What Are Some Good Brands of Tools?

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Hand tools and automotive tools?

I’m looking for tool sets, and I need to know which ones are decent.

If I get an automotive set, I’d like it to have a full metric/SAE socket wrench set.

Craftsman 9-34740 32 Piece 1/4-3/8 Drive Standard/Metric Socket Wrench Set



Craftsman 6 pc. Universal Wrench Set – Metric



Snap-On 870110 20-Inch Wide Mouth Tool Bag



1/4 In Dr Computorq3 Electronic Torque Wrench – 2.0-20.0 Ft/Lb

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Automotive Tools, General June 12th 2010

Ford Explorer & Mercury Mountaineer: Removing & Replacing Heater Core : Ford Explorer & Mercury Mountaineer: Tools for Removing Heater Core

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Removing the heater core from a car can be difficult without the right automotive tools.

Learn what tools you need with help from a certified mechanic in this free automotive video.

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Automotive Tools May 17th 2010

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Automotive Tools May 14th 2010

SK 91844 44 Piece 1/4-Inch Drive 6 Point Standard and Deep Socket Set with 18 Piece 3/16-Inch to 9/16-Inch and 23 Piece 4-Millimeter to 15-Millimeter Assortments

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  • 44-piece 1/4-inch drive 6-point fractional/metric socket set stands up to harsh working environments
  • Patented SuperKrome finish for durability and maximum corrosion resistance
  • SureGrip hex design drives the side of the fastener, not the corner
  • Includes 4-1/2-inch pro ratchet, 2 extensions, 23 standard sockets, and 18 deep sockets
  • Full lifetime warranty

Product Description:

Sets – Sockets & Ratchets Type: Standard & Deep Length Socket Set Fractional Drive Size: 1/4 Number of Points: 6 Size Range: 3/16 – 9/16, 6 – 15mm Number of Pieces: 44Amazon. com Product DescriptionWith its durable SuperKrome finish, the SK Hand Tools 44-Piece 1/4-Inch Drive 6-Point Fractional/Metric Socket Set stands up to harsh working environments. The high polish finish ensures long life and maximum corrosion resistance. All sockets feature the Su. . . More >>

SK 91844 44 Piece 1/4-Inch Drive 6 Point Standard and Deep Socket Set with 18 Piece 3/16-Inch to 9/16-Inch and 23 Piece 4-Millimeter to 15-Millimeter Assortments

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Automotive Tools April 28th 2010

Auto Repair – Top Cooling System Service DenLors Tools Video

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www.denlorstools.com The AP 7858 diagnostic radiator coolant pressure tester and the LIS22150 coolant fill funnel in use, more specialty auto tools available at DenLorsTools.com, Free Shipping $99 & up, Great Price and service on the automotive tools you need, visit www.denlorstools.com

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Automotive Tools April 21st 2010

What To Search For When Purchasing An Air Compressor

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It seems that many woodworkers don’t have an air compressor, simply because they sound difficult.

Some of the handy terms that you need to actually know about when keeping a lookout for a compressor include:

PSI – Pounds per square inch

CFM – Cubic feet per minute

Duty Cycle – how long a compressor can run compared to the quantity of rest time over a thirty minute period. Like it can operate for ten minutes, then rest for twenty without making major head wear

Single Stage – where the compression piston compresses all the air in one stroke

Versus 2 Stage – where there are 2 pistons that work in cooperation to compact the air.

If you are planning on running tools like sanders, buffers, grinders and so on you’ll need to think about something in the mid-size or perhaps large shop size of compressors.

If you’re planning on employing grinders, sanders, buffers and the like, you’ll need to consider a giant fixed base compressor like Campbell – Hausfeld or Ingersoll-Rand. These will have around 6 hp and a storage tank of fifty gallons or more. If you’re a hobbyist woodworker, who is searching for a nailer or stapler, one of the little lightweight compressors is ideal. Makers like Porter-Cable or Delta will work fine.

The genuine trick to purchasing a compressor is to realise beforehand what you’re going to use it for and what the air-tool rating is in PSI and CFM. This may give you a better indication of the duty cycle you will need. But this isn’t the end either, because you must look CLOSELY at the air tools you are considering because the same tool can vary significantly in the quantity of compressed air it’ll consume. That is’s enormously important, and it indicates the difference between getting a mid-size compressor or big fixed compressor. A compressor and associated air powered tools could be a real time saver, even for the hobbyist’s work shop.

In the final analysis you’ll have to make that complicated call, but what ever you do, make certain you ensure you get a workable compressor for your choice of tools.

Next, you can find what more you can discover about Air Compressor varieties that you can find at the Discover Air Compressors blog.

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Automotive Tools April 19th 2010

Ingersoll Rand SK4M14 1/2-Inch Drive 14-Piece Metric Standard Impact Socket Set

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  • Tough and reliable 1/2-inch 14-piece metric impact socket set
  • Forged chrome-molybdenum steel for high-strength durability
  • Laser-etched size labeling
  • Electro-phosphate finish for a sleeker look and high visibility
  • Limited lifetime warranty

Product DescriptionThe Ingersoll Rand Impact socket set features impact-grade chrome-molybdenum steel with laser etching. You get 14 metric 6-point sockets in sizes 10 through 19mm plus 21, 22, 26 and 27mm in a blow-molded case. Drive (in. ): 1/2, Pieces (qty. ): 14, Point Size (qty. ): 6, Metric Socket Size (mm): 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 26, 27, Material Type: Chrome Molybdenum Steel, Storage Type: Blow Molded Case. . . More >>

Ingersoll Rand SK4M14 1/2-Inch Drive 14-Piece Metric Standard Impact Socket Set

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Automotive Tools March 23rd 2010

Waterloo Tool Boxes for Automotive Tool Storage

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If you are an auto technician you know how important your automotive tools are. Protect your investment in your car tools by having a tool box that is large enough to store your tools and keep them organized wen the tools are not in use. Larger auto tool boxes allow the room for organizers, this makes it easy to see if anything is missing at a glance. Financing for tool boxes is available at DenLors Tools through Crest Financial. When purchasing an auto tool box from DenLors Tools, no sales …

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Automotive Tools March 15th 2010

Find The #1 Selection Of Automotive Tools at Eris Automotive Tools

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Great Neck PSO40 40 Piece 1/4-Inch and 3/8-Inch Drive Socket Set

Great Neck PSO40 40 Piece 1/4-Inch and 3/8-Inch Drive Socket Set

There is probably nothing worse than taking on an automotive project without the right tools.   Some jobs are down-right impossible without the right automotive tools and equipment. At Eris Automotive Tools we have the best selection of automotive tools available at excellent prices.

Our Auto Pros eat, drink and sleep automotive tools and equipment. They are knowledgeable about automotive tools and can help the professional mechanic as well as the home mechanic find the right tool for job. We have a notable selection of automotive hand tools. Torque wrenches, tap and die sets, scraping tools, tapered reamers, tongue and groove pliers, and pry bars are just a small sample of the many types of automotive hand tools that we carry at Eris Automotive Tools.

If you are unable to find the particular tool that you are looking for on our website, then there is a high probability that we can special order you exactly what you need. We are authorized dealers of huge number of product lines. To name a few them, there is Lisle Corporation, KD Tools, SK Hand Tools, Robinair, and 3M Automotive Tools.

We do our best to provide exceptional customer service and below retail pricing on all of our automotive tools. Our website makes it easy to find the exact automotive tools and equipment necessary for today’s automotive projects. Our encrypted security protocols ensure reliable and secure transactions. Whether one is looking for a specific part or simply wants to browse, we have the automotive tools you are looking for. Visit us at http://erisautomotive. com

Eris Automotive Tools is a family owned automotive tools and equipment supply center that has been online for over seven years. There is a great selection of tools for both professional and home mechanics. The selection of professional grade automotive hand tools is exceptional and exceptionally well priced. For quality automotive tools and superb customer service trust Eris Automotive Tools.

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Automotive Tools December 15th 2009

Automotive Tools For Your Home Garage

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You can save hundreds of dollars on garage fees every year by carrying out minor servicing and maintenance jobs on your car yourself. Armed with a selection of widely available automotive tools, a garage manual for your car, and enough time and patience to get a job done properly, pretty much anyone can carry out the routine tasks needed to keep your car on the road and running smoothly. One of the most satisfying aspects of carrying out maintenance tasks on your vehicle – aside from saving money on expensive garage bills – is that you are able to get an understanding of how the car works, and the more you understand about the vehicle, the easier it is to put things right in the event of a breakdown. Any home garage requires a good selection of automotive tools to carry out work on a car. Some vehicles from certain manufacturers have non standard machining and sizes used throughout their construction, and you will need to get automotive specialty tools designed for the purpose of working on that particular car from a motor store. No home workshop is complete without a trolley jack and axle stands to allow you to get under the car and do things like oil changes and exhaust checks. For most small jobs, such as changing the oil or replacing filters, changing the spark plugs and brake pads on your vehicle, general tools such as a wrench and a screwdriver are all that is required, and these are widely available in most hardware stores. It is a good idea to keep your automotive tools separate from other tools you may have, because if you begin a job and then discover that the tool you want to use is missing, it can cause major headaches. Twenty years ago, cars were much simpler to maintain and understand than they are today. Computerised engine management systems and adjustable fuel injectors are now commonplace, and special automotive diagnostic tools are required in order to make adjustments to the engine timing and fuel air mix, whereas in the past, these jobs could be done quite simply. Areas of the car that almost anyone can handle the regular maintenance of are the interior and exterior panels. Simple scratches and dents to the bodywork are easy to repair using a soft mallet for panel beating and abrasive paper, spray paint and filler for paintwork repairs. If your car is well used, the interior is likely to start to look tired and dated and in need of a little tender loving care. Thankfully, there are many automotive upholstery tools available to help you to tidy up the interior of the car and bring it back to its sparkling best. You can repair small tears and burns on the seats by darning them or applying a repair patch over the affected area. The trim of the car can be brought back to life with a good buffing using a polisher, while using specialist tools it is possible to repair the carpets or even replace them. Of course there is much more to owning and maintaining a car than just tightening nuts and sewing up split seams, and you may find that you want to add non-stock parts such as a more efficient air filter or new exhaust to improve performance, and once you understand the basics of automotive maintenance, upgrades and tuning will become more accessible, saving you even more money in the long term. Doing small jobs yourself can save you plenty of money on garage bills, and having the right automotive tools to get the jobs done is an excellent idea that will save you time and effort in the long run. However, one of the most important things for any mechanic to know is when to pass over a job to an expert, and rather than potentially do more damage than good, to get a qualified mechanic to carry out work on a car.

Jason has been in the construction equipment and industrial sales business for over 10 years. He owns and operates Red Hill Supply to better serve the automotive and industrial industries. – Automotive Tools

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Automotive Tools December 8th 2009

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