Most Wanted Tools: September 2022

Sept. 1, 2022
The Angled Wire Stripping Tool, Hub and Stud Cleaning Kit, and Extended Reach Nut Drivers 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.    

Angled Wire Stripping Tool, No. 5950D

The OTC Angled Wire Stripping Tool, No. 5950D, is designed with the stripping dies on the angled tip, above the pivot point, to give users the right angle to neatly strip or cut wires in tough-to-reach places. 

Line of Tweezers

The KNIPEX Line of Tweezers includes 86 individual tweezers and five sets. The four main categories of tweezers include positioning, stripping, cutting, and gripping.

3-pc Hammerless Set, No. 89021

The Mayhew Tools 3-pc Hammerless Set, No. 89021, includes a prick punch/center punch combo, a pin punch/hammer combo, and a cold chisel/hammer combo.

Hub and Stud Cleaning Kit for Cars, No. HSC100

The VIM Tools Hub and Stud Cleaning Kit for Cars, No. HSC100, includes the HSC1 Hub and Stud cleaning tool with a 1/4” hex to 1/2” square adapter, the HCP15 4-pack 15mm hub cleaning pads, and SCB14 4-pack 14mm stud cleaning wire brush.

Extended Reach Nut Drivers

The Century Drill & Tool Extended Reach Nut Drivers feature an extended reach hollow shaft that allows removal of nuts from protruding studs. 

M16-03DB Folding Knife

The CRKT M16-03DB Folding Knife is a mid-size flipper with a 3.58" spear point blade.

Ready to Wash Bucket System

The WeatherTech Ready to Wash Bucket System is an all-in-one vehicle detailing kit that offers the tools needed to easily wash cars, SUVs, or trucks in comfort.

TRANSLIGHT 555 + Premium Auto Darkening Helmet

The TRANSLIGHT 555 + Premium Auto Darkening Helmet from Jackson Safety features the company's 370 series Easy Grip Turn ratcheting mechanism and a 12.47 sq. in. viewing area. 

ArtiLink400 OBD-II Code Reader

The TOPDON ArtiLink400 OBD-II Code Reader features 10 OBD-II test modes, reads and clears DTC, and records and freezes frame data.

Tiger Grip Hand and Nail Brushes

The Eppco Tiger Grip Hand and Nail Brush assists in maintaining clean hands and fingernails.

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