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12V SMART BENCH TOP CHARGER
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $849

Associated EQUIPMENT: $736

Warranty: 1 Year

EQUIVALENT TOOL: 12V INTELLAMATIC SMART PORTABLE BENCH TOP CHARGER

Description:

Made in the USA

Micro-processor controlled 40/45 amp bench charger and power supply

Designed for AGM, gel cell, sealed and standard flooded batteries including orbital or optima batteries

Electrical stability system (ESS) turns this charger into a stable power supply for extended service procedures or re-flashes

Program diagnostics indicate weak or defective battery

Relay Circuit Kit
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $230

ATD Tools: $165

Warranty: One Year

EQUIVALENT TOOL: RELAY CIRCUIT TESTER

Description:

Able to test an entire circuit - from battery to component, including the relay With this item the technician can jump a relay; do an AC charge from the relay by activating the compressor; do compression testing by activating the starter relay and even check turn signals or lights from the front of the car

Allows the technician to diagnose the problem without the use of a multimeter

The lighted display shows the technician the problem immediately

With this item the technician can jump a relay; do an AC charge from the relay by activating the compressor; do compression testing by activating the starter relay and even check turn signals or lights from the front of the car

Includes: (1) Tester, (6) popular Relay Leads, and (1) Universal Relay Lead

48" Indexing Extending Prybar
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $262

Gearwrench: $94

Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Equivalent Tool: 48" Indexing Extending Prybar

Description:

Extends for greater access and leverage, collapses so you can store it securely in your tool box

Prying head has 14 locking positions via a patented radial locking mechanism

Extends from 29-Inch to 48-Inch using a push button to extend reach

Grooved profile on prying head adds traction

Exceeds ANSI pry bar requirements for proven strength

MatcoTTRPrybars
Electronic Brake Force Meter
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $250

IPA Tools: $152

Warranty: One Year

equivalent tool: Electric brake force meter

Description:

Brake Force Meter displays real-time, brake controller output gain and timing

Quickly troubleshoots electrical circuits and ground condition; use to verify that the vehicle’s adaptive (speed/load sensitive) brake-controller output is functioning properly

For use with aftermarket and integrated brake controllers

Microprocessor controlled; simulates trailer brake loads

25 ft. cable allows one-man, in-cab testing of brake controller and all truck-side tow circuits.

Actuator Motor Wrench Set
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $59

Lisle: $32

Warranty: Limited Lifetime

equivalent tool: ACTUATOR MOTOR WRENCH SET

Description:

These motors control air flow into the vehicle and are commonly found in confined areas under the vehicle dash

The ratchet can be flipped to switch from Clockwise to counterclockwise drive

Includes 8mm socket and 1/4" square drive adapter for use with 1/4" sockets and bit holders

Most commonly found fasteners are 5.5mm, 8mm, and T-15 Torx

Can also be used in other hard-to-reach applications

Timing Gear Holder Kit
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $154

Private Brand Tools: $83

Warranty: None

equivalent tool: TIMING GEAR HOLDER KIT

Description:

Quick Flow Drill Pump Kit

Universal adaptor with rubber mounting strap allows all drill sizes to be quickly mounted to pump

One hand operation leaves free hand to manage suction and discharge hoses

Heavy duty design

Positive priming

Brake Caliper File
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $68

Mueller Kueps: $43

Warranty: Not Listed

EQUIVALENT TOOL: BRAKE CALIPER FILE

Description:

Use this extremely tough and durable file to scrape residue from brake calipers. The file front includes a scraper to assist in residue and corrosion removal.

High quality ergonomic handle

MatcoTTRBrake Tools
2 Pc Long Reach Long Nose Pliers Set
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $205

Knipex: $85

Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Equivalent Tool: Long Reach Needle Nose Pliers

Description:

Small pipes, screws, cables and round Parts can be carefully gripped, held, and guided with the four grooves in the jaws of these slim, yet Robust, Pliers

Ideal for work in the automotive Trade and in mechanical engineering as deep Parts can be easily reached using the slim, half-round tips

Features multiple gripping zones and are perfect for pulling and twisting - making it a great, multi-use tool

Serrated pipe grip to grip round Parts with a gripping capacity of 2-1/4 inches

Forged from high-grade special german tool steel; oil-hardened and tempered with multi-component grips

MatcoTTRPliers
11 Pc Metric Damaged Fastener Impact Socket Set
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $148

Astro Pneumatic: $62

Warranty: 1 Year

Equivalent Tool: 1/2" DRIVE 11 PIECE METRIC HEX GRIP DAMAGED FASTENER IMPACT SOCKET SET

Description:

Patented design allows removal of bolts and nuts up to 90% rounded by biting exclusively into the flats, only gripping tighter with each impact

Includes punch bar for removing fasteners from sockets and includes sizes 8mm, 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm, 15mm, 16mm, 17mm and 19mm

Use to remove rusted and rounded hex bolts and nuts and install new fasteners

Relay Buddy 12/24V Pro
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $115

Electronic Specialties: $63

Warranty: One Year

Equivalent Tool: RELAY BUDDY 12/24V PRO

Description:

Tests both 12V and 24V relays

3 diagnostic trouble codes help define the cause of the bad relay

Quick off-the-car relay tester

Checks relay coil & switch contacts

Fails bad relays - Good/Bad indication, green light for PASS, red light for FAIL with flashing trouble code

10" Hose Clamp Pliers
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $170

Knipex: $80

Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Equivalent tool: Knipex 10" Hose Clamp Pliers

Description:

For working on fuel hoses, vacuum pipes and suction nozzles and many other applications

Rotatable tips for reliably gripping click camps in all positions

Good leverage which allows clamps to be opened and closed easily

Slim head design; narrow head fits into confined spaces

Serrated gripping jaws for easy loosening of tight hoses

19mm Harmonic Balancer Socket
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $45

Lisle: $28

Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Equivalent Tool: 19MM HARMONIC BALANCER SOCKET

Description:

This Heavy-Duty Impact Socket is Designed with More Than Three Times the Standard Socket Mass to Direct More Energy to Removing the Bolt.

Can be used on Honda engines that use a 19mm hex pulley damper bolt or other 19mm applications. Made with heat-treated, impact quality alloy steel.

Made with heat-treated, impact quality alloy steel; Use with 1/2" drive

Master Relay Test Kit
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $340

Lisle: $143

Warranty: Limited Lifetime

equivalent tool: MASTER RELAY KIT WITH TERMINAL LEADS

Description:

Includes 8 Jumpers to fit most popular relays

Includes Test Lead Kit for easily and securely connecting Relay Test Jumpers to a multimeter

Terminal Leads with switch, fuse and power options provide easy access to check current or voltage on many fuses and relays used on vehicles today

Also allows testing of relay configurations not covered by eight Relay Test Jumpers, like Volkswagen, BMW and other European vehicles

Relay Puller Pliers easily remove electrical relays; weorks without piercing wires

MatcoTTRElectrical Tools
17 Pc Brass Diesel Injector Seat Cleaning Kit
 

TOOL TRUCK EQUIVALENT: $218

IPA Tools: $122

Warranty: Not Applicable

equivalent tool: 17 PIECE BRASS DIESEL INJECTOR SEAT CLEANING KIT

Description:

For most diesel applications, bushes are specially engineered to fit injector seats

Removes rust, carbon and other debris from seats and cups without damage

High quality helix, two stage and bore brushes are ideal for many automotive and industrial uses

Driver handle and rigid extension feature a spring-loaded, quick-lock coupler

Flexible extension features a flush locking screw for access into hard to reach areas