Tools available for local DIY projects

**M3Bill** · 04-16-2008, 07:07 PM

I don't have any, of course, but a few folks suggested that we sticky a thread with available tools. Please use this thread only to post whatever special tools you have that you are willing to loan/rent out to other local users for DIY car projects. Please include contact information or specify that you want to receive PM's (only do this if you actually check your PM's often!).

Let's see if this works.

**328iJunkie** · 04-16-2008, 10:36 PM

Airbag &CEL tool. and other poo.

**PhilipM3** · 04-17-2008, 12:34 AM

I have a Peake Research Oil Service and Inspection light reset tool. There's really no reason for anyone to borrow it but I'll gladly reset your light if I ever see you around.
Also, I have a nifty grey handled double-sided screwdriver and a set of wrenches; 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, and 13mm.

**M3BimmerBilly** · 04-19-2008, 11:17 AM

AKG RTAB removal tool for E30 and other older BMWs. Makes a messy and hellacious task otherwise simple.
http://www.akgmotorsport.com/rtabremove.html

E39, E46, E36 Control arm/thrust arm bushing/tie rod removal tools. This press tool makes the outer ball joint incredibly easy...dont waste time with a pickle fork.
45mm front hub nut socket with 1/2" adapter and custom inner race removal tool. Makes hub bearing chages a 30min job.

14MM hex diff socket w/14mm spanner and 11mm 12mm flare nut tool for brakes

**MCoupe434** · 04-21-2008, 07:44 PM

I'd like to contribute bbaz, I have his # if anyone needs it.

**svart** · 04-22-2008, 04:32 PM

36, 46mm sockets
BMW bearing tool
mini-sledge(to go with the bearing tool..)

3/8, 1/2 torque wrenches
assortment of metric gear box end wrenches
assortment of metric sockets
MIG welder
OBD2 scan/reset
12 ton shop press

And a whole lot more

Chris: 404-386-3617

**328iJunkie** · 04-24-2008, 05:36 AM

who wants to let me borrow their rear wheel bearing tools sometime soon? I can trade borrowing my peake tools

**charlesnr20** · 04-25-2008, 12:20 PM

I would like my air bag light resest. Where do you find yourself on weekends?

**328iJunkie** · 04-25-2008, 12:57 PM

i wont be down there this weekend (exams) but ill be down next weekend. Ill be around duluth/ATL. might go down to tech to help my buddy move out.

**///M3///M5** · 05-02-2008, 07:46 PM

Originally Posted by 328iJunkie

i wont be down there this weekend (exams) but ill be down next weekend. Ill be around duluth/ATL. might go down to tech to help my buddy move out.

I have a valve spring tool I made. I heard it works pretty well.

**328iJunkie** · 05-02-2008, 09:18 PM

Yes thomas does.and yes it works amazing. and yes he will be getting it back this weekend

Sorry for the delay. thanks again

**Erik L** · 05-10-2008, 11:30 AM

I have a reset tool, I live in Conyers work in McDonough if you need a quick reset.

**qidm67** · 05-12-2008, 11:52 PM

I have:
RTAB tool(s)
FCAB tool(s)
FCAB lollypop tool

All for a price, rent fee, or barter. FS too.

**sparechange** · 05-15-2008, 06:27 PM

I have the Carsoft 6.5 tool I got from Ebay. Functions like resetting service interval not working on my car, could be my DME. Anyone with the Peake tool want to compare notes?

**charlesnr20** · 06-03-2008, 08:54 AM

I'm actually in need of some mechanical advice/assistance on a brake bleed/antifreeze flush for my 98 M Roadster. I'm mechanically inclined but don't want to get into any major trouble by doing something that's not in the do it yourself manual I'm using. I will have the car on jack stands, wheels off, and have all supplies. I will pay for what I would think wouldn't take more than 2 hours of advice and the occasional help. I'm down here in stockbridge. Any takers...

**lelandr** · 06-05-2008, 02:54 PM

I have big sockets (36, 46mm)
36mm wrench for water pump
17mm allen key for E30 tranny fill plug
Various other hand tools used for E30 & E36 projects

**lelandr** · 06-05-2008, 02:57 PM

Originally Posted by charlesnr20

I'm actually in need of some mechanical advice/assistance on a brake bleed/antifreeze flush for my 98 M Roadster. I'm mechanically inclined but don't want to get into any major trouble by doing something that's not in the do it yourself manual I'm using. I will have the car on jack stands, wheels off, and have all supplies. I will pay for what I would think wouldn't take more than 2 hours of advice and the occasional help. I'm down here in stockbridge. Any takers...

Not sure if it's the same as E36, but the bleed procedure is easy.
Connect pressure bleeder.
Pressurize.
Turn key to "On" position (no motor running)
Open farthest bleed screw
With the screw OPEN, have your helper pump the brake pedal 10x (don't worry fluid will not go back in), which tells the ABS controller to bleed
Close bleed screw
Repeat for other 3 screws

Note that for E30s this is the same, except you need 12 pumps.

**mball19** · 06-10-2008, 12:54 PM

I am in Savannah and have the following:

Peake SRS tool (1994-2000 models)
Spring compressors
Air compressor and impact wrench
Assorted hand tools

**eugenem3** · 07-07-2008, 02:15 PM

Anyone have camshaft locking/positioning tool I can borrow? for 6 cyll, and 8 cyll.Please let me know ASAP.

**GeorgeF31** · 07-15-2008, 12:43 AM

Peake R5/FCX-3-U good for 1987 - 2007. Yes, I went the extra $30 for the heck of it.

**legendary** · 07-26-2008, 10:54 PM

Fender Roller...
We can barter/rent/etc.

**rneily** · 08-12-2008, 06:13 PM

I have Autoenginuity SES Reset Software as well as the Desktop Dyno
I also have the S54 engine valve tool
as well as a ton of other crap that I cant think of right now...