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Professional automotive forum for discussion of automotive tools, equipment and products. Although product representatives for tool & equipment companies do participate in a helpful way, this forum (like all areas of iATN) does not permit any advertising, so the discussion that takes place is by and for the users of the products. Discussion of special tool uses, solutions, and best practices. This forum is for experienced automotive repair professionals only, membership required.

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Recent Automotive Discussions in the Automotive Tool & Equipment Forum

old Hofmann 680 aligner calibration
05/06/2026 in the Tool & Equipment Forum
I am semi-retired now, so this machine only gets used maybe 15 or 20 times a year. The machine is showing the tires turned 3* to the left even though they are pointed straight ahead. This makes me wonder if the rest of the reading are correct. I was going...
alignment machines recommendations
05/05/2026 in the Tool & Equipment Forum
Hey everyone, our shop is considering purchasing an alignment machine. We already have a four post 14K alignment lift with turn plates and adjustable front and rear lift jacks. It's been awhile since I have done wheel alignments using older style Hunter e...
Older Vetronix Scanner
04/24/2026 in the Tool & Equipment Forum
My old mac tools [...] has died on me- no screen. It is also known as a Mastertech Vetronix scanner. I wouldn't mind getting another one, but it has been discontinued a long time ago. Looking at ebay there are some, but of course, unsure of the sellers th...
Zenith Scan Tool
04/22/2026 in the Tool & Equipment Forum
Does anybody own a Zenith scan tool by EZDS USA? I read about it in an ad in PTEN magazine. The Z5 is pretty cheap at $1,400, but I do not personally know anyone that has one.
RAV/Atlas 501 calibration bar or services near 07442
04/19/2026 in the Tool & Equipment Forum
I'm looking to rent or purchase the long calibration bar for the Atlas 501 or hire someone to perform the calibration in Northern NJ. I can source the bar for purchase/rent through RAV America/Beech in TX but shipping cross country for the rental is a non...

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