Hollow End Line Taps from LTI Tools
Hollow end line taps rethread female fittings without line removal. The hollow end tap slides over the flared end of the line easily, rethreading the female connector.
Easily Loosen Corroded Fittings with Venom from Induction Innovations
Venom generates invisible heat to release ferrous and some non-ferrous metals from corrosion and thread lock compounds without the dangers of open flame and up to 90% faster – 3/4” nuts are turned red hot in less than 15 seconds.
New Hard Line Sealing Tool from Koul Tools
In addition to perfecting newly flared stainless steel, aluminum or copper lines, the Surseat can also rejuvenate the seal on existing brake and fuel lines for restoration projects.
Liquid Tools: Choose Your Maintenance Chemicals Based On The Application
The shelves in most parts stores are stocked with an abundance of aerosol maintenance products – everything from cleaners to lubricants. The huge selection of products can be overwhelming, leading to confusion about which product you should purchase for a given application.
Chicago Pneumatic’s New Hose Reel Range Offers Exceptional Durability
The cost-effective hose reel features a new crimping system on the hose/tool connection to provide maximum quality and robustness, and it is protected by a shield, which avoids any undue stress on the crimping, thereby prolonging its life.
Rivet Bonding Comes Full Blast
Now that rivet bonding is in the mainstream with the Ford F-150, it’s time for shops to look into training and equipment for this repair process.
General’s New PalmScope Is Full-Featured Video Inspection System
Has numerous vehicle maintenance applications; fits in pocket or clips to belt; specs rival far more expensive units.
Editor’s Notes: The Love of Tools Is Shared Among Many
After the June/July issue of TechShop came out, I heard from an industry friend about my “Common Sense Tool Advice” column, which featured “fatherly advice” from my coworker Andrew Markel’s dad. Denny Mandeville, the owner and lead technician of Canyon Automotive in Sedona, AZ, and I have kept in touch over the years after meeting
Stocking, Selling And Installing TPMS Sensor Service Kits
Every time a stem-mounted TPMS sensor is removed from a rim, it must be serviced – no ifs, ands or buts. This goes for sensors that are six months old to six years old. Always use a new kit. The typical kit includes a nut, valve core, grommets and valve cap. Each component has a specific function and lifespan that is not only determined by time, but what happens when it is installed.
MountzPro Introduces Its True Dual Scale Torque Wrench
The torque wrench is calibrated in both scales of measurement.