pshaw! The "special" tools are usually those designed to make the job easier, not necessarily required. If you understand what you're doing, you can improvise adequate albeit cumbersome tools for almost anything. I rebuilt a chrysler minivan trans years ago - the infamous 4sp electric shift one that nearly always fail. Had to make 1 makeshift tool out of PVC pipe and threaded rod - no big deal. It was one of the most enjoyable automotive jobs I ever did. If you think you can, you're right. If you think you can't, you're right too.