So I took my F-Type home yesterday (yay! Post about that later) and from lurking the forum for a year or so, I know a couple things I should get in order to be ready.

• Mityvac for oil changes
• CTEK for battery maintenance

What else would you put in your 'New Owner's Toolkit' so to speak? Equipment, tools, quality-of-life items, etc...

 

You’ll want an oil filter wrench too. I use a torque wrench with mine.

I’m not sure if Amazon links still work correctly here, but here’s the one I and a number of forum members have gotten…

Motivx Tools MX2325-US 88.5mm / 90mm 15 Flute Precision CNC Machined Oil Filter Wrench Compatible with Land Rover and Jaguar 3.0L and 5.0L Gas Engines

Motivx Tools MX2325-US 88.5mm / 90mm 15 Flute Precision CNC Machined Oil Filter Wrench Compatible with Land Rover and Jaguar 3.0L and 5.0L Gas Engines

 

How about a tire plug kit? On our 'vert, it easily hides under the trunk carpet/tray.

At least, assure that the factory tire seal glop hasn't expired.

 

I also got a 1/2” torque wrench and lug nut socket set - 92 ft/lb is the target IIRC.

 

Not sure what year F-Type you picked up, but you may want to check the bottle of tire sealant in the trunk near the battery. It may have expired. A few of us have replaced expired bottles with the Airman Unibottle found on Amazon.


Also check around the battery for the tow hook and tow hook holder. It is stored right next to the battery. They tend to go missing.

Good luck with the new ride.

 

@Nick-Type S Pictures please of your new ride!

 

10mm socket to keep in the glove box for those moments to disconnect the battery to fix a potential bug or the battery drain issue.

 

If it’s a convertible, a SmartTop controller.
https://www.mods4cars.com/sms/db/smarttop/

 

I know that this is a bit on the “larger” side of suggestions, but if you are at all inclined to get a lift I cannot even put into words how awesome those Quickjack lifts are. I’m in Canada and I purchased mine from babco.ca. Great to deal with.

My particular model is the 7000TLX, and it works perfectly to catch the span of my car. Not sure what the latest version is, but I think the biggest thing to pay attention to is to make sure you get a “TLX” version. This lifts the car at least an extra 3 to 4 inches over a non-TLX version, and you’d be surprised how much of a difference that makes in terms of work feel/comfort.

 

Also, you can’t discount the importance of having a good quality set of torque wrenches if you are inclined to do your own work, preferable high quality digital units. These are obviously core tools.

I could suggest a nice digital AC Delco that I have specifically for doing my oil changes, and anything in the smaller range of torques:


This is a fairly inexpensive unit with a fairly typical warranty, but at the same time you’re not laying out big dollars.


This is one that I would suggest for mid-level torques. Basically the best warranty in the business price/quality…There are lots you can buy for slightly less, but why bother given that most of them are basically throw away tools warranty-wise if anything goes wrong (which is not necessarily that uncommon)…This unit is lifetime, no questions asked… ->



I currently have a Snap-on for my larger torques, but honestly, if I had to do it over again I would get the larger torque version of the Tekton I now have for my mid torques…Warranty and quality-wise, yeah, there is literally nothing that rivals these Tektons in my opinion ->

https://www.tekton.com/1-2-inch-driv...rench-trq82123


When I bought my larger torques wrench these Tektons were not available. These Tektons are the exact same gear as the Icon units from Harbour Freight in the US, which also carry no questions asked lifetime warranties…But we don’t have access to Harbour Freight in Canada obviously, so this is the best we can do up here in Canada ;-0

Congrats again on the new car. We look forward to the details.

 

I no longer have my drive on lift, but wanted something to be able to get a wheel on/off. Found a JLR F correct jack on Ebay. I stowed that, plus the lug nut socket and a breaker bar in the bin in the trunk (2017 coupe). I also customized a practice hockey puck to protect the underside of the car from the jack head. There are embossed arrows on the sides of the car to indicate jack position locations. Got to try my system out when one tire had a slow leak. I also bought the UniBottle replacement tire sealant bottle from Amazon, which fits perfectly where the OE one went. I still have the OE air compressor. So hopefully have all bases covered.

 

Check your coolant pipes

 

If you are going there check into MaxJax

 

Well, you asked... It all depends if you are doing work yourself or will have a shop do it for you. My plan is to do it all myselft.

So far, I have:
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1. iCarsoft LR V4.0 scanner
2. MAC Tools BW8SB 8" long ratchet tool. For ease of removing ignition coils on driver side
3. Snap-on SHCP1B hose clamp pliers with flexible cable. For ease of removal of hose clamps. I am tired of pinching my hands doing it the old fashion way. Was so happy to discover this tool existed when I watched some of the videos from folks replacing/upgrading the coolant pipes
4. DPTOOL Fuel Injector Remover Installer Tool
5. Tool set for ease of removal of connectors. Again, too old to get frustrated removing a hose/clip.. and there are many when I get to replacing the coolant pipes
6. Universal radiator pressure tester and vacuum refill kit
7. 9.5 L capacity, pneumatic/manual vacuum oil extractor pump for when I get lazy and do not want to lift the car for an oil change
8. A cute Titan 11313 1/4-inch drive x 4-inch micro 90-tooth swivel head ratchet. I have a larger one, but saw a F-Type owner using one of these in a YouTube video and just went ahead an ordered one... again, best to have the right tools when I work in this car...
9. XK Quarter Edge Trim to install in the front of my F-Type - C2P5094 and C2P5095 pieces, along with 12 of the clips (C2P5091 x 12)
10. Battery tender pigtail to avoid having to open and close front bonnet like I am doing now - I have an extra one, just need to install it.
11. FITCAMX Dash cam with front and rear option. I really like how neatly integrates and gets power from the rearview mirror
12. A couple of oil filters and an oil filter cap wrench. Motivx MX2325
13. Pair of door logo lights - Amazon Link
14. A pair of Steelman Wheel Alignment Pin M12 x 1.5 Female Thread Pilot Guide Lug Bolt Tool
15. Flat tire repair kit - Amazon link
16. Fanttik X10 Pro Tire Inflator - Amazon link
17. Motive Brake Bleeder

Pretty sure I am forgetting a few things... but it is all in my thread (signature link)

 

You know he will never find it when needed... those 10mm socket, wrench, whatever is 10mm, will dissappear the instat you blink...

 

That is what I have. It was amazing in the previous house as I had lower ceiling there. Moved and the ceiling is 12' now. Very tempted to get a four post lift now...

But for a low ceiling, can't beat a MaxJax as a two-post alternative.

 

Definitely looks interesting, but a lot more money than a Quickjack, that’s for sure…

 

Oh interesting, had no idea they had a v4 Icarsoft out.

Kinda curious if it will be able to do GPF soot level readings, and perform the regeneration stuff on it.

 

Yeah but it's a real lift! I considered quickjack a while back but honestly if I really need working space under the car, it's not enough. And I think they are probably more time consuming to set up than my two hydraulic jacks + 4 jack stands. Takes me less than 5 minutes to get the whole car off the ground. I would love something that I could actually sit on a stool under.

Regarding buttons on old cars - probably a supplier thing but also an age and environment thing. Newer cars may just have fewer problems because - well - they are newer. My 11 year old R has no sticky buttons with exception of a scratched up starter. Capped that with a nice aluminum cover from Ebay (looks better than the orange IMHO). Agree on full leather interiors, makes a huge difference in the experience on any year.

 

You’re talking 3 times the cost, so it depends on how important it is to you.

The whole point of the TLX is to give another 3 to 4 inches of height/room. You’d be surprised how much of a difference that makes for space and comfort over the standard model. It’s pretty good.

There’s also space considerations. Much better with a Quickjack in an average garage by my estimation. Wheel them off to the corner, or even better hang them on the wall completely out of the way.

Also, once you are familiar the Quickjack is, well, quick ;-0

To each their own. I was looking for something extremely safe and effective for a reasonable cost. I don’t know anything that beats it on balance frankly. My opinion only at the end of the day.

Can’t recommend them enough.

As for your comments on the buttons, I guess you are referring to the discussion in that other thread?