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Charlie Stephens · 12-10-2014, 12:17 AM

A good hub puller such as the reproduction of the KR Wilson.

Charlie Stephens

Kurt in NJ · 12-10-2014, 09:34 AM

A decent paint spray gun ( I have used a Delvilbiss Finishline gun for 20 years --something like this - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ZG2VY66M9EB4MH

A cheap DA sander with a expensive pad --- I have a 20$ da with a 30$ pad

Respirator ---some of the new paints try to kill you -and the older paints are like sniffing glue-a few spare cartridges and filter pads, --a clean new gallon paint can is nice to keep it in -box of dust masks for sanding

Pressure regulator with a filter/dryer ---nothing much worse than having the paint gun spit some water on the fresh paint

A can of air tool oil

CarlG · 12-10-2014, 10:54 AM

In addition to the obvious mechanics tools, I would suggest an Engine hoist, engine stand, rear spring spreader, all in addition to the tools suggested above.

Owning a Model A is really just an excuse to obtain more tools!

Merc Cruzer · 12-10-2014, 11:04 AM

100 wire brushes, they will all be trashed by the time the car is finished.

JohnLaVoy · 12-10-2014, 11:08 AM

Blast cabinet gets used a lot. Nuts & Bolts were mentioned, Roy Nacewicz (www.fordbolts.com) has very correct sizes and finishes of those for the Model A. Also I would recommend the MAFCA/MARC Judging Standards, it gives them what they are looking for on the cars available at www.mafca.com.

Fred K-OR · 12-10-2014, 12:47 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Charlie Stephens

A good hub puller such as the reproduction of the KR Wilson.

Charlie Stephens

Mitchell makes a universal hub puller for around $50.

Logan · 12-10-2014, 01:18 PM

If youre wanting to get them an air powered tool, id say a sanding DA, or a small 3 inch hand grinder so when theyre cleaning metal up, they can get it clean clean. Other than that a blasting cabinet is essential for a restoration. Other than basic hand tools to complete a restoration, what i use most is body hammers and dolly's. Ive found a cheap body hammer can be used on many things other than beating sheet metal. Theyre great when you dont want to swing the 3 pound sledge at something.

Purdy Swoft · 12-10-2014, 01:43 PM

A mig welder and a self darkening helmet

LopezCarguy · 12-10-2014, 02:50 PM

just remember with the sandblast cabinet comes the need for compressor..both great to have especially since the compressor does duty for painting and air driven tools..

Bruce Lancaster · 12-10-2014, 02:56 PM

There are a lot of medium-priced specialized tools available now for Model A jobs that can't be done with your basic hammer and adjustable wrench... stuff like rear axle overhaul tools and the aforementioned hub puller...these are modern fabricated tools emulating the functions of original dealer service tools.
The hub puller would be first on my list, and usable versions are available at a number of different levels from basic to magnificent.

Purdy Swoft · 12-10-2014, 04:12 PM

If an air compressor is your choice, A two stage would be the better choice because you get less water in the air hose. If any sandblasting is in the plans, a compressor of at least 18 CFM ( cubic feet per minute ) would be my choice .

12-10-2014, 12:17 AM	#21
Charlie Stephens Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,305	Re: Best Tools to Start Restoration A good hub puller such as the reproduction of the KR Wilson. Charlie Stephens

12-10-2014, 09:34 AM	#22
Kurt in NJ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: on the Littlefield Posts: 6,555	Re: Best Tools to Start Restoration A decent paint spray gun ( I have used a Delvilbiss Finishline gun for 20 years --something like this - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ZG2VY66M9EB4MH A cheap DA sander with a expensive pad --- I have a 20$ da with a 30$ pad Respirator ---some of the new paints try to kill you -and the older paints are like sniffing glue-a few spare cartridges and filter pads, --a clean new gallon paint can is nice to keep it in -box of dust masks for sanding Pressure regulator with a filter/dryer ---nothing much worse than having the paint gun spit some water on the fresh paint A can of air tool oil

12-10-2014, 10:54 AM	#23
CarlG Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 9,192	Re: Best Tools to Start Restoration In addition to the obvious mechanics tools, I would suggest an Engine hoist, engine stand, rear spring spreader, all in addition to the tools suggested above. Owning a Model A is really just an excuse to obtain more tools! __________________ Alaskan A's Antique Auto Mushers of Alaska Model A Ford Club of America Model A Restorers Club Antique Automobile Club of America Mullins Owner's Club

12-10-2014, 11:04 AM	#24
Merc Cruzer Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Conifer, Colorado Posts: 2,518	Re: Best Tools to Start Restoration 100 wire brushes, they will all be trashed by the time the car is finished.

12-10-2014, 11:08 AM	#25
JohnLaVoy Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 779	Re: Best Tools to Start Restoration Blast cabinet gets used a lot. Nuts & Bolts were mentioned, Roy Nacewicz (www.fordbolts.com) has very correct sizes and finishes of those for the Model A. Also I would recommend the MAFCA/MARC Judging Standards, it gives them what they are looking for on the cars available at www.mafca.com.

12-10-2014, 01:18 PM	#27
Logan Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Posts: 1,055	Re: Best Tools to Start Restoration If youre wanting to get them an air powered tool, id say a sanding DA, or a small 3 inch hand grinder so when theyre cleaning metal up, they can get it clean clean. Other than that a blasting cabinet is essential for a restoration. Other than basic hand tools to complete a restoration, what i use most is body hammers and dolly's. Ive found a cheap body hammer can be used on many things other than beating sheet metal. Theyre great when you dont want to swing the 3 pound sledge at something. __________________ Cowtown A's

12-10-2014, 01:43 PM	#28
Purdy Swoft Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Alabama Posts: 8,099	Re: Best Tools to Start Restoration A mig welder and a self darkening helmet

12-10-2014, 02:50 PM	#29
LopezCarguy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Lopez Island, Wa. Posts: 276	Re: Best Tools to Start Restoration just remember with the sandblast cabinet comes the need for compressor..both great to have especially since the compressor does duty for painting and air driven tools.. __________________ The only thing worth learning is what you learn after you know it all !!

12-10-2014, 02:56 PM	#30
Bruce Lancaster Member Emeritus Join Date: May 2010 Location: Madison, NJ Posts: 5,230	Re: Best Tools to Start Restoration There are a lot of medium-priced specialized tools available now for Model A jobs that can't be done with your basic hammer and adjustable wrench... stuff like rear axle overhaul tools and the aforementioned hub puller...these are modern fabricated tools emulating the functions of original dealer service tools. The hub puller would be first on my list, and usable versions are available at a number of different levels from basic to magnificent.

12-10-2014, 04:12 PM	#31
Purdy Swoft Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Alabama Posts: 8,099	Re: Best Tools to Start Restoration If an air compressor is your choice, A two stage would be the better choice because you get less water in the air hose. If any sandblasting is in the plans, a compressor of at least 18 CFM ( cubic feet per minute ) would be my choice .