Most Wanted Tools: March 2022

Some adjustable indexing trim clip pliers, a magnetic work light, and the GSX series tool storage system are some of the popular items among auto repair techs.

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The following products are among the most requested tools and equipment from recent issues of Professional Distributor's sister publication, PTEN. Perhaps you've already received requests about some of these items. Take a closer look at stocking them on your tool truck.    

Hi-Res Digital Video Scope Kit with 6mm Articulation Probe, No. DVSK-60ART

The ANSED Diagnostic Solutions Hi-Res Digital Video Scope Kit with 6mm Articulation Probe, No. DVSK-60ART, features a 6mm diameter articulation imaging probe that lets the user look back up to 180 degrees, making it ideal for any engine work. 

Adjustable Indexing Trim Clip Pliers, No. 54

The Cal-Van Tools Adjustable Indexing Trim Clip Pliers, No. 54, are designed to remove plastic anchors with center pins without causing damage to the pin or the anchor with one-handed operation.

Hub Buddy Truck, No. 37500

The AME International Hub Buddy Truck, No. 37500, is designed to effectively clean the wheel hub thoroughly and quickly for heavy duty truck applications. 

Magnetic Work Light, No. PM210

The Coast Magnetic Work Light, No. PM210, is pocket-sized and shines up to 530 lm at 170m.

U-Joint Pullers

The ESCO U-Joint Pullers are designed to eliminate the use of dangerous, damage-causing vice and socket or hammering methods by providing a safer solution while assisting in the damage prevention of joints, bearing caps, yokes, or driveshafts.

GSX Series Tool Storage

The GEARWRENCH GSX Series Tool Storage includes three tool chests, each compatible with one of three rolling tool cabinets to provide maximum storage capacity that is easy to access.

4-pc Master Dipstick Extractor Kit, No. 5414

The CTA 4-pc Master Dipstick Extractor Kit, No. 5414, is designed to extract broken dipstick tubes on Ford (4.6L, 5.4L, 6.2L, and 6.8L), Dodge (5.7L and 6.1L), and GM (4.8L, 5.3L, 5.7L, 6.0L, and 6.2L) V8 engines. 

MaxiSYS Ultra update

The Autel MaxiSYS Ultra update is now available on Autel's MaxiSYS Ultra, MS919, and MS909 diagnostic tablets, and features a comprehensive repair database from Motor.

Optify Nitrile Disposable Gloves

The Adenna Optify Nitrile Disposable Gloves are 9 mil thick, blue, extended cuff disposable gloves that feature skin sensitive technology which means all sulfurs and chemicals that users may be allergic to in gloves are removed. 

Cubitron II Net Discs

The 3M Cubitron II Net Discs are designed to get the job done sooner with fast-cutting and long-lasting net abrasive discs.

This article originally appeared in the March 2022 issue of Professional Distributor. 

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