Auto Diagnostic Tools
OBD Helps Technicians Protect Their Scan Tool Investment

OBD Incorporated, an automobile repair tool accessory manufacturer, offers a full line of rugged, high-quality scan tool covers. Marketed under the OBD GEAR brand, all scan tool covers are designed to provide protection from the dirt and dangers of the shop environment, plus help protect the tool’s appearance, usability and resale value.

S-K Hand Tool Offers Universal Spline Sockets

Unlike the traditional spline socket, S-K Hand Tool’s Universal Spline Sockets feature a design that works on various fasteners such as spline, 6-point, 12-point, female Torx, square and even 50% rounded. Each Universal Spline Socket is like having six different sockets in one.

Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment

Ken Peavy, owner Peavy’s Garage Katy, TX www.peavys-garage.com Peavy’s Garage is a family-owned and operated shop, AAA approved since 1970. We also have Peavy’s Tire & Automotive in Houston. About five years ago, we discovered BG products and equipment, which increased our business by 30% and profits greatly. General service techs operate the equipment, which

Snap-on SOLUS PRO Scanner Saves Time

The SOLUS PRO Scanner from Snap-on Diagnostics gives its users a competitive edge in the always evolving automotive repair industry. SOLUS PRO provides a depth of trouble codes, data parameters, bi-directional tests and legendary Fast-Track Troubleshooter repair strategies.

Technicians Can Troubleshoot Shorts in the Electrical System with Innovative Products of America’s #8005 Fuse Saver

Have you ever had a blown fuse and wished you had 30 new fuses so you could keep replacing the blown fuse until you found the short? Now, you can plug in the Fuse Saver’s fuse box adapter into the blown fuse socket and troubleshoot the short.

OTC Introduces Complete Line of Cam Tool Kits for the GM Vehicle Family

OTC, a business unit of SPX Corporation, is proud to introduce its new line of GM Cam Tool Kits used specifically for servicing timing belts, chains, head gaskets, or completing valvetrain repairs and even water pumps on GM vehicles.

Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment

Jeff Hume, John Partipilo, Terry Kirschbaum and Jesse Hernandez CMJ Automotive Addison, IL We went through an extensive study of the tools we use most often and the ones we just like a lot. Our list is in no particular order. Snap-on MODIS Scanner — Helps us diagnose vehicles faster and more efficiently. Huth Pipe

Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment

Roy Larson, president Beyer Motor Works Inc., BMW/Mercedes driveline experts Chandler, AZ www.beyerdriveline.com and www.beyermotorworks.com Member: BIMRS, Bimmer Tech Group, Mini Tech Group, BMW CCA, ASA, APRA, BBB My 5 favorite tools are: Streamlight Stylus Reach — This pocket flashlight puts the light where I need it, making it ideal to inspect brake pads and

Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment

Adnan “Ed” Anwar, president/master technician Checkered Flag Automotive Lacey, WA I own Checkered Flag Automotive with my wife Mary. I’ve been fixing vehicles since 1982. I’m a certified master technician, CM HDT, Auto L1, PSI and CNG. We have owned the business since 1998 and purchased the shop and land in 2005. Checkered Flag has

Use Innovative Products of America’s Disc Brake System Analyzer to Diagnose a Proportioning Valve Imbalance

The Disc Brake System Analyzer is the only tool that can identify an imploded brake hose and quickly diagnose a proportioning valve imbalance. If a customer complains of uneven brake wear and you assume it’s a bad caliper and replace it, you may be guessing.

Top Five Tools

John Conley, ASE master tech L1, owner/technician Bumper To Bumper Automotive, Inc. Norwood, MA It’s probably hard to pick the top five tools, I have many favorites. I treat tools like employees; They work for me. If I had to pick five I would have to say: Hunter Alignment System DSP 600 — In only

Top Five Tools

Earle Kramer Jr., president Green Acres Automotive LLC Perkiomenville, PA Mac Tools’ Mac Mentor with Lab Scope — This is the best and most efficient scanner I have ever owned. ALLDATA — This is the most knowledgeable information system I have used. Smoke Pro Smoke Machine — This machine is cost effective and safe to