A Basic Metric socket set/Allen wrench set and a torque wrench should suffice. I put Zimmerman Cross drilled on mine with OEM pads, lots of grease, and the shims in the back. They work excellent and have 0 squeel. However, cross drilled rotors make a somewhat annoying whirring noise when braking. You can only here it with the windows down and quiet. But, sometimes it bothers me. You do get used to it. I think the only reason for not using stock is strictly appearance. Which is why i did it. I also painted my rotors hats, and calipers and holders. Looks cool. My old rotors just came off by hand. Good luck and remember to torque your lugs in a star pattern to 81.18 ft lbs each. Don't guess or you will warp the rotors. Also, do not overtighten the 10mm alignment bolt. Just snug it up....
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95' T-5R - K&N, TME springs, Strut Brace, Bilstein TC's, Cross drilled rotors, Red Calipers, SS Brake lines, 215/45-17's