Basic Electronic Knowledge:

Oscilloscope:

    At least 1 us timing (10MHz) with .01 volts sensitivity.
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Signal Generator: 

    Must cover at least 300 KHz to 2155 KHz.
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Multimeter: 

    Auto ranging preferred.
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Frequency Counter:

    At least 995 to 2155 KHz.  Radio Shack sells a AutoRanging Multimeter with one built in.

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Ferrite core tuning tool: 

    Plastic screwdriver type tuning tool recommended.
    If your very very careful you can use a small screwdriver (ferrite breaks easy never force it).