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Save some time and money: Skoolie Build tools that you'll actually need
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items I bought many things that I did not need for my skoolie conversion project. These are things that I really, really did need and that work very well. For more detailed explanations about how I did things and what I used, check out my YouTube playlist ...
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Tools for Gutting + Rust Removal
Tools for Gutting + Rust Removal
This tool was a great find for removing rust in corners and hard to get to places in the bus
Carbon Steel Wire Wheel Brush Set - 1/4" Shank
This is great for removing gunk after take down the flashers
Abrasive Eraser Wheel Adhesive Remover Tool
You need really high Quality drill bits to get through metal
DEWALT 14-Piece Cobalt Drill Bit Set
Essential for waterproofing flasher deletes and any other add-ons. You need stuff thats intended for cars like this so it can endure the shaking of the vehicle as you drive
Geocel GC28850 Pro Flex RV Sealant - 10 oz.
You want knotted wire wheels like this for rust removal so you get fewer tiny burning shards of metal flying towards your face
1018 Group
Cutting disks for an angle grinder are the best tools for removing bolts on the seats/wheel chair tracks. Gonna need these for a lot.
Cut Off Wheels-F
I did my research to find the best quality and most powerful jig saw that would work for cutting thick sheet metal. This thing is great
PORTER-CABLE 6.0-Amp Corded Orbital Jig Saw
Did a lot of research to find the best angle grinder that would be powerful enough for what I need and last long enough. 100% worth it to invest in a good one because you will use it *all the time*
DEWALT 4.5-5 Inch Angle Grinder Tool
Great driver. Worth the investment
DEWALT 20V MAX Impact Driver with Battery
Best value tape measure with cm and in
25 Ft Measuring Tape, Dual Side Ruler
Best tool for patching holes from stop sign removal and bolt holes. Don't listen to the “penny method”
J-B Weld SteelStik Epoxy Putty Stick - 2 Pack
You'll have to figure out the size you need for your bolts, but make sure you get a deep socket like this so it can fit over the long ass bolts under the bus
Capri Tools 13mm Deep Socket, 1/4" Drive
This is the kind of wrench you need. Make sure the size (¼" or 3/8" etc) matches the size of your deep sockets. There are adapters so if you need a smaller sized socket, you can get one of those
WORKPRO 3/8-Inch Drive Quick-Release Ratchet
For bus seat removal, you will also need a very long wrench (doesn't have to ratchet) for the person on top to hold the bolt still while person underneath the bus unscrews it. this gives you extra leverage and makes your life way easier (make sure it...
URREA 10mm Extra Long Wrench - 12-Point
This came in ***super*** handy. Makes unscrewing bolts WAY faster
BOEN 5-Piece Impact Socket Adapter Set