Monday, November 28, 2011

3 Tools to Make Tricky Car Repairs Easier

These handy tools will save you time and trouble when you?re working in a tight space. By Ben Wojdyla

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Irwin Self-Aligning Tap Set

Price: $54

These taps have an extended, noncutting tip that automatically keeps the tool straight, so you're more likely to cut threads that are square to the material. They're also useful for restoring damaged threads.

irwin.com

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