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Since we're going to have a new addition to the family, I'm thinking ahead. Although dahubby has tools ad nauseum, I'm sure there's some bits and pieces he'll need to restore/reassemble that '66. Something crucial he can't live without maybe?

Besides a gazillion$ gift certificate to Moss Motors, got any suggestions on tooly type gifts for the guy who has everything (or at least it looks that way)? And NO, I am NOT buying a mig welder.
 
Good ideas (except the welder & sandblasting cabinet) But guys. Let me stress the part that said THE GUY WHO HAS EVERYTHING.

We have 2 air compressors, a tool box stacking thingy that's tall and big, a heater in the insulated garage. As far as greasy bits in the d/w, I probably wouldn't care - but remember, dahubby was a machinist by trade for 32 years at Ameren UE. If he doesn't have it, he can run to the plant and get it/fix it/make it in the machine shop. (that's how my manifold got so purdy)

I'm pretty sure he has a set of metrics. Spanners etc. I'll double check. Keep thinking! I'm probably getting him bits for the car like a top etc, but I need lots of ideas to pass the list about to the kids and my sister. (he'll be thrilled he's not getting shirts and Bass Pro gift certificates--standard Chucky gifts)
 
a few cases of his favorite brew, a case of brats, and a grill shaped like a TR3 /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif
 
Engine stand=kitchen table at this point. And I don't know what a cherry picker is. He has access to the MG Doc's shop/garage, that has a lift etc., but the car isn't going to be driveable for a while.
 
A cherry picker is the boom type engine lift. They come in a collapsible version, that fold when not being used to free up valuable garage space. When used in conjunction with an adapter to allow the engine to be tilted, they make engine removal/installation a snap.
An engine stand is an inexpensive addition that makes working on it much better than doing it on a table. I've got three, and could use three more!
I can think of a lot of specialty tools that may come in handy, such as ball joint/tie rod end splitters, brake adjusment wrenches, power bleeders, ad infinitum.
Jeff
 
Want to make me a list Jeff? Where do I find this stuff, Cummins, etc.?
 
Okay. I'll work on it and PM it to you. Incidentally, I got my cherry picker at Harbor Freight, and have been emminently satisfied with it for the last 10 years.
Jeff
 
I know there's a Cummins store near us, but not sure about Harbor Freight.

I appreciate the list. Just remember, he has access to the majority of things he might need, if he doesn't already have it. And he won't want a one-time thing.

Maybe I should just get him a Moss gift certificate? Nah, I'd rather have stuff to wrap. There's always things like a carpet kit, door panels, a top...but I am certain there are tools he doesn't have that he would need for the cars now and down the road. I know he went out and bought something already, some sort of xxxxxmeter thingy.
 
Jaybird,

We have an engine picker from Cummins great tool. I have a lot of air tools and can't imagine doing without them. I have made an engine stand (not like bugeye talks about)for storing engines (found in Moss Motors and copied). Cummins has an air hose reel (under$20) that is a great stocking stuffer. Holds up to 100' of air hose and keeps it out of the way. There is a spray gun set (tank on top) that is fairly inexpensive. They have brass punch sets, cotter key selections, o ring, and other varied items. I have found that if one of the items breaks (like a air socket) and it is one I use a lot then I buy a good replacement for it, otherwise Cummins is (are?) a good place to start.
 
hmmm... Do you guys already have the specialty tools for the SU carbs? Rear Brake adjusting wrench? How 'bout a box of his and hers assorted bolts to tighten down the loose nuts that might be rolling around? J/K!!!! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif How 'bout something simple... like a ball cap with the MG logo for driving with the top down? I know that, for as much as I like driving my B with the top down, I need to have something on hand to keep the sun out of my eyes... /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif
 
May I suggest an Ezee-Bleed, a UniSyn and/or ~two~ ColourTune kits? These things are not usually in a "regular" tool kit and are really handy for setting LBC's up. Moss or Vickie Brit have 'em listed.
 
I still say my suggestion of a trailer on the MGB Exp is good. That way you can buy a parts car and claim its for parts, but then say it is too good to strip for parts, so you better restore it!
 
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