Being Well Trained Is a Commitment to Personal and Industry Growth
Training is one of a technician’s most important tools.
The Humble Mechanic’s Top 5 Favorite Tools
I know you guys share your favorite tools in the Top 5 Tools column, so I thought it would be fitting to kick things off by sharing with you my Top 5 Favorite shop tools. And I snuck an extra one in there, so it’s really more like six.
Top 5 Tools: Stan Hannah, Singleton’s Auto, Canton, NC
Stan Hannah, Master Tech Singleton’s Auto Canton, NC Customized Matco Tools Tool Cart – Having tools mobile saves time running to the box. Milwaukee Cordless Tools – Best cordless set I ever had, and the same battery for all is a bonus. Identifix – Best online tech help around hands down. Matco Tools Pocket
Top 5 Tools: Pierre Kiti, Woodside Automotive, Lakeside, CA
Pierre Kiti, Manager Woodside Automotive Lakeside, CA Autel MaxiSYS Mini 905 – Great all-around diagnostic scan tool. Power Probe 3 – I love this tool for electrical work. Snap-on Tools Dual 80 3/8” Ratchet – Perfect for all types of repair work. Mountain Ratcheting Wrenches – Extra-long, flexible head spline wrenches that are very
TPMS Update: Strategy of TPMS Diagnostics
There are a number of factors that can cause a TPMS warning light to illuminate or flash – and some are hard to uncover. Technical Editor Larry Carley takes us through the strategy of TPMS diagnostics.
U0100 Code: ECM/PCM Communication
In this Pulling Codes case, we document a U0100 code – a no communication issue with the PCM on a 2010 Dodge Caravan. With scan tools and scopes, contributor Carlton Banks diagnoses and solves the vehicle’s mysterious issues.
Top 5 Tools: Eric Gorzynski, E.G. Automotive, Pasadena, CA
Eric Gorzynski, owner E.G. Automotive Pasadena, CA KTS340 Bosch Scanner VCDS Diagnostic Software Ammco 3850 Brake Lathe Autel EB301 Electric Brake Service Tool GoPro Video Camera Submitting your favorite tools is easy. Just click here for the entry form.
Top 5 Tools: Anastacio Arellano, A & A Autocare, Ceres, CA
Top 5 Tools of Top Technicians Anastacio Arellano, Technician/Owner A & A Autocare Ceres, CA Snap-on Scanner I use it to check codes and do diagnostics. This makes it really easy … really dependable. GearWrench Ratchet Nice and dependable tools, easy to use around small areas. Power Probe Nice tool. Easy
The Impact and Importance of Compressed Air – Choosing, Maintaining Your Compressed Air System
Compressed air is the energy source for most shop equipment and many tools. Inadequate airflow or pressure interrupts work flow just like an electric power outage would. Here’s some advice for choosing and maintaining your compressed air system.
5 Things To Look For When Making Large Equipment Purchases
Managing Editor Tim Fritz gives us the Top 5 attributes to look for when purchasing five of the largest pieces of shop equipment – alignment machines, brake lathes, lifts, tire changers and wheel balancers.
Maximizing Tools: It’s Just A Phase; Oscilloscopes Help Find Intermittent or No-Code Problems
As cars become more technologically advanced, the number of electronic units, sensors and actuators steadily increases. However, control modules may not recognize all faults. In order to accurately and correctly diagnose problems, it may be necessary to rely on data from a DMM or an oscilloscope.
Top 5 Tools: Adam Freeman, C and G Auto
Here are the Top 5 Favorite Tools of Adam Freeman, the lead technician at C and G Auto in Myrtle Beach, SC.
