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I know there is a special tool designed for head bolts. Why can't i just get the correct extension and socket needed for that application rather then buying the specialty tool that has the socket and extension as on piece. I just never seen the purpose of it. Im about to buy the tool but not...

hey guys, today i went outside to do some maintenance on my car and when i put my jack underneath the car, the jack lifted just to the frame but wont lift the vehicle. I can continue to pump it but it just wont lift. I went to the store and got some hydraulic oil thinking it was low on oil but...

Hey guys does anyone have any experience with the old style craftsman tap and die sets? The sets that were all USA made. I'm about to pull the trigger on a set from my neighbor for a good price. He said he never used it and was looking to get rid of it.

Hey guys looking at Gearwrench non ratcheting wrenches for home use. Does anyone have experience with these wrenches? Has anyone used them for pro use? Durability? Thanks guys.

Hey guys, I'm about to do a timing belt, water pump, tensioner, seals, etc. on my moms 2005 acura tl. I need a recommendation for a tool to hold the cam gear so i can remove them. Also, i need a tool to remove and install the cam seal. I was wondering if these tools would work for me. Any other...

Hey guys, my friend just purchased these external/inverted torx sockets. http://www.mactools.com/shoponline/product/tabid/120/p-320110-11-pc-combination-drive-sae-tamper-proof-inverted-torx-socket-set.aspx I know they are made in china, and made out of S2 steel. Do you think they will hold up...

Ended up buying these triple squares based off of reviews I have read from a bunch of forums. All 3/8 drive. S2 steel. And only $25 bucks. But I hear the quality is way better then $25 bucks worth.

I'm about to pull the trigger on a set of triple square/xzn sockets. Besides being made by the same company, what is the difference between the two? Does one use better steel for the sockets? http://www.tooltopia.com/vim-xzn100.aspx or http://www.tooltopia.com/vim-xzns1000.aspx The bottom one...

I was bored today, so i figured i would go buy a couple tools. ^ Unfortunately for this.

I'm in the market for a set of high quality triple square/xzn sockets. I have a set from advanced auto parts right now but I'm tired of every time I'm done using them i have to go get them replaced. I need a set that is actually made for repeated use and abuse. Thanks.

Finally decided to buy these Channellock pliers. I know they will come in very handy.

I'm looking into purchasing some more hex socket drivers. I already have normal length, but I'm wondering if a long set would be useful to have. A set like this... or should I pick up a shallow set? What are some application where the shallow and deep set would be useful? Thanks.

i know this is a dumb question...but why are spark plug ratchets curved at the end? is it for better leverage or something? i never understood why when a regular ratchet works perfect.

hey guys, one of the techs came up to me today and told me his friend told him sunex was being bought out. i have no idea by who or if its even true. i dont know where his friend heard this. and then he tells me how he said that sunex will not be warrantying anything that was purchased from now...

I'm looking into buying a set of sunex 3/8 drive metric impacts. I'm just torn whether i should buy the master set including shallows/deeps or if i should just buy the deeps. I never really use shallow sockets much but i know they will get used possibly. This socket set will just be a add on to...

hey guys, i already own a set of shallow impact swivels, but do you think its necessary to own deep too? where is some instances you have used the deep ones? i just need a good reason to keep me buying new tools. thanks.

Hey guys, just picked up a new tool to go along with my Dewalt 18v Impact.

Hey guys, I'm looking to add some of the larger wrenches to my collection. I need a brand recommendation. With bigger sizes like 24 to 32mm, does it really matter if I don't get the truck brands and end up getting craftsman? Or are the better brands that much better? Thanks.

Hey guys, im going to be buying some mechanic time savers socket holders. Im stuck on which colors i should get. Red, Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, Purple, Orange. My box is red, but i would think it would look cool to do a unique color. So what color? Thanks.

Hey guys im in the search for purchasing a rethreading set. Any brands i should look at? All the cars i use it for will be mostly metric too. Is the craftsman and snap on set virtually the same supplier? Or is snap on worth buying? Thanks.