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Diversified technology company 3M has given a boost to distributors, bodyshops and consumers with the launch of its new Headlamp Repair Kit.

The Neiko 1/4-Inch 200 Inch-Pound Automatic Adjustable Torque Wrench has been reduced from $49.99 to $27.50 over at Amazon Marketplace. 'A well-made, affordable low-torque wrench is something every professional and do-it-yourselfer wants; this one is 'nothing fancy'--just solid construction and designed with the features you need: Chrome-Vanadium steel, high tooth-count reversible ratchet, factory-tested and calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy. Easy-twist dial torque settings, torque lock.'

The Stanley 92-809 MaxDrive 60-Piece 1/4 and 3/8-inch Standard and Metric Socket Set with Case has been reduced from $49.98 to $32.77 over at Amazon.com. 'Stanley sockets feature the proprietary Max-Drive design, a unique radius corner design which provides 15 percent more torque, making it easy to tighten fasteners and simplifies the turning of rounded corners. This technology helps reduce fastener wear without contact on the outer 5 percent of the fastener, so fasteners last longer. This helps reduce slipping on frozen or rusted fasteners. Stanley sockets are manufactured worldwide with high alloy steel and heat treated for performance.'

The Stinger Bushing Driver Set is on offer for $47.95 over at Amazon Marketplace. 'Stinger Bushing Driver Set enables you to remove and install bushings ranging from 3/8" to 1-3/8" in diameter, as used in cars, trucks, tractors, construction equipment, electric motors, and many other components having bushings. Includes: Large, medium, and small driver handles with nuts; sixteen bushing adapters ranging from 3/8" to 1-3/8". Housed in a blow-molded storage case. 3-year warranty. Weight: 3 lbs., 3 oz.'

The Lisle 18000 Universal Camshaft Bearing Tool has been reduced from $208.00 to $141.97 over at Amazon.com.

Lisle 18000 Features:
● Drives camshaft bearings smoothly
● Includes: Driving shaft, driving shaft extension, expander unit, five split driving plugs, two driving collars, centering cone & blow molded case.
● One complete low cost set that will remove or insert camshaft bearings in nearly all engines from compact cars to heavy trucks.
● Range of 1.1 25" to 2.69" (28.58 - 68.3mm). Easy on bearings.
● The expander has a neoprene sleeve over which the split driving plugs are mounted & expanded to size. This tool has two sets of rubber sleeves supplied w/ it for each expanding driver.

Never be caught off-guard should you lock your keys in your automobile. Handy Auto Guide highlights ten useful kits for the professional and DIYselfer to assist with odd occasion when the keys are out of reach.
1. Access Tools 2010 Travel Lockout Kit For Opening Cars: The travel lock out kit is great for the professional who needs a car opening set on the go. This set offers the complete manual with some basic tools to get critical jobs done in a pinch. A great accessory for any shop or trunk, with the ability to be moved from one or the other with ease and ensuring that the most basic openings are always at hand. Great as a spare set in case a driver loses or misplaces his. The high quality 19-piece lock-out set includes: 8 Chrome Tools (6 with Sure Grip Handles), Including the NEW Tool #120 Sterling, NEW 2009-2010 Opening Manual, Strip Tool, Tool ID System, One Hand JackTM, Wedgee Wonder Wedge, Coated Flexible Long Reach Tool, Slim Jim, Rubber Wedge, Bag of Tips, NEW Copper Loop Tool, and the SC1 Soft Case.

The 11 pc FEMale E-TORX (star) SOCKET Set w/RAIL is on offer for $19.99 over at Amazon Marketplace. 'Professional HEAVY DUTY tool set. These bits will allow you to open those Torx/Star male fasteners. These are common on European made cars such as BMW. Mercedes, Volvo etc. Features: Drop Forged, Chrome Vanadium Steel. Heat Treated. Contents: 5 pc 1/4" Drive Sockets E4, E5, E6, E7, E8 6 pc 3/8" Drive Sockets E10, E12, E14, E16, E18, E20 Matched clip-on Storage Rail.'

The Sunex International 9702A 3/8-inch Torque Wrench with case has been reduced from $48.56 to $33.89 over at Amazon.com. 'The Sunex international torque wrench is accurate within plus or minus 3-percent. All parts are heat treated, carbonized, quenched, and twice tempered to ensure long life and precise results. It has a nickel and chrome plated sandblasted shaft to reduce metal fatigue and is crafted with CR-MO steel ratchet gears for increased lifespan and housed in a convenient blow mold storage case.'

The Apollo Precision Tools DT1241 95-Piece Mechanics Tool Kit has been reduced from $69.99 to $49.99 over at Amazon.com. 'Replacing spark plugs, stripping wires, cleaning battery terminals, and turning bolts and nuts--here's the right tool kit for the job. This 95-piece set contains all the sockets, wrenches, and pliers needed for small engine and other mechanical and general repairs. If you buy all these tools individually at the hardware store, you'll easily pay twice as much. To name a few, the kit includes a wire brush, metric hex keys, ratcheting bit driver, bits, slotted precision screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, long nose pliers, diagonal pliers, adjustable wrenches, hex keys, drive sockets, drive ratchet handle, extension bar, spark plug socket, tire gauge, drive sockets, voltage tester, drive adapter, metric combination wrenches, and a wire tripper/crimper.'

The Mityvac 7300 PneumatiVac Air-Operated Fluid Evacuator has been reduced from $147.20 to $87.95 over at Amazon.com.
Mityvac Air-Operated Evacuator Features:
● Features a 2.3 gallon (8.8 liter) capacity air operated fluid evacuator for large jobs
● Automatic shut-off valve prevents overfilling
● Can be used to extract a wide-range of fluid types from transmission fluid, coolant, brake fluid, gear to engine oil
● Reservoir is constructed of durable polyethylene and will not rust or corrode
● Kit comes with 5 feet of flexible hose, dipstick tubes and a universal brake-bleeding adapter