Shop: German Auto Repair
Manager: Rodolfo Miskatovic
Location: Harvey, La.
Rodolfo Miskatovic has worked for German Auto Repair in Harvey, La. for about 20 years. Miskatovic has a wealth of experience working on German vehicles, and he describes his shop as a "one-stop solution for problems on cars." He does a wide range of work, including repairing A/C systems, engines, suspensions, electrical systems "and everything in-between."
1.) Fluke 88V Automotive Multimeter
This product is available in two configurations, the EEDM88V stand alone meter and the EEDM88V Automotive Multimeter Combo Kit. "I use it pretty much all the time," says Miskatovic. For more information, visit VehicleServicePros.com/10100019
2.) Snap-on Precision Low Amp Probe, No. EETA308D
The tool is compatible with VERUS, VERDICT, MODIS, Vantage PRO and most standard multimeters. "To me, it's fantastic. It works really quick," says Miskatovic. For more information, visit VehicleServicePros.com/12017913
3.) Autologic BMW scan tool
"For scanning equipment, we depend a lot on Autologic," says Miskatovic. This system offers complete diagnostics for BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Land Rover, Jaguar, Volvo, Porsche and VW/Audi. For more information, visit VehicleServicePros.com/10441342
4.) Cornwell Fuel Injection Pressure Tester Starter Kit, No. GSI4100
The tool enables testing on most major model vehicle platforms with standard or small Schrader valves. The tester's 3-1/2” gauge has dual-scale dial with ranges from 0-145 psi and 0-7 bar. For more information, visit VehicleServicePros.com/12066699
5.) Cornwell 18V 1/2" bluePower Li-Ion cordless impact wrench
"It's a great tool," says Miskatovic. Weighing less than 7 lbs and featuring a replaceable carbon brush motor, the wrench's weight and balanced design allow it to be used for extended periods of time. In addition, it offers 600 ft/lbs of breakaway torque. For more information, visit VehicleServicePros.com/12066706
6.) Milwaukee Tool M12 FUEL 1/4" hex impact driver, No. 2453-20/22
This tool is designed to deliver 18V performance in a compact, 12V size with longer motor life, more runtime and a proprietary 2-mode drive control feature. It's very small and very practical for things like paneling access." For more information, visit VehicleServicePros.com/10832942
7.) Matco Cooling System, No. MCR102A
"It gets the job done really quick," says Miskatovic. Designed to eliminate airlocks during cooling system refilling. It features a compact design, and there is no need to change hoses during the refilling process. For more information, visit VehicleServicePros.com/12066718
8.) Cornwell 3-pc long reach needle nose pliers set, No. CPL317
The set includes 16” straight needle nose pliers, 16” 45-degree needle nose pliers and 16” 90-degree needle nose pliers. "They are fantastic for getting into hard-to-reach, tight places," says Miskatovic. For more information, visit VehicleServicePros.com/12068677
9.) Snap-on cooling system tester
"I've had that tool for more than a decade," says Miskatovic. The Snap-on cooling system tester is designed to test pressure caps and cooling systems for leaks on a wide variety of domestic and import vehicles. For more information, visit VehicleServicePros.com/12068686
10.) Launch X-431 scan tool
"It works really well for quick information retrieval or even detailed procedures on older cars," says Miskatovic. "I just love it." With a Windows 7 operating system, multiple applications can be utilized simultaneously. The user can perform wireless-to-the-vehicle diagnostics, graph and record PID data, and use online repair databases all at the same time. For more information, visit VehicleServicePros.com/10849873
