Heavy-Duty Lug WrenchThe LugStrong tire wrench features acompact design, yet generates twice thetorque of competitive lug wrenches,

claims the manufacturer. It can be con-figured as both a T-style or cross-pat-tern wrench, is made of tough, solidchrome vanadium steel and comes withthree of the most popular lugnut sizesplus an adapter to accommodate anylugnut on the market. General Techni-cian Equipment

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New Diagnostic PlatformVERUS Edge is a full-featured, next-generation diagnostic platform with anon-board software suite that providesintegrated access to the tool’s scanner,

lab scope, graphing meter, componenttest information and TSB functions.Enhanced features include a 10-in.,high-resolution touchscreen display forultra-clear viewing of data and scopepatterns; a secure, 64GB hard drivewith a Quad-Core Intel Celeron proces-sor for speedy boot-ups; a WiFi-enabledbuilt-in Web browser; an on-board digi-tal camera that allows technicians totake pictures of repairs for customerverification; a scan module that pro-vides access to OEM-specific coveragefor over 40 makes, as well as codes, live

data, functional tests and relearns andadaptations for various systems; and ahigh-speed four-channel lab scope andgraphing meter with glitch capture toensure that you won’t miss quick inter-mittents. Built-in expert resources in-clude SureTrack, a comprehensivesource of real-world fixes and parts re-placement records harvested from com-pleted repair orders; Fast-Track Trou-bleshooter, a program that providescode tips, symptom tips and other valu-able timesavers; and Fast-Track GuidedComponent Tests, which shows whereto connect, how to test and what resultsto look for to verify that a part hasfailed. Snap-on Diagnostics

Bushing Driver SetThis Pneumatic Bushing Driver Set(Part No. 28870) is claimed to make

easy work of removing and installing 13⁄8-in. truck and trailer anchor pin bushingsand pins. Just use the small cone pro-vided to drive the bushing out, then usethe larger cone to install the bushing tothe proper depth. The set includes a 73⁄4-in. extension that allows bushings to bedriven straight without removal of thehub assembly. The manufacturer saysthe set is also adept at removing leafspring bushings. Lisle

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Mini Impact WrenchesAvailable in 1⁄4- and 3⁄8-in. drives,CP7711/21 butterfly impact wrenchesfit in the palm of your hand and weighjust over 1 lb., yet deliver up to 80 ft.-lbs. of torque in reverse, making themsuitable for transmission work, bodypanel removal, oil pan removal and oth-

er light-duty engine work. Features in-clude a lightweight, durable aluminum

housing, a single-hammer mechanism, a180° air inlet swivel, a three-speed pow-er regulator and a forward/reverse but-terfly lever on the top of the tool foreasier control. Chicago Pneumatic

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Alignment Console Desktop AppDesigned to be used in conjunctionwith the company’s WinAlign alignmentconsoles, Splashtop is a remote desktop

app that allows the consoles to beviewed and operated by any mobile de-vice when the alignment screen is notvisible to the service technician. Ac-cording to the manufacturer, the mobileapp provides greater convenience andflexibility, enhances ease-of-use andsaves the technician time and effortduring the alignment process. HunterEngineering

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Ring Gear & Pinion SetsAvailable for Dodge RAM and GM4WD trucks with 9.25-in. front axles,

these OE-gradering & pinion frontaxle gear sets deliv-er increased torqueand performancecapabilities. PartNo. 40146855 fea-tures a 4.56 gear

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rod. The tool works on tie rods withflats as well as smooth surfaces, and ac-commodates rod diameters from 11/4 to2 in. Astro Pneumatic Tool Company

Circle #158

Premium Motor OilThis new 5W-30 full synthetic motor oilis formulated with a blend of premiumsynthetic base oils cou-pled with an advancedadditive package. It fea-tures the company’s ex-clusive Anti-FrictionMetal Treatment tech-nology, which is claimedto chemically bond theoil to metal surfaces inthe engine and create aprotective layer that pre-vents metal-to-metalwear, unwanted friction and excessiveheat buildup, while improving fueleconomy. The oil is available in 1-qt.and 1-gal. bottles, 5-gal. pails and 55-gal. drums. Prolong Super Lubricants

Circle #159

New Scan ToolThe TechPRO new-generation, soft-ware-based scan tool provides ultra-quick diagnostics and an easy user inter-face. It can be loaded onto any desktop,

laptop or tablet-enabled device; candecode a VIN in less than one second;and features a first-of-its-kind humanmachine interface (HMI) that enablestechnicians to learn the inner workingsof the tool more quickly and easily.Vehicle data and software updates for

ratio and is designed for 2007-13 DodgeRAM Trucks. Part No. 40146853 alsoprovides a 4.56 gear ratio and workswith 20131/2 and newer RAM Trucks.Part No. 40024878 features a 4.56 ratioand works with all 1988-current GMtrucks. A 5.13 ratio gear set for 1988-current GM trucks is also available, andit goes by Part No. 40136007. AAM

Circle #154

Reman Ford TransmissionAvailable in RWD and 4WD versions,this remanufactured Ford 6R140 trans-mission is a direct replacement for the

transmission used in 2011 F-250 and F-350 pickup trucks equipped with gaso-line or diesel engines. The valve body ofthis reman unit is completely rebuiltand vacuum-tested to restore hydraulicintegrity and reduce the chance of er-ratic shifts. Speed sensors, along withthe internal mode switch (IMS), arethoroughly tested to verify that thereare no electrical issues prior to installa-tion. The unit comes equipped with thelatest harness design to reduce thechance of breakage and intermittentelectrical connection. It’s backed by a 3-year/100,000-mile parts and labor war-ranty. Jasper Engines & Transmissions

Circle #155

Snap-In TPMS Replacement SensorThe VDO REDI-Sensor Multi-Applica-tion Rubber Snap-In TPMS Sensor(Part No. SE10001HPR) is ready to in-stall right out of the box and comes pre-programmed to fit popular domesticand Asian vehicles. It’s designed to fol-low OE relearn procedures, works with

all major TPMS service and scan toolsand requires no special training to in-

stall or program. Continental Commer-cial Vehicles & Aftermarket

Circle #156

Impact ExtensionsThese four-piece impact extension setsextend the reach of impact sockets foreasier access to fasteners intight areas. Each extensionfeatures impact-grade chromemolybdenum alloy steel con-struction for increasedstrength and durability, amanganese phosphate coatingfor corrosion resistance andhigh-visibility laser-etchedmarkings for quick and easysize identification. Set No.84926N features 3-, 6-, 10-and 15-in. extensions andcomes in 3⁄8-in. drive. Set No. 84950Ncomprises 3-, 5-, 10- and 15-in. exten-sions and is supplied in 1⁄2-in. drive.GearWrench

Circle #157

Inner Tie-Rod Removal ToolConstructed of durable forged steel,

this service tool (PartNo. 78812) easily re-moves the inner tierod of vehicles with-out disturbing theouter rod. To use it,just slide the tool overthe rod end, tightenthe collar securely

and use any 3/8-in. drive extension to ro-tate the inner rod segment from the tie

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the scanner are downloaded automati-cally via the internet. MAHLE ServiceSolutions

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High-Performance PushrodsThese one-piece, high-performancepushrods are manufactured from seam-less, aircraft-quality chrome-moly steel,

which is then through-hardened andblack oxide-coated for superior strengthand durability. Features include a 5/16-in.diameter for less deflection under high-rpm conditions, .106-in.-thick walls forincreased column strength and a center-less ground and hard-turned radiusends for geometric precision and in-creased wear resistance. The pushrodsare available in 21 different part num-bers covering lengths from 6.30 to 8.95in. Elgin Industries

Circle #161

Ford 5.0L Replacement GasketsThis new line of Fel-Pro replacementgaskets and associated hardware con-

tains everything needed to seal the pop-ular 5.0L, DOHC, Triton Coyote V8found in 2011-14 Ford F-150 pickupsand Mustangs. Among the gaskets andsealing products included in the line aremultilayer steel (MLS) head gaskets, in-take and exhaust manifold gasket sets,

an oil pan gasket, a valve stem seal andcover gasket set, a throttle body gasket,water pump and thermostat housinggaskets, crankshaft seals, cylinder headbolts and fuel injector O-rings. Federal-Mogul Motorparts

Circle #162

Portable Battery ChargersAvailable in 6-, 12- and 20A models,ODYSSEY portable battery chargers of-fer six-stage charging capabilities and ahost of safety features, including spark-free connections and built-in protectionagainst overvoltage, overload, overtem-perature, ignition damage and reversepolarity hookups. All chargers in the

line come standard with a digital LEDinterface that provides charging andfault status at a glance; a durable, ex-truded aluminum waterproof housing;and a unique cable wrap system that al-lows the charging cables to be wrappedaround the body of the charger to mini-mize needed storage space. EnerSys

Circle #163

Antivibration PartsRein Automotive genuine antivibrationparts are designed to fit a wide variety

of 1985 to current European vehicles,including popular models from carmak-ers such as Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Mer-cedes, MINI, Porsche, Saab, Volkswa-gen and Volvo. According to the suppli-

er, all parts in the line offer OE buildquality, precision fit and outstandingperformance and durability. Compo-nents offered include bushings, drive-shaft mounts, engine mounts, transmis-sion mounts, strut mounts, coil springpads and bump stops. CRP Automotive

Circle #164

High-Pressure GDI Fuel PumpsBuilt on the same production lines asthe company’s OE fuel pumps, these re-placement high-pressure GDI fuelpumps are engineered and manufac-tured to deliverOE-level form,fit and function.Delivering up to2900 psi of pres-sure, they fea-ture a single-bar-rel, all-stainless-steel design forsimplicity andlong service life,and come stan-dard with an integral pressure-limitingvalve to prevent premature failure. Thepumps are available for more than sixmillion domestic and import GDI-equipped vehicles presently on theroad. Bosch

Circle #165

Spill-Absorbing PadsThese Universal Sonic Bonded padsand rolls provide an economical solu-tion for a wide variety of spills, includingoils, coolants, sol-vents, water andacids. They tear easilyalong a perforatedseam to fit almost anyspace and are con-structed from a singlelayer of high-qualitypolypropylene fibersfor superior strength and durability.They’re available in a variety of weightsand sizes, from 15x18-in. pads to 30-in.x 150-ft. rolls. Oil Eater

Circle #166

Performance Coil SpringsEngineered specifically for 2015 andnewer Dodge SRT-8 Hellcats, PRO-KIT coil springs (Part No. E10-27-004-

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01-22) provide high-performance han-dling without sacrificing ride quality.

According to the manufacturer, thesprings lower the car’s center of gravityfor a more aggressive look, reduce squatduring acceleration, virtually eliminatebody roll in corners and prevent exces-sive nose diving under heavy braking.Installation time for all four springs isapproximately 21⁄2 hours. Eibach

Circle #167

Tire Tread Depth GaugeEngineered to be used in conjunctionwith the company’s VT56 TPMS servicetool, this tire tread depth gauge allowstechnicians to do a quick tire and

TPMS sensor check simultaneouslywhen performing routine maintenance.The depth gauge quickly captures inner,center and outertire measure-ments with accu-racy to within1%, then displaysthe results on theVT56 screen us-ing color codes ofgreen, yellow andred to indicatewear against thethreshold. The gauge requires no charg-ing or Bluetooth connection, can down-load results to a PC, on-board SD cardor to the VT56’s memory, or can beprinted for customer review using thetool’s optional thermal printer. ATEQTPMS Tools

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New Shock & Strut LineMonroe OESpectrum shocks and strutsprovide excellent handling while reduc-

ing transmitted noise, vibration andharshness, says the maker. They featurean advanced Active Control system thatdoubles the amount of internal ridetuning points, an Impact Control Valvethat isolates road impacts for exception-al control and better “on-center” feeland a second tuning input that filtersout noise and vibration, preventingthem from being transmitted into thepassenger compartment. The newdampers are available for many import

and domestic vehicles now on the roadand come in both mono-tube and twin-tube designs to match the OE unit.They’re also offered as electronicdampers and replacement cartridges,where applicable. Tenneco

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