GearWrench Offers Magnetic Oil Drain Plug Socket System
The Magnetic Oil Drain Plug Socket System allows easy removal of hot, rounded and difficult-to-reach drain plugs. Specially designed sockets feature a magnetic core that holds the drain plug fast and prevents the plug from falling into the drain pan during use.
Ingersoll Rand Releases 3-Inch Cordless Cut-Off Tool
Ingersoll Rand has extended its line of IQV Series cordless tools again to include the GC25 cut-off tool. As the first of its kind, the GC25 3-inch cordless cut-off tool joins a platform of tools that already includes several models of Impactools, drill/drivers, ratchets, grinders and lights.
Ingersoll Rand Releases Smallest, Lightest Drill in Class
Ingersoll Rand has again extended its line of IQV Series cordless tools to include the D040 1/4" mini drill. As the smallest and lightest professional cordless drill in its class, the D040 joins a platform of tools that already includes several models of Impactools, drill/drivers, ratchets, grinders and lights.
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
Roy Larson, president Beyer Motor Works Inc., BMW/Mercedes driveline experts Chandler, AZ www.beyerdriveline.com and www.beyermotorworks.com Member: BIMRS, Bimmer Tech Group, Mini Tech Group, BMW CCA, ASA, APRA, BBB My 5 favorite tools are: Streamlight Stylus Reach — This pocket flashlight puts the light where I need it, making it ideal to inspect brake pads and
New Tools: What’s Old is New Again
There is an old saying that there is nothing new under the sun. A recent trend in the tool industry might lead you to think there is some truth to that statement. It seems that although a new tool gets introduced every few minutes — with suppliers bringing more and more new items to market
KTI Launches Master Socket Sets in Blow-Molded Cases
K-Tool International (KTI), a leading manufacturer of tools for the automotive aftermarket and professional mechanic, recently introduced 44-piece 1/4" drive and 47-piece 3/8" standard and metric socket sets.
Tech Tip: Maintaining Belt Tension is Critical
Most late-model engines have serpentine belt drives for the engine-driven accessories. And most people know that belts are a maintenance item and eventually have to be replaced. But many don’t know the spring-loaded automatic tensioner that keeps a serpentine belt tight is also a wear item. Consequently, the automatic tensioner may also have to be replaced when the time comes to change the belt.
Honda Tech Tip: Knocking from the Front Suspension
Some owners of Honda Civics may complain of a knocking coming from the front suspension while driving over a bumpy road. This may be caused by the damper shaft nut not being tight enough. To correct the problem, loosen and retorque the damper shaft nut to the appropriate torque specification.
Increase Productivity with an Electronic Torque Wrench from GearWrench
GearWrench has introduced the Electronic Torque Wrench, which provides the user with +/-2% accuracy clockwise and +/-3% accuracy counterclockwise – compared to the +/-4% accuracy of mechanical torque wrenches.
The LINK Tools UniDriver is a Universal Drive Tool that Connects at Both Ends
LINK Tools’ aluminum and steel UniDriver offers incredible versatility as part of the LINK System. It’s a universal drive tool that connects at both ends and combines the functionality of a speeder, an extension, a screwdriver and more.