I found a craftsman screwdriver buried in the mud once with a broken tip. I washed it off and took it over to sears and they replaced it.

They got my vote.

 

I agree that Craftsman tools are the best value: Been using them for 35 years. Some additional items to consider: extensions, and universals. Ideally you should have multiple length extensions and 2 ea. of universals in 3/8" and 1/2".

Finally, I'd suggest asking for Sears gift certificates as presents. That way, you have them for the times you want to buy more tools..

 

I use Mastercraft tools,good enough for what I do.!!!
If you want the best,get the Snap-on.!!!

 

I am a die hard craftsman guy.

I would personally buy it as you need it rather than buy one of those big sets.

Of course buy some basics like a screw driver set and a socket wrench and a set 2 sets of sockets, deep and normal and an extension.

Then just build from there. Today I was at sears at got a universal joint for my 3/8" drive and a rivet gun.

They are having a sale for presidents day. Spend $20 or more and fill the tote bag with stuff. Whatever fits in the bag is 10% off and it is a nice bag free. It is easy to rack up $20 when buying tools.

 

did that and got the free cloth bag today. only complain with craftsman is that the sets they sell (i have the 263 piece) dont have the plus sizes 20+ mm, and half is SAE, but there are 12 and 6 point sockets, deep sockets, and extensions. my advise is buy a simple set, and buy as you need. i have lots of SAE crap i dont need. we have hondas and acuras.

 

Just want to let you know, the Sears in El Cajon, has a 263pc on sale for 199.99, it has every thing you need for socket set, and wrenches, plus you get a tool box. It is the one I bought and I love it.

 

Craftsman does have a metric only set. Go with that. That way you can avoid buying all the standard sizes you won't use. Plus it should be half the cost of the one your buying (at least that's what I got mine for on sale-not sure what it is now, was quite a while ago). You may want to pick up some extra drivers. I like the 3/8 shorties. Easy to handle and you are less likely to over torque. Plus it's nice having extras when you have some buddies helping you out. A flex head is also nice to have. Not necessary, but really nice to have when you need it. Also, you'll need 12 point sockets should you ever swap your clutch and/or flywheel or head studs. ARP uses 12 point (standard size as well I think).

 

i will have to look into this and ask the associate when i get to sears. thanks for the tip!

 

i will go for this if i can't find the metric only tool set. very nice price and set!

 

+ Craftsman