Hub Bearing Retaining Nut SocketThis new 1⁄2-in. drive specialty socket(Part No. 31550) features nine toughdrive pins designed specifically to easily

remove and install the hub bearing re-taining nut found on many 2WD and4WD GM full-size trucks. Applicationsinclude Chevy Cheyennes, Silveradosand Avalanches, Cadillac Escalades andGMC Sierras—all with 101⁄2- and 111⁄2-in. ring gears. Lisle

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Cutting PliersAvailable with soft grips, industrial-grade soft grips and 1000V insulatedcushioned grips, BiCut SuperCut pliersoffer double the cutting power at the

press of a button. They’re made of pre-mium C70 tool steel, are induction-hardened for long life and are suitablefor cutting soft to extremely hard mate-rials such as nails, screws, bolts, wire ca-bles, spring wire and chain. Wiha Tools

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New TPMS ToolThe Model 3838 TPMStool is claimed to be thefirst stand-alone, wirelessOBD II dongle device inNorth America. It fea-tures a large 3.5-in. high-resolution display witheasy-to-read icons, theability to initiate and per-

form relearn procedures and readDTCs from the TPMS module, an SDcard for vehicle history storage, USBconnectivity for software updates; RJ 45connection capability to the ODB IImodule for firmware upgrades, infraredprint capability and integrated key fobtesting, all in a rugged enclosure with arubber surround for durability. The toolcomes standard with three years of freesoftware upgrades. OTC

Circle #152

Copper-Free Brake PadsIn response to growing legislation na-tionwide to limit the amount of coppercontent in brake friction formulations,

this company now offers environmen-tally friendly copper-free material inits premium QuietCast and otherbrake pad lines. Available in bothsemimetallic and ceramic formulas,the pads offer complete coverage fordomestic, Asian and European brak-ing systems. Bosch

Circle #153

Slide Hammer Puller SetThis 10-way Slide Hammer Puller Set(Part No. KTI70520) allows for quick10-way internal or external pulling jobs,

and provides plenty of oomph! forpulling flange-type rear axles, stubborn

oil seals and bearings and other press-fit parts. Included in the set is a robust5-lb. slide hammer; 23⁄8-, 31⁄4- and 61⁄2-in.jaws that can be set up for two-way orthree-way pulling; a grip wrenchadapter; rear axle, front hub and dentpullers; and a puller hook attachment.Everything comes packaged in atough, blow-molded storage case. K-Tool International

Circle #154

New Leak Detection KitThis complete leak detection kit (PartNo. TP-8657) contains fluorescent a/cand fluid trace dyes that are approvedby major OEMs, including BMW,Ford, GM, Nissan, VW and others. Thestar of the kit is the new TP-8655 OP-TI-PRO Plus true UV (violet light),rechargeable leak detection flashlightthat emits less visible light, making leakseasier to spot. Also included are an a/cdye injector, a 1⁄2-oz. cartridge of R-134a/PAG a/c dye that services up to 14

systems, a 1-oz. bottle of Dye-Lite Rite-Blend extended-life coolant dye and a1-oz. bottle of Dye-Lite All-In-One dyefor all oil-based leaks. The kit comeswith an AC charger and yellow glasses,all packaged in a sturdy carrying case.Tracer Products

Circle #155

Common Rail Injector TesterDesigned to work with all populardiesel common rail fuel injection sys-tems, the YDT-35 injector tester checksinjector resistance, inductance and ca-pacitance; nozzle spray pattern; and op-

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tional back-leak measurements, all inless than five minutes, claims the manu-facturer. The tool features user-friendly

guided operation and easy fixture setup,and is offered with an extensive assort-ment of optional adapters. Delphi Prod-uct & Service Solutions

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New Wheel BalancerThe B400L High Performance WheelBalancer is suitable for high-volume tireand general repair shops that conductmultiple wheel balances during thecourse of a day. Advanced features in-clude easyWEIGHT, a function that us-es a laser pointer to provide quick andaccurate information on the placement

of adhesive weights; SMART SONAR,to automatically detect rim width; and aQuickBAL function that reduces therevolutions required to balance the tire,cutting the balancing cycle to 41⁄2 sec-onds. The machine has a user-friendlyinterface where all functions are clearly

marked with picture icons and largedigits for the amount of the balanceweight, along with bright indicators forweight position. John Bean

Reman Front DifferentialsThese remanufactured differentials of-fer a cost-effective alternative to thetime-consuming job of rebuilding the

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Compatible with all popular refrigerantsSeals leaks as large as 0.020 inch (0.5 mm) Non-polymer, oil-soluble formula is safe for A/C system components and recovery equipment Helps guard against future leaks — ideal for preventive maintenanceChoice of delivery methods

To learn more, call 1-800-641-1133 or visit www.tracerline.com

TP-2210CS Cool Seal™ Syringe Injector KitIncludes prefilled, disposable syringe of Cool Seal™ leak sealer, hose/coupler with check valve and adapter/purge fitting. Services 1 vehicle.

TP-2270-0102CS Cool Seal™ BigEZ™ CartridgeLarge, prefilled cartridge services 2 vehicles. Works with TP-9749 EZ-Shot™ and other popular caulking gun-style injectors. Requires TP-2272 hose/coupler.

Say Goodbye to A/C Leaks!NEW!

SEALS LEAKS in compressors, condensers, evaporators, accumulators, O-rings and hoses – quickly

and permanently!

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front diffs of 1992-2006 GM pickupsand SUVs with independent front sus-pensions. Each differential in the line is

carefully inspected, with the ring andpinion, inner case and other internalparts replaced as necessary to meet OEspecifications. The differentials areavailable with 3.42, 3.73 and 4.10 axleratios, and come fully assembled andready to be installed. They’re backed bya 5-yr./100,000-mi. warranty. ATP Auto-motive

Circle #157

High-Performance Intake SystemDesigned specifically for 2015 FordMustangs with the 3.7L V6 engine, thisaftermarket intake system combines

bolt-on performance and attractivelooks in a one complete package. Theone-piece “roto-molded” intake box fea-tures a unique shape that draws outsideair from the factory cold air duct, thencirculates it around the entire circum-ference of the air filter, for improvedairflow. The massive 1300-cfm washableair filter is available with traditionaloiled-filter media in red or SynthaMaxdry media in red, blue or black. A plexi-glass window in the lid of the intake boxadds underhood styling while keepingthe filter isolated from hot engine com-partment air. The roto-molded intake

tube of the system provides a smooth,unrestricted path of air between the in-take box and throttle body. AIRAID

Circle #158

Jeep Supercharger SystemManufactured specifically for 2012-14Jeep Wranglers with the 3.6L engine,the E-Force Supercharger System (PartNo. 1527) boosts factory engine per-formance to 303 hp and 262 ft.-lbs. oftorque. Included in the bolt-on systemare an Eaton Gen VI TVS blower as-sembly with integrated bypass valve tohelp reduce parasitic losses under light

throttle, a new intake manifold, an air-to-water intercooler to keep the chargetemperature within bounds and a hand-held programmer designed to remapthe PCM to take advantage of the addi-tional power. According to the manufac-turer, the system is 50-state emissions-legal and comes with a 3-yr./36,000-mi.limited powertrain warranty. Edelbrock

Circle #159

Electrical System Probe TesterThe Ultra Probe 3 is a new electricalsystem tester that allows technicians topower electrical components, performvoltage and ground integrity tests, testrelays and other switched components,check continuity andidentify short circuits.The tester features abuilt-in voltmeter, anaudio alarm indicator,an LED flashlight fordark areas and extra-long jumper cables thatreach the rear of the vehicle. It comespackaged in a heavy-duty carrying case.Access Tools

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High-Performance Headlight BulbsHP 2.0 headlight bulbs produce abrighter, whiter light that allows driversto see more contrast in objects aheadfor improved down-road and side-roadvisibility, says the maker. They feature a

specially formulated halogen gas for im-proved performance, a unique filamentfor greater light output and a platinumtip that delivers precise focus. Thebulbs are DOT-compliant, come with aone-year warranty and are available inH1, H3, H7, H9, H11, H13 (9008),9003 (HB2)/H4, 9004 (HB1), 9005(HB3), 9006 (HB4) and 9007 (HB5)models. Hella

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Vintage Engine PartsThe Sealed Power Engine Parts linecontains a vast array of difficult-to-findreplacement engine parts for vintagedomestic powerplants built from 1928through 1980. Included in the line areoriginal equipmet design cast and alu-minum pistons; piston rings and pis-

ton/ring combination sets; gaskets;main, rod and cam bearings; plus in-take and exhaust valves, valve springs,pushrods, rocker arms, lifters and re-lated parts. According to the manufac-turer, all parts in the line have beenupdated and enhanced to meet today’squality standards, improving durabili-ty and performance. Federal-MogulMotorparts

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Accessory Drive Belt KitsThis new line of approximately 100complete accessory drive belt kits cov-ers the vast majority of popular vehiclesnow on the road. Included in each kit isa multiple V-ribbed drive belt, a belttensioner and an idler pulley. Depend-

ing on the application, the kit may alsocontain dampers and other assortedsmaller components. ContiTech

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Full-Featured Scan ToolETHOS+ gives diagnostic technicians afast and easy way to access OEM-spe-cific DTCs and live data for more than

70 vehicle systems, including newertechnologies such as TPMS, hybridpower systems, body controls, suspen-sions and steering angle. It covers morethan 40 vehicle makes, features a large,full-color display and offers fully cus-tomizable settings and comprehensivetrouble code definitions. European cov-erage for Audi, BMW, Fiat, Jaguar,Land Rover, Mercedes, MINI, Porsche,

Smart, Volvo and Volkswagen is option-ally available. Snap-on Diagnostics

Flex-Head RatchetsAvailable in 1⁄4-, 3⁄8- and 1⁄2-in. drive mod-els with either chrome or cushionedgrips, these flex-head ratchets comewith a sturdy locking lever and ninelockable positions to ensure that maxi-mum load is applied to the fastener atany angle. Additional features include ateardrop-shaped low-profile head to get

into tight spots, a longer handle for in-creased torque and an 84-tooth drivegear that allows rotation of the drivemechanism with just a 4.3° swing arc ofthe handle. GearWrench

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