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[T_Roze]

It's technically not a replacement for any 'real' scanner that has bi-directional controls. What it is is an enhanced global obd scanner. It will only be used to speed up diagnosis dealing with advanced driveability problems. It has specific tests for fuel trim, o2s, cats, volumetric efficiency, etc. Even talks to you and tells you if there is a problem, automatically pulls up troubleshoooters when it sees a problem and shows definitions of mode 6 tests. Basically everything I had to do in my head before is now put into a nice display. It's not exactly a cheap setup initially, but the updates are free. I opted for the bluetooth version so I'm in it for roughly $1500 with the cost of the tablet. You could pick up a used solus/modis/verus for that cost, but of course you would have yearly updates to pay for. I wouldn't have one as my only scanner and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone that didn't spend the majority of their day dealing with driveability issues across multiple vehicle lines. http://www.automotivetestsolutions.com/escan-pro.html

Thanks for the review, even though I was not asking. I have been following various systems the past year, as our shop is looking at updating from an older solus, and I wouldn't mind picking up a personal unit.

I really like not being tied to snap on or someone else for updates. Your scanner caught my interest, lookS like a pretty comprehensive unit for just OBDII. The blue tablet helps out too But for a stand alone unit, bi directional is a must. I have been eyeing up the ethos plus. Looks like a good little unit, and they will roll in three years of updates with purchase I believe. Never have played with one though, so I can't say anything more than some BS'ing with my dealer.


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[MattVette89]

Ok thanks, that's actually reasonable, it's my understanding that they dont warranty them is that correct?

Technically I don't believe they are. I think some dealers will do it for good customers and just eat the cost. That's only my speculation, though. I had a cool dealer before who said he'd warranty a couple but I just paid him the $20. To me it's normal use/wear. I do prefer the comfort grips over chrome handles, though.

 

[Tom.C]

Yea me too I work with hydraulics a lot so the oil is out of control lol

 

[Project_shadow]

Well it's new to me for 16$



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[wyckerman]

$230 AUD new which is a reasonable price especially when the larger sizes are included.

Where abouts did you get them from? I've nabbed a few extra 13/17/19mm from the Masters closing down sale, but haven't gone for a complete set.

 

[NoahG]

Bunch of bits and bobs



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[Ruger_556]

Starrett straight edges, Fenix flashlight, and a cordless work light.

 

[bobemmerich]

Well it's new to me for 16$



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I have that same jigsaw. Had it since I was a kid. Works great!

 

[rmsg0040]

which fenix?

 

[Project_shadow]

I have that same jigsaw. Had it since I was a kid. Works great!

I'm tired of borrowing lol
I'm unsure of the year, but it cuts lol


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[Ruger_556]

which fenix?

LD-22 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C30LIU6/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[MattVette89]

Came in today:

Like new 1/4" extension set



Metric angle wrench set

 

[ihateminimumwage]

Zoro 20% off order arrived today. Going to make some service call work WAY faster (Roloc disc going on the sander).

 

[dkroth]

Zoro 20% off order arrived today. Going to make some service call work WAY faster (Roloc disc going on the sander).

I recall some of the reviews of the buffer said it was a non-standard thread size. Let us know how it really works out for you.

 

[rmsg0040]

LD-22 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C30LIU6/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Nice, I want to pull the trigger on the Thrunite TN20

 

[wagzilla]

14.4v lights finally showed up!! I think they complete my green 14.4v collection!!

These pearl whites were in the discount bin and needed a home...

Now they have one!! Worked out good!! I think I have enough screwdrivers now...

This jacket is warm!!

Has jacket, and pocket warmers,

Pocket warmer,

Back warmer,

I want that heated jacket!!! part number?

James

 

[ihateminimumwage]

I recall some of the reviews of the buffer said it was a non-standard thread size. Let us know how it really works out for you.

Thread size is M8 x 1 according to parts breakdown, which is an odd one. I was more surprised it was threaded vs the standard collet like a die grinder (probably to keep idiots from sticking drill bits in there).

I'll be using 2" rolocs mostly, so the piece that came with will work fine. This is just to take away a lot of frustrating time with a scraper and x-acto getting difficult gasket material off.

 

[Mastermind]

It's technically not a replacement for any 'real' scanner that has bi-directional controls. What it is is an enhanced global obd scanner. It will only be used to speed up diagnosis dealing with advanced driveability problems. It has specific tests for fuel trim, o2s, cats, volumetric efficiency, etc. Even talks to you and tells you if there is a problem, automatically pulls up troubleshoooters when it sees a problem and shows definitions of mode 6 tests. Basically everything I had to do in my head before is now put into a nice display. It's not exactly a cheap setup initially, but the updates are free. I opted for the bluetooth version so I'm in it for roughly $1500 with the cost of the tablet. You could pick up a used solus/modis/verus for that cost, but of course you would have yearly updates to pay for. I wouldn't have one as my only scanner and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone that didn't spend the majority of their day dealing with driveability issues across multiple vehicle lines. http://www.automotivetestsolutions.com/escan-pro.html

Exactly what I needed to know. Thanks man, I still do it in my head. And for the other guy looking at the ethos, not much for bidirectional. Be warned.

 

[T_Roze]

Exactly what I needed to know. Thanks man, I still do it in my head. And for the other guy looking at the ethos, not much for bidirectional. Be warned.

Thanks


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[zzzz]

Where abouts did you get them from? I've nabbed a few extra 13/17/19mm from the Masters closing down sale, but haven't gone for a complete set.

How are the prices at masters? I bought a few from them a few years back. Not the cheapest.

Got that set from eBay. There's a seller from QLD that usually has a good selection of Stahlwille.

 

[upgrading]

and a cordless work light.

Looks nice.

 

[Cope]

As far as I could tell, the OTC 7249 Ball Joint Press was made outside the US for a brief period (circa 2013/2014?) when most of the rest of their product line also moved but then it looks like that model press set at least came back to being 'Made in USA' I'm assuming when it started being rebadged as the Matco BJP7025C (for more than twice the price).

That's what I gathered anywho after carefully reading tons of customer reviews (like, all I could find) at places like Amazon. Some reviewers did say theirs were not made in the US but those all seemed to be a few years old, but I noticed all the newest reviews, as well as the oldest ones, said they were 'Made in USA'.

FWIW, I bought from Tooltopia.

Matco and Mac had rebadged OTC presses back in the 1990s.

 

[tylersautodetailing]

got the new CX200RB and recent eBay pickup Knipex nippers.


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[top drive]

Knife edge race pullers for wheel bearings

An pneumatic Vac bleeder

And a nice battery charger that does testing battery's alternators and load testing as well as charging and recovering batteries

 

[OCD]

i want that heated jacket!!! Part number?

James

ssx16p131

 

[chrisnazzy]

Things I've walked off the truck with over the last few weeks.



WINS100O - Wire Insertion Tool

FHD80 - 3/8" Std Length Hard Handle

THLFD72 - 1/4" Long Flex Hard Handle

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[Al Bundy]

Things I've walked off the truck with over the last few weeks.



WINS100O - Wire Insertion Tool

FHD80 - 3/8" Std Length Hard Handle

THLD72 - 1/4" Long Flex Hard Handle

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Hope your Snap On guy doesn't find out.

 

[WWheeler]

Matco and Mac had rebadged OTC presses back in the 1990s.

Matco's BJP7025C press ($244.95) they are selling now is a rebadged OTC 7249 (~$106.97)

 

[SquareLJ]

Couple new things with more stuff on its way. Being a new tech means buying a lot of new tools. I am so very thankful that student discounts are available.

 

[MattVette89]

Stopped at Sears today and grabbed some more Hansen trays. With SYW points these were $17 OTD.

 

[jchetty]

Couple new things with more stuff on its way. Being a new tech means buying a lot of new tools. I am so very thankful that student discounts are available.

Bought these to do inner tie rods. Don't have a tie rod tool and all the rentals and wrenches wouldn't work- but this did.

Got the idea from this site- never knew how good knipex were- amazing quality

 

[SquareLJ]

Bought these to do inner tie rods. Don't have a tie rod tool and all the rentals and wrenches wouldn't work- but this did.

Got the idea from this site- never knew how good knipex were- amazing quality

Bought it since I just don't have an adjustable wrench just yet (been looking at Irega's 92W though). Been useful for random hydraulic fittings so far.

 

[wyckerman]

How are the prices at masters? I bought a few from them a few years back. Not the cheapest.

Got that set from eBay. There's a seller from QLD that usually has a good selection of Stahlwille.

Cheers, I'll have a look.

Prices at Masters aren't too bad, I think I got my 19mm for about $17 after the x% off that they were having at the time. Pickings are slim now though. At one point they had a 6-19mm set for $150, which I thought about grabbing but then I realised just about everything I do is covered by 10/13/17/19mm.

 

[cliftonbros89]

Recent purchases from the last few months

Corded DeWalt oscillating multi tool


DeWalt blades for the multi tool, Lisle spark tester, and Lisle CV boot tool


AC Delco spark plug gap tool


Lang spark plug gap tool and Lang 5/8" magnetic spark plug socket


Matco trim tools. Got him to throw in a free beanie too.


Channellock pliers and Wiss cutters


Short Wright 1/2" ratchet



St. Louis Pneumatic air hammer. Seems great so far! Even the box was made in St. Louis


First ever Wera tools. The striking screwdriver set.


Wera P3 to go with the set above, VIM dust cap pliers, Mayhew 1/2" bolt buster for the air hammer, Lisle master disconnect set all from Amazon.


Set of Durham drawers to install in the service truck for extra hardware and supply storage


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[crane operator]

Torque multiplier/ lug nut remover from amazon, I wasn't sure if this was actually going to work (looked like some as seen on TV junk), but it's great on the side of the road removing semi tires. Also bought the adapter to run it off a 1/2" ratchet or torque wrench. Could see it working on a third member nut or eaton transmission rear yoke nut also. Loosened up some 14.00r20's on the crane the other day with no trouble.




Also some bonney and armstrong offset wrenches, goes up to 2 3/4" works nice for hydraulic hoses in a tight area. Got from ebay.

 

[48548]

Thanks guys.... more money spent....

 

[lucky3]

My new Mac ratchets. Love these, even more then my snap ons.

 

[L.Cheapo]

St. Louis Pneumatic air hammer. Seems great so far! Even the box was made in St. Louis

Now that's pretty. I've been waiting for the Snap On air hammer to go on promo for a while, no dice yet. But I love my SLP cut off tool, and will definitely buy more from them. I'd appreciate if you could update after you use this for a while, or if you can compare how hard it hits to other common air hammers. Thanks!

 

[1foxracing]

Now that's pretty. I've been waiting for the Snap On air hammer to go on promo for a while, no dice yet.

I would look at the Astro 4980 over the SnapOn, Eric O just put this video up yesterday.

 

[dkroth]

Now that's pretty. I've been waiting for the Snap On air hammer to go on promo for a while, no dice yet.

Stop waiting. Get the Astro 4980 per Eric O.