GIFT GUIDE FOR BEGINNER DIY MECHANICS IN 2024
It’s not easy finding gifts for any DIY mechanic dad, men, guys, or gals.
Don't worry we have you covered from birthdays to holidays like Christmas.
We’ve compiled a list of 20 affordable best gifts for mechanics. Don’t worry, these items will be used on a daily basis for any DIY auto mechanic lover.
RYOBI 18V ONE+ CORDLESS SYSTEM
Don’t discount Ryobi. Ryobi is durable, reliable, and very reasonably priced. They also make over 100+ cordless tools which share the same battery system.
Ryobi batteries also have an LED indicator on the batteries which displays how much juice is left before requiring another charge which comes in handy. If you want to dive a little deeper, we also put together a Miwaukee vs Ryobi guide here too.
The Ryobi 3/8” 3 speed impact wrench has tons of torque which helps loosen stubborn bolts and tightens anything with ease. It also includes a tri-beam LED system to enhance visibility in dark places. https://amzn.to/3g99yd3
If you need something slightly different, you can go with the Ryobi cordless ratchet power tool. This is every DIY mechanics gift dream. No more manual ratcheting which equals less body aches and pains for your gift receiver.
This Ryobi working light is super bright for being powered by a rechargeable battery. The LED comes with two sections which allows for a 270 degree rotation of half the LED lights and also includes a working hook. If you give it as a gift and they already have one, having two is even better.
This super portable Ryobi high pressure inflator can get those tires set to the right pressure. Great for road trips and a way to quickly check your tire pressure without paying 3 quarters at the gas station.
The Ryobi 150-Watt Powered Inverter Generator allows Ryobi batteries to be used to power or charge a laptop, tablet, or phone on the go. This makes for a perfect gift for folks on the go.
6. Ryobi 2 Pack Battery + Charger
Don’t forget to pick up a 2 pack of Ryobi 18v 4.0Ah Batteries plus charger which work on any of the Ryobi ONE+ cordless tools. These batteries can make for a great gift bundle or standalone gift accessory for current Ryobi cordless tool owners.
MILWAUKEE PACKOUT SYSTEM
Some would say how dare you mix Milwaukee with Ryobi, but Milwaukee Packouts are super cool, sturdy, and robust tool organization system. Any DIYer would be excited to receive a Packout or Packout accessories especially if they are Milwaukee fans instead of Ryobi. If your guy or gal already has Milwaukee Packouts, the more the merrier and that’s because the Milwaukee Packout system can stack/link together.
We recommend starting with something a little less expensive within the Milwaukee Packout lineup. The Compact Tool Box is small and lightweight which is great for on the go repairs. It comes in under $100.
One or more of these organizers with multiple compartments can be attached to the bottom of the compact tool box or to other Packout containers.
9. Kaizen Foam Insert for Milwaukee Compact Organizer
Foam inserts can be customized for the low-profile compact organizer to fit an assortment of tools in any pattern. This helps keep your DIYer organized to the max.
10. Packout Cleat ‘n’ Feet Mounts
Packout mounting Cleats and Feets allow compact organizers to be hung anywhere in the garage to keep things nice and neat.
CUSTOM SOCKET SETS
More than likely your DIY gift receiver already has regular standard and metric sockets along with a few ratchets. However, they may not have custom specialty sockets/wrenches which help remove irregular type bolts.
This adjustable Crescent wrench with a pass-thru ratchet is a great tool to have handy. You can use the adjustable wrench for miscellaneous bolt sizes or use one of the pass-thru sockets for exact fitment with ratcheting action. It can be thrown into your trunk for quick on the go repairs too.
Hex screws are becoming commonly used in cars and other types of assembly screws. It never hurts to have a socketed version that can be mounted to any existing ratchet. Gift give a full 32 PCs Hex Bit Set which will includes the most common hex sizes.
Torx bolts are also more common in certain cars like BMW. This is another great torx set of sockets which can be part of your gift giving bundle.
Great for taking apart interior car components or other small DIY projects. This finger ratchet hand tool makes quick work of tiny bolts in hard to reach places.
What DIY dad couldn’t use more organization? Pick up a set of magnetic socket organizers to keep all your gifts nice and tidy.
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
Every DIYer needs some leverage for loosening stubborn bolts. This is where the Big Bertha cheater bar comes in. This cheater bar is unique because it can be added to existing tools to extend leverage and it also has a slot for a ratchet too.
The Veepeak OBD II scanner can easily provide diagnostics if your check engine light comes on. It can be hooked up to a phone or tablet via bluetooth which can display additional dash gauges.
18. Torque Wrench
We highly recommend a torque wrench for any DIY dad that’s working in the garage. This will allow any bolt to be mounted to the recommended manufactures torque specifications and prevents over-tightening bolts.
Leatherman are a DIYs best friend. The Leatherman Curl comes in under $100 and has all the right accessories for light jobs. It can be clipped to a belt for easy carrying. Your DIY guy or gal will never leave home without it.
One gift giving screwdriver to rule them all. This multi-bit ratcheting screwdriver has a built in case to hold bits and reduces fatigue with a ratcheting system. Your dad won’t need 50 different screwdrivers anymore.