071N)
$37.98
SWANLAKE 32 Piece Hex Bit Socket Set,SAE and Metric, 1/4'', 3/8', 1/2'' Drive Socket Set, S2 & Cr-V Steel
SWANLAKE 32 Piece Hex Bit Socket Set,SAE and Metric, 1/4'', 3/8', 1/2'' Drive Socket Set, S2 & Cr-V Steel

Under ~$50

Klein Tools MM325 Multimeter, Digital Manual-Ranging 600V AC/DC Voltage Tester, Tests Batteries, Current, Resistance, Diodes, and Continuity
Klein Tools MM325 Multimeter, Digital Manual-Ranging 600V AC/DC Voltage Tester, Tests Batteries, Current, Resistance, Diodes, and Continuity
WORKPRO 582-piece Crimp Terminals, Wire Connectors, Heat Shrink Tube, Electrical Repair Kit with Wire Cutter Stripper20%
WORKPRO 582-piece Crimp Terminals, Wire Connectors, Heat Shrink Tube, Electrical Repair Kit with Wire Cutter Stripper
$31.99
Amazon Basics 65 Piece Home Basic Repair Tool Kit Set With Bag, Silver, Black22%
Amazon Basics 65 Piece Home Basic Repair Tool Kit Set With Bag, Silver, Black
$34.19
SUNHZMCKP Magnetic Screwdriver Set 66-Piece, S2- Alloy Tool Steel, Includes Slotted/Phillips/Torx Mini Precision Screwdriver, Replaceable Screwdriver Bits With Sturdy tool box35%
SUNHZMCKP Magnetic Screwdriver Set 66-Piece, S2- Alloy Tool Steel, Includes Slotted/Phillips/Torx Mini Precision Screwdriver, Replaceable Screwdriver Bits With Sturdy tool box
$45.99
DURATECH 8-Piece Pliers Set with Rolling Pouch, Premium Cr-V/Cr-Ni Construction, (1218%
DURATECH 8-Piece Pliers Set with Rolling Pouch, Premium Cr-V/Cr-Ni Construction, (12", 10", 8" Groove Joint Pliers, 8" Adjustable Wrench, 8" Linesman, 6" Long Needle Nose, 6" Slip Joint, 6" Diagonal)
$72.99
Vgate iCar Pro Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE) OBD2 Fault Code Reader OBDII Code Scanner Car Check Engine Light for iOS/Android
Vgate iCar Pro Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE) OBD2 Fault Code Reader OBDII Code Scanner Car Check Engine Light for iOS/Android
WORKPRO 5-Piece Locking Pliers Set, Pliers Tool Set, Vice Grips with Chrome-vanadium Steel, 5/7/10 inch Curved Jaw Pliers, 6.5/9 inch Long Nose Pliers
WORKPRO 5-Piece Locking Pliers Set, Pliers Tool Set, Vice Grips with Chrome-vanadium Steel, 5/7/10 inch Curved Jaw Pliers, 6.5/9 inch Long Nose Pliers
haisstronica Wire Stripper and Crimping Tool,AWG 24-10 Automatic Stripper Tool with AWG 22-10 Ratchet Wire Crimper For Heat Shrink Connectors
haisstronica Wire Stripper and Crimping Tool,AWG 24-10 Automatic Stripper Tool with AWG 22-10 Ratchet Wire Crimper For Heat Shrink Connectors
Endoscope Camera with Light,1920P HD Inspection Camera with 8 Adjustable LED Lights, Endoscope with 16.4ft Semi-Rigid Snake Camera, 7.9mm IP67 Waterproof Inspection Camera for iOS
Endoscope Camera with Light,1920P HD Inspection Camera with 8 Adjustable LED Lights, Endoscope with 16.4ft Semi-Rigid Snake Camera, 7.9mm IP67 Waterproof Inspection Camera for iOS
Amazon Basics Mechanic's Tool Socket Set With Case, 123-Piece
Amazon Basics Mechanic's Tool Socket Set With Case, 123-Piece

Over $50

Sunex Tools 8514 300-Pound Capacity Telescoping Tractor Seat with Parts Tray and 3.5-Inch Heavy Duty Casters15%
Sunex Tools 8514 300-Pound Capacity Telescoping Tractor Seat with Parts Tray and 3.5-Inch Heavy Duty Casters
$128.90
Power Tool Organizer Garage Storage Organization Shelving Tool Holder Drill Rack Shelf Rolling Cart Open Tool Chest Cabinet Box Organizer with Wheels Workshop Garage Gift Ideas for Men Dad38%
Power Tool Organizer Garage Storage Organization Shelving Tool Holder Drill Rack Shelf Rolling Cart Open Tool Chest Cabinet Box Organizer with Wheels Workshop Garage Gift Ideas for Men Dad
$129.99
CCCEI Modular Power Tool Organizer Wall Mount with Charging Station. Garage 4 Drill Storage Shelf with Hooks, Screwdriver, Drill Bit Heavy Duty Rack, Tool Battery Holder Built in 8 Outlet Power Strip.25%
CCCEI Modular Power Tool Organizer Wall Mount with Charging Station. Garage 4 Drill Storage Shelf with Hooks, Screwdriver, Drill Bit Heavy Duty Rack, Tool Battery Holder Built in 8 Outlet Power Strip.
$69.99
Readywares Tool Bag, Heavy Duty Waxed Canvas Bag for Gear, Tools, Supplies and Equipment (15
Readywares Tool Bag, Heavy Duty Waxed Canvas Bag for Gear, Tools, Supplies and Equipment (15", Tan)
FESA Insulated Electrician Tool Set - 1000V 12-Piece Insulated Tool Set with 7 Insulated Screwdrivers, 1 Voltage Tester & 4 Insulated Pliers - 1000 Volt Hand Tool Set with a Compact Storage Case
FESA Insulated Electrician Tool Set - 1000V 12-Piece Insulated Tool Set with 7 Insulated Screwdrivers, 1 Voltage Tester & 4 Insulated Pliers - 1000 Volt Hand Tool Set with a Compact Storage Case
M35 5% Cobalt Drill Bits Set 115PCS (1/16
M35 5% Cobalt Drill Bits Set 115PCS (1/16"-1/2", A-Z, 1-60), Straight Shank Jobber Drill Bits, Metal HSS Twist Drill Bits for Stainless Steel Hard Metal and Cast Iron
3-Tier Heavy Duty Utility Cart on Wheels, Rolling Tool Cart on Wheels with a Drawer, 350 Lbs Load Capacity Rolling Tool Storage Organizer for Garage, Warehouse and Repair Shop(Dark Blue)33%
3-Tier Heavy Duty Utility Cart on Wheels, Rolling Tool Cart on Wheels with a Drawer, 350 Lbs Load Capacity Rolling Tool Storage Organizer for Garage, Warehouse and Repair Shop(Dark Blue)
$104.99
DEWALT Screwdriver and Drill Bit Set (FlexTorq impact Driver bit set 100pc)
DEWALT Screwdriver and Drill Bit Set (FlexTorq impact Driver bit set 100pc)
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Set, 168-Piece (DWMT73803)23%
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Set, 168-Piece (DWMT73803)
$154.99
LOKASS Tool Bag Backpack, Heavy Duty Tool Backpacks with Combination Lock, Waterproof Tool Bags for Tools Storage and Organization, Black/Orange
LOKASS Tool Bag Backpack, Heavy Duty Tool Backpacks with Combination Lock, Waterproof Tool Bags for Tools Storage and Organization, Black/Orange
beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST60500APB Stackable Storage System - 3 Piece Set (Small, Deep Toolbox, and Rolling Tote)
beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST60500APB Stackable Storage System - 3 Piece Set (Small, Deep Toolbox, and Rolling Tote)
Ryobis Tools RYOBI 18V ONE+ Lithium-Ion Cordless DrillDriver and Impact Driver Combo Kit (2-Tool) with (2) Batteries
Ryobis Tools RYOBI 18V ONE+ Lithium-Ion Cordless DrillDriver and Impact Driver Combo Kit (2-Tool) with (2) Batteries
WEN WB4723T 48-Inch Workbench with Power Outlets and Light, Black
WEN WB4723T 48-Inch Workbench with Power Outlets and Light, Black
CRAFTSMAN 159 Piece Mechanics Tool Set (CMMT12125)41%
CRAFTSMAN 159 Piece Mechanics Tool Set (CMMT12125)
$169.00
Keter Folding Work Table, Portable Workbench w/ 127%
Keter Folding Work Table, Portable Workbench w/ 12" Clamps for Garage/Wood Shop
$109.99

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