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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

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...
1234yf machine
04/15/2026 in the Tool & Equipment Forum
I am looking to a new 1234yf machine. As far as I know yellow jacket is not making them anymore. Was thinking about CPS, Texa, or Snap on. Snap on makes the purchase really easy and convenient, but I want what is best. Any user's two cents?
IDS / FDRS issues
04/13/2026 in the Tool & Equipment Forum
A couple months ago it was taking 15 to 20 minutes to log into IDS. I uninstalled and reinstalled IDS, and it dropped to 2 or 3 minutes. That worked for the next 4 or 5 times I needed IDS. Yesterday I spent over 3 hours trying to get into IDS and FDRS. To...
Gripedge RPT tools
04/09/2026 in the Tool & Equipment Forum
Has anyone pulled the trigger on these Gripedge fastener removal tools, and if so are they worth the extra money. I saw them at the AAPEX/SEMA show back in November, but have not decided if I want to spend the money on them. They are a little pricey compa...

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