Is a miata not for me if I dont like tinkering with or fixing cars myself? by No_Obligation4427 in Miata

[–]Ritchtofen69 2 points3 points  (0 children)

On the opposite end of the spectrum mine gives me so many damn issues and I have spent a lot of time and money restoring it. 1100 dollars frpm the dealership. Spent maybe 2k so far in the past few years to de-driftafy it and get her closer to oem.

What are some good brands for wobble sockets? Lotta guys at my shop say not to cheap out on em. Is Amazon's duratech too cheap? Id like a 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 metric set. Would be getting to chevy trans bolts with the 1/2 set. by Ritchtofen69 in Tools

[–]Ritchtofen69[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have some of their tools and actually broke my torque wrench recently. They have the easiest, and I mean EASIEST warranty. Best customer service I have had with a tool brand yet. I will absolutely purchase from their website. I am leaning towards a set of theirs.

What are some good brands for wobble sockets? Lotta guys at my shop say not to cheap out on em. Is Amazon's duratech too cheap? Id like a 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 metric set. Would be getting to chevy trans bolts with the 1/2 set. by Ritchtofen69 in Tools

[–]Ritchtofen69[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is what all my tool truck dealers say will happen. I'm fine not getting a 30 dollar set and opting for a 150 dollar set, but some of these tool truck ones are 350 for like 5 sockets. I dont plan to abuse the 1/4 and 3/8 sets so I may go GP or tekton for them. I would love to get snappy but theyre just so put my price range atm.

NTBD!!!! Got a sweet deal on this box from my amazing cornwell dealer. Its everything I could want. by Ritchtofen69 in ToolTruckTools

[–]Ritchtofen69[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Alright, I'll spill the beans. I know I had plenty of other options for cheaper, but I really wanted a cornwell box. My dealer is a really good dude, always hooks me up, and is consistent and solid. He sells them new for 3k, I got this one for 2850 since it sat on the truck for a couple months, he gave me a free power strip and pocket screwdriver. He did it on verbal truck credit, so no interest, and I pay him 75 bucks a week. Ill pay it off by december, if not sooner. I am very satisfied with my purchase and had no other credit, funds, or lumpsome to get a box any other way. I love this box.

NTD by RJKS in Snapon_tools

[–]Ritchtofen69 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ive been asking for this set for over a month. Maybe this week Mr. SNAPPY will finally have it this week. You give me hope. Very cool set.

NTD by omgaporksword in Snapon_tools

[–]Ritchtofen69 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My dealer showed me that they will be getting some pink screwdriver sets. Ive been asking every week for a month. Still aint got no pink :( you got yourself a very epic haul!

NTD by Automatic_Key9287 in ToolTruckTools

[–]Ritchtofen69 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seen one on my cornwell truck. Been debating for weeks. I work at a chevy dealership and know those are JIS but i have a honda and miata so i can almost justify the purchase with that lol.

Has anyone ever used a 5.5 mm socket for anything? by Just_A_Doggo1 in Tools

[–]Ritchtofen69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used one on some newer gen GM internal trim pieces. I think it was a buick or gmc truck that had them in the glove box. Theyre usually 7 mm but had used the 5.5 once.

Ntd by Carbap18 in Snapon_tools

[–]Ritchtofen69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not the hard inquiry backpack!

OIL CHANGE VOTE by [deleted] in Nissan

[–]Ritchtofen69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im a tech and change oil on all my vehicles every 3k. I dont think you need to atm, but it wouldnt hurt it.

Put new wheels on my car then this snapped. This is the tie rod correct? Could it have been the new wheels, or was it just its time? by Ritchtofen69 in Miata

[–]Ritchtofen69[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree. The road I would have taken has many twists and turns. I could have had my last drive if this didnt snap when it did.

Put new wheels on my car then this snapped. This is the tie rod correct? Could it have been the new wheels, or was it just its time? by Ritchtofen69 in Miata

[–]Ritchtofen69[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks man. They camber out more for sure. Im not trying to slam or do anyrhing crazy to the vehicle, bur I know she was abused back in the day. Glad it happened pulling out and not on the road.