Most do-it-yourselfers already have the basic tools necessary to build a wind turbine in the garage or shed. You will need a good wrench set, a saw, drill and drill bits. Additional tools may be required depending on the plans you are following and the type of windmill you plan to make.
Wilmar Wrench Sets
With any wind turbine project, plenty of nuts and bolts are involved. Any of the following wrench sets will get the job done.
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Performance Tool w38886 6 Piece 1/2 Drive Large Hex Bit Socket Set 3/8", 1/2" , 9/16", 12mm, 14mm, 17mm Sale Price: $14.21  |
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Wilmar Performance - 6Pc 1/2Dr Hex Bits (3/8In-1/2In- - Hex Sockets / Bits - This part MAY have several vehicle applications. Please inquire when in question. |
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Wilmar W1069 22-Piece SAE/Metric Polished Combo Wrench Set Sale Price: $21.99 |
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22 - Pc. SAE / Metric Combo Wrench Set. Precision Wrenches offering sure leverage on tough nuts and bolts. Strong-made with polished chrome vanadium steel. It's a complete Set that makes sure you always have the right size at hand... |
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Tekz 16204 204-Piece Master Drill & Bit Set in Quad-Fold Case Sale Price: $56.25 |
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Includes 42 nitride-treated high speed steel drill bits, 51 titanium-coated high speed steel drill bits, 8 brad point wood boring drill bits, 10 wood boring bits, 3 hex-shank pilot bits, 14 masonry bits, 10 power nut drivers, 47 power screwdriver bits, 3 nail sets, center punch, 3 drill stoppers, 3 screw finders, 2... |
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Wilmar W30936 5 Piece Spark Plug Socket Set Sale Price: $11.31 |
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Wilmar W30936 5pc Spark Plug Socket Set |
Dewalt Table Saws
A tough, high-quality table saw will help you avoid headaches. Get a good clean cut every time.
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Bench Dog 10-035 Bench Cookie Work Grippers, 4-Pack Sale Price: $7.90 |
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Bench Dog Bench Cookie work grippers are versatile, non-slip bench pads that lift, grip, and protect your work. With their high-friction rubber surfaces and durable cores, they prevent projects from slipping as you plane, sand, carve, assemble, and more... |
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Black & Decker WM425 Workmate 425 350-Pound Capacity Portable Workbench Sale Price: $89.97 |
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Black & Decker’s WM425 Workmate 425 350-pound capacity portable workbench has an extremely durable and sturdy frame and an innovative one-handed clamp system. Its feature set and reliability make it ideal for carpenters, woodworkers, DIY enthusiasts, home mechanics, and anyone looking for home shop assistance... |
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Black & Decker JS660 Jig Saw with Smart Select Dial Sale Price: $22.99 |
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Black & Decker’s JS660 jig saw has a SmartSelect dial that automatically sets optimal orbital settings, with seven helpful pre-programmed settings. These, combined with the saw’s other features, make it ideal for cutting wood, metal, and plastic and for making straight and curved cuts... |
Makita Cordless Drills
Since you will be working on your windmill outdoors, having a cordless drill is handy indeed.
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DEWALT DC515K 1/2 Gallon 18-Volt NiCd Cordless Wet/Dry Vac Sale Price: $114.99 |
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The DeWalt DC515K Heavy Duty 1/2-gallon 18-volt Ni-Cad Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum features dual clean-up modes for debris clean-up with either the front utility nozzle or the extendable heavy-duty rubber hose... |
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Bare-Tool Makita BTW450Z High Torque Impact Wrench (Tool Only, No Battery) Sale Price: Too low to display |
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Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2-Inch Impact Wrench delivers high-torque impact power with a 1/2-Inch square drive that will fit impact-rated socket sets. The versatile BTW450Z packs plenty of torque for a wide range of fastening and loosening tasks, and is a powerful and convenient substitute for air powered and AC wrenches... |
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Milwaukee 0880-20 18-Volt Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum Sale Price: $92.49 |
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The Milwaukee cordless wet/dry vacuum works with all Milwaukee 18V slide-on batteries to offer higher air power and suction to provide quick and easy removal of dust, debris and water, along with long continuous run time... |
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Milwaukee 2691-22 18-Volt Compact Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit Sale Price: Too low to display |
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The 2691-22 M18 cordless 2-tool combo kit includes the Compact Driver (MWK-2601-20) and the 1/4" Hex Impact Driver (MWK-2650-20). The M18 Cordless System's patented technologies and electronics, innovative motor design, and superior ergonomics provide the most efficient blend of power, weight and performance in the industry... |
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DEWALT DCD760KL 18-Volt 1/2-Inch Cordless Compact Lithium-Ion Drill/Driver Kit Sale Price: Too low to display |
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Powered by Lithium-Ion batteries for long-lasting, reliable performance without the weight of nicad packs the DEWALT DCD760KL 1/2-Inch 18-Volt Cordless Compact Lithium-Ion Drill/Driver is a powerful tool... |
Denali Drill Bit Sets
Be sure to have the correct drill bits for the job. Here is a sampling of popular sets.
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Denali 115-Piece Home Repair Tool Kit Sale Price: $60.87 |
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Every home needs a good set of basic tools, and kits are a great way to get them at a considerable savings. Three things make Denali’s 115-piece kit stand outâthe price, an exceptional selection of screwdriver bits, and last but not least, the bag... |
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Denali 3.6-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Screwdriver Kit with Wall-Mountable Charger Sale Price: $26.29 |
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Don't be fooled by its compact size, the Denali 3.6-volt lithium ion cordless screwdriver is a powerful tool for serious do-it-yourselfers. The ergonomically designed pistol-grip tool fits into the palm of your hand and weighs a mere 13 ounces... |
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Denali Titanium 136-Piece Contractor's Drill and Drive Bit Accessory Set Sale Price: $42.24 |
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Denali's 136-piece titanium drill and drive accessory set was designed to meet the everyday needs of contactors and serious do-it-yourselfers. The set features titanium-coated drill bits for superior strength and durability, as well as a complete lineup of quick connect accessories for fast and easy bit changing... |