The Perfect Engine Swap Tools List
Following is a complete list of the tools you’ll need to do an engine swap in your own garage. We have compiled a list of Essential Tools that are necessary to complete your engine swap. We have also compiled a list of Preferred Tools to make your engine swap faster, safer, and more fun.
Essential Tools
These are the minimal tools that you need to swap your own engine.
Ratchet Set
The Sunex Ratchet set is available at Amazon for $21.62.
Socket Set
Icon 3/8 Metric Socket Set is available at Harbor Freight for $39.99.
Set of Wrenches
The Pittsburgh set of wrenches is available at Harbor Freight for $24.99.
1/2″ Breaker Bar
The Pittsburgh tools 1/2″ Breaker Bar is available at Harbor Freight for $9.99.
Screwdriver Set
The Pittsburgh tools Screwdriver Set is available at Harbor Freight for $9.99.
1/2″ Torque Wrench
The Pittsburgh tools 1/2″ torque wrench is available at Harbor Freight for $19.99.
Pullers
Pittsburgh tools pullers are available at Harbor Freight for $19.99.
Rubber Mallet
The Pittsburgh tools rubber mallet is available at Harbor Freight for $4.99.
Prybar
The Pittsburgh tools prybar is available at Harbor Freight for $7.99.
Picks and Hooks
Tekton 6943 picks and hooks are available at Amazon for $7.62.
Allen Wrenches
Pittsburgh tools allen wrenches are available at Harbor Freight for $6.99.
Pliers
Pittsburgh tools pliers are available at Harbor Freight for $16.99.
Sledge Hammer
The Pittsburgh tools sledge hammer is available at Harbor Freight for $9.99.
Engine Lift
The Pittsburgh tools engine lift is available at Harbor Freight for $64.99.
Total Cost of Essential Tools: $266.12
Preferred Tools List
This list is tools that we thought would make your engine swap faster, safer, and more fun.
Impact Sockets
The Sunex 3580 impact sockets are available at Amazon for $172.98.
Impact Wrench
The Milwaukee 2767-20 Impact Wrench is available on Amazon for $205.98.
Exacto Knife
A Craftsman Exacto Knife is available at Amazon for $9.99.
Magnet
Amazon sells a telescoping magnet pickup for $7.00.
Floor Jack
You can find a Pittsburgh floor jack at Harbor Freight for $99.99.
Jack Stands
You can find Pittsburgh jack stands at Harbor Freight for $59.99
Ratcheting Wrenches
You can find Pittsburgh ratcheting wrenches at Harbor Freight for $59.99.
Adjustable Wrench
You can find a Craftsman adjustable wrench at Amazon for $24.99.
Engine Stand
You can find a Pittsburgh engine stand at Harbor Freight for $64.00.
Impact Wrench
You can find a Milwaukee 2854-22 on Amazon for $377.97.
Lift Table
You can find a Haul-Master lift table at Harbor Freight for $299.99.
