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    Josh Smith

    Assistant Editor - Vehicle Repair Group
    Phone: 920-563-1602
    Ipa 8090 B Diesel Injector Seat Cleaning Kit Product Case 1 5857f918a19ed
    Tools

    Tool Review: IPA Injector Seat Cleaning Kit

    Josh Smith
    Feb. 13, 2017
    This kit provides a massive upgrade to the reviewer’s previous cleaning method.
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    Tools

    Tool Review: GTE Tools SmartSnap Pliers

    Josh Smith
    Dec. 15, 2016
    Even after extended use, the reviewer says these pliers haven’t broken any tips and have not had any issues.
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    Tools

    Tool Review: KTC Tools Nepros 1/4” Drive Ratchet and 10mm Socket

    Josh Smith
    Dec. 15, 2016
    The reviewer says this ratchet and socket are tools that techs would be proud to have in their collection.
    Marc Mellgren's top-and-bottom Mac Macsimizer measures 13’ long by 69” high by 27” deep.
    Shop Equipment

    Big-Time Boxes: Marc Mellgren, Mac Tools

    Josh Smith
    Oct. 14, 2016
    The additional space gives this tech access to a total of 21 drawers and 12 shelves.
    Randy Begin
    Diagnostic & Repair

    Top 10 Tools: Randy Begin

    Josh Smith
    Oct. 14, 2016
    Randy Begin's mission is to restore the integrity and respect of the automotive industry one repair shop at a time. He uses these tools to progress toward those goals.
    Various fleets have found that adding the appropriate alternative fuel vehicle to a particular application can achieve a variety of objectives. UPS, by way of example, has 7,200 alternative fuel trucks in operation, like this propane-fueled vehicle, in an effort to meet energy-reduction goals and positively impact the environment.
    Emissions & Efficiency

    Fueled to succeed

    Josh Smith
    Oct. 7, 2016
    Alternatives to gasoline and diesel can provide environmental benefits and reduced operating costs.