If your going to build your own rods don't waste your money on all the gizmo's and gadgets advertised to builders. If your building a H&H kit all you will need is a heavy book as a tread tensioner and a cheap goose neck mag light. 90% of all rods can be made without special tools, and any tool you may need in the future can most likely be made from stuff you already have around the house... Goodluck...FB.