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
Weldcraft Air-Cooled Torch Family Offers Combinations of Features to Suit a Wide Variety of TIG Welding Applications
For durability, comfort and category-leading performance under continuous, heavy-duty TIG welding applications, Weldcraft offers its WP-26 family of hand-held air-cooled torches. With five models to choose from, the WP-26 line offers combinations of features to suit a wide variety of TIG welding applications.
Tech Tip: Convertible Mustang Vibration – Got MIG?
Customers may come to you after many frustrating attempts by other shops to get an irritating vibration out of their 1996-98 Ford Mustang convertibles equipped with a 3.8-Liter engine. The vibration or shake seems to occur while driving at a steady speed of approximately 62 mph (100 km/h) on smooth roads. This problem may be due to the interaction between the body and the suspension.
New Plasma Cutter from Hobart Welding Products Features Built-in Air Compressor
Designed to be the most convenient, portable cutting system available, Hobart Welding Products recently introduced its new plasma cutter, the AirForce 250ci. Featuring a built-in air compressor and lightweight inverter technology, the unit offers powerful cutting abilities and weighs just 27 lbs., half the weight of the previous model.
Weldcraft Introduces First Full-Line Product Catalog
TIG welders can find all the information they need about Weldcraft’s full line of premium TIG torches and accessories in the company’s first ever complete product catalog. The catalog also contains a variety of TIG welding tips and technical information.
Tech Tip: Convertible Mustang Vibration – Got MIG?
Customers may come to you after many frustrating attempts by other shops to get an irritating vibration out of their 1996-98 Ford Mustang convertibles equipped with a 3.8-Liter engine. The vibration or shake seems to occur while driving at a steady speed of approximately 62 mph on smooth roads. This problem may be due to the interaction between the body and the suspension.
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
Hobart Welding Products Offers Two New Styles of Welding Gloves
Hobart Welding Products now offers two styles of form-fitted gloves that bring a new level of comfort to protective welding gear at a reasonable price. Designed to meet the durability demands of professionals and home hobbyists alike, the gloves are available in a premium form-fitted natural-grain or a rust/black form-fitted split leather.
Miller Introduces Two New Lines of Auto-Darkening Helmets
Miller Electric Mfg. Co. simplified the process of selecting and affording an auto-darkening welding helmet with the creation of its new Pro-Hobby Series and Performance Series line of helmets. The Performance Series replaces the previous Xli and Xlix helmet lines. The Pro-Hobby Series is a new entry-level line of helmets designed for the quality and budget conscious welding enthusiast.
Weldcraft’s AK-150 Modular Flex Kit Provides Flexibility and Cost Savings
Weldcraft designed its AK-150 Modular Flex (AK-150MF) Kit to provide maximum flexibility on a wide range of TIG welding applications. The AK-150MF is an "all-in-one" kit that allows operators to convert their standard 17F or 17FV TIG torch into 20 different torch styles using an existing cable.