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I like that the flashlight and USB peripherals are available even on the lowest model. This particular one is more than enough for the everyday vehicle and is very portable compared to some other jump starters. – $124.95
The NOCO jump starter is very rugged and can be tossed around and exposed to the outside elements but if you’re like me and want the NOCO jump-started protected and not just moving around in the trunk, I would recommend purchasing this case.
You’ll be able to fit all the accessories, cables, and jumpers including the Genius Boost jump starter. It’s not that much bigger in dimensions and will last a long time. – $17.95
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These are great whenever you’re dealing with a screw or bolt that’s rusted or the head is stripped to the point that a wrench set will no longer work. If done right, this will make your life so much easier along with WD-40.
I don’t recommend going for a cheaper set because, from experience, a cheaper set can make life more miserable and time-consuming. I recommend getting this original set. – $17.99
If you’re looking for the all-in-one screwdriver set look no further. This set will take care of the largest to the smallest job. The smaller screwdrivers are great for electronics repair. The best part about this set is it has a magnetizer/demagnetizer that can be used to quickly change the magnetic properties of any particular screwdriver, which is very handy! The total price of this set is $35.99
If you’re looking for a one-stop kind of tool-set then look no further. This 192-piece tool set has all the tools you’d need to wrench on your car. Yes, there are cheaper sets that will include other kinds of tools but not many sets offer short and long sockets which is important to reach bolts and screws in discreet areas of the engine bay.
It also includes a flexible adapter for the even harder-to-reach bolts. Plus it’s DeWalt which means they’re ultra-durable. The biggest perk of all, if you’re like me, who loses the 10mm socket every time, there’s more than one in there. Pair this with a wrench kit and you’ll be set for wrenchin’ on all kinds of cars. – $179.99
The portable, easy-to-pack, chrome vanadium ratchet wrench tool-set makes this a highly functional tool-set you can keep in the trunk of your car for any circumstance. They offer a lifetime warranty on these which is hard to beat.
The reason why I think it’s the best set and what sets it apart from other competitors is the ultra-slim profile on each head which makes it that much easier to access the screw or bolt. On one side it has built-in gears to make your life much easier. Did I mention how cool the canister-like case is? – $119.95
Everyone should have this in their car. You can’t afford to go without it. Even if you’re not mechanically inclined, this really a fantastic ultra-portable scan tool. Plus because it’s paired to your phone, you can easily export the scan results to anyone else via text message.
You can even acquire the VIN via your smartphone camera. Use your smartphone as an interface to check and clear your check engine light. What’s great is that it’s constantly updated and allows you to monitor the functions of your vehicle. The app itself is very user-friendly and even gives you service bulletins and reports right on the app! – $119.95
This is a step up from the low-tier OBDII diagnostic scan tools because of its bi-directional capabilities. Meaning not only can it receive and display diagnostic trouble codes but it can program control modules inside the car to a certain extent.
You update the firmware of modules as well as program TPMS in the car wheels if they were recently replaced. It’s a great scan tool for anyone wanting to take car diagnostics to a professional level and be able to do so much more. – $479.00
The ultimate scan tool. It’ll communicate with all the vehicle’s devices and can clear fault codes not just in the ECU, but TCM, PCM, airbag module, sensors, and so much more. Updates are done via wi-fi and the large screen is simply a joy to use.
Note, there is an annual fee for future updates but it more than makes up for its annual fees, as it can communicate with pretty much any vehicle and any computer module. This is a top-tier best of the best kind of scan tool. The price tag is not for the faint of heart but for professionals who use it daily, it’ll pay itself off quickly. – $1,269.00
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