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Tapping in Tight Spaces
I was installing a trailer hitch on a used Honda Pilot, and as I knew from previous experience, the provided…
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Be Careful With Gloves
A lot of mechanics don’t wear gloves. A lot do wear gloves. For most it’s a personal preference. I prefer…
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Air Hammer vs. Drill
When it comes to removing stuck or broken things, there are usually two choices: air hammer or drill. If a…
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Update: Evolution of My Toolbox
3 years ago I wrote a post showing how my tool collection had expanded in the last two and a…
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Check the Threads
Whenever you’re removing a bolt that isn’t rusty, but it is hard to turn, it’s a good idea to check…
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Tool Review: Streamlight Stylus Pro USB
Out of all the tools I’ve reviewed, this might be the one I’ve used the most.
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Tool Review: Tekton T10-T40 long Torx driver set
It’s been a while since I did a tool review, so I figured I should do one that I’ve been…
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Taps & Dies vs. Thread Chasers: What’s the Difference?
When threads get damaged on bolts or in bolt holes, there are two options: taps & dies, or thread chasers.…
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Modifying Tools
During a slow day at work I was doing some sweeping around the shop, and on different sides of the…
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Toyota Oil Filter Wrench
I worked on Toyotas for almost two years, but now I work on Hondas. Despite this, I still use my…
