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All thread lockers are not created equal. Most of us know that blue thread lockers are a temporary type that are made to hold things that you want to remove later without applying heat. And that red is a permanent type that is used on things that we probably would never want to take apart again. We recently had a customer that said his mechanic was using green because it's stronger than red. But what type of thread locker is really best for a spark plug thread repair insert? How much do you appl …

This article deviates from my typical focus on "Automotive Tool" related topics, but I think it's important to realize the significant implications that electric vehicles (EVs) will have on our industry. While the level of environmental friendliness of EV's or "How Green are they really" can be subject to debate, there is no denying that EVs are leading the path we are heading down. As the world continues to embrace advanced technology, the automotive industry is rapidly evolvin …

Why NOT fixing a small automotive A/C leak may cost more in the long run. Here's an example of how a small problem related to AC can result in higher cost repair down the road:When refrigerant leaks out of an AC system, it often takes some of the lubricating oil with it, which can also lead to more serious problems later.The lubricating oil in an AC system is essential for keeping the compressor and other components properly lubricated and functioning smoothly. When refrigerant leaks out …

Wise Auto Tools - I wrote about a customer several years ago who wanted just the tap out of a 2200 kit. I had another one that asked "Can I buy just the thread tap out of the Time Sert 3700 kit?". We receive these types of calls frequently. The TIME-SERT 3700 kit, is the M11x2.0 Universal Head Bolt Thread Kit that we typically sell for many LS engines. I asked if he had the kit, and he replied, "Sure, I do." I said, "Well, okay, what's the number off of the tap?" However, I s …

Wise Auto Tools - There are several key components in an automotive air conditioning (AC) system, each with their own function to ensure the proper operation of the system. Here are some of the key components and their functions: Compressor: The compressor is the heart of the AC system. It is responsible for compressing and circulating the refrigerant gas through the system. The compressor is driven by a belt connected to the engine, and it operates by taking in low-pressure refrigerant gas …