Tool Talk
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And my newest additions are a MityVac 7201 and a MB/Matador oil filter wrench...
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I really don't know who makes it. I've looked,but it only says it's made in Taiwan. I bought it off EBay from a specialized tool seller,but all the other companies are selling the exact same product.
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Oh and have you used it for anything other than oil? It sounds really useful for power steering flushes, changing the diff fluid.
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Regarding the spring compressor,I've only used the one on EBay once,more because I wanted to see how it works. I've removed the driver side springs front and rear to see which size shims my car came with. It's been almost 3 months since I've ordered my new B8s from Germany and as soon as they arrive,I'll swap the stock springs with Eibachs,so only then the tool will really be put to test.
I've used the original spring compressor tool before and if you're expecting the same quality from the EBay one,you will be disappointed! You can't even compare the quality! One disk from the original tool probably weighs about the same as the whole set from Taiwan. The disks are a lot thinner too. The good thing about that though is that they fit easier on the spring coils.
Also,another good thing about the EBay tool too is that the middle shaft,the one that compresses the 2 disks together,has a bearing at the bottom of it,so it's not metal to metal friction,which wouldn't last nearly as long.
So,the conclusion is that if you're planning to use the tool professionally,forget about the Taiwan version and go original. If you're going to use it a few times(can't tell how many),you can go Taiwan.
And then there's the price : 600$ compared to about 180$!
Hope this helps in making a decision.
Cheers!
I've used the original spring compressor tool before and if you're expecting the same quality from the EBay one,you will be disappointed! You can't even compare the quality! One disk from the original tool probably weighs about the same as the whole set from Taiwan. The disks are a lot thinner too. The good thing about that though is that they fit easier on the spring coils.
Also,another good thing about the EBay tool too is that the middle shaft,the one that compresses the 2 disks together,has a bearing at the bottom of it,so it's not metal to metal friction,which wouldn't last nearly as long.
So,the conclusion is that if you're planning to use the tool professionally,forget about the Taiwan version and go original. If you're going to use it a few times(can't tell how many),you can go Taiwan.
And then there's the price : 600$ compared to about 180$!
Hope this helps in making a decision.
Cheers!
Last edited by Neanicu888; Oct 17, 2012 at 09:23 AM.
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How many times have you used it? I'll pick one up soon if I ever need it... as long as the quality is there, I'll buy it.
How long have you had it/used it? I read about a few people having issues in the long run, from what I understand... just keep it out of the sun so the plastic doesn't turn brittle and it should be good.
Oh and have you used it for anything other than oil? It sounds really useful for power steering flushes, changing the diff fluid.
How long have you had it/used it? I read about a few people having issues in the long run, from what I understand... just keep it out of the sun so the plastic doesn't turn brittle and it should be good.
Oh and have you used it for anything other than oil? It sounds really useful for power steering flushes, changing the diff fluid.
