Top 5 Tools: Arthur Irwin, Two Guys Garage
Alignment equipment, scanners and a die grinder top Arthur’s list of favorite shop tools.
What Are Your Top 5 Tools?
Send in your list of your five favorite tools and equipment that help you most in the shop, and you could be chosen to win a $25 gift card for Bass Pro Shops. From scan tools to flashlights, impact wrenches to on-car brake lathes or computer systems – tell us your Top 5 Tools, complete with descriptions on why the tools are your favorites, and your photo.
Servicing Brakes: I’ve Finally Found My Match!
Faster and lighter-weight components can lead to vibrations that increase from the smallest amount of lateral run-out. Karl Schneider takes us through the equipment and tools that will help prevent brake repair comebacks, ensuring customers are satisfied when braking for thousands of miles.
GM Makes Transmission Control Module Repair Easier With Release of Programming Tools
The programming setup is easily accessible via a download that can be secured through a TIS2Web Service Programming subscription, GM’s next-generation Technical Information System. Seven subscription packages are offered, varying by price, expiration date and support level. With a subscription in hand, all that’s required for a tech to flash the TEHCM is a J2534 device or scan tool.
MT2769 Impact Wrench from Matco Tools Packs 1,300 Pounds of Torque
Tool company launches the MT2769 1/2-inch impact wrench with features such as one-hand forward/reverse push-button design, reinforced clutch mechanism, rear housing power adjustment and a tip valve variable speed throttle provide techs with the power and speed they are looking for in an impact wrench.
New Makita Straight Grinder Combines Power, Durability and Versatility
GS5000 is ideal for metalworking applications in hard-to-reach spaces. It is powered by a Makita-built 7 amp motor with 5,600 rpm for demanding applications.
Goodson Introduces Analog Valve Spring Tester
Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders has introduced a new Analog Valve Spring Tester. The adjustable vertical scale rotates 180 degrees for left or right reading and the ergonomically designed T-handle provides firm control.
SP Tools Offers Duramax Water-In-Fuel Sensor Wrench
When replacing the fuel filter on a 2001 to current GM Duramax light-duty truck, the water-in-fuel sensor located in the bottom of the filter must be removed and reused in the new filter.
Coxreels Re-Engineers Full-Flow Fluid Path For The Reel Series
Coxreels has entirely re-engineered the fluid path on its 1195 Series reels. The 1195 Series now comes standard equipped with an in-line swivel and a remodeled low-profile outlet riser, offering superior full-flow characteristics and an improved operating pressure range.
Beta Offers Long-Lasting Hex Key Wrenches
Beta Tools of Italy takes an extra step of forging the hex-end into a bar of steel, which provides a harder hex key that wears longer, as well as offers a more precise fit with the fasteners.
New SOLAR BA9 12V Digital Battery and System Tester from Clore Automotive
Clore Automotive introduces the BA9, a digital battery and system tester designed for 12-volt batteries, from SOLAR. The BA9 is a pocket-sized unit that features an easy-to-read LCD display and has a wide testing capacity from 40-1200 CCA.
Lincoln Electric Launches Convenient, Easy-To-Use Mobile Application
Lincoln Electric introduces a mobile application designed to be a practical and time-saving tool for users to tap into the company’s welding resources. Created to provide a seamless user experience, the Lincoln Library mobile application will provide welders of all skill levels with the most current welding and cutting information.