Unusual Tools
There’s a fine line between tools you really need to have and ones you don’t. Throughout the course of a career as an auto technician, there will be a lot of tools you’d love to own, but should you?
Innovative Specialty Blow-Gun Set from IPA
These blow guns solve everyday problems from cleaning head-bolt holes, anchor-bolt holes, manifolds and gasket surfaces to removing grease or rust, and blowing out channels, injector ports, etc.
OTC Releases New Adapter Tools for Heavy-Duty Vehicle Repair
New adapters allow technicians to repair heavy-duty vehicles more efficiently, getting vehicles back up and running faster.
Easily Remove Radiator Hoses with Tools from Lisle
Handy tools help techs remove radiator hoses from fittings and clamps.
Universal Seal/Bearing Puller from LTI Tools
Use with your air hammer for easy one-person operation on 90% of all seals and race bearings.
2-Piece Hose Removal/Installer Set from Lang Tools
Designed for separating hoses from their flange such as radiator, heater, turbo and intake ducting, the set includes both a straight tip for exerting force in a forward pushing motion and a 150-degree curved tip for exerting force in a pulling motion.
OTC Releases New Fuel Injection Tools for Heavy-Duty Detroit Diesel Engines
The new specialty tool offerings from OTC are now available throughout North America and include an injector remover, injector height gauge set, fuel injector torque adapter and injector cup removal/installation tool.
The Humble Mechanic: Do Expensive Tools Make You a Better Mechanic?
Charles provides his thoughts on which tools and equipment are worth spending a little extra on, and which ones you’re better off saving your hard-earned dollars.
Central Tools Torque Wrenches to Include N.I.S.T. Traceable Certification
Central Tools announced that all Central Brand, made in USA torque wrenches will now include a N.I.S.T traceable certification for no extra cost.
SP Tools Named Official Tool Brand for ToyMakerz Workshop
SP Tools announced it has been named the official tool brand for the groundbreaking series ToyMakerz, featuring extreme vehicle creations of ToyMakerz CEO David Ankin.
