subject: Necessary Automotive Equipment For Car Vendors [print this page] Every car owner should be in possession of a set of automotive equipment. These tools can be used to repair the car when it stops working. Quality tools might be expensive, but they can save a lot of money in the long run. (Though if a problem persists, the car owner should still have his vehicle checked by a mechanic.)
Various automotive equipment is accessible, which includes specialized tools made for explicit repairs, such as air conditioning repair, bearing pullers and extractors, car ramps and lifts, camshaft locking, clutch, flywheel, compression testers, power tools, engine support beams, and a lot more.
Car owners should store at least one hydraulic jack in their car. Flat tires are common mishaps that occur during trips, and a jack will be needed to exchange a tire. In this situation, a wrench is also needed. Without these tools, you could find yourself stranded along the roadside, waiting for help to show up. You can also opt to carry a flashlight, gloves, a tarp to kneel on, a rain poncho, a tire gauge, and some tire blocks.
Besides the lug wrench that you need for changing your tires, you'll also need an oil-filter wrench, and a spark-plug wrench. Changeable wrenches are a must, for loosening and tightening nuts and bolts found within the car. Pliers will be helpful as well. Screwdrivers of various sizes are also needed.
For the home garage, a battery charger is the probably the most important thing in automotive equipment that must be purchased, especially if you don't use your vehicle often. Jumper cables and non-wire brushes for cleaning battery contacts are also valuable in the home garage. A set of tools and a tool box are also must-have items for a garage. With these, you can do minor repair works without the need of bringing the vehicle to the service garage.
A car owner should also check the fluid levels in his car regularly. Automotive equipment, such as funnels, rags, hand degreaser, and rubber gloves are needed for the job. Jammed parts can be knocked out with a rubber mallet. To keep your tire pressure in check, you'll need a tire pressure gauge.
There are numerous companies that manufacture automotive equipment. With so many tools in market these days, the purchaser should remain aware of quality. A badly-made tool might cause the work to be more tedious and time consuming. Proper use of tools is also significant to keep in mind.
