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TOOLology right here!
 

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Even a Girly Girl needs a well equipped toolbox!

Glossary of Kool Tools
and how they are used
 
Wrenches tighten or loosen Nuts and Bolts.
 
 

Nuts and Bolts

They may be Open  on either end.
Or Closed on either end.
Or a combination, Open or Closed on either end.

SAE   
A U.S. standard, measured in inches for older domestic vehicles
 
METRIC
measured in millimeters, used for European, Asian and Newer Domestic Vehicles

Pliers
are used to grip things and also to bend wire and metal.
 
kinds of pliers include..
Slip Joint

a workhorse, all around tool used in a variety of situations.
 
Needle Nose
Used for cutting or crimping wire.

Screwdrivers
used for tightening or loosening all types of screws.
 
Standard or Straight blade
 
 
 
Phillips
             has a 4 prong tip.
 
Torx
has a 6 prong tip. Provides greater turning power with less slipage. 

Kool Tool Tips
 
Turn...Turn...Turn... But which way?
 
 
         REMEMBER THIS                 

  Loosy Goosey turn Left or counterclockwise to loosen .Righty Tighty turn Right or clockwise to tighten.
                                       

Start your own KOOL TOOL BOX with these basic tools

Wrenches

13 mm Combo
10 mm Combo
1/2 inch Combo
1/4 inch Rachet
3/8 inch Racher w/Extention
1/2 inch Rachet

Pliers

Needle Nose
Slip Joint
Vice Grips
Channel lock

Screwdrivers

Flat Head - Long and Short
Phillips Head

Accessories

Wire Brush
Battery Terminal Brush
Inspection Mirror
Extendable Magnet
Dental Pick