Jacks: The Ups and Downs of Jacks
The famous actor/comedian Rodney Dangerfield was well known for his routine about respect. You couldn’t watch him for more than a few minutes before you heard his signature line: “I can’t get NO respect!” If we were to start assigning personalities to tools in the shop, jacks would definitely be the Rodney Dangerfield of the
BendPak/Ranger Introduces New Wireless Wheel Alignment System
Ranger Products recently introduced their new CRT380R 4-wheel wireless alignment system for domestic and import cars and trucks. Main features include 8-sensor CCD technology, Bluetooth data transfer and their highly refined ProSpec alignment software.
OTC Offers Complete Line of Cam Tool Kits for the GM Vehicle Family
OTC offers a 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. Based on the OE design, the OTC Cam Tool Kits cover more than 90 GM model-year-vehicle applications and include all of the necessary components to service or repair GM engines as well as locating both intake and exhaust cams.
Newly Designed Fix-A-Thred Installation Tool Adds to Ease-of-Use
Alcoa Fastening Systems (AFS) now offers Fix-A-Thred Repair Kits with a new, more-handy installation tool. The tool’s handle has been redesigned with a fitted opening above the grip to accommodate the kit’s reamer. This opening eliminates the need for a wrench and fits perfectly with the included reamer tool.
Carley’s Corner: New Stuff from the AAPEX & SEMA Shows
Having just wrapped up a week in Las Vegas at the AAPEX (Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo) and SEMA (Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association) shows, I have some interesting news to report. A company called Green Earth Technologies introduced a new high-quality synthetic motor oil made from dead cows. The oil is made from animal fat (beef
Steck Manufacturing Introduces EZ Pull Pliers
Steck Manufacturing Company has released another winning tool – the EZ Pull Pliers (P/N 20085) – which allows body shop technicians quick access to grip and pull multiple pull pins (studs) as well as vertical and horizontal flanges.
PROFORM Introduces SOCKET ASSIST Tool
SOCKET ASSIST can be the handiest and smallest three little items in your toolbox! We’ve all been frustrated with a bolt located in such a tight space (header bolt!) you can’t possibly get a ratchet on it. Not a problem anymore with Proform Parts SOCKET ASSIST (#67575).
Alcoa Fastening Systems Helps Technicians Repair Damaged Threads
Alcoa Fastening Systems’ broad line of Fix-A-Thred products provides easy-to-use repair solutions for stripped or damaged threads.
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.