Ranger Introduces New Multi-Speed Tire Changer
Ranger Products, a division of BendPak Inc., announces the new R980ATF, a variable-speed model that performs masterfully on a wide variety of wheels, including virtually all OEM and performance tire and wheel configurations.
Magneti Marelli Signs CAS To Distribute Diagnostic Scan Tools
Magneti Marelli Aftermarket offers high-quality vehicle diagnostics for major makes and models. Developed with technician needs in mind, these easy-to-use testers enable you to quickly identify, isolate and repair a variety of vehicle concerns.
Dorman Products Launches New Software Updates For TPMS Tools
Dorman Products Inc. says it has launched a new software update that provides expanded application coverage. Version 2.7 of Dorman’s MULTi-FIT line of programmable TPMS Sensors provides additional application coverage for 2014 model year vehicles as well as enhanced options to program Dorman’s MULTi-FIT Sensors.
Matco Tools And Susan G. Komen Celebrate Successful Partnership
Representatives from Matco Tools and Susan G. Komen came together recently to celebrate the organizations’ two-year partnership. Since the start of its “Tools for the Cause” campaign in 2012, the company has raised more than $436,596.39 for breast cancer awareness through the sales of special edition pink products.
Audi Tech Tip: MIL On With Multiple Low Fuel Pressure DTCs
Due to fuel intrusion into the low-pressure system fuel pressure sensor (G410), a false signal may be sent to the controller, resulting in a reading that is out of tolerance. Comparing Measure Value Block (MVB) 103 with 106 is not an accurate method to diagnose low-side fuel pressure sensor G410. In order to diagnose G410 accurately, use a mechanical gauge and compare results with the low-side fuel pressure Actual Value in MVB 103.
Lincoln Electric Introduces Electronic-Fuel-Injection Engine as Easy-Starting, Fuel-Saving Option on its Ranger 305 G Multi-Process Welder/Generator
The K3928-1 Ranger 305 G EFI combines a powerful multi-process, engine-driven welder with a Kohler 25-hp electronic-fuel-injection (EFI) engine.
Matco Tools’ New Impact Wrench Packs 1,300 Pounds of Torque
Tool company launches the MT2769 1/2-inch impact wrench with features such as one-hand forward/reverse push-button design, reinforced clutch mechanism, rear housing power adjustment and a tip valve variable speed throttle provide techs with the power and speed they are looking for in an impact wrench.
Maximizing Tools: Unconventional Diagnostic Methods, Part III
By thinking “outside the box” and using our tools to their fullest potential, we can diagnose more of the perplexing problems without spending an undue amount of time on them. In this article, our writers conclude this popular three-part series of Unconventional Diagnostic Methods, with more time-saving techniques.
Eleven Companies Earn The TechShop 2013 Top 5 Tools Awards
TechShop – Equipment, Tools & Supplies magazine has announced the winners of its 2013 Top 5 Tools Award. Eleven manufacturers were awarded this year’s honor. Award winners are determined by the number of times a company or product is mentioned by shop owners and technicians in the January 2013 through December 2013 issues of TechShop in the “Top 5 Favorite Tools” section.
Congratulations to the 11 Winning Companies of the TechShop 2013 Top 5 Tools Award!
TechShop — Equipment, Tools & Supplies magazine has announced the winners of its 2013 Top 5 Tools Award. Eleven manufacturers were awarded this year’s honor.