SPECIALTY TOOLS many years, a vast majority of the tools in a tech’s box were generic. By this I mean tools that had no specific application; traditional tools such as screwdrivers, sockets, wrenches etc. Little by little over time, the need for vehicle- or applicationspecific tools has increased. Today, I would venture to say that as much as 25% of the tools in your box are either vehicle- or application-specific. This number could be higher if you are a dealer technician or a specialist by car or vehicle type. The name of the game in our business is speed. The faster you can get that vehicle out of your bay, the more money you are going to make. It’s just
that simple. Specialty tools are one of the keys to doing just that. The less time you spend scratching your head, making a tool, struggling with a repair, the better off you are going to be in the long run. Also, in many cases, the right specialty tool will reduce or eliminate the possibility of damage occurring durPhoto courtesy of IPA ing a repair. This is good for you, the shop and the vehicle owner. That in itself is a huge win for everyone! It is an exciting time in the tool business in terms of innovation, creative designs and new specialty tools. There are hundreds of new tools coming out every year. These range from tools that are for a
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12 October 2012 | TechShop