For example, here is an auction I just pulled up for a Snap-On item ending right now. It already has 26 bids, and has 34 minutes left in auction. As you can see on eBay it is important to be notified immediately when someone posts something you want. I think they do not warranty scan tools and other electronic equipment as readily as their hand tools. Read this article I wrote if you are on the fence about whether to spend a huge hunk of money on Snap On tools.
I spent a couple hours figuring out how you can tell if a tool branded as Snap On is still made in the USA or not. Not many still are. There are a ton of very high-quality brands that also make amazing tools at a fraction of the cost.
It is not the brand of the tool that makes the mechanic. It is you behind the tool that makes the awesome mechanic. I spent a couple of hours researching 10 Mechanic Life Hacks that actually work read them here. Pingback: The ultimate guide Metric vs.
Your email address will not be published. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I'm Max and this is my spot to geek out about car repair. This site is dedicated to tool reviews, how to guides, and articles about car repair.
I hope you enjoy the site and reach out if you'd like to be interviewed. Table of Contents. Dez grew up with a medical condition that was expected to shorten her life. Her experiences motivated her and taught her to keep pushing for what she wants to do, no matter what others say. Dez now owns a custom paint and auto body shop and teaches other women her trade. She was on a MotorTrend TV show and made it to the top 4 contestants! You keep the world moving. To be entered, tag 2 other Makers and Fixers in the comments below!
Likes 90 Comments 13 View on Instagram. John started out as young kid working on his go-kart! He had so much fun learning on that go-kart, he made it a career and is working as a mechanic today! What was the first project you ever worked on? Likes 56 View on Instagram. Automotive technician turned…. Miguel was a Master Technician at a dealership when his neighbor needed help repairing his Cessna! Likes 84 View on Instagram.
We are thankful to be able to share the stories of Makers and Fixers from around the world. To see more international stories, visit MakersandFixers. Ryan Turner joined the U. Thank you for your service, Ryan! Miguel and Franky work together at a shop in Los Angeles, California!
They both got into the business as young kids just trying to learn the basics and have now turned their hobbies into careers. Brandon went to school for Industrial Systems Technology and Electrical and worked under mechanics and electricians on amusement rides. We will DM you for mailing information! Likes 95 Comments 6 View on Instagram. Sound off in the comments below! The answer will be posted tomorrow! Growing up, Ian had no idea what career he wanted.
He enrolled in an Aviation Maintenance program and is now doing a job he loves. Likes 98 View on Instagram. From the minute she enrolled in technical college, Ebonie was determined to become a successful technician. There were days that I cried, and days were I killed it, but I never gave up and became one of the best technicians in that shop. Tom Faber and his wife Lori own a manufacturing business supplying the vintage motorcycle restoration market.
Tom spends his days in the shop machining, welding, fabricating products, and rebuilding and restoring vintage motorcycles! Keep up the good work! Halfway through the project, the garage caught fire and Brandon and his dad lost almost everything- all of their tools and equipment were gone. The bike suffered a lot of heat damage and they had to remake the seat from scratch and repair all body work. Likes Comments 34 View on Instagram.
Meet Ryan! He is a Collision Repair Technician who has been in the business for 15 years. In the end he says it was all worth it! Likes 59 View on Instagram. Meet Brianna! How old were you when you started?
Marc Nelson has been an Apprentice Technician for the past year, after transitioning from heavy duty work on tractor trailers.
Send us a picture! This car guy started his career working at a machine shop with his buddies in high school. Likes 87 Comments 2 View on Instagram. His dad was a tech before him and his son is continuing the legacy. Thank you to all of our international Makers and Fixers- we love sharing stories from around the world! Likes 89 Comments 2 View on Instagram. When Jessa was 19, her mom enrolled her in aviation school But hey, moms really do know best!
After going through a rigorous training and testing program, Jessa is currently loving her job as an Avionics Mechanic. Likes Comments 51 View on Instagram. Likes 98 Comments 1 View on Instagram. For Noah sweeping floors and oil changes turned into a career of head gaskets, turbos, engine builds, and eventually diesel jobs! Muscle arm emoji makersandfixers. Likes 99 Comments 1 View on Instagram.
Awesome work, Jordan, keep it up! Like so many Makers and Fixers out there, Autumn started out working on a project car with her dad. Shout out to all the dads passing on essential skills to their sons and daughters! Likes 76 View on Instagram. Through hard work and education, he eventually bought a shop where he worked on cars every day. Nader started working with his dad when he was just 13 years old and still works alongside him to this day. Likes 62 View on Instagram. After wanting one for years, Ryan bought a vintage VW Microbus that was completely rusted out.
He taught himself how to weld while fixing it up and found something he really loved, and has now brought back several classic VW busses that were headed for the crusher. Good luck man!
Likes 86 Comments 1 View on Instagram. Anyone else have some awesome vintage tools in their box? Michael has been working on motorcycles his whole life. Likes Comments 24 View on Instagram. Check out our other 3 monthly winners in our IG story! Likes 51 View on Instagram. Likes 90 Comments 1 View on Instagram. Years later, he moved south and began knocking on doors in an effort to pursue his dreams.
Today, he is a Crew Chief for Team Penske! He worked with joeylogano for 7 years and will now be working with ryanblaney10!
I am positive! Tim Schwuchow started off as a kid sweeping the shop floor. Now he owns the place! Likes 59 Comments 2 View on Instagram. It all starts with a father-son project car and a trip to Daytona…. She started her career as an intern with American Airlines, and has worked on overhauling hydraulic pumps, heavy aircraft maintenance, and line maintenance.
She has also put together an all-female team for the Aerospace Maintenance Competition amcaero! Likes Comments 39 View on Instagram. Matt is a Diesel Technician who transitioned to public transportation a few years back. He takes pride in keeping his city moving. For more information on how to win the Share Your Story Contest, visit the link in our bio.
Brayden is the owner of an automotive specialty shop and has been working on cars all his life. The objective of my business is to help people save money and treat you like family and your vehicle like it was my own! Who else wants to open their own shop one day? When I started looking at aviation jobs, I knew I would face some hurdles…then I discovered my local Tech College had an aviation maintenance program.
The job had everything I was looking for; airplanes, mechanics, electronics troubleshooting. Likes Comments 55 View on Instagram. Now she works on semis and trailers. She is still learning and wants to learn even more trades going forward! While working as a mechanic, Mike had the opportunity to become contractor at a test facility working on prototype motorcycles. Likes 95 Comments 2 View on Instagram.
Taylor started her career when she bought a mig welder at 19 years old! She became a CNC machinist and then attended welding school. Likes 66 Comments 1 View on Instagram. She had to have the engine replaced twice we were all young once right? Anyways, I saw the cost of repairs and said I want to be the person that helps people with their cars. As a Fire Truck Mechanic, Michael is living out his dream and is proud that the work he does helps save lives. Likes Comments 19 View on Instagram.
I enjoy the work. You meet different kinds of people, different kinds of cars and technology. Congrats Cory! VW Audi car cars auto engine technician autotech mechanic tools. Likes 98 Comments 4 View on Instagram. Likes Comments 54 View on Instagram. At 13, Willie began working on cars and built a Ford Model T! He continued working on cars to help him cope with the stress of being a Social Worker helping children in the foster care system.
Today, Willie owns a small metal fabrication company and still drives that Model T. Meet Robert, a full-time Emergency Vehicle Technician and part-time aviation enthusiast.
Single mom and Millwright Andrea Havlin moved her family across the country to continue her career. Meet Rick, a military veteran who was injured in Afghanistan and lost his right arm and leg. Blake worked on military trucks as a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic in the U. Today is National Worship of Tools Day!
Likes 89 Comments 6 View on Instagram. As a part of the Mars team, Jenna worked on hardware assembly, testing, sheet metal fabrication, and support equipment design and modification.
Check out the Mars Rover recently named Perseverance launch in July of this year! After over a decade working as a fleet mechanic for an independent trucker, then a school district with 25 vehicles, Jaycie opened her own diesel performance shop. Congrats, Jaycie!
Juan failed his auto class in high school… with a bang. The engine he was re-building exploded. But years later, Juan has worked his way up to being the Lead Transmission Technician. Likes 79 View on Instagram. How old were you when you first started? Adam does it all. What roles do you take on every day? Check out our website to see more aviation stories like Ricky's!
This requires us to adapt and change our self along with the tools we use. Likes 78 View on Instagram. Likes 86 View on Instagram. Started from the bottom now he's here! Check out Josh's journey on MakersandFixers. Likes Comments 23 View on Instagram. Liz said it best herself. Shop by Category. More View more categories Less View less categories.
Best Selling. All Auction Buy It Now. View: Gallery View. Brand Snap-on filter applied see all. Buying Format All Listings filter applied. Only 1 left! Free shipping. Results Pagination - Page 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Snap-on One stop shop for all things from your favorite brand. Snap-On also offers other tools that include hammers, screwdrivers, Allen wrenches, bolt cutters, chisels, and crimpers.
Perhaps one of the most versatile power tools in their line is the drill. The drills come in all three varieties and have many different applications. In addition to drilling holes, some models have a hammer option for dense materials that require extra force, and they also can be used as a ratchet. Alongside the drills that Snap-On has, there are impact wrenches, air hammers, glue guns, cutting tools, and sanders available. The company has a selection of tool boxes, lockers, and rolling cabinets in which you can store tools.
These toolboxes come in sizes big enough to accommodate large quantities of tools such as those in a mechanic's shop or handheld models for keeping tools around that are considered essential. These tool storage units come in a multitude of colors. For those with technical needs, some types of diagnostic tools available include modular diagnostic information systems, Scantool systems, gas analyzers, circuit testers, and fuel and engine analyzers.
0コメント