Originally Posted by TexasHonda

I have both types of torque wrenches, and find that both are useful at times. The beam torque wrench is accurate for small diameter bolts, but a bit awkward. The click/release ratchet torque wrench is good up to 150 ft-lbs which covers most larger bolts.

Regarding tools, I have several that yield pleasure when they solve a problem.

1) wobbly sockets - When you need a bit of flexibility and misalignment w/ power to break a bolt or nut, these work wonders. I couldn't live w/o them.

2) Magnetic screwdriver w/ interchangeable screwdriver inserts. Holding the screw w/ magnetism provides a valuable third hand at times.

3) Ratchet driver w/ flexible extension. This allows access to screws and bolts that are impossible otherwise. Another tool I couldn't live w/o.

4) OBD2 scanner - Impossible to properly diagnose any modern car w/o them. The added features of scanning and graphing can be very useful.

regards