Tap & Die 101: How to Use a Tap & Die Set to Cut Internal & External Threads
If you have any sort of shop experience, you’ll know that pulling out the tap and die set usually means something went wrong. Probably the only thing worse is when […]
Video: Tips for Cutting Steel & Metal Tubing with a Miter Saw
Do much fabrication or custom chassis and suspension work, and there’s a good chance you’ll eventually have to cut some boxed or round metal tubing. But while you’d think cutting […]
10 Cheap & Easy Tool Hacks That Solve Common Problems in the Garage
Garage hacks? I’ll bet everyone reading this has their own examples—things that fix targeted issues without spending a large amount of cash on specialized tools or apparatuses. Those fixes might […]
Don’t Risk Stripping Those Tiny Screws—Use a Precision Screwdriver Instead
Whether it’s for a holiday or birthday, this Tools Under 30 Dollars Gift Guide Series shows you important, yet somewhat uncommon, tools that any gearhead would want. Today, let’s talk about Precision […]
Finger/Thumbwheel Ratchets Are Must-Have Tools for Tight Spaces
Whether it’s for a holiday or birthday, this Tools Under 30 Dollars Gift Guide Series shows you important, yet somewhat uncommon, tools that any gearhead would want. Today, let’s talk about Finger Ratchets. […]
Wire Crimpers 101: What is a Wire Crimp Tool? (And What to Consider Before Buying One)
This article was originally part of our Tools Under 30 Dollars Gift Guide Series because a lot of gearheads don’t have a dedicated set of wire crimpers, often relying on other tools […]
Easily Remove Tamper-Resistant Fasteners with a Security Bit Set
Whether it’s for a holiday or birthday, this Tools Under 30 Dollars Gift Guide Series shows you important, yet somewhat uncommon, tools that any gearhead would want. Today, let’s talk about Security […]
Prying, Cleaning, Pulling & Poking—There are Tons of Uses for a Good Hook & Pick Set
Whether it’s for a holiday or birthday, this Tools Under 30 Dollars Gift Guide Series shows you important, yet somewhat uncommon, tools that any gearhead would want. Today, let’s talk about Hooks and […]
Parts Bin: A Boltster Bolt, Bit & Fastener Organizer Will Make Sure You Never Lose (or Mix-Up) Your Hardware Again
When you’re elbow deep in an engine during a big project, keeping track of all the bolts and hardware you’re removing can be a real big problem. And we’re all […]
The Humble Screwdriver: The Most Mistreated Tool in the Toolbox?
Ponder the humble screwdrivers that live in a typical kitchen junk drawer. Some are used for probing. Some are used for prying. Some are used for scraping. Some are used […]