MorrisJL Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 Me being a newbie... not just in regards to owning a banshee, but having a true toy to work on for the first time... I was wondering what are the must have tools for repairing/maintaining my banshee. I don’t have many tools now... in fact my plastic tool box has what I would call, a shitty excuse of basic, CHEAP tools collected and thrown in unorganized. I know this is a problem, and I should cut a corner off my man card, but plan to buy a respectable setup soon. With that said I was questioning the need to buy specialty tools... I’ll start with a torque wrench... is it a must or do most just tighten nuts and bolts to a reasonable level verses the specified torque...? Any other suggestion for must have tools are welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MN SHEE Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 first thing you need to get is a clymers manual and as for tool you will need metric sockets anw wrenches and the only specialty tol you will need is a flywheel puller thats my 2cents Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STINKYDELUXE Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 If you have a round carrier there are a pair of pliers that make getting the retainer clip on easier, a 3/8 drive impact is a nice to have, I forget the size but a socket that fits the front sprocket is good to have if you change your gearing often. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hibnecker1 Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 I agree about the flywheel puller and yes a torque wrench is a good idea also... you can get a cheaper one that will do the job at your local walmart for $25... Also tou may want to upgrade to a more organized tool set. http://www.craftsman.com/shc/s/p_10155_12602_009C0596000B?vName=Hand+Tools&cName=Tools+Sets&sName=Mechanics+Tool+Sets&prdNo=12&blockNo=12&blockType=L12 Thats the kind of kit that will probably be all you would need Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boise_banshee Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 first thing you need to get is a clymers manual and as for tool you will need metric sockets anw wrenches and the only specialty tol you will need is a flywheel puller thats my 2cents +1 on the clymers manual, I have the Yamaha Service tech manual (75.00) Clymers can be had for 29.00 Both tell you all tools needed in the preface of the books. A battery or pneumatic impact gun is very handy and to me a must. Tourque wrench up to 100 or so ftlbs. Metric impact socket set to 20mm + 32mm.Feeler gauges, make a leak down tester(before u need it) Get a flywheel puller for your bike. I recommend an atv roll around jack, worth every dime. Other than that, like I said, the book has it all listed out. I am trying to scan and convert the yamatech manual to a pdf format so I can send it off to people as we speak, trying to gauge intrest in it right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boise_banshee Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 I agree about the flywheel puller and yes a torque wrench is a good idea also... you can get a cheaper one that will do the job at your local walmart for $25... Also tou may want to upgrade to a more organized tool set. http://www.craftsman.com/shc/s/p_10155_12602_009C0596000B?vName=Hand+Tools&cName=Tools+Sets&sName=Mechanics+Tool+Sets&prdNo=12&blockNo=12&blockType=L12 Thats the kind of kit that will probably be all you would need I am sorry, but as an industrial mechanic, myself I would never trust a cheap torque wrench. U might as well guess at that point. You are buying something to be accurate as not to crush gaskets or bind parts. At least get a NEW craftsmen, you have to be able to trust your equipment. That is one of the few snap-on products I own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrill-billy85 Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 (edited) CLYMER MANUAL metric sockets metric wrenches metric allen wrenches screw driver set assortment of pliers snap ring pliers a good crescent wrench torque wrench (dont cut corners, torque specs exist for a reason) flywheel puller 1/2" impact wrench (pneumatic, or battery powered) ball joint separator http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_SPM2092193903P?prdNo=13&blockNo=13&blockType=G13 cordless drill, and assortment of bits The list is in order of importance IMHO exept for the first 5 items... those are essential ALONG WITH A COMPRESSION TESTER, AN LEAK DOWN TESTER (theres a thread to build your own leak down tester, or i sell them for $35 shipped) honestly the first issue you have (starting, running, jetting etc)one of the FIRST questions were gonna ask are "have you done a compression, and leak-down test) if your answer is NO then its hard/impossible to give you accurate advice.... get BOTH ASAP if you have the full list above, you should be able to completely tear-down, and re-assemble your banshee (i might have forgotten a thing or two) Edited January 22, 2011 by thrill-billy85 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotta_goatsfast Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 I use these most often... Screw Drivers Metric wrench set 1/4 and 3/8 drive Metric socket set (pick up a swivel joint) Metric Allen set Dead blow hammer Pliers grease gun Once and a while... 1/2" drive socket set Impact wrench Hammer Chisel Center punch Grinder Sawzall Welder (I prefer TIG) Prybar Chain-breaker For the engine... Flywheel puller Clutch hub vice (Tusk makes one that is cheap and can be used to hold the flywheel also!) Torque Wrench Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRed350x Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 Chain breaker Battery Powered Impact 1/2" Drive Set of Metric Impact Sockets for Impact Gun Flywheel Puller Standard Length Metric Sockets Deep Length Metric Sockets Metric Allen Wrenches Snap-Ring Pliers Torque Wrench Bore Scope (If its in your budget) Feeler Gauges Metric Open-End Wrenches (I like the ratcheting ones) These items should be added to your normal toolbox assortment... hammers, screwdrivers, channel locks, crescent, etc etc. Spend the money on a good impact gun. They have a million uses both on and off the banshee. Dewalt makes some very nice ones. Just be sure you get one of the 1/2" drive ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RZBansheeMan Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 Crescant Wrench Pipe Wrench Channel Lock Pliers Vise Grips Hammers Screw Drivers Cheater Pipe Pry Bars Just kidding..... Seriously though, the "afore" mentioned, a manual and lots of metric sockets / ratchets and metric wrenches, metric allen wrenches. Maybe a leakdown tester, compression gauge, depending on how mechanically inclined you are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xXBlessedWithDeathXx Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 I didnt see a Carb Sync tool on them lists. if you own a banshee you should own that tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DallasGDub Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 I didnt see a Carb Sync tool on them lists. if you own a banshee you should own that tool. and a good tow rope. lol... I owned a small pos socket set when I got my shee. I then got a really nice mechanic set of craftsman's. I now have a full craftsman tool chest. They are so easy to work on, it makes you want to invest in tools. Pretty much what's listed above are all good choices. Maybe add some C clamps, nut's and bolt kit, and a volt ohm meter. I would dump my cash in a really nice cordless impact and a fully assorted metric socket set first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tundish2800 Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 B.F.H (big fucking hammer) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Jackson Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 Crescant Wrench Pipe Wrench Channel Lock Pliers Vise Grips Hammers Screw Drivers Cheater Pipe Pry Bars sounds like my buddies old toolbox before he sold his only thing missing are a couple butterknives with the tips bent at an angle for pulling old bearing races out , or whats left of em Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coupelx Posted January 22, 2011 Report Share Posted January 22, 2011 Chain breaker Battery Powered Impact 1/2" Drive Set of Metric Impact Sockets for Impact Gun Flywheel Puller Standard Length Metric Sockets Deep Length Metric Sockets Metric Allen Wrenches Snap-Ring Pliers Torque Wrench Bore Scope (If its in your budget) Feeler Gauges Metric Open-End Wrenches (I like the ratcheting ones) These items should be added to your normal toolbox assortment... hammers, screwdrivers, channel locks, crescent, etc etc. Spend the money on a good impact gun. They have a million uses both on and off the banshee. Dewalt makes some very nice ones. Just be sure you get one of the 1/2" drive ones. great list. if you are so inclined a battery powered 3/8 impact is VERY handy for just taking stuff apart. way nicer than an air ratchet. a nice caliper is good for checking a bore size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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