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Old 11-17-2003, 12:40 PM
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Where can one find MB tools for low $$$

I find it difficult to find MB tools at local auto part stores. Is there a place or web site you guys recommend for buying various tools at low/reasonable prices??

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Old 11-18-2003, 12:41 AM
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Don't know about low $$$$. Tools cost $$$$. Here are some suppliers. In some cases, high $$$$ tools can be rented.

sirtools.com

samstagsales.com

autospecialty.com

zdmak.com

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Old 11-18-2003, 12:49 AM
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Harbor Freight has pretty good pricing on tools. They aren't MB specific but I'm sure many of them would work just fine, if you know what you're looking for.

http://www.harborfreight.com
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Old 11-18-2003, 12:32 PM
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Thanks Guys...

Mike, I originally put $$$ and you put $$$$... does that mean you buy more expensive tools
I am an occasional DIYer and don't necessarily see a reason to spend $$$$ on a tool if I can get it for $ or $$ since it'll be used 2-3 times.
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Old 11-18-2003, 01:41 PM
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Old 11-18-2003, 01:58 PM
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Auto Zone... Not a bad deal!

Just got back from Auto Zone and they have way more Metric tools than anyone else locally and at great prices. I found the MB special O2 sensor tool for $8 and few 12mm, 14mm and 17mm hex bit allen sockets all 3 for $7... all with lifetime warranty. Same stuff from a "specialty" european auto parts or web site will cost 5x more... I guess it all depends on how serious about tools you get and how often you need to use it: If i was a pro mechanic, then I'd probably get the more expensive stuff since I know it'll pay off in the long run as people pay big $$ to get their cars fixed and having the proper tools is part of why mechanics charge big $. But for the home DIYer (like me) I'll settle for the "inexpensive" stuff as long as it gets the job done.
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Old 11-19-2003, 02:37 AM
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Go to Sears. Craftsman tools at reasonable prices

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