Snap On Tools is an international company with over 20 brands focusing on the development and sale of high-quality tools. Snap On was founded in 1920 to meet the demands of a burgeoning automotive repair industry. The humble origins of reflect in Snap On tools today, with some of the most popular tools being automotive […]
Continue reading →So why get a special jack for lifted trucks? Because lifted trucks are higher off the ground than average trucks, they often require a jack that can accommodate the height. If you get a flat tire, you need a jack that can reach the truck and lift it high enough to replace the wheel. This […]
Continue reading →Ford trucks are known to be one of the best diesel trucks out there. My family has been Ford fans ever since my great grandfather bought his first car. The 7.3L Powerstroke was produced in Ford trucks and other vehicles from 1995 to 2003. It would later be replaced due to newer emission requirements, but […]
Continue reading →Tap and die sets are some of the most overlooked tools out there, but adding a set to your home toolkit is almost essential for anyone who’s serious about working with metal. If you’re not already aware, quality tap and die sets allow you to make threading and if you’re serious about working with metal […]
Continue reading →A compression tester is one of the best ways to check the health of your engine without having to get too invasive. In general, it will consist of a hose, a gauge, and some fittings that will mate with where your spark plugs are. All you’ll need to do is remove the spark plugs, plug […]
Continue reading →When it comes to lifting our vehicles in order to perform repairs, change tires, or anything else that might come to mind, bottle jacks stand out as a cheap and space-saving alternative to floor jacks for a good reason. They have a small base which allows them to be used in a wide variety of […]
Continue reading →If you are a licensed short wave amateur radio hobbyist you know the importance of having good equipment. Having a powerful 10 meter radio gives you a lot of options when it comes to enjoying this activity and it will give you greater range too. Ten meter radios come in all price ranges but if […]
Continue reading →Not everyone who’s working on their cars is made of money; in fact, a lot of us are working on them to save money. If that’s the case, you’ll be glad to know that even vital and expensive tools like torque wrenches can be found at a price nearly anyone will be able to afford. […]
Continue reading →Torque wrenches are one of those tools which seem to mystify people; after all, they pretty much do what a normal ratchet does. The difference here is in being able to measure how much force is holding down your bolt, which means that you can rest assured that it’s a tight enough fit. While this […]
Continue reading →The 5.9 Cummins is a beast of an engine, especially for a straight six. It’s one of the biggest six-cylinder motors around, and it’s got a great legacy behind it that’s part of the sterling reputation of the Dodge Ram. There’s an easy way to get some extra performance out of these motors, though, with […]
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