Automotive Shop Tools & Equipment

155 topics in this forum

1. What's Your Favorite Scan Tool

   By Joe Marconi, November 29, 2009
   • 43 replies
   • 28.9k views
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   • Tires Too
   • November 18, 2014

2. Best European Scan Tool?

   By autoguy, February 21, 2009
   • 11 replies
   • 24.6k views
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   • ray
   • April 29, 2011

3. Anyone know about the New Snap On Verus

   By Joe Marconi, December 9, 2010   

   • snap on verus
   • Snap-On
   • (and 3 more)

     Tagged with:

     • snap on verus
     • Snap-On
     • Snap-On Versus
     • Scanner
     • Scan Tool
   • 13 replies
   • 19.7k views
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   • ncautoshop
   • November 23, 2013

4. Is Your Shop Air Conditioned? Considering It?

   By Joe Marconi, August 13, 2022
   • 12 replies
   • 18.7k views
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   • bantar
   • August 23, 2022

5. Buying An Alignment Machine

   By Joey N., August 28, 2012
   • 10 replies
   • 18k views
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   • Spence
   • September 20, 2012

6. Anyone used the Autel MaxiDAS DS708?

   By ATLAuto, September 28, 2013
   • 31 replies
   • 16.8k views
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   • lmcca
   • March 11, 2016

7. TPMS tools

   By TireChamp, November 2, 2008
   • 15 replies
   • 15.6k views
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   • alfredauto
   • November 7, 2015

8. Anyone own the Hunter Road Force Balancer?

   By Joe Marconi, September 18, 2011
   • 31 replies
   • 15.2k views
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   • alfredauto
   • December 28, 2014

9. Battery/Charging System Tester

   By xrac, December 30, 2010
   • 7 replies
   • 12.7k views
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   • herm_g
   • August 19, 2013

10. What New Equipment are your Planning on Buying?

    By Joe Marconi, July 16, 2022
    • 6 replies
    • 12.1k views
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    • Joe Marconi
    • July 20, 2022

11. J2534 Passthrough Programer

    By Junior, June 26, 2013
    • 21 replies
    • 11.8k views
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    • ATLAuto
    • November 7, 2013

12. Snap On eco 134

    By Dr.Dave, April 15, 2010
    • 5 replies
    • 11.4k views
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    • West Coast
    • April 24, 2012

13. Coolant exchange

    By slowtech, May 11, 2022
    • 3 replies
    • 11k views
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    • vbtoytech
    • June 19, 2022

14. New Alignment Machine

    By hello5555, November 17, 2015
    • 34 replies
    • 10.2k views
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    • Joe Marconi
    • May 31, 2021

15. A/C Machine

    By Junior, May 10, 2011
    • 4 replies
    • 10.1k views
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    • RWI
    • June 19, 2012

16. Genisys or EVO scan tool display fix

    By Steve Smith, December 8, 2015   

    • Genisys
    • EVO
    • (and 2 more)

      Tagged with:

      • Genisys
      • EVO
      • screen
      • display
    • 5 replies
    • 9.9k views
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    • mswankca
    • December 22, 2020

17. Solus Pro

    By Dr.Dave, January 26, 2010
    • 14 replies
    • 9.8k views
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    • taylor salem
    • May 7, 2010

18. Dedicated alignment lift or 2 post with stands?

    By J.P. GLENN, December 23, 2015
    • 18 replies
    • 8.9k views
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    • totalautocare
    • December 29, 2015

19. Best bang for the buck scanner?

    By dklimek, March 10, 2011
    • 5 replies
    • 8.9k views
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    • scantoolnut
    • March 20, 2011

20. Hoffman Geoliner 550 Alignment Machine

    By Robbie, November 27, 2012
    • 8 replies
    • 8.6k views
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    • xrac
    • November 29, 2012

21. Ford Sues Autel For Hacking, Copying Database

    By Bradley, October 9, 2014
    • 7 replies
    • 8.5k views
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    • ScottSpec
    • October 27, 2014

22. Tire changer choices

    By AutoFantic, March 17, 2012
    • 9 replies
    • 7.5k views
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    • xrac
    • October 2, 2013

23. Reflash Computers

    By Joe Marconi, October 9, 2010
    • 5 replies
    • 7.5k views
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    • Gonzo
    • March 20, 2011

24. OE Scan tools vs. Snap On, etc.

    By Joe Marconi, May 11, 2014
    • 27 replies
    • 7.2k views
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    • Gonzo
    • November 17, 2014

25. Autel MaxiSys and MaxiSys mini, thoughts?

    By mspecperformance, January 31, 2014
    • 27 replies
    • 7.2k views
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    • Divad968
    • May 31, 2018

26. Lifespan of Rotary Lifts?

    By Gary A, October 20, 2011
    • 5 replies
    • 6.9k views
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    • Canadian Cowboy
    • April 4, 2013

27. Smoke Machine?

    By blown3qtr, January 31, 2011
    • 9 replies
    • 6.7k views
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    • ATLAuto
    • July 26, 2013

28. Brake Lathe?

    By Zs Automotive, January 20, 2014
    • 46 replies
    • 6.4k views
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    • Brianp
    • January 28, 2014

29. Hunter Lite-A-line

    By ncsvoboda7, July 9, 2014   

    • HunterAlignment
    • Lift
    • (and 6 more)

      Tagged with:

      • HunterAlignment
      • Lift
      • rack
      • light align
      • align
      • equipment
      • tools
      • shop
    • 1 reply
    • 6.2k views
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    • alfredauto
    • December 28, 2014

30. Off brand Automotive Lift

    By Mario, December 3, 2011
    • 14 replies
    • 6.2k views
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    • Canadian Cowboy
    • April 4, 2013

31. Is ADAS on Your Tool/Equipment List?

    By Joe Marconi, May 7, 2022   

    • adas
    • equipment
    • (and 3 more)

      Tagged with:

      • adas
      • equipment
      • equipment purchase
      • tools
      • tool purchase
    • 11 replies
    • 6.2k views
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    • Joe Marconi
    • May 18, 2022

32. Chrysler Micro Pod 2 Next Generation Scan Tool

    By OEScanTools.com, November 10, 2014   

    • WiTech
    • DRBIII
    • 3 replies
    • 6.2k views
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    • SMMotors
    • November 19, 2014

33. NEW EQUIPMENT

    By DUFRESNES, August 31, 2011
    • 17 replies
    • 6.1k views
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    • CARMandP
    • December 23, 2011

34. Y1234 Machine?

    By Joe Marconi, January 21, 2020   

    • y1234
    • 17 replies
    • 6.1k views
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    • RYAN B
    • November 23, 2021

35. Spring Compressor - OTC or Branick?

    By Junior, February 6, 2014   

    • spring compressor
    • 8 replies
    • 6k views
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    • Junior
    • July 21, 2014

36. Printer & Labels for Oil Change Reminders

    By Robbie, December 17, 2012
    • 3 replies
    • 5.9k views
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    • CARMandP
    • December 18, 2012

37. Hofmann vs Ravaglioli aligner

    By jhamrick, March 22, 2017
    • 11 replies
    • 5.7k views
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    • TAS
    • March 4, 2018

38. Sub-frame dolly for engine swaps

    By Robbie, November 1, 2012
    • 5 replies
    • 5.3k views
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    • lindasui19
    • November 6, 2012

39. AC machine and stop leak/containates?

    By Dr.Dave, June 8, 2011
    • 18 replies
    • 5.1k views
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    • Spence
    • January 30, 2014

40. Alignment Machine Jan 2024

    By Hands On, December 27, 2023   

    • alignment
    • 24 replies
    • 4.9k views
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    • DUFRESNES
    • February 28

41. TPMS Tool - What to buy? Do you like yours?

    By OverlandAuto, January 16, 2014
    • 14 replies
    • 4.9k views
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    • Richard Ehler
    • December 29, 2014

42. Dedicated alignment lift or 2 post with stands?

    By J.P. GLENN, December 23, 2015
    • 25 replies
    • 4.7k views
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    • carolinahigear
    • November 19, 2017

43. New Hunter Tire Machine

    By Joe Marconi, June 10, 2010
    • 2 replies
    • 4.6k views
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    • Joe Marconi
    • June 10, 2010

44. Handing Snap-on, Matco Salesmen

    By GeeZ, November 18, 2013
    • 22 replies
    • 4.6k views
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    • Jeff
    • July 2, 2014

45. SCANNER DREW J2535

    By DUFRESNES, June 4, 2012
    • 5 replies
    • 4.6k views
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    • DUFRESNES
    • June 11, 2012

46. Hunter alignment machine

    By mmotley, September 12, 2014
    • 9 replies
    • 4.6k views
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    • alfredauto
    • September 3, 2016

47. New TPMS Solution

    By Southeast Tire Co., January 15, 2011
    • 3 replies
    • 4.4k views
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    • Alex
    • April 8, 2011

48. Need a tire balancer and changer

    By Pjauto, September 25, 2013
    • 12 replies
    • 4.3k views
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    • ATSAutomotive
    • October 17, 2013

49. SCAN TOOL ? New to the forum. I run Northern Auto in Berkley MI

    By NorthernMike, August 20, 2015   

    • snap on vs autel
    • 14 replies
    • 4.3k views
    • 
    • [email protected]
    • April 1, 2016

50. OTC Pegisys Diagnostic Scan Tool

    By autoguy, June 19, 2009
    • 1 reply
    • 4.3k views
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    • Alex
    • September 19, 2010