Tools for Suspension Work

[mad1]

Hi All

I'm just starting to do little DIY projects on my '88 190E 2.6. I'm starting with a nearly empty garage.

Last I was at my mech, he recommended replacing thrust arms and tie rods - See here . I decided to try to do this myself over the weekend, so am preparing for it.

At the moment, I own:

3/8" drive ratchet, 7 sockets upto 17mm
Combination wrench set, 11 wrenches, upto 22mm
2 jack stands


Umm, that's it. I've been doing some searching, and discussion, and I think I may need some more tools. Thing is, I can't afford a good $600 set of air tools right now.


Here's what I'm thinking:

Breaker bar - $35 or so at Canadian Tire
Maybe torque wrench, if required



If air tools are needed, I can get a cheap 2 scfm compressor for less than $100, impact wrench and sockets for another $50-100. OR, I could get one of those impact drivers and use a hammer with it.


Anyway, what do you guys suggest? I'd like to avoid buying air tools for this project, because I can't afford to do justice and buy a decent set at this time. But if I have to bite the bullet, do let me know..........



P.S. I'm an _absolute_ noob with car repair - trying to change that though ......