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Be Careful With Gloves
A lot of mechanics don’t wear gloves. A lot do wear gloves. For most it’s a personal preference. I prefer wearing them instead of having to wash my hands frequently, and definitely wear them when working with various automotive chemicals. … Continue reading
Air Hammer vs. Drill
When it comes to removing stuck or broken things, there are usually two choices: air hammer or drill. If a bolt is broken off or completely stripped and seized, you have the option of using a chisel bit on an … Continue reading
Update: Evolution of My Toolbox
3 years ago I wrote a post showing how my tool collection had expanded in the last two and a half years. Well, after three years it’s time for another update.
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Tagged GearWrench, Grey Pneumatic, Knipex, Matco, Snap-on, Toolbox, Tools
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Check the Threads
Whenever you’re removing a bolt that isn’t rusty, but it is hard to turn, it’s a good idea to check the threads on the bolt and the hole. If the threads got damaged in some way, when you try to … Continue reading
Tool Review: Streamlight Stylus Pro USB
Out of all the tools I’ve reviewed, this might be the one I’ve used the most.
Tool Review: Tekton T10-T40 long Torx driver set
It’s been a while since I did a tool review, so I figured I should do one that I’ve been using for a while to see how it’s held up. Here’s what I think of this long Torx driver set … Continue reading
Taps & Dies vs. Thread Chasers: What’s the Difference?
When threads get damaged on bolts or in bolt holes, there are two options: taps & dies, or thread chasers. What are they, and what’s the difference between the two? Why do I have sets of each?
