[agirard7a]

Ok I know this has been discussed before, but would like to get a survey on the tools you would not do without for a "quality" build. Mine are as follows not in priority.

Pneumatic squeezer
Oil compressor (less noise)
Tungsten bucking bar
Sioux palm drill with hand chuck
2 counter sinks, #30,#40
spring back dimple dies for quality dimples.
Liking the DRD2 dimpler, not essential but very nice.
nice angle drill or angle attachment

 

[Michael Henning]

I have a Dotco right angle drill that has saved my bacon several times. Strap duplicator is another great tool.

 

[agirard7a]

here's another

Here is another would not do without.

http://www.harborfreight.com/6-inch-dial-caliper-66541.html

 

[ppilotmike]

Cleco Runner

I love my pneumatic cleco runner from Pan Am tools:
http://www.panamericantool.com/nova-system-pneumatic-tools/nova-additional-tools/novar-pneumatic-instalation-tool.html
It makes pulling clecos a joy and it's much easier on the hands. I am building a 10 and this little baby has allowed me not to skimp on clecos in my work to save time or energy. When you get to the big stuff, it's a great tool to have. Then you can give the pliers to your helper. ... Just kidding.

 

[Mark Dickens]

A set of Rotabroach hole cutters have come in very handy.
http://www.cleavelandtool.com/prodinfo.asp?number=DBRB7#.UDuKBqMvm9s

 

[mikehoover]

One of my favorites is this hex deburr tool:

http://www.cleavelandtool.com/prodinfo.asp?number=DB04#.UDuMHY5Sw74

 

[larrynew]

Pneumatic squeezer
Oil compressor (less noise)
Tungsten bucking bar
Sioux palm drill with hand chuck
2 counter sinks, #30,#40
spring back dimple dies for quality dimples.
Liking the DRD2 dimpler, not essential but very nice.
nice angle drill or angle attachment

Very good list of the items I wouldn't do without for a second build. Only one I haven't tried is the DRD2. Got a nice angle drill half way through and can't believe how much it helps.

 

[ppilotmike]

the DRDT2

is well worth the money IMHO. I have used a C-frame as well, and I love my DT2. Perfect dimples, quiet and no chance of figure 8's in the skins. My $0.02.