[Baz]

On the subject of tool investment......I'm learning how to repair motorcycle fairings (mostly ABS) right now and am not hesitating to buy whatever tools and materials are needed to do the work.

We're not talking big money here and considering how many fairings I have and the % that need at least some degree of repair makes it a no-brainer as an investment.

I also purchased a vacuum pump a while back and have already used it for my truck's AC and at some point will also be installing a mini-split too and will have it for that.

Brake tubing flare tools - yep. For my cars' brake lines.

Tire change tools and equipment - check. For my motorcycles

Etc etc.....whatever is needed to stay as independent as possible.