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Dixie:
Drive: 200tdi, L-Reg

Ok, so I am slow to pick up the spanner when it comes to major work. I don't have a garage or even a roof to work under and have no real tools other than a set of Metrinch spanners (which means I don't really know if my 200tdi is metric or AF). Shame on me!
I want to do more and my confidence is growing as I start trying stuff myself. Hey, gotta start somewhere - for now it's baby steps...

What tools do I need to start working on the swivels and wheel assy's?
I have my eye on a basic draper expert 6-point socket set (METRIC). Are they any good?

What other tools will I need to tackle my wheel wobble problem, assuming it's swivels and shims country.

Oh, did I mention really tight budget?  :|

I would love to get a Metrinch socket set but the walls of the sockets are pretty thick and the tools are pricey.

Any suggestions?

Cheers
Dixie

extreme90:
you will require both metric and imperial sockets
including 6 point and double hex sockets
can i make a suggestion ?
the halfrauds expert set
its got a lifetime garuntee
and for the money, it takes alot of beating
it will contain everything you need
 ;)
apart from spares
lol
dan

Dixie:
Thanks Dan.

I like the sound of the Draper stuff as their sockets are wall-drivers. Do you know if the Halfords range work on the same principle?

I am taking it for granted that the nuts and bolts I have to undo will probably be very worn on a vehicle as young as mine  :D

Hangover:
You'll need a set of metric single hex sockets for sure,1/2" and 3/8" drive.

extreme90:
yes, the halfrauds stuff is just as good as the slowly decreasing in quality snap-on, which i now call snap off as alls i do is break the stuff  :roll:
you'll need a doublehex 1/2 socket to undo the two caliper bolts which will be stubborn i guess if it aint been apart fro some time
dan

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