Tech Tip: Proper Use of Flat Tip Screwdrivers and Pry Bars
In the same manner that a hammer is designed to drive nails and a wrench is engineered to turn fasteners, a screwdriver is designed to tighten or loosen screws. A great deal of effort goes into designing, testing and manufacturing the best tools for these applications, yet flat tip screwdrivers are sometimes used for applications that they are not suited for such as prying, striking and scraping. Using a screwdriver blade incorrectly can result in damage to the screwdriver ….
Snap-on GM Specific Tools Meet Any Challenge
As more and more people keep their vehicles for longer periods of time, service technicians will be seeing an influx of vehicles, especially GM vehicles, needing service. With that in mind, Snap-on has designed more than 20 GM specific tools that will help techs work more efficiently and productively ….
Snap-on Up to the Challenge with Ford Specific Tools
In its continuous effort to meet its customers’ needs, Snap-on has developed 12 new tools that are specifically designed to work with Ford vehicles. "We are constantly meeting with our customers to learn about what they need and how they use Snap-on tools on specific jobs," said Scott Amundson, product manager for Snap-on. "Based on those conversations and other feedback we have received, we designed 12 Ford-specific tools to ….
Scott Morgan, Monro Muffler & Brake
Scott Morgan Monro Muffler & Brake #58 Kenmore, NY Snap-on IM6500 Impact Gun – "Quiet strength" Snap-on Long-Handle Ratchet – Great for oil changes. 3/4” Wrench – To get at the spark plugs on GM S10Es. Angled Air Grinder – Cleaning rims and patching tires. Mac Tools EM710 DVOM – For troubleshooting harnesses.
Introducing the Mac Tools Exclusive 8-Piece Tamperproof 5-Pt Torx Driver Set
Mac Tools introduces the exclusive 8-piece Tamperproof Torx Driver Set – SDBM85PT. Including the most popular sizes, this 5-pt. set has blades made from Chrome Vanadium steel (CrV). The shafts are chrome plated with black oxide tips and feature black oxide finished hex bolsters on each blade for easy identification ….
Transmission Service and Clutch Replacement Essentials
You’ve probably all heard of the 15-minute clutch replacement time for a classic Volkswagen Beetle. The “fact” that you could pull the engine, change the clutch parts and reinstall everything with just a penknife and screwdriver and do that on the side of the road. Then there are the tall tales of pulling the engine
News: Snap-on Equipment Dedicates New Training Center
Conway, AR — Snap-on Equipment officially dedicated its new Jack D. Michaels Training Center at a ceremony May 8 in honor of Snap-on Incorporated’s Board Chairman and past CEO and President, Jack D. Michaels. The day celebrated Michaels’ contribution to the productivity and innovation that have long been a part of Snap-on Incorporated’s corporate identity.
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
Edith Hernandez, president L&A Muffler and Auto Repair Inc. Gardena, CA As promised, please find below five of our favorite tools and equipment commonly used at L&A Muffler and Auto Repair Inc. Snap-on Scan Tool OBD II, ScanCheck — This is a state-of-the-art OBD II scan tool that diagnoses all domestic, Asian and European vehicles
Brake Tools: Brake Service Tools & Equipment
Brake work is one of the cornerstones of the automotive repair business, so it’s important to make sure you have the right tools and equipment to service the brakes on today’s vehicles. Most shops that do brake work have some type of brake fluid flushing and bleeding equipment (a power bleeder, vacuum bleeder or injector
GM ‘W Platform’
Preventive Maintenance and Undercar Service