Hi all, just want to ask, i have a 97 TF magna and want to start changing brakes, front shocks and cv joints, i want to know what basic tools to do the job, ie what size in sockets, spanners etc etc to get the job done....any info would be appreciated...ps i dont have the workshop manual, does anyone know where i can get one from????..cheers Muzza

hey mate

first off welcome to the forum :D

when you say brakes, do you mean pads or discs or other items?
if brake pads,theyb are a 12mm bolt from memory so you will need two spanners(one to hold the nut and one to undo the guide bolt).you will also need a brake pad spreader(think it was called that from memory which helps to push the piston into the bore.if you dont have one, a g clamp and an old brake pad will do but the spreader is cheap from your local auto store

for the TF, there is one avaliable.i have a Gregorys one for my TF and it works well(from super cheap).there are online ones but from memory these were for th onwards?same but different
http://www.aussiemagna.com/forums/showthread.php?t=97431

also i just happen to have my workshop manual while typing this so i will look on how to remove the cv's and such

Tools are best collected as you need them, with some exceptions - helps to spread the cost.

Sets: (Standard kits cost less than sockets/spanners bought individually - look for ones that are made of chrome/vanadium.)
Sockets, 1/2" drive, 10 mm, 12, 14, 15, 17. Plug socket.(Might need to add to these later, like 32 mm for driveshafts, deep sockets, impact sockets, etc)
Ring/open ended spanners,in above sizes.
Also need socket handle, extension bars, etc.

That's for starters.

Torque wrench! 1/2" drive.

Assorted screwdrivers.

Check eBay for prices.

Tools are best collected as you need them, with some exceptions - helps to spread the cost.

Sets: (Standard kits cost less than sockets/spanners bought individually - look for ones that are made of chrome/vanadium.)
Sockets, 1/2" drive, 10 mm, 12, 14, 15, 17. Plug socket.(Might need to add to these later, like 32 mm for driveshafts, deep sockets, impact sockets, etc)
Ring/open ended spanners,in above sizes.
Also need socket handle, extension bars, etc.

That's for starters.

Torque wrench!

Assorted screwdrivers.

dont forget ratcheting spanners if you have them, they are a freakin lifesaver :D

A spanner set, a decent socket set and maybe an extension will go a long way.
Most common socket sizes in that area are 12, 14 and 17mm. For the top of the shocks i think its a 19mm. Make sure you buy or lend some spring compressors, otherwise you might shoot someone with a strut top.

Edit: What MadMax said. ;)

Hi all, just want to ask, i have a 97 TF magna and want to start changing brakes, front shocks and cv joints, i want to know what basic tools to do the job, ie what size in sockets, spanners etc etc to get the job done....any info would be appreciated...ps i dont have the workshop manual, does anyone know where i can get one from????..cheers Muzza

Hey muzza, its Rob here mate. Am I still doing your brakes? You didn't reply to my text.

Oh btw i forgot to mention its a 2.4l TF,,,to Johnvirus im wanting to do all thats in the front wheel bays including pads and rotors, shocks and cv joints, so i just need the size of spanners/sockets etc etc for all those..and as Madmax has eluded to is that i only need to get the tools just to do that particular area..cheers Muzza