Two Must-Have DIY Automotive Maintenance Tools

Some people enjoy working on their vehicles to save money on repairs and put “sweat equity” into their investment. Others have purchased a vehicle with the intention of fixing it up and selling it for a profit. While vehicles serve the functional purpose of getting people from point A to point B, they also are commonly enhanced to add value, style or both. Whether you are working on improving a classic car, adding upgrades to a late-model vehicle or have other needs, you need to have the right automotive maintenance tools for the job. Here are two must-have tools every do-it-yourself automotive enthusiast needs to have. 

The purpose of a trolley jack is to elevate the vehicle off the ground, and this provides you with the ability to work on the vehicle’s tires and undercarriage. These jacks vary significantly in the amount of lift they provide to you as well as in their weight limits. It is important to find a trolley that meets your needs with regards to the elevation of the lift and that is designed to accommodate the weight of your vehicle. 

A heat gun is a tool that most people do not think about buying, but it can be incredibly useful for many purposes. These guns are designed to deliver intense beams of ultra-high heat to a focused area on the vehicle. This heat can be used to soften items like plastics, caulk and putty, and it can also remove varnish, paint and lacquer. The heat intensity and safety features of these devices can vary. Many of these devices are designed to be portable, but some are designed to be installed in a specific location and used solely in that sport. Because of the differences in these features, it is important to learn more about the intended uses of each device before you make your purchase. 

Whether you are working on one specific task today or have plans to work on your vehicle for the next few months or years, you may find that these two automotive tools are must-have items for your garage. You can take time to learn more about the different models available by reading specs online, or you can visit a local automotive parts and equipment store to talk to a salesperson in more detail about them. These are two items that you will use repeatedly with many different projects.