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Hiball is pretty handy with the jax. I had the pleasure of visiting his shop when I bought a HW from him. It was full of them in all shapes and sizes. Great guy. Wish I hadn't been in such a hurry that day.

I bought something similar when I had an Audi TT (long story, but it was constantly throwing codes and the dealer couldn't seem to find the vacuum leak that was causing it). The one I had used a Compaq Ipaq with a cable and some inexpensive software called VAG-check...

I've been sniped before, so I typically use bidslammer.com. Their product isn't the best, but works. They usually submit the bids in the last 5 seconds.

My favorite would be an older Craftsman RHFT 3/8 that my dad gave me when I was a kid. I believe that these were manufactured by Easco back in the day. A close second would be the Proto Big Dawg 3/8 (just feels right in my hand). For 1/2, my SO S936 is my favorite. For 1/4, I like my old S-K.

Mine, too. Haven't used them too much yet, but they seem like a quality product. I really like the handles on my SK SureGrips, though.

That's what I had when we lived on the NH/MA border. I bought it in the summer for $200 or so. That thing was a tank. For a Southerner, running the snow blower seemed like a lot of fun the first couple of times. Then I realized it was just like mowing the yard. Except it was 5:00 am, in...

If you don't want to pop for the VAG-COM, you might look at Vag-Check: http://www.arlab.it/vc/main.html It uses a PDA and is great for reading codes, resetting the check engine light, etc. I liked it because it booted up immediately unlike a laptop. I still have my cable and the Ipaq left...

I've got this one and have used it. It is ok, seems to be pretty well made and the bits seem to hold up well.

I would second (and third) the Proto Big Dawg recommendations. That one is the one I reach for first. They come up on ebay all the time, like this one...

Merk, I use Bidslammer to stop getting outbid at the last second. It is a really good sniping software that submits your bids in the last 5 seconds or so of the auction. Set it and forget it. www.bidslammer.com

I use Craig's Pal. It is a little clunky, but works: http://www.softpedia.com/progScreenshots/CraigsPalFree-Screenshot-86687.html

My youngest agrees with you, Merk. This weekend I was in the garage working on a project and my 6 year old daughter wanted to help. I asked her to pick out a ratchet. She bypassed the Proto Big Dawg, SK, Craftsman RHFTs and even a Facom to pick out my S936. Gotta love that kid.

I received one that formerly held a new Snap On S936. It was empty, but came in a plastic envelope with a note from the Postmaster saying that he was sorry. I insure everything that I send via USPS, and I don't use them unless I have to do so. UPS and FedEx cost more, but to me it is worth it.

I have one of the Hiball rebuilt jacks and can attest to the quality of his work. He's a good guy, too.

That's a great point, Ben. I debated sending mine in for calibration, but then I read a thread on here about a Craftsman electronic torque measuring meter. I grabbed one of those on ebay. Although I haven't checked the torque wrench thoroughly, I did a few random settings and it is spot on...

Coach, I bought a used Snap-On click-type on ebay recently. It goes up to 100 ft-lbs IIRC, and I paid under $100 for it. It seems as if the 3/8 drive ones are pretty reasonably priced. Here's one that is very similar (it may be identical--haven't checked the numbers on mine) to the one that...

Vulture, I'm with you. I picked up a 3/8 Big Dawg Proto for $19 on ebay. I love how that thing feels. The ratcheting action, the weight, everything about it feels great to me. This is purely subjective, of course, so opinions may vary.

Steven, I don't use my tools like you do, but I've been very happy with every Proto (and even Challenger) tool that I own. I've never had to warranty one, so I can't comment on that. But there are several Grainger locations not too far from Mexico. I've never had a problem with S-K, either...

Hiball, The jack works like charm. Thanks!

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