What is in your Toolbox?

[cameron]

Inspired by Linda Lee's post:

http://www.atlantareefclub.org/forums/showthread.php?t=10033&highlight=tool">http://www.atlantareefclub.org/forums/showthread.php?t=10033&highlight=tool</a>

I want to build the ARC take anywhere toolbox. So I will start with the tools I think should be in. Feel free to chime in add your own or change a tool out. When we get done, I will put the contents and where to find them in a single post for others to duplicate.

The rules are pretty simple. No expensive tools. I want to keep the entire kit under $200. Tools have to be small and portable. This precludes most electrical devices but if one is deemed worthy (such as a flashlight) it will be included. The toolkit should include most items necessary for a quick repair, fragging or adding a common item onto a tank. Supplies should be included such as super glue and razor blades.

[B]Container[/B]
Used Salt Bucket - Free
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=94868">Bucket Organizer $10</a>


[B]Tools[/B]
[IMG]http://www.cooking.com/products/shprodde.asp?SKU=587330">Turkey Baster - $8</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=39749">PVC Cutters $5</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=36872">Scissors $2</a>
[IMG]http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=15599&catid=33675">Toothbrush - $1</a>
[IMG]http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=DR-BS60&Category_Code=coralfrag">Bone Cutters $14</a>
[IMG]http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=MAG-FLOATL&Category_Code=">Mag Float $27</a>
[IMG]http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=EB-SA-G&Category_Code=">Easy Scrapper for Mag Float - $13</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=47737">Tape Measure $2</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=90802">Knife $6</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=9577">Screwdriver Set $6</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=95340">Plier Set $13</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=95930">Ball Pein Hammer $3</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=47995">Eye Loupe (Magnify) $2</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=94500">Pick and Hook Set $3</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=95763">Mag Flashlight $10</a>


[B]Supplies[/B]
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=4635">Teflon Pipe Tape $3</a>
[IMG]http://www.samsclub.com/shopping/navigate.do?dest=5&upc=4517385977&pid=_Froogle">Pipe Cleaners $9</a>
[IMG]http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=BA-FP&Category_Code=coralfrag">Frag Plugs - $5</a>
[IMG]http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=EB-RB&Category_Code=">Easy Scrapper Blades $6</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=93085">Razor Blades $2</a>
[IMG]http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=87383&catid=31335">Super Glue $3</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=96807">Cold Shrink Tape $5</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=34637">Zip Ties $2</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=37052">Nitrile Gloves $6</a>
[IMG]http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=94842">Duct Tape $1</a>

[B]Total[/B]
$167

Comments, add ons, replacements or better deals are all welcome.

 

[triga22]

Smart Idea! I dont think that there really isnt anything to add. What exactly do you want to be in it. I could see adding a refractometer. That is expensive though.

 

[schwaggs]

I would like a clamp, http://cgi.ebay.com/12-Kelly-Hemostat-Forceps-Surgical-Dental-Instruments_W0QQitemZ180190546476QQihZ008QQcategoryZ19327QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem">like this one </a>for pulling algea (hair and bubble, ftagging acros, etc.

An electical tester [IMG]http://cgi.ebay.com/400-030-Electrical-Receptacle-Tester-for-GFCI-Outlets_W0QQitemZ180189641992QQihZ008QQcategoryZ42291QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem">like this one </a>to verify circuits are wired correctly and GFCI circuits work and are powered on.

Cheap powerhead, for emergencies.

Refractometer and test kits already mentioned.

 

[jetchris]

of course a dremel tool, extra bulkheads, extra locline stuff, PVC cement,

 

[cameron]

Forcep Clamp - In
Multimeter - In
Generic Clamps - In
Airline Tubing/Acclimation Kit - In
Dip and Pour Containers - In
Cheap Powerhead - In
PVC cement - In

Test Kits/Temp/Refractometer - Hmmm, this is something you would likely carry along or have around but not sure it belongs in the toolbucket as a perm fixture. May have to add a seperate optional test section. Refractometer and temp falls into this section as well I believe.

Dremel Tool - I am on the fence on this one. They are handy but not usually needed in most every day kind of scenarios. What does everyone else think?

Bulkheads/Locline/PVC - Those all go into a seperate job section I think. If I am going to handle a plumbing problem I am bringing along a host of stuff I wouldn't put in my everyday tool kit. I just have never needed a bulkhead out of the blue nor lockline. I like to think of this as the emergency survival reef kit/everyday toolbox kinda thing.

 

[reefknight]

In addition to some of the items that you already have I always keep a set of measuring spoons/ cups and a graduated cylinder. These items I would classify under the optional test kit section. I keep all of my testing equipment in a plastic tool box so it can go anywhere, anytime. As part of the tool box section you always need the ever so handy; toothbrush.

 

[cameron]

Measuring Cups/Spoons - In

Toothbrush - Already on the list

 

[mojo]

Weldon 4 and 16 and some small pieces of acrylic, for those quick fixes or emergency patches

 

[cameron]

Weldon 4 - In
Weldon 16 - In
Acrlic Scrap - In

 

[cameron]

Plastic cards - In
Protective Eyeware - In
Headlamp - In
Velcro - In
Fishing Line - In
Epoxy - In
Extension Cord - In
Surge Protector - In

Bridal Veil - What is it used for?

Towels - That is sepearte from the toolkit. They are necesarry, but don't really consider them a tool or supply.

Tongs - Handy sometimes but necessary... hmmm... will add to my consider list.

Air pump is situational to me. I have never actually needed one.

 

[dough]

Dental tools that you can get free from your dentist. Great for scraping, grabbing, pulling and other delicate uses.

 

[lorenk]

I didn't see bottle opener on the list.

Seriously, is tubing on the list somewhere? Like airline?

 

[lorenk]

Nvm...I see it.

 

[cameron]

Small level - In
Bridal Veil - In
Rubberbands - In
Toothpicks - In
Tongs - In

Dental Tools - Already have most of the standard dental tools listed. Any that I missed?

Bottle Opener - Aside from the beer Chrisjet drinks when he is working on his tank, what do you need this for?

 

[lorenk]

Obviously for micro-brews.

How about wire ties and wire clips (whatever those screw on clips for wires are called).

 

[lorenk]

Sorry, I meant wire nuts.

LorenK;109262 wrote: Obviously for micro-brews.

How about wire ties and wire clips (whatever those screw on clips for wires are called).

 

[cameron]

Zip ties are on there. I could add mounting cable zip ties. Those are pretty handy.

What do you fellows think of adding a small rechargable drill?

 

[lorenk]

Yes on the drill.

I meant wire nuts, not zip ties. Useful for splicing wire together for a fan or lights.

 

[cameron]

Drill - In
Wire nuts - In
Screw Set - In