Tools and Fixit Stuff

[bubblerboy64]

Boy, That's a tuff one to answer and to at the same time provide
something useful in the way of information. I tend to think that I
would not buy much in the way of tools until you find a specific
need. I think I would invest in a simple tool kit which you can find
at any of stores such as Home Depot or Lowe's. If you don't already
have them. Plier, asorted screw drivers, wrenches etc. I don't own a
BB as yet as well but I do have a 5th wheel trailer. We each have our
own comfort level as to what types of repairs and fixits we are able
and willing to tackle. Not too certain a BB is the place to start.
My impression is that you have to be a pretty skilled mechanic
plumber carpenter and electician to tackle much in the repairs of
this creatures. I will make the statement that vintage bluebirds are
best in the hands of rather advanced amature repair people or the
full professionals. I can do some repairs. I added a bathroom in
the basement of my home. I can do simple plumbing and carpentry. Not
too certain there is much I would tackle on a BB other then maybe
cosmetic improvements. Everyone I have talked to tells me be prepared
to spend some money on these older MH's. This is something I am
factoring into my purchase price and into my decision making. Am I a
candidate for this type of thing? I would suggest perhaps you
consider not attempting repairs. If you don't do it right you can
make it worse and spend even more. Not to discourage but in my
opinion (for what ever its worth) I don't think I would pick a BB as
a place to learn. John Heckman










>
> I don't have much of a tool collestion: a hammer, screw driver,
vice
> grips. If I need anything fancier, I want it to come with its own
> operator.
>
> I realise that as a BB owner, I should develop some "fixit" skills
> and an appropriate arsenal of tools. I also notice that some birds
> come with a HUGE tool chest in one of the roll out trays.
>
> 1. Is this tool chest a standard item?
> 2. Is it useful?
> 3. What is the "must have" list of tools for a low to average
skill
> owner?
> 4. Are brand name tools like Dewalt worth their extra cost over
> store brand tools?
> 5. What are some of the relatively simple, common jobs I should be
> prepared to do?
>
> I appreciate your input,
> Ginger
> BB wannabee
>