Most mechanics in their daily work related to car repair use not only specialized tools. Service station equipment consists of many mechanisms. But, the most popular and frequently used is still a hand tool. Versatile enough to handle most tasks.
Variety of hand tools
In order to repair or replace any part in the car, it must first be dismantled and disassembled. Only with the help of specialized devices this will not work. Thanks to universal keys, which should be in the arsenal of any mechanic, it is possible to succeed. The most popular are the following tools:
- Socket wrenches, capable of unscrewing any bolt, nut without damaging.
- Spinning thorns, the second most popular tool at hand for the master.
- Carob - used where it is impossible to get close with the first two.
- A variety of screwdrivers to work with screws with regular and countersunk heads.
- Hex keys for modern fasteners
Important: pliers, wire cutters and many other equally popular tools should also be at hand for the master. The more complete the assortment of hand tools in the workshop, the faster and better the service station fulfills the order for car repairs.
Other equipment in demand at service stations
No one, even the smallest car service, can start its work without a car lift. Depending on the characteristics of the space, workshop owners can choose from a simple or more robust lift capable of lifting a pickup truck, van or small truck. To other important devices it is worth adding:
- compressor station with compressed air receiver;
- computer and electronic diagnostic equipment;
- tire fitting equipment for working with tires;
- professional vulcanizer for chambers;
- Balancing machine with universal characteristics.
You can safely add high-quality lighting to the necessary equipment. Special lamps with a wire extension have a reflector, a reflector protected from damage by a special mesh. Local lighting helps to work with machines, without the need for complete disassembly of a single unit.
