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Doesn't Pamona make the Fluke leads? I Googled Pamona 5903A and came up with this: https://www.walkerindustrial.com/Automotive-Dmm-Kit-2530623-p/5903A.htm?oct http://www.walkerindustrial.com/v/vspfiles/pdf/datasheet/Fluke/d5903a_102.pdf

I see it kind of opposite. TS determines what D1 will be. The TS (torque settings) are the scribed marks on the handle. When you crank your handle to 40 ft. lbs., you then set (determine) what D1 will be by measuring from head center to handle center. When you hang a 40 lb. weight on the...

Hmmmmmmm....I understand the calibration logic, but I don't know how to explain it. Many DIY calibration instructions suggest using a 20lb. weight. Don't confuse this with your 20lb. lowest setting. Toss those thoughts out. You understand the concept that Torque (T) = Force (F) x Length...

When I researched scanners, I learned that all of the lower priced (vs. pro) models lag 2 to 4 years behind in updates. Bosch/Actron/OTC was the worst, stopping at 2013. I bought the Autel Diaglink for $87 this spring. Like the Foxwell, you add the brands you desire at $10 each. The...

Amazon, Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Sears, and numerous other online and brick & mortar establishments.

For what it is worth (2 cents), I have read a few forums where members have had problems with Schumacher made chargers using too high of voltage and cooking batteries. Investigate for yourself. Under $75 will be next to impossible for anything with quality. A popular charger brand across...

- I know that the marine forums recommend quality nylon insulation. When I research suppliers, it seems that the nylon ones lack some of the electrical code approvals. Some sites suggest its because nylon absorbs humidity. Comments? EDIT: CAN'T FIND MY LINKS TO THIS POSSIBLE MISINFORMATION...

Please excuse me when my OCD passion regarding brake lubes gets the best of me. The important thing to keep pounding in is that certain vehicle brand brake rubber swells if you don't use the correct product, even when the product proclaims "rubber safe". Others seem to dry out and gum up in...

Then, you either had a lousy sharpener, you didn't, or could not set it correctly, and/or you didn't use it correctly. The Oregon chain sharpener styles can be adjusted to maintain all factory angles. I went through some advanced training with our local Stihl distributor and the motor...

:dunno: Maybe you missed key points in my thread?? I.e., the exposed "metal to metal" part at the beginning? The "silicone only" at the bottom for the pins/rubber part?? I recommend the moly paste where exposed metal to metal will burnish it in. Places like the pad "ears" that ride in the...

But, there are much better products for weather exposed, water washout prone, metal to metal brake applications. If I remember correct, that CRC stuff has less than 5% solids (moly, graphite,teflon). These following 2 products have in excess of 40% solids, they are completely water proof...

The safest product to use is a silicone brake lubricant. It's what you see on re-manufactured calipers. If you study the internet, everything else has had success/failure in terms of rubber swelling on certain brands. Experience varies. Sil Glyde is NOT a true silicone lube, but it has an...

Thanks for that update. They all seem to have an Achilles heel. Even the guys here discussing the advanced professional models (Snap On, etc.) seem to require more than one scan tool under certain circumstances, and they are paying thousands for their tools and updates.

Well, that kind of *****. The old Ideal 30-429 had very unique die shapes unlike any of the others, and did excellent on both insulated and non insulated. Ideal must have thought it will save $$ abandoning their tool mfg. dies (I'm assuming) and selling rebranded Channellocks. Sigh.

Well, that kind of *****. The old ideals had very unique die shapes unlike any of the others, and did excellent on both insulated and non insulated. Ideal must have thought it will save $$ abandoning their tool mfg. dies (I'm assuming) and selling rebranded Channellocks. Sigh.

If you are a risk taker, you can buy the MS802 All Systems for $140 delivered from this site: http://www.autointhebox.com/autel-maxidiag-elite-md802-4-system-ds-model-epb-oil-service-reset-and-support-data-stream-function-engine-transmission-abs-airbag-major-electronic-models_p1665.html Make...

US Jack jackstands are now rated per PAIR. It has something to do with wording of new safety standards and that jack stands are designed to be used in pairs. See post #15: https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=335521

The Bluedriver only does enhanced codes for Chevy, Ford, Chrysler, BMW, and I think Toyota. A month ago when I contacted Actron, they verified that they have not updated their unit's enhanced code software past 2013. Things to think about.

Autel will be the best bang for the buck over Innova and Actron (Bosch). Autel is based in China vs. Innova and Actron/Bosch being U.S. based. All units are made in China, regardless. Customer support seems to run hot/cold with all three based on review sites. All three answered my simple...

Big SIGH.......in the "old days" you could just go to Sears and put together a respectable U.S. made set with a wonderful warranty. Thanks for the great thread. I admire (and can relate to) your attention to details. OCD *****.