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Wise Auto Tools: While there are many practical uses for induction tools in automotive repair and reconditioning, there are also some more creative ways these tools have been used. One of the strangest uses of an induction tool is for removing dents from musical instruments. In one example, a professional saxophone repairman used an induction tool to remove a dent from a saxophone bell. By heating the metal in the area of the dent, he was able to soften the metal and gently massage the d …

Wise Auto Tools: I've written before about the infamous 3.6 produced by Dodge Jeep and Chrysler. If you haven't seen those posts check them out, I'll link them down below. The engineers were definitely looking out for the auto technicians when they designed this one - JOB SECURITY!Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler 3.6 Pentastar Common Problems and Tools We cover a few common problems and tools needed to work on the Pentastar 3.6 engine used in a wide range of Chrysler products today including the Challenger …

Wise Auto Tools: What are smoke machines used for in relation to the automotive repair industry? Smoke machines are commonly used in the automotive repair industry to locate leaks in a vehicle's evaporative emission control (EVAP) system. The EVAP system is responsible for preventing fuel vapors from escaping into the atmosphere and it typically includes components such as the fuel tank, fuel lines, and charcoal canister. When the EVAP system has a leak, it can cause a variety of issues, incl …

Wise Auto Tools Summary: Time is money, especially for auto technicians who are paid based on book time. As a former flat-rate auto technician, I can attest to the fact that investing in tools that save time and increase productivity is well worth the return. That's why purchasing high-quality tools, which are a lower-cost alternative to brands like Snap On, Mac, or Matco, makes sense. Check out the KD86629 16 Piece 90T Metric Reversible Ratcheting Wrench Set from GearWrench.KD86629 16 Piec …

WiseAuto Tools Summary: A blind hole is a type of hole that does not go all the way through a material, but instead, it has a bottom or "blind" end. This means that the hole does not exit out the other side of the material but rather terminates at a specific depth. Blind holes are commonly used in manufacturing processes for a variety of purposes, such as creating a cavity for a screw or bolt to be inserted into, or for creating a recess for a nut or other fastener to be installed. They can also …