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    The Garage

    The everything toolbox

    Emily Markham
    March 7, 2024
    ‘When you work on everything, you gotta have everything,” which means your toolbox has to be ready for everything.
    Photo courtesy of Streamlight
    Stylus Pro Haz-Lo Flashlight
    Stylus Pro Haz-Lo Flashlight
    Stylus Pro Haz-Lo Flashlight
    Stylus Pro Haz-Lo Flashlight
    Stylus Pro Haz-Lo Flashlight
    Tool Reviews

    Tool Review: Streamlight Stylus Pro Haz-Lo Flashlight

    John Baumgardt III
    March 7, 2024
    Reviewed by John Baumgardt, owner, operator, and technician at Baumgardt's Auto Repair in Fillmore, Indiana.
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    The Garage

    Back to basics with brake service

    Roy Dennis Ripple
    March 6, 2024
    Though a brake job isn't anything new for most technicians, it's those everyday tasks that you run the risk of forming bad habits.
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    GEDORE Thread Reset Tool
    GEDORE Thread Reset Tool
    GEDORE Thread Reset Tool
    GEDORE Thread Reset Tool
    GEDORE Thread Reset Tool
    Tool Reviews

    Tool Review: GEDORE Thread Reset Tool

    Matt Fanslow
    March 5, 2024
    Reviewed by Matt Fanslow, diagnostic tech/shop manager at Riverside Automotive in Red Wing, Minnesota.
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    LTI Tools Shockit Diesel NOx and Particulate Sensor Removal Kit by Milton Industries
    LTI Tools Shockit Diesel NOx and Particulate Sensor Removal Kit by Milton Industries
    LTI Tools Shockit Diesel NOx and Particulate Sensor Removal Kit by Milton Industries
    LTI Tools Shockit Diesel NOx and Particulate Sensor Removal Kit by Milton Industries
    LTI Tools Shockit Diesel NOx and Particulate Sensor Removal Kit by Milton Industries
    The Garage

    Innovation Award Profile: LTI Tools by Milton Shockit Diesel NOx and Particulate Sensor Removal Kit, No. LT966D

    Emily Markham
    March 4, 2024
    Q & A with Jeff Del Rossa, general manager of the specialty tool group for Milton Industries.
    Photo from Adobe
    Guest Blog: The difference between reflash and relearn
    Guest Blog: The difference between reflash and relearn
    Guest Blog: The difference between reflash and relearn
    Guest Blog: The difference between reflash and relearn
    Guest Blog: The difference between reflash and relearn
    Guest Blogs

    Guest Blog: The difference between reflash and relearn

    Keith Wray
    Feb. 27, 2024
    Snap-on's national training manager Keith Wray discusses the difference between reflash and relearn.
    Photo from Adobe
    Guest Blog: Key factors for choosing the right car lift for EV servicing
    Guest Blog: Key factors for choosing the right car lift for EV servicing
    Guest Blog: Key factors for choosing the right car lift for EV servicing
    Guest Blog: Key factors for choosing the right car lift for EV servicing
    Guest Blog: Key factors for choosing the right car lift for EV servicing
    Blogs

    Guest Blog: Key factors for choosing the right car lift for EV servicing

    Brett Baranauckas
    Feb. 21, 2024
    In this comprehensive guide, we’ll dive into the key factors you should consider when choosing the ideal car lift for your facility.
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    Guest Blog: Overcoming winter weather when performing dynamic ADAS recalibrations
    Guest Blog: Overcoming winter weather when performing dynamic ADAS recalibrations
    Guest Blog: Overcoming winter weather when performing dynamic ADAS recalibrations
    Guest Blog: Overcoming winter weather when performing dynamic ADAS recalibrations
    Guest Blog: Overcoming winter weather when performing dynamic ADAS recalibrations
    Blogs

    Guest Blog: Overcoming winter weather when performing dynamic ADAS recalibrations

    Duane "Doc" Watson
    Feb. 20, 2024
    Winter road conditions can sometimes interfere with ADAS recalibrations; here are some things to keep in mind.
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    Blog: How to maintain your tool truck
    Blog: How to maintain your tool truck
    Blog: How to maintain your tool truck
    Blog: How to maintain your tool truck
    Blog: How to maintain your tool truck
    Blogs

    Blog: 4 tips for maintaining your tool truck

    Summit Bodyworks
    Feb. 15, 2024
    Summit Bodyworks has four tips for keeping your tool truck spick-and-span.
    Streamlight Wedge XT
    Streamlight Wedge XT
    Streamlight Wedge XT
    Streamlight Wedge XT
    Streamlight Wedge XT
    Tool Reviews

    Tool Review: Streamlight Wedge XT Flashlight

    Benedict Grubner
    Jan. 23, 2024
    Reviewed by Benedict Grubner, technician at Mercedes-Benz of Burlington in Burlington, Massachusetts.
    GEDORE Thread Reset Tool, No. KL-0173-602 KA
    GEDORE Thread Reset Tool, No. KL-0173-602 KA
    GEDORE Thread Reset Tool, No. KL-0173-602 KA
    GEDORE Thread Reset Tool, No. KL-0173-602 KA
    GEDORE Thread Reset Tool, No. KL-0173-602 KA
    The Garage

    Up Close: GEDORE Thread Reset Tool, No. KL-0173-602 KA

    GEDORE
    Jan. 22, 2024
    The GEDORE Thread Reset Tool, No. KL-0173-602 KA, repairs damaged threads without compromising the wheel stud's strength.
    Assenmacher Specialty Tools 13mm Bypass Wrench, No. BY13
    Assenmacher Specialty Tools 13mm Bypass Wrench, No. BY13
    Assenmacher Specialty Tools 13mm Bypass Wrench, No. BY13
    Assenmacher Specialty Tools 13mm Bypass Wrench, No. BY13
    Assenmacher Specialty Tools 13mm Bypass Wrench, No. BY13
    The Garage

    Up Close: Assenmacher Specialty Tools 13mm Bypass Wrench, No. BY13

    Assenmacher Specialty Tools (AST)
    Jan. 22, 2024
    Designed to access hard-to-reach Detroit Diesel Turbo bolts and nuts by maneuvering around obstructions.
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    Up Close: K-Tool International XD Dual Mode Air
    Up Close: K-Tool International XD Dual Mode Air
    Up Close: K-Tool International XD Dual Mode Air
    Up Close: K-Tool International XD Dual Mode Air
    Up Close: K-Tool International XD Dual Mode Air
    The Garage

    Up Close: K-Tool International XD Dual Mode Air

    K-Tool International (KTI)
    Dec. 31, 2023
    The Dual Mode Air Operated Grease Gun is typically used when replacing ball joints, tie rod ends, sway bar links, and spacer joints.
    Photo courtesy of VIM Tools
    Up Close: VIM Tools Telescopic Wrench Extender 18"-26"
    Up Close: VIM Tools Telescopic Wrench Extender 18"-26"
    Up Close: VIM Tools Telescopic Wrench Extender 18"-26"
    Up Close: VIM Tools Telescopic Wrench Extender 18"-26"
    Up Close: VIM Tools Telescopic Wrench Extender 18"-26"
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    Up Close: VIM Tools Telescopic Wrench Extender 18"-26"

    VIM Tools, DMCO
    Dec. 30, 2023
    The extender is meant to be used in any application where a wrench is needed and extra leverage is required to remove stubborn or seized bolts.