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Wise Auto Tools: I worked many years as a Master Auto Technician. I bought Snap On Tools, Matco, Mac and Cornwell tools but I have to say Craftsman was my main choice for everyday affordable ratchets, wrenches and sockets. There were a few applications that I used a more expensive name brand. For instance I didn't like the Craftsman line wrenches because they tended to spread and round brake line fittings. I absolutely loved my Snap On line wrenches because they never rounded the fittings. Many …

We have a few tricks up our sleeves to help deal with broken exhaust manifold studs, broken EZ Outs, drill bits, and re-threading stripped exhaust manifold threads in the cylinder head if needed. Here's about a 5-minute read that could save you a lot of time when dealing with these issues. After reading this article check out an article I wrote on this topic many years ago when I worked for CarMax called Dodge 4.7 Exhaust Noise on Cold Start Up - Dakota Ram Durango.Okay, so if you're readin …

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: 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 …