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CostHeli Coil kits are initially cheaper, making them appealing for less critical repairs. However, repeat failures often lead to costly oversized repairs, like switching to Time Sert’s Big Sert. A customer put it best: “Cheap ain’t good, and good ain’t cheap.”Tool LengthTime Sert kits often include longer tools for deeper applications, whereas Heli Coil tools are typically designed for surface-level repairs. Extending or modifying Heli Coil tools can add complexity.Oversized RepairsIf a …

Hello, I’m Dennis, the owner of Wise Auto Tools. Today, I want to share a more personal story that goes beyond the tools and thread repair kits I typically cover here. Hurricane Milton recently made a direct hit in our area, Parrish, Florida, near Sarasota. The eye of the storm passed right over us, and for about 45 minutes to an hour, everything was eerily calm. But the damage had already been done. The wind going in the opposite direction after the eye passed finished the job. Our roo …

DennisB, WiseAutoTools.com ©Looking for the best repair for your blown out spark plug? One that can be done without removing the cylinder head? You've come to the right place. In just a few minutes we'll give you the rundown on the best solutions for Ford spark plug thread repairs, even the largest oversize repairs. All of our repairs use the original spark plug when completed.Every day, we receive calls from customers looking for a reliable solution for spark plug holes that have failed previou …

When it comes to repairing spark plug threads, quality and reliability are paramount. At Wise Auto Tools, we have been dedicated to providing top-notch repair solutions since 2005. We understand that drilling into your engine can be nerve racking! Over the years, we have continually refined our products to ensure our customers receive the best possible tools for their automotive needs. Here’s why purchasing a 38900 or a 389XL from Wise Auto Tools is your best choice, especially in l …

This article is also available in video format at the bottom of the page.Car manufacturers started using R134A refrigerant in 1995. Vehicles manufactured before this year typically used R12 refrigerant. However, many of these older systems were converted to R134A because R12 production was halted. R12 systems have threaded service ports. R134A systems can be identified by their quick-connect service port connectors, which differ in size for the low and high sides to prevent incorrect connections …