Mechanics: Must-Have Tool List
All skill levels of mechanics have voted and have chosen these top products from Northern Tool + Equipment that help them complete their jobs everyday. The list below features real mechanics with real opinions on this lineup of tools that in many ways have more than paid for themselves. It definitely isn't strange to see comments such as "best ever", "works great everytime" or "use it daily" in their recommendations. This must-have list is just a handful of the numerous comments we receive surrounding our tools that are simply "Made For Mechanics".
"Great Air Hammer"
"I do mechanic work and demand alot from an air hammer. Don't use it every day but this IR has more than paid for itself. It's compact and easy to get in places the bigger one's can't."
-Mechanic from North Carolina
"Holds Up Well"
"Bought this stool about 2 months ago and use it almost daily. I'm a mobile mechanic and I'm no small guy 300 pounds. would definitely buy it again."
-Mechanic from Tennessee
"Very Good Quality Good Complete Wrench Set"
"I bought this about two months ago and the wrenches work perfect for my needs as Mechanic"
-Mechanic from Wyoming
"Beyond Expectations"
"I am an old school mechanic mostly air tools I was reluctant to purchase battery packed equipment. The small impact is powerful and worth its waiting gold Milwaukee has always been top of the line In power tools. I will continue to grow my Milwaukee collection."
-Mechanic from Texas
"As Advertised It Has Great Output And Its Portable"
"I bought it a few weeks ago because my supervisor wouldn't supply me with a compressor. It has been very helpful daily to do the work I do as a mechanic."
-Mechanic from Florida
"Great Drill Hammer"
"I have tried a few other hammers and this one is the most balanced I have used. Great for a mechanic."
-Mechanic from Idaho
"Best Light Ever! Seriously!"
"This is my third light. First one several years old and still works great. I do mechanic work on heavy equipment and this is hands down best light I've ever tried. Shape is great, can angle it in many directions because if it's shape. It's super bright and with a 9ah battery it stays lit all day. I even have one for my house for power outages. It lights up my whole living room like daytime."
-Mechanic from Wisconsin
"Best Thing Since Sliced Bread"
"I initially got this ratchet to break loose some BIG lug nuts. Since then, it has become my go to ratchet when things get tough, or I need the reach. Example serpentine belts, works great every time. I am a fleet mechanic so it is used often. I will not go on a road call with out it."
-Mechanic from Louisianna
Other Essential Mechanic Equipment:
- Vehicle Lifts
- Auto Body Tools
- Air Compressors
- Shop Seats + Stools
- Sockets + Socket Sets
- Impact Wrenches
- Shop Lights
- Tool Sets
- Best OBD2 Scanners
- Best Floor Jacks
- Best Heavy Duty Jump Starters + Powerpacks
- Best Automotive Lifts
- Best Jack Stands
- Best Dent Pullers
- Best Low Profile Jacks
- Best Battery Maintainers
- Best Mechanics Creepers
- Best Shop Stools
- Best Bottle Jacks
- Best Multimeters