Top 5 Tools: Rodney Hessler, Al’s Body Shop
Rodney Hessler, owner Al’s Body Shop Billings, MT Sniper Optical Headlamp Aimer — It is so simple to use, it almost aims headlamps by itself. Set of ratcheting GearWrenches — They are compact, and so easy to use in cramped areas where other wrenches won’t fit. Herkules Enclosed Spray Gun Washer — Part of my
Top 5 Tools: Theo Kazadzis, Theo’s Automotive
Theo Kazadzis Theo’s Automotive Peachtree City, GA www.theosautomotive.com My Top 5 Favorite Automotive Tools: Hunter HawkEye Wheel Alignment System Matco Interceptor Scanner (Pegisys) GM TECH2 Scanner Bosch VCI Master Tech Wireless Scanner OTC LeakMaster EVAP Tester & Smoke Machine We are also using the following
Top 5 Tools: Will Williams, L & L Car and Truck
Will Williams, “Do It All” L & L Car and Truck Wilmington, DE My Top 5 Favorite Automotive Tools: OTC Strap Wrench — Fits all filter sizes. Snap-on 3/8” Ratchet — Its balance and grip are perfect. Stanley Wood Handle Straight Slot Screwdriver — Does everything from sync carbs to chisel. Bonney Socket Set
Top 5 Tools: Russell Lacy, Six Star Automotive
Russell Lacy, Technician Six Star Automotive Sandpoint, ID www.sixstarautomotive.net My Top 5 Favorite Automotive Tools: Snap-on Solus Pro & Vantage Pro — For an independent shop servicing all makes and models, there isn’t anything better. Power Probe 3 — Very quick and convenient. Snap-on MG325 3/8” Impact — Small but powerful. I rarely
Top 5 Tools: Mickey Speight, Lebanon Transmissions Inc.
Mickey Speight, Co-owner and President Lebanon Transmissions Inc. Lebanon, TN Along with co-owner/wife Shaun Speight, who Mickey says “is a very important part of our team,” and his crew, Mickey chose the following Top 5 Tools: Snap-on SOLUS Pro Scanner — It is very important in diagnosing before any repairs are done. SuperFlow’s
Top 5 Tools: Chris Chatoney, Avery Weigh-Tronix
Chris Chatoney, technician Avery Weigh-Tronix Pomona, CA AldenWrench Open-End Ratchets — Good for tight spots. GearWrench Wrenches — Good ratchet action. Snap-on 3/8” Ratchet — Good, smooth rotation. Craftsman Allen Wrenches — Good, hardened steel. Kobalt 4-lb. Drilling Hammer — Solid, yet light-weight and tough enough to pack a punch.
Top 5 Tools: October 2010
Pete Ross, owner Pete’s Car Care Rochester, IL Snap-on SOLUS Pro iATN Snap-on 1/2” Cordless Impact Power Probe II Snap-on CTS561 Cordless Screwdriver Richard Rawls, owner and technician Rawls’ Auto Garage Houston, TX OTC Pegisys Diagnostic Tool Mitchell 1 Wiring and Technical Information Ingersoll Rand Impacts and Ratchets Air Cools VW Engined Shop Air Compressor
Top 5 Tools: Steve Fishmen, The Outfit Auto Repair
Steve Fishmen, lead technician The Outfit Auto Repair Sacramento, CA Actron PocketScan Plus — A great tool for checking out used cars for my customers. Actron AutoScanner Plus — Very fast with a great database for fast diagnostics. Actron Fuel Pressure Tester Kit — Easy hook-up and easy to use. Has cut down my time.
Top 5 Tools: Michael Gabriel, Classic Motor Cars Inc.
Michael Gabriel, owner and technician Classic Motor Cars Inc. Oxnard, CA Fluke DMM — Very accurate and easy to use. PicoScope — Easy to use, like the large screen and color. Snap-on Wrenches and Pliers — Light, but very strong. Redline Detection Smoke Pro — Easy to use and inexpensive to operate. Snap-on Toolboxes —
Top 5 Tools: Kurt Schutzeus, Kurt’s Auto Body, Pittsburgh, PA
Kurt Schutzeus Kurt’s Auto Body Pittsburgh, PA Lincoln Welder Bear Alignment Machine Mac Tools OBD II Scan Tool Sun A/C Machine Heath Rotor Lathe
Top 5 Tools: Jose Navarro, VIP Auto Repair & Electric, Pacoima, CA
Jose Navarro VIP Auto Repair & Electric Pacoima, CA SPX AutoBoss V30 Global Scan Hose Clamp Pliers OTC Genisys Air Tools Diagnostic Solutions
Top 5 Tools: David Chiffens, Ambler Tire Co.
David Chiffens, owner/technician Ambler Tire Co. Ambler, PA Robinair 34788 A/C Machine — Does a great job on all R-134a vehicle A/C systems. Easy to use. Great results. Vacula Drain Twin Brake Fluid Pressure/Vacuum Brake Bleeder Machine — Easy to use; OEM-approved for many models. Wi Tec, the new Chrysler Scan Tool — Shows