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I have a 2 post hoist and normally would use custom wood mini ramps to drive car on top and then slip arms underneath. However its super annoying and even with rubber feet they move at times and I have to mess around to get car up in the air. I see plastic ramps available that are 2 parts. I...

I currently use the Gearwrench 90t 1/4" drive and its great but not compact enough for what I am looking for. I am leaning towards the Hazet 116mm or the Ko-Ken 114mm What are your thought on these brands?

Hi Everyone, I could use your help:) I am looking for a spray can version of silicone lube to help out when installing 0-rings, Coolant hoses, door seals, Intake pipes etc. I have read many articles talking about the amount of silicone each brand has and which is best. But I am also aware...

Looks like $89 for the mf100 and $110 mf200 just need something to replace air cans. I do have full compressor for real air work

I have been looking for a thermal camera for a while. For automotive use I was thinking something like the Topdon TC004 which is around $200 is there any other options I should consider before ordering one? thank you (Note: the Topdon is $207cnd right now and funny to see the green one which...

Trigger broke due to 20 years of use. It was perfect but I didn't like that it needed its own circle type of power adapter. I saw the Bosch one and its nice this is the one I bought yesturday great info from project farm to on you tube The Bosch is just what I wanted but its amost 3 times...

I have been using my current Mastercraft cordless driver for many years. I do like the low power these type have but I now need a replacement. I do own the Milwaukee m12 hex driver but its to large and powerful for what I am looking for. Does anyone have any recommendations for a compact...

I currently have a basic universal puller kit and a few 3/4 jar pullers and would like to update some of my gear with a additional set. Some of the different ones I see coming up and could use your help picking a nice set. (this is for hobby use) thank you 54 Piece Harmonic Balancer Puller &...

Thanks to everyone. Yes I do have a full set of short and long version of the standard hex sockets. I was working on a timing belt cover and recall wishing I had something to help remove some of the tough to get to bolts. This is what made me aware of the idea of buying a set of ball version...

Looking to add some to my tool box. I have read about many snapping them off and creating more issues. However I do think they are needed to have "just in case" What are your thoughts? Brands? I see Gearwrench and Tekton coming up often.

Hi Everyone, as the title states I am looking to add a universal pulley holder. Not to sure on brands but thought Garage Journal team can help me out. Some brands I see coming up often. (Bilitools, Otc etc) Interesting to see the red one is just like the otc. Otc is roughly double in price...

Thanks for your reply. I actually use it for many projects from cleaning work bench, cleaning sockets and tools after use, brakes, greasy bolts before attempting to remove, spills on floor, cleaning funnels after use etc.

Hi Guys, I have been using brake cleaner at the shop and my last batch is very different. After some research it turns out its due to new regulations that were put in place near the beginning of the year. The new version of brake cleaner is way to strong to use. It eats rubbers, paint and...

Need help picking one. Thanks for your time

Hello I am looking to buy a thermometer for general use but also for A/C testing in Automotive. I am looking for a quality product Some examples that come up in searching would be from Fluke, Klein, Power Probe Temp Kit etc thank you for your time