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Open Up Your Scan Tool Options

Buying a scan tool can be difficult.

Inside the Tool: How Wrenches are Made

Today’s tools are built to withstand levels of stress well above that of years ago.

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Are You Getting Enough Air?

If your airline can’t flow enough volume, you won’t maintain the proper pressure for correct air tool operation.

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A/C Machine Accuracy: The Consequence of an Incorrect Charge

To maximize the potential of the new refrigerants, the precision of system operation became more important than before.

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Working on the Line – Collision Repair Tools

With the right tools, techs can tackle those jobs that are close to the line between collision and general repair.

Batteries: Cordless Tools Charge Ahead with Battery Technology

Chemistry defines a battery and modern cordless tools take advantage of the technology to achieve superior performance.

Maximizing Your Tools

When it comes to investing in an oscilloscope, the biggest question is ROI. Is it going to make you money?

Bullit Sliced Time, Cost on Diesel Engine Repair

When a technician came across busted intake mounting bolts, he found just the right tool to save the day.

5 Reasons Your Shop Needs a Wheel Balancer

This essential tool quickly pays for itself with new business and customer satisfaction.

Look For It –
 On the Tool Truck

Now, one would think, also after being in the industry for a long time, you would know of all the tools out there, but that wasn’t the case early one Friday morning this past February.

Tool Talk: What You Need to Know About Precious Metals

Regardless of the brand name or the price point, a properly maintained tool will pay for itself many times over.

Making Your Next Wheel Balancer Investment

A shop owner has many choices when it comes to assessing which wheel balancer is right for them. Let this checklist help you out.

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