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The pumps made for brake bleeding do not introduce air into the fluid. Not sure about the DIY modified-weed-sprayer setups.

I like to pressure bleed, but the Mityvac system hoses are ****** and leak after a while, usually making a big mess. Recently I have tried using the Mityvac fluid extractor to vacuum bleed. Gets a TON of bubbles, but I learned that for a fluid exchange it doesn't matter. For component...

Well, I liked the stubby so much I went back and got the six-inch version. I will probably also get the 4-1/2 and convert my old T936 to 3/8.

I have an "Ochesi" from Amazon that works great.

Coil them lasso-style to avoid curling them. Hang in a hose hanger with a velcro wrap around them.

It is the same story with most of these "warranty" discussions - just do your best not to break tools. I use ratcheting box wrenches on caliper bolts all the time WHEN they come loose easily. If I have to hang on it, I am switching to another tool. You have to be able to tell when you are...

I cracked up at his comment about techs who believe "factory torque specs are just woke nonsense."

I got one today. Very well made. Exceeds my expectations. They need to roll out more of the chrome handle versions asap.

What is the story with that foam?

Whether it is AI or not, why have we moved the world to where all information is presented by video? I can read about five times faster than someone speaks on video. It is a very inefficient way to learn about something. I would rather read an article.

Snap On split beam torque wrench in 3/8. I am partial to the metal handles, and I have been looking for a good one for a while.

I have a Matco one with various adapters; the latest one from HF appears to have the same doodads. If I were buying one today, I would get this: https://www.harborfreight.com/deluxe-compression-test-kit-10-piece-64917.html

They sell replacement pieces for the set. Supposedly you have to upload a receipt showing you actually bought the set. However, I recently replaced a lost wrench and did not have to show any proof of purchase - just dropped it in the cart, checked out, and it showed up in the mail.

I am familiar with one around here who charges a bit more than most of the good independent repair shops, similar to dealer prices. If you want to book an oil change he is eight weeks out.

I absolutely charge for diagnostics. A busted coolant hose is one thing, but if tools and SI come out there is going to be a charge unless I don't solve your problem. The main value you bring as a technician is the knowledge needed to fix a problem, not the ability to turn wrenches. Why would...

BMW E34 M5 and E36 M3 front hubs are 46mm. I still have an old chrome 1-13/16 3/4 drive socket that fits them.

I see a 77-piece bit set - is this what I am looking for? https://www.mactools.com/products/sbdb77rbrt?_pos=1&_sid=afc55d5d9&_ss=r

Ok, here are pictures of how you adjust it: the round cover midway up the handle has a dab of sealant in a hole. Pry out the sealant to reveal a 2mm hex head screw. Turn to adjust the torque at which the wrench clicks. Refill hole - I used RTV. Super easy.

Bump, anyone have a copy of this manual?

I have used it a couple of dozen times. It is hard to get repeatable results. I went back to strings, which are almost as fast if you know what you are doing. In fairness, I was using it in an old iphone, so newer tech may improve how well it works.