Nocturnal-G

Anyone have recommendations for certain tools, brands? Common tools we need for our 210's? Right now I'm shopping for a good E-Torx socket set, any good sets out there? A majority of my tools are Craftsman from 15-20 years ago, that were passed down to me. They seem to be decent quality... recently bought a set of Craftsman impact driver bits and they were crap, broke after one use. Returned them for a set of Milwaukee Shockwave bits and they are holding up fine. I searched the forums for tool info and there isn't much, so I was hoping to get some info here. Thanks guys!

Neanicu888

I'm not affiliated to any of these brands,but I use with success Gearhead,Snap-on and some Craftsman tools.
I also recommend,if you're going to keep your E55 for a while,buying specialized tools from sources like EBay,Amazon and such...lots of tools specific to our cars,like Mercedes spring compressor,fuel level sending unit removal tool,instrument cluster,radio removal tool kit...and a lot more that are going to make your projects easier.
Good luck and happy DIY-ing!

Nocturnal-G

Never heard of Gearhead, I've seen a GearWrench E-Torx socket set tho... are they any good? I've had my 55 for about 5 years now, and I want to keep her forever. I'll be going to a few tool stores later... Hope I can pick up some goodies. Mainly gonna go pick up an E-Torx set.

Nocturnal-G

To anyone who's interested... found this awesome deal!

Nocturnal-G

And to anyone who's interested... I just talked to relatives back home. Seems like I can get OEM Benz Hazet/Stahlwille/Etc. tools. I mainly asked for an external torx socket set that's made by Hazet. If anyone here is interested in any tools that have the Mercedes logo on them, let me know. I'd be glad to help.

PS. I picked up that Felo set, should be here next week.

beachjustice

I got a set of these nylon pry tools from Amazon, they are perfect for anything involving trim or any interior work:
They are pretty hefty and substantial, none of them feel like they'll snap or anything like that. For the price, hard not to have a set around.

BrndnMthws

I always prefer Snap-On or Matco as I have to use them all day long and a cheap tool can lead to busted knuckles.

Nocturnal-G

I think you'll find this article interesting. It's in German... They tested the wrenches and how much torque they could withstand before breaking them.

http://wiesemann.eu/_UPLOAD/files/Oldtimermarkt.pdf

I just picked up that FELO set I posted earlier and a set of Wiha/Heyco E-Torx.

I'll post pics when they get here.

Nocturnal-G

Doesn't seem too many people are into tools...? Well anyways... I cancelled that Felo set. Bought the Wiha/Heyco E-Torx set and Wera Zyklop ratchet. Should be a good combo... and they should be here today

Here is a little video on the Wera Zyklop...

Nocturnal-G

Just got my Wera Zyklop and Wiha/Heyco E-Torx in... here is a pic.

Neanicu888

Thanks for sharing!
To be honest with you,I've never heard of this Wera Zyklop,but I've watched the video with interest!
I've just finished helping my friend changing the water pump on the M104 engine and I got to tell you,the 45 degree angle on that ratchet could've helped us a lot break loose those pulleys. I'm just wondering if it's really that good as a breaker bar like they're showing or it's just good advertising.I'll have to wait for your report before spending 80$ on a ratchet.

Nocturnal-G

It's definitely high quality that you can see and feel. The free-sleeve is a thick, durable feeling plastic which will probably last you a long time. I don't know about using it as a breaker bar, but I'm sure it will hold up just fine. The design is meant to be 40 percent torquier than other ratchets so that's a plus. The handle feels very good in the hands as well. If you are going to be using it in a heavy setting, I'd suggest the 1/2 drive or the 3/8. It fits in tight spaces pretty well... and best of all 5 degree actuation, it is a 72 tooth ratchet but feels very, very smooth... almost like a watch. I love this thing... They do come with limited lifetime warranty as well, only bad thing is I don't think they will replace it if you misuse it and break it. It definitely is worth it tho... it's the companies first ratchet I believe and they did a great job. They usually specialize in screwdrivers and bits. Let me know if you get it! They are awesome.

wekE55

ive been using snap on and mac...and i do it for a living

Nocturnal-G

Have you used any German brands? I know Snap On is the preferred brand out here and they do make really nice stuff but not having a Snap On guy stop at my house sucks. lol.

Nocturnal-G

Just received my 16" inch SK breaker bar to take my serpentine belt off... this thing is beefy! Can't wait to use it...

Neanicu888

You don't need all that power just for the tensioner,but I'm sure it will make things a lot easier. Why don't you use the Wera ratchet to loosen a few pulleys and let me know if you manage to break it. I find it very intriguing,I want to hold one in my hand see how it is...I found it a little cheaper the other day,around 60$,maybe I'll get it...

Nocturnal-G

I'll let you know how it does! I also bought a Wera 17 mm socket, since my Craftsman set skipped that size, for the tensioner... that should be here tomorrow. I'm buying up these tools to pull the alternator out and possibly replace the alternator or the voltage regulator... I'm probably going to buy more and more tools, this is an addiction. The Zyklop definitely feels very good in the hand, being able to use it in a locked position is one of the better things about this ratchet. They truly do make some amazing stuff... Check out the Koloss, looks like it could be useful for suspension work...



They also make these wrenches... but from what I know, they offer them in limited sizes... mostly for German cars.

Nocturnal-G

Oh and I forgot... here is the Wera Zyklop for probably the best price online! Check out the reviews...

Neanicu888

If you want real good tools recommended by some German manufacturers,including Mercedes,try Hazet. They cost an arm and a leg,but good quality.

Neanicu888

Or try ZDMAK...

Nocturnal-G

Yeah... Stahlwille is also good I hear, which is a rival to Hazet. There are quite a bit of German brands out there. Hazet, Gedore, Stahlwille, Heyco, Klann, Matador, Heynen, Elora, BGS, Felo, Wera, Knipex, NWS, Wiha, and so on.

I'll buy some Hazet tools when they get a distribution center going in America. I think they are in talks to bring the brand over here. Snap On is bringing Blue Point back to America which is good news too.

Btw... if you ever need any MB specific tools, I can get them shipped over here for you. I called relatives overseas and asked about an external torx socket set. Mercedes/Hazet E-Torx socket set with all the sizes... it was out of my price range but I can get stuff from over there, if you ever need anything. I won't buy anything that can't get warrantied in America... like the Wera and Wiha stuff I bought, I know I can get it warrantied since they have distribution centers over here and offer to the American public.

wekE55

I have some stahlwillie. Its pretty for specialty tools but snapon is still better on regular tools. O yea its hella expensive too

MBFLO

not much for tool talk , but I had purchased the spring compressor to swap the spring pads out and have never got around to using it still brand new in the box SMH

Nocturnal-G

Why not? Is it a Klann spring compressor?

Neanicu888

I can't speak for him,but you're talking about a 600$ tool!!! I have the Taiwan version,lot cheaper!!! The beauty of it...it works!!! LOL!