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S-N-A-P… the unthinkable happened, an 8-millimeter tap busted off in the cylinder head exhaust manifold mounting port of a 2015 Ford F-550 6.8L Triton. Worse yet, it happened during a botched repair attempt a franchise shop made on a delivery...

There are many different types of screw and bolt extractors on the market. Choosing the right one is critical to getting the job done more productively. Even more important, is using it correctly so that you can avoid breaking the...

Thread repair kits have grown in popularity as replacement parts have become increasingly difficult to find. This is due to supply chain shortages and a rise in the cost of replacement parts. Thread repair kits allow for the removal and...

Broken bolts happen – whether we like it or not. Whether working on commercial vehicles or maintaining a fleet vehicle, moisture, corrosion, heat and heavy loads can put major stress on bolts under the hood. When technicians are faced with...

Ask any technician with experience using a screw extractor and they will recall how a challenging job grew into a disastrous job when the extractor broke, which turned away any hope of a productive and profitable repair. For just about...