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Does Milwaukee Pry Bar Set Compare to Competition?

Milwaukee 48-22-9214 Pry Bars- How do They Compare? One of the most important tool in any mechanics tool box is his or her pry bar. It’s uses are virtually unlimited and every technician should own an assortment to deal with everything from tire work to engine and transmission replacements. One thing that some times gets […]

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How to Remove, Replace Stretch Belts With Lisle 59370

Replacing Stretch Belts Used to be Hard   I remember the first time I ever replaced a stretch style power steering belt on an older Ford Taurus. I remember a couple things about that job very vividly- they are bloody knuckles, swearing, more bloody knuckles, swearing and then a zip tie. Before tools like the […]

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MIlwaukee Neck Lights- Are They Comparable to Snap On?

Are Milwaukee’s Neck Lights Comparable to Snap-On or EZ Red? With the wild success of the Snap-On line of hands-free neck lights, it was inevitable that Milwaukee  would soon come out with a set of it’s own. They did so recently with the REDLITHIUM 2117-21 neck flashlights featuring the company’s patented TRUEVIEW™ High-Definition LED lighting […]

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Every Cooling System Tool a Mechanic Needs

Coolant systems can require special tools to diagnose Your automobile engines cooling system must operate correctly in order for the car to stay running properly. When something goes wrong and the car overheats or springs an antifreeze leak though, it can be one the hardest issues for mechanics to diagnose. Unlike the emissions system, there […]

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17 Tools to Help a Mechanic Beat Book Time

Having the right tool saves mechanics time and labor.   One thing you’re going to find when starting a career as a mechanic is that there is a tool for every job and having the right tools will make your job much easier. Whether it’s a special oil filter wrench, a fancy ratchet that literally […]

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Read This Before You Buy a NoCo Genius Battery Charger

Are NoCo Genius Battery Chargers Worth Buying? In 2023, it’s easy to find dozens of different battery chargers on the market. Recently, the company behind the best portable jump pack in NoCo has released a line of battery chargers- the NoCo Genius. With so many choices for cheap battery chargers out there, the question is […]

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Lisle Exhaust Hanger Removal Pliers Under $25?

Lisle 38350 Exhaust Hanger Pliers are worth double the pennies. I often say that a tool is “worth every penny”, but in the case of these exhaust hanger pliers I am willing to say I would pay double if I had to. The Lisle 38350 Exhaust Hanger Removal Pliers are that good when it comes […]

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Why You Won’t Buy From a Tool Truck in 2023

In 2023, buying a cheaper tool truck equivalent is effortless There was a time when buying a high-quality tool that would last loner then the rest meant buying from one of the tool trucks. In 2023, this is no longer the case. I’m going to convince you in this post why your next tool won’t […]

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Milwaukee an Alternative to Snap On Lights?

Are Milwaukee Tools work lights an alternative to Snap On for auto mechanics?   Milwaukee has recently started to market what it calls a superior lighting technology in TRUEVIEW™ High-Definition Output to auto mechanics and carpenters alike. Does TRUEVIEW™ lighting compare to the oldest leader in automotive lighting- Snap On tools? Or is the new […]

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Denali by Skil “Amazon Brand” Worth Buying?

Amazon is selling Denali by Skil extremely Cheap but is the brand worth buying?   “Amazon Brand” can be found on everything from tools to supplements and even medication in 2022. This Christmas, one of the “Very Merry Deals” on Amazon are these Denali by Skil power tools but are they worth buying? Even at […]