Tools a tractor owner must have

[gemini5362]

I have seen all kinds of posts about how to fix tractors, or what tractors to buy, or whether or not Harbor Freight tools are a good thing to buy. I was reading a post someone was answering for a new tractor owner and I wondered, what tools or equipment have the most of us felt was something we do not know how we could live without when it comes to working on or using our tractors. In another post I mentioned that an Air compressor is something I consider mandatory. I also think an air powered impact wrench is something that I would not imagine not having. I have several others but am curious to see what other people find the most useful.

 

[RobS]

I suppose it depends on what kind of work you intend to do, and how much work your tractor will require. Beyond those considerations, mostly just car maintenance stuff. I'd put a good floor jack pretty high on the list. Of course, socket sets including larger sizes for some of the bigger hardware on tractors. Check also SAE vs. metric as a lot of these machines are all metric.

I've been fortunate in that I haven't had to do much wrenching on my tractor. And thankfully, nothing related to the diesel systems as I don't have much know-how there!

 

[Runner]

Torque wrench.

 

[gemini5362]

a lot depends on budget and space. I have actually found that a hydraulic press comes in handy. If you are a klutz like me you wind up bending things. It is nice to be able to take them off take them to the press and straighten them.

 

[Solo]

The one thing I use the most is a 12" Crescent wrench. I carry 2 with me all the time. I can tighten or remove just about anything on my tractor. Another thing I find extremly handy is a 99 piece socket set from Sears.

Solo

 

[WilliamBos]

Torque wrench.

Extremely handy and necessary.

The one thing I use the most is a 12" Crescent wrench. I carry 2 with me all the time. I can tighten or remove just about anything on my tractor. Another thing I find extremely handy is a 99 piece socket set from Sears.

Solo

Home Depot now sells a crescent wrench - ratcheting style. Gonna pick up 1 of each size, they work great adjusting the 3PT links.

 

[Ken_CT]

A cell phone. I won't use my tractor without it. I am usually alone when on the tractor and if anything would ever happen, and I'm able to use it, a cell phone can summon help. Of course you have to have reception for it to have any value.

 

[texasjohn]

3lb short handle sledge hammer.... for adjusting things that are almost in alignment.

agree with
crescent wrenches
phone

 

[WilliamBos]

also ratchet, socket(s) for changing snow blower shear pins in winter time.

 

[wushaw]

14mm, 7/8" and crescent wrench is all I have in my pouch except when servicing, then the list gets bigger.