Red Dog Tools Toolkit

[AndyT]

Since I don't have a lot of redundant tools lying around to assemble my own adventure toolkit, I came across Red Dog Tools at the recent SW Overland Expo and ordered one of their toolsets for the Grenadier. The company is based in Alpine, UT (USA) and they assemble the hand tools you might need for specific vehicles and packages them up into a nice, handy roll-up carrying case. The website doesn't show a toolkit for the Grenadier, but the owner, Dave Fairchild, had Grenadier-specific toolsets on display at the Expo. For each vehicle model, he has two toolsets to choose from, a Steelman Pro set, and a more premium Gearwrench set. The Gearwrench set was priced about $100-$150 above the Steelman Pro set. Since this kit was going to be my "break glass in case of emergency" kit that I would take with me when going wheeling and camping, I didn't need a pro set, so I opted for the Steelman Pro set. I ordered it and paid for it at the Expo (March 15) and received the kit in the mail yesterday, March 31. If you go on the website, you can see the variety of tools that are included with the kit, but Red Dog has made sure that they included all the sizes you might encounter if you need to wrench on your truck. The carrying bag is well-made, and the tools are an assortment of Steelman and Titan-branded hand-tools. There are two tools in the kit that are neither Steelman nor Titan-branded. The 24mm combination wrench is a "Performance Tool"-branded wrench. It's probably "good enough", but it lacks the smooth fit & finish of the Steelman wrenches. This tool has slight burrs and pits along the edges and the brand etching looks amateurish when compared to the other wrenches in the set. The 12" tongue-and-groove (a/k/a channellocks) wrench is "Crescent" branded, and that tool also feels a bit lower quality. I'm sure it will get the job done when needed, but there's a fair amount of "play" between the two handles so the manufacturing tolerances are just not as good as a higher-priced tool. I hate to say it, but it feels a bit "Harbor Freight-ish." Overall, I am fairly happy with the set and would recommend it for someone like me (i.e., I don't already have a set of redundant tools that I can assemble and leave in the truck, and I don't yet know all the different tools I will need to take with me, so having someone do that work for me was a real benefit right there. I don't want to find out I don't have a particular sized socket or wrench while out in the desert.) Can someone make a similar kit for less? Probably, but I think Red Dog did a pretty good job with this kit and I wanted to support a small business owner who seemed to have taken great pride in his company and he had a solution to a problem I had.

 

[jasonwilliams311]

thanks for this post.....will look into this company!

 

[LabRat]

My tool roll has grown too big with I'm sure sizes I'll never need. What's in there if you don't mind sharing? I'd look on the site, but IG isn't there yet.

 

[AndyT]

Contents of the Red Dog Tools toolkit for the Grenadier...

1. Customized, heavy-duty nylon toolbag (quite nicely designed and fabricated and uses high-quality materials)
2. 4 pc. impact adapter/reducer set (1/2" down to 1/4") (Titan)
3. One 32oz (2lb) ball pein hammer (Titan)
4. One 10" adjustable wrench (Titan)
5. One 12.5" tongue & groove slip joint plier (a/k/a channellocks) (Crescent K9)
6. One 8" long nose pliers (Titan)
7. Four combination wrenches (18mm, 19mm, 21mm, 22mm, 24mm) (Steelman Pro except for the 24mm, which is Performance Tool)
8. One 3/8"/7/16" flare nut wrench for brake lines (Titan)
9. Two screwdrivers (philips and flat) 8.5" total length (Titan)
10. One 17" breaker bar w. 1/2" head (Titan)
11. One 7" quick-release ratchet w. 3/8" drive (Titan)
12. Seven sockets 3/8" & 1/2" drive (18mm (Steelman), 19mm (Titan), 21mm (Steelman), 22mm (Titan), 24mm (Steelman))
13. Set of Torx-head sockets 3/8" drive (T15, T20, T25, T27, T30, T40, T45, T50) (Titan)
14. Allen Wrench set (1.5mm to 8mm) (Steelman)
15. Two 3/8" extensions (6" & 3") (Titan)
16. 38mm 1/2" drive Crowfoot Wrench (Titan)
17. 46mm 1/2" drive Crowfoot Wrench (Titan)

 

[Cropear]

Ineos Grenadier Steelman

Customized, heavy-duty nylon tool bag One (1) bit set One (1) specialty screwdriver set One (1) impact adapter/reducer set One (1) belt changing tool One (1) adjustable wrench One (1) set of slip joint pliers One (1) set of long nose pliers Three (3) combination wrenches One (1) breaker...

reddogtools.com

I did a google search for it and this shows up

 

[LeeroyJ]

Since I don't have a lot of redundant tools lying around to assemble my own adventure toolkit, I came across Red Dog Tools at the recent SW Overland Expo and ordered one of their toolsets for the Grenadier. The company is based in Alpine, UT (USA) and they assemble the hand tools you might need for specific vehicles and packages them up into a nice, handy roll-up carrying case. The website doesn't show a toolkit for the Grenadier, but the owner, Dave Fairchild, had Grenadier-specific toolsets on display at the Expo. For each vehicle model, he has two toolsets to choose from, a Steelman Pro set, and a more premium Gearwrench set. The Gearwrench set was priced about $100-$150 above the Steelman Pro set. Since this kit was going to be my "break glass in case of emergency" kit that I would take with me when going wheeling and camping, I didn't need a pro set, so I opted for the Steelman Pro set. I ordered it and paid for it at the Expo (March 15) and received the kit in the mail yesterday, March 31. If you go on the website, you can see the variety of tools that are included with the kit, but Red Dog has made sure that they included all the sizes you might encounter if you need to wrench on your truck. The carrying bag is well-made, and the tools are an assortment of Steelman and Titan-branded hand-tools. There are two tools in the kit that are neither Steelman nor Titan-branded. The 24mm combination wrench is a "Performance Tool"-branded wrench. It's probably "good enough", but it lacks the smooth fit & finish of the Steelman wrenches. This tool has slight burrs and pits along the edges and the brand etching looks amateurish when compared to the other wrenches in the set. The 12" tongue-and-groove (a/k/a channellocks) wrench is "Crescent" branded, and that tool also feels a bit lower quality. I'm sure it will get the job done when needed, but there's a fair amount of "play" between the two handles so the manufacturing tolerances are just not as good as a higher-priced tool. I hate to say it, but it feels a bit "Harbor Freight-ish." Overall, I am fairly happy with the set and would recommend it for someone like me (i.e., I don't already have a set of redundant tools that I can assemble and leave in the truck, and I don't yet know all the different tools I will need to take with me, so having someone do that work for me was a real benefit right there. I don't want to find out I don't have a particular sized socket or wrench while out in the desert.) Can someone make a similar kit for less? Probably, but I think Red Dog did a pretty good job with this kit and I wanted to support a small business owner who seemed to have taken great pride in his company and he had a solution to a problem I had.
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Thanks for this, I just ordered one too. If you are an OnX member, there is a 15% discount code https://www.onxmaps.com/offroad/elite/pro-deals/red-dog-tools

 

[AndyT]

Ineos Grenadier Steelman

Customized, heavy-duty nylon tool bag One (1) bit set One (1) specialty screwdriver set One (1) impact adapter/reducer set One (1) belt changing tool One (1) adjustable wrench One (1) set of slip joint pliers One (1) set of long nose pliers Three (3) combination wrenches One (1) breaker...

reddogtools.com

I did a google search for it and this shows up

Interesting. It's like a hidden page on their website. I'm not surprised that there will be small variations in the tools they include in the kit, but in the end I am trusting that they are trying to put together a high-quality kit that has everything you need. I'd be curious if others are getting different tools in their kits...

 

[Tr182md]

That is a lot cheaper than this option from Boxo which is not specific for Ineos but seems way more complete. I thought this kit looked good but it is Toyota focused.

DECKED x BoxoUSA Tool Bag with Tool Roll

This complete portable truck toolbag with an internal tool roll ensures you have everything you need organized in one place should Murphy’s Law prevail when you are out on the road. Tools by BoxoUSA.

decked.com

 

[Jiman01]

I understand the convenience of a pre-selected tool kit but that’s a lot of money for asian-sourced tools.

 

[Logsplitter]

Contents of the Red Dog Tools toolkit for the Grenadier...

1. Customized, heavy-duty nylon toolbag (quite nicely designed and fabricated and uses high-quality materials)
2. 4 pc. impact adapter/reducer set (1/2" down to 1/4") (Titan)
3. One 32oz (2lb) ball pein hammer (Titan)
4. One 10" adjustable wrench (Titan)
5. One 12.5" tongue & groove slip joint plier (a/k/a channellocks) (Crescent K9)
6. One 8" long nose pliers (Titan)
7. Four combination wrenches (18mm, 19mm, 21mm, 22mm, 24mm) (Steelman Pro except for the 24mm, which is Performance Tool)
8. One 3/8"/7/16" flare nut wrench for brake lines (Titan)
9. Two screwdrivers (philips and flat) 8.5" total length (Titan)
10. One 17" breaker bar w. 1/2" head (Titan)
11. One 7" quick-release ratchet w. 3/8" drive (Titan)
12. Seven sockets 3/8" & 1/2" drive (18mm (Steelman), 19mm (Titan), 21mm (Steelman), 22mm (Titan), 24mm (Steelman))
13. Set of Torx-head sockets 3/8" drive (T15, T20, T25, T27, T30, T40, T45, T50) (Titan)
14. Allen Wrench set (1.5mm to 8mm) (Steelman)
15. Two 3/8" extensions (6" & 3") (Titan)
16. 38mm 1/2" drive Crowfoot Wrench (Titan)
17. 46mm 1/2" drive Crowfoot Wrench (Titan)

There are other tools you need to add to that kit, which I can’t recall all of them off of the top of my head. There must be a tool thread on this forum somewhere. Maybe even on @Rok_Dr guide. Some I can think of are etorx bits for your ratchet , large Allen key for Diff fill and drain plugs. Not sure of size. Socket for fuel filter. etc.

 

[Logsplitter]

32mm socket for oil filter housing and 12mm Allen /hex head for diff drain plug.

 

[Tazzieman]

Jeweller's screwdrivers for various devices you might need to pull apart. Assuming you are like me and prepared to have a go at fixing any broken thing
I mean , even your expensive sunglasses might lose a screw. Do you even carry a spare?

 

[LeeroyJ]

I understand the convenience of a pre-selected tool kit but that’s a lot of money for asian-sourced tools.

Keep in mind the tool roll itself is very nice (made by forum member @OverlandGearGuy if I remember correctly), and that you can get a 15% discount if you are an OnX member.

 

[LeeroyJ]

As far as what tools to put in the tool roll. The hard part for me before making any trip is deciding what tools not to bring. I have a tendency to over pack for all the various "what if scenarios". This tool bag is a good compromise that has essential tools for field repairs. It's not meant to replace your garage of tools (either in completeness or quality), but rather give you a good chance of having a tool to deal with 80% of issues you might face that must be fixed in the field. All while avoiding having 300 lbs of tools in the back.

 

[Jiman01]

Keep in mind the tool roll itself is very nice (made by forum member @OverlandGearGuy if I remember correctly), and that you can get a 15% discount if you are an OnX member.

I agree that the tool roll is nice…you must have read my mind, because I was thinking it’d be perfect (for me)if I could buy the tool roll by itself.

 

[LeeroyJ]

I agree that the tool roll is nice…you must have read my mind, because I was thinking it’d be perfect (for me)if I could buy the tool roll by itself.

Rob's a super nice guy and makes quality stuff:

Tool Rolls & Recovery Gear

Stay prepared with USA-made tool rolls and recovery gear bags. Durable, organized storage for tools and essentials on any off-road adventure!

overlandgearguy.com

 

[ADVAW8S]

You can get the steelman pro for 298 vs the 429 price

 

[Phobiac]

I put your list through Claude CoWork asking for Amazon links and got this:

| | Low | Average | High |
|-- -|Low -|- AVG --|-- High -|
| All 18 items | **$538** | **$664** | **$815** |

So, not too bad at $298 from Red Dog...

# High-Quality Tool Shopping List — Amazon Links

*Compiled April 18, 2026*

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## 1. Heavy Duty Nylon Tool Bag
**DEWALT DG5543 16 in. 33 Pocket Tool Bag**
Heavy duty fabric, abrasion-resistant rubber feet, 33 pockets, padded handles, durable zippers.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DG5543-Inch-Tradesmans-Tool/dp/B001P30BO6)
**Est. Price: $30 low / $38 avg / $50 high**

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## 2. Impact Adapter/Reducer Set (1/2 in. → 1/4 in.)
**TEKTON 4-Piece Impact Adapter & Reducer Set (SIA99025)**
8660 Ni-Cr-Mo steel, manganese phosphate finish, spring-loaded detent ball retention. Includes ½→⅜, ⅜→½, ⅜→¼, ¼→⅜.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-Adapter-Reducer-4-Piece-SIA99025/dp/B08J1G7YRX)
**Est. Price: $16 low / $18 avg / $21 high**

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## 3. Ball Peen Hammer — 32 oz
**Estwing E3-32BP Ball Pein Hammer**
One-piece forged American steel, Shock Reduction Grip reduces vibration by 70%, 14½ in. length. Made in Rockford, IL.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Estwing-Ball-Peen-Hammer-Metalworking/dp/B00DT0OQYE)
**Est. Price: $28 low / $35 avg / $45 high**

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## 4. 10 in. Adjustable Wrench
**Crescent 10" Adjustable Black Oxide Wrench (AT110BK)**
Heat-treated forged alloy steel, black oxide finish, oversized adjustment screw, tension spring keeps jaw snug.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Crescent-AT110BK-Adjustable-Wrench-10-Inch/dp/B001F71P88)
**Est. Price: $15 low / $22 avg / $30 high**

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## 5. 12 in. Tongue & Groove Pliers
**KNIPEX 87 01 300 — 12-Inch Cobra Pliers**
Push-button adjustment (25 positions), chrome vanadium electric steel, self-locking on pipes/nuts, built-in pinch guard.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/KNIPEX-Tools-12-Inch-Cobra-Pliers/dp/B000X4J2HU)
**Est. Price: $48 low / $55 avg / $65 high**

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## 6. 8 in. Long Nose (Needle Nose) Pliers
**KNIPEX 26 11 200 — Long Nose Pliers with Cutter**
High-quality alloy steel, serrated jaws, integrated cutter, resilient precision tips, plastic-coated grip. Made in Germany.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Knipex-2611200-Long-Pliers-Cutter/dp/B000I1LMDU)
**Est. Price: $25 low / $29 avg / $37 high**

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## 7. Combination Wrenches — Metric (6–24 mm)
**TEKTON 19-Piece Metric Combination Wrench Set with Rack (WCB91202)**
Covers 6–24 mm. 15° open-end angle, 12-point offset box end contacts flat sides of fasteners to prevent rounding. Includes storage rack.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-WCB91202-Combination-Wrench-Set/dp/B08FSGSNYQ)
**Est. Price: $115 low / $130 avg / $150 high**

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## 8. Flare Nut Wrench (3/8 × 7/16 in.)
**Milwaukee 45-96-8301 Double End Flare Nut Wrench**
Ink-filled size labels, slim-profile open ends, I-beam handle, chrome plated, six-point contact, lifetime guarantee.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/MILWAUKEE-45-96-8301-Double-END-Flare/dp/B0CR5LNVJT)
**Est. Price: $12 low / $16 avg / $22 high**

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## 9. Screwdrivers — Phillips PH2 (~8 in.)
**Wera Kraftform Plus 350 PH2 Phillips Screwdriver (150 mm blade)**
Ergonomic Kraftform handle with anti-roll design, Lasertip etched tip reduces cam-out, hardened blade.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Wera-008723-Kraftform-Phillips-Screwdriver/dp/B00BJ7LPIE)
**Est. Price: $9 low / $12 avg / $16 high**

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## 10. Screwdrivers — Slotted (~8 in.)
**Wera Kraftform Plus 335 Slotted Screwdriver (5.5 mm, 8" blade)**
Same Kraftform ergonomic handle, hardened tip, anti-roll design.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Wera-05110008001-Kraftform-Slotted-Screwdriver/dp/B00365EXY0)
**Est. Price: $10 low / $13 avg / $18 high**

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## 11. Breaker Bar — 18 in., ½ in. Drive
**TEKTON ½ in. Drive × 18 in. Breaker Bar (SBH00218)**
Head pivots 230°, AISI 4140 heat-treated steel head, finger-groove handle with rounded pommel. Exceeds proof torque requirements.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-SBH00218-Drive-Breaker-Bar/dp/B07GH855DL)
**Est. Price: $30 low / $36 avg / $42 high**

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## 12. Quick Release Ratchet — 3/8 in. Drive
**Crescent CR38 — 72-Tooth Quick Release Teardrop Ratchet (8.5 in.)**
72-tooth gear = 5° swing arc, teardrop low-profile head, flush-mounted direction switch, quick-release button, chrome alloy steel. Meets ASME standards.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Crescent-Drive-Release-Teardrop-Ratchet/dp/B08N1JGJ7P)
**Est. Price: $13 low / $18 avg / $25 high**

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## 13. Impact Sockets — ½ in. Drive, 6-Point (18, 19, 21, 22, 24 mm)
**TEKTON ½ in. Drive 6-Point Impact Socket Set, 17-Piece (8–24 mm) — SID92321**
Covers all five sizes you need plus extras. High-visibility laser-etched markings, radiused corners, manganese phosphate finish. Includes case.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-6-Point-Impact-17-Piece-SID92321/dp/B08DK7X2N7)
**Est. Price: $56 low / $65 avg / $78 high**

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## 14. Torx Bit Socket Set — T15–T50, 3/8 in. Drive
**TEKTON 3/8 in. Drive Torx Bit Socket Set with Rail, 12-Piece (T10–T60) — SHB91103**
S2 steel bits press-fit into chrome-moly sockets, machined to exact tolerances, twist-to-lock organizer rail.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-Socket-12-Piece-T10-T60-SHB91103/dp/B07RT6PB76)
**Est. Price: $38 low / $42 avg / $48 high**

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## 15. Allen (Hex) Key Set — 1.5–10 mm
**Wera 950 SPKL/9 SM N Hex-Plus L-Key Set (05073593001)**
Hex-Plus profile delivers ~20% more torque, Blacklaser corrosion-resistant finish, ballpoint ends for angled work, laser-engraved sizes, color-coded sleeves.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Wera-05073593001-Multicolor-Metric-Blacklaser/dp/B009ODV0OE)
**Est. Price: $33 low / $40 avg / $50 high**

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## 16. 3/8 in. Drive Extensions — 3 in. & 6 in.
**TEKTON 3/8 in. Drive Extension Set, 3-Piece (3, 6, 10 in.) — SHA91005**
Knurled bands for grip, detent grooves and beveled drive ends for secure engagement.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-Socket-Extension-3-Piece-SHA91005/dp/B07QR7LCKG)
**Est. Price: $20 low / $25 avg / $34 high**

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## 17. Crowfoot Wrench — 38 mm (½ in. Drive)
**TEKTON ½ in. Drive × 38 mm Crowfoot Wrench (WCF23038) — Made in USA**
Ultra-compact open-end design, 4140 Cr-Mo steel, engraved size markings.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-Drive-Crowfoot-Wrench-WCF23038/dp/B0942167GC)
**Est. Price: $14 low / $18 avg / $24 high**

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## 18. Crowfoot Wrench — 46 mm (½ in. Drive)
**TEKTON ½ in. Drive × 46 mm Crowfoot Wrench (WCF24046) — Made in USA**
Same ultra-compact design as above, 4140 Cr-Mo steel, detent holes for maximum retention.
[View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-Drive-Crowfoot-Wrench-WCF24046/dp/B0941Y8GJW)
**Est. Price: $26 low / $32 avg / $40 high**

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## Cost Summary

| | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| All 18 items | **$538** | **$664** | **$815** |

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*Note: Prices are approximate based on Amazon listings as of April 2026 and may vary by seller and availability. "Low" reflects the best price found across sellers, "Average" is the typical going rate, and "High" accounts for third-party markups or temporary stock shortages. All links go directly to Amazon product pages.*