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[edit] Introduction
Modding wouldn't exist without tools, and although they say a bad workman blames his tools, what they mean is that he's a bad workman because he hasn't got the tools for the job. This handy list of every tool that the modder will ever need will ensure that there's never any reason to blame your tools.
[edit] Basic Tools
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| Every modder has to start somewhere, and these are the basics that almost every good modder has in his or her workshop. If you're new to modding, then click the print friendly button, print out this page, and start to tick of the tools in the following list. Note, these are just selected from the lists below: the tools will re-appear on those lists.
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| Basic Equipment
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[edit] Working Tools
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| After a while you might outgrow your basic tools, and start to dream about bigger, more expansive mods. Then, you realise that cutting out 20 peices of MDF with your Dremel doesn't sound like such a good idea after all. You need bigger and better tools to work larger and more powerful materials.
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| Drilling Tools...
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| Bending and Working Tools...
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[edit] Building Tools
| Building Tools
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| When it comes to Assembly, you'll need various different screws, adhesives, and tools to ensure that everything you put together stays together. These lists will keep you on the right path.
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| Adhesives and Fillers...
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[edit] Finishing and Painting Tools
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| When everything's been put together, you'll be wanting to buff up your metal work, prep it for painting, or something similar: the tools in the following lists will tell you everything you need to know.
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| Finishing & Preparing Tools...
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| Painting Tools...
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[edit] Electronics Tools
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| When making your own circuits, these are some of the basic tools you'll be needing.
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[edit] Safety Equipment
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| These may just save your life one day-can you really put a price on that? It's always a good idea to pick up some good safety gear next time you go out for supplies.
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