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  1. Vendor Deals
    If there's a deal, we're going to find it! As Cyber Monday spilled into Cyber Week we've been seeing more and more sales promos. Here's what we've spotted. Sears has snowblowers on sale as much as 58% off Tool kits, smartphone mounts, and DEWALT power tools are all on sale via Amazon at...
  2. Vendor Deals
    It's not even Black Friday yet, but Home Depot just dropped 10 killer combo deals on cordless power tools from Makita, DeWALT, Milwaukee, Ryobi, and others. Depending on the budle, if you buy one of their kits, you can get one or two bonus tools or batteries for free! Cordless impact drivers...
  3. The Service Center
    I have '12 Optima and the AC system has leaked down. I have replaced system components before, used a vacuum pump, re-pressurized systems, etc. But only a shade tree mechanic. I bought a tool that lets you replace schrader valves in the AC pressure ports under pressure, and it works well...
  4. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    Hello, I just purchased this today and I was curious since I am running the LAP3 Uncle Chip Tune if any other readings than "boost" will be inaccurate due to the chip. Any insight would be helpful. Thanks, David
  5. United States
    Wanted to share a special rate from Your Dream Garage Do It Yourself Shop. It is a DIY Garage 20 miles east of Los Angeles. All Monday to Wednesday in September will have happy hour from 8AM to 6PM 10Hours for $150 including a lift and all the tools. Reservation can be made online Your...
  6. Engine and Technical Discussion
    What is the best plug gap tool? I have seen the plier type. Who has highest quality. I used the search and found info on gap setting but not much on the best tools.
  7. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    hey guys i have no idea if i'm posting on the right section but I've just had my evo all viper system installed but the guys didn't have the update tool so I don't have the factory fob access for remote starter... can someone let me the tool?? I'll paypal you $50 security deposit + shipping...
  8. The Detailing Corner
    Ok so couple questions. I am not new to waxing/caring after my cars however w my past cars I basically waxed them every month and never used auto car washes and never had to deal with polishing swirls and what not. So I have the Meguiars DA power tool that is dual action and you use with power...
  9. Interior and Exterior Modifications
    Newegg.com - Eastwood 12-Piece Nylon Interior Trim Tool Set $20, should make it easier to remove door panels etc. for installing the various modifications. Just passing on the info as FYI, I have not used this set and have no personal experience.
  10. DIY Projects
    Hi Gang, Any ideas of where to purchase the Fortin FLash-Link Updater tool? You can buy direct from their website, but they charge 37 bucks for the unit and 30 bucks to ship (coming from Cananda). I see it on eBay for 57 bucks but often am sketched out about purchasing products from them...
  11. Engine and Technical Discussion
    Friend working on my gf's 2008 Kia Optima LX with 2.7v6....going to change water pump and timing belt. Very experienced domestic mechanic but has never worked on Kia before. He says he cannot remove the crank pulley bolt and there isn't enough room to get a puller on it. Is there a specialty...
  12. 3rd Generation Optima (2011 - 2015)
    So I was browsing around for a new tool set since I think it's time that I got one. I have some tools to get me here and there but I feel that I need a complete set where it's organized already for me (I'm not lazy just everything I have is scattered lol).. I was looking at Snap-On sets but...
  13. Engine and Technical Discussion
    I've got a '12 SX with 2350 miles and just rececnty got a gadge called "EconoDriver" as a gift.... decided to try it out today. The EconoDriver connects into the OBD port and can do a bunch of various calculations if given the cost of a gas fill-up. On the highway after 15 miles (non-level)...
  14. DIY Projects
    Answers: Vice grips (needle nose) Snap ring pliers Slip joint pliers (aka water pump oliers) Bearing puller Oxygen sensor wrench Offset screwdriver Valve sprint compressor Piston ring compressor Hog ring pliers Bonus: Universal Adjustment Tool
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