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Tech angle tips: Do not leave the batteries in when not in use. If you buy a used one, get one with the newer style screw-on battery cap. This is a great read: https://ashermade.com/2016/06/11/snap-on-tech2fr100-techwrench-repair/ Notice the terminal corrosion, from leaving the batteries in...

Re: Snap On dealer discounts I have a close relative who has a SO truck. He works 12+ hours a day 6 days a week. He gives everyone a discount of at least 10% and many free items for regular customers such as shirts, hoodies, socks, hats, etc. He makes less money, but makes it up in volume and...

When you say industry leading, what do you mean? Which tools? Impacts, chromes, sockets, cordless, air, pliars, wrenches, torque? For home or professional use? Light duty trucks or diesel? What limitations are you experiencing with your current tools that is leading you towards the decision...

Pry bar set came with the new style hammer that is flat on both ends. SO man got 2 in each color. Theres a green 1/4 locking flex quick release ratchet hiding too.

Yes. You probably arent the only person with this problem. Doesnt matter if its sealed from the electronics, water inside electronic parts is not good and is unsafe.

What about replacing the inside of the battery packs? Anyone doing that?

Is it possible to charge more up front for labor? I dont mind paying more money up front if the job is done correctly. But when the part is marked up more than 20%, I feel like I was ripped off.

A professional mechanic purchasing a quality tool box is investing in himself. Having a well made box that keeps everything organized and accessible is a great time saver and will pay for itself in due time. As a used purchase, it can always be sold in the future as used snap on boxed hold their...

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Grip the socket with the other hand and apply pressure as needed to prevent fastener movement during the ratcheting phase.

SO are my favorites. I cant go without the grips, the heads and lifetime warranty.

Needed it to remove aftercoolers on diesels. Huge time saver and it broke loose bolts my shorter regular wrench couldnt budge. When I backed the bolt out too far against a metal support, just switched directions until I could get clearance to remove the wrench.

Exactly. Im reading through the replies and most people are telling you not to do it and not answering your question. It is to be expected. Show me someone with a dream and I will show you a long line of people ready to shoot it down. Friend of mine quit his mechanic's job to start his own...

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A set of impact sae semi deeps works for me. I use em on my impact and ratchets. For people that dont see sae much they are great.