Donny Lowrance, Donny’s Auto & Performance
Donny Lowrance Donny’s Auto & Performance Colorado City, TX I’ve been an ASE-certified technician for more than 25 years. Snap-on MT2500 Scanner — The easiest and quickest I have ever used. I can’t bring myself to trade up; I would be lost without it. Mitchell On Demand 5 — The best information system
Kevin Call, Kevin’s Auto Repair
Kevin Call, owner Kevin’s Auto Repair Huntsville, AL Power Probe III — It makes testing electrical systems so easy. The bright light at the end of the probe is great under dashboards. OTC Genisys Scanner with scope module — The bi- directional controls are great. The automated system test tests all modules and mode 06,
Shawn Gee, After Hours Auto
Shawn Gee, lead technician After Hours Auto Spartanburg, SC Mac Edge 3/8” Drive Sockets — Grip almost everything. Snap-on Swivel Head Ratchet — Gets used frequently. Cornwell Tools 1/4” Stubby Air Ratchet — Fits in lots of small spaces. Streamlight Stylus — Great for inspection work. Raytek Mini Temp — Lets me know when
Bill Gugino, Z-Tech Auto Care
Bill Gugino, foreman Z-Tech Auto Care Niagara Falls, NY Streamlight Stylus Pen Light — A must-have; we use it to inspect every vehicle. It’s handy, durable and reliable. Snap-on MT2500 — Easy to use and easy to read on road tests. Power Probe II — Great tester for just about everything electrical. Snap-on Turbo
Joe Nelms, North Town Automotive
Joe Nelms, owner North Town Automotive Longview, TX Snap-on Wheeltronics Low Rise Lift (6-0757) — It is portable and works easily and safely. (Servicing) brakes, under front or rear, is a snap. Mac Tools Ratchet Driver (RSD590) — The overdrive feature is great. Removing or installing fasteners is quick. Mac Tools Code Reader (ET75)
Manuel Lozano, Fuel Injection Service Center
Manuel Lozano, owner Fuel Injection Service Center City of Industry, CA The shop was founded in 2002. I have been in the automotive business for about 20 years. I am an ASE master technician with L1. The five tools that I use the most and have contributed to our success are: Snap-on MT2500 Scanner
Michael Hertel, Japanese Auto Clinic
Michael Hertel, owner Japanese Auto Clinic Greenwood, SC We specialize on Japanese nameplate vehicles and also work on domestic cars, with an emphasis on driveability concerns and repairs. Snap-on Vantage Graphing Digital Multimeter — One of the best base-level diagnostic tools that can help even a beginner technician become accurate and productive in diagnosing
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
Edith Hernandez, president L&A Muffler and Auto Repair Inc. Gardena, CA As promised, please find below five of our favorite tools and equipment commonly used at L&A Muffler and Auto Repair Inc. Snap-on Scan Tool OBD II, ScanCheck — This is a state-of-the-art OBD II scan tool that diagnoses all domestic, Asian and European vehicles
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
Ken Peavy, owner Peavy’s Garage Katy, TX www.peavys-garage.com Peavy’s Garage is a family-owned and operated shop, AAA approved since 1970. We also have Peavy’s Tire & Automotive in Houston. About five years ago, we discovered BG products and equipment, which increased our business by 30% and profits greatly. General service techs operate the equipment, which
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
Jeff Hume, John Partipilo, Terry Kirschbaum and Jesse Hernandez CMJ Automotive Addison, IL We went through an extensive study of the tools we use most often and the ones we just like a lot. Our list is in no particular order. Snap-on MODIS Scanner — Helps us diagnose vehicles faster and more efficiently. Huth Pipe
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
Roy Larson, president Beyer Motor Works Inc., BMW/Mercedes driveline experts Chandler, AZ www.beyerdriveline.com and www.beyermotorworks.com Member: BIMRS, Bimmer Tech Group, Mini Tech Group, BMW CCA, ASA, APRA, BBB My 5 favorite tools are: Streamlight Stylus Reach — This pocket flashlight puts the light where I need it, making it ideal to inspect brake pads and
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
Adnan “Ed” Anwar, president/master technician Checkered Flag Automotive Lacey, WA I own Checkered Flag Automotive with my wife Mary. I’ve been fixing vehicles since 1982. I’m a certified master technician, CM HDT, Auto L1, PSI and CNG. We have owned the business since 1998 and purchased the shop and land in 2005. Checkered Flag has