6/30/2010

Stoner 95141 Invisible Glass Windshield Chip Repair Kit Review

Stoner 95141 Invisible Glass Windshield Chip Repair KitI bought this after getting a stone chip in my wife's Rogue. I was driving so it was my fault (smile). While I have seen windshield repair kits before, I went with this because of the Stoner brand name (I have always had success with their car care products). Even so, I wasn't expecting anything to repair a chip other than replacing the windshield.

I had a small star-type chip about the size of a pencil eraser with a few small spider lines (cracks) coming off it just below the roof line. Because this is always out of stock at Amazon, I waited about 3 weeks before trying it and the crack didn't spread.
I followed the instructions exactly (which was slightly difficult and my only reason for four versus five stars). There was slight confusion when in step 5 you are told to empty the resin and keep the empty container for step 10, and then in step 10 you are told to use a drop of resin (wasn't I told in step 5 to keep the EMPTY container) over the PIT (Stoner's name for the chip). After a total of about an hour (waiting 15 minutes for step 7 & 20 minutes for step 8, and 15 minutes for the UV rays of the sun to cure the resin), I can hardly see the chip, inside or out. The spider lines have disappeared completely and the center is now about the size of a sharp point of the pencil, not its eraser as it was before I began! I am in awe that this worked. My only mistake was not taking a before and after picture, because except for my wife, no one would believe a chip even existed. High praise for this product & highly recommended.

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Product Description:
Stoner Invisible Glass Windshield Chip Repair Kit utilizes the same resins used by professional windshield repair technicians. It helps to prevents small windshield chips from spreading into more damage and potentially costing a new windshield So it completely eliminates any concern about the repair causing more damage. Each kit contains everything required to fix windshield damage from rocks, stones and other debris.

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Fix-A-Flat - Fix-A-Windshield, Do-It-Yourself Windshield Repair Kit (161890) Review

Fix-A-Flat - Fix-A-Windshield, Do-It-Yourself Windshield Repair KitI concur with the other reviewers that one should read the instructions well before attempting the repair.

I used the repair kit to repair one 1.5 inch diameter star-burst and two small nick/chips - one of which was in driving view.

I ensured the car was in the shade and cleaned out the crushed glass out of the rock impact area with the included blade. I cleaned the repair area with soap water and a glass cleaner till it was squeaky clean.

I secured the repair assembly, with the 4 (good quality!) suction cups, to the windshield centering the housing over the rock impact area. I screwed in the resin delivery tube into the housing till it's rubber tip was flush with the windshield and centered to the damage area. I then added a few drops of resin (is same consistency as 3-in-1 oil) into the delivery tube and finally inserted the pressure tube which forces the resin into the crack by opening the rubber tip. I let it cure for about 10 minutes after which I placed a drop of resin on the center of the crack and placed the clear plastic sheet on it and put the windshield in direct sunlight - waited another 10 minutes and removed the plastic sheet. I scraped the excess resin with the blade.

I was very happy with the results - the damaged area, filled in with the resin, was see-through, not smoky like I have seen other windshield repairs. The cracks filled to the extent that the crack was accessible. The resin could not repair a "fracture" as there is no way for the resin to reach in between the fracture. The resin did obliterate the crack lines where it did reach.

The end result is that the star-burst is still there but less visible, both the nicks/chips are reduced significantly (90%+) and I can make them out only because I know where they are. The one in my driving view looks like a small pit instead of a chip. The only thing I am waiting for, this winter, is to see if the resin holds up to the heating/cooling.

It took me about 1 hour to repair all three areas.

The product is designed thoughtfully and is effective. The quality of materials is good. The really great thing about this product is the fact that the resin cleaned off with soap/water and did not harden on the skin. I could clean out the delivery and pressure tubes which means that they can be re-used......there is enough resin/plastic sheets left to repair a few more cracks.

DON'T use more that a few drops of resin...a little goes a long way!

I gave one-less star for false advertising. The company surely knows that fractures in glass cannot be repaired and should not advertise an "after" photo which shows a windshield with no hint of having been damaged.

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Fix-A-Windshield Do-It-Yourself Windshield Repair Kit repairs chips and cracks quickly and easily!Minimizes the appearance, and stops the spread of chips and cracks in your windshield.
Easy to use - takes only minutes!
Product removes air from the break, fills it with a durable resin, and makes it even stronger than before.
The repair is almost invisible
Kit includes:1 gram bottle of repair resin, repair device, curing strips, sleeve razor blade, and instruction sheet
Kit is good for multiple repairs

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Fabric Repair Kit As Seen on TV Review

Fabric Repair Kit As Seen on TVWhat can I tell? The product works! It's the most important.
It's not cheap, but still much cheaper than togo to "professionals"
that propose to change your whole car seat upholstery to repair cigarette burn (estimates that I got from them start from $200).

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Repair any damaged Fabric with this easy to use Kit. Every home and office has dozens of little eyesores this great kit can repair like new! The patented process involves applying one or two layers of clear adhesive to fill in the damaged spot. Then you mix to match the proper color and apply it to the applicator screen...the screen is placed over the clear adhesive and lightly moved back and forth, thus dispersing the color fabric fibers over the adhesive. Let the repair dry, and apply a light spray of bonding adhesive. That's it! We give you everything you need in the kit to do a truly profesional repair! This kit contains: 7 Fabric fiber colors fabric adhesive spatula mixing bottle screen applicator color mix chart easy to follow instructions

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6/29/2010

Slime Smart Spair 15-Minute Emergency Tire Repair Kit Review

Slime Smart Spair 15-Minute Emergency Tire Repair KitWhat can I say, simple & quick flat repair especially for my motorcycle. Rode 2100 miles after pulling a nail out before getting internal patch put on, never ever leaked one pound of air the entire trip with this Slime in it!!It would have been a long hard push to a safe spot and waiting for a tow truck then finding a MC shop to repair the tire if not for Slime kit. A serious MUST have!

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The Slime Smart Spair 15-Minute Emergency Tire Repair Kit allows you to fix flats quickly without removing your tire. This kit includes a bottle of Slime tire sealant to plug punctures up to a quarter-inch and a portable air compressor to reinflate the tire. The compressor comes with adapters to inflate mattresses, balls or other inflatables.

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Advanced Tool Design Model ATD-285 285Pc Automotive Electrical Repair Kit Review

Advanced Tool Design Model  ATD-285  285Pc Automotive Electrical Repair KitHonestly what I was expecting was the kind of cheaply "made in China" tools you get at Walmart for pennies on the dollar. I was actually quite impressed by what you get here. Everything seems not bad quality, you can still tell they are on the cheaper end of the spectrum but you get a LOT of different parts for basically any quick electric repairs.

For about $18 this is a pretty good deal considering Radio Shack sells a crimper alone for $12. It would be good to have this around along with an emergency tool kit. If you plan to use this a lot I wouldn't suggest this kit, while okay quality I don't think it could withstand daily use.

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Includes (1) wire crimping tool, (1) 6/12V tester, (1) slotted screwdriver, (1) Phillips screwdriver, (1) roll electrical tape, (2) 32" test leads, (5) blade style fuses, (5) glass style fuses, (1) fuse puller, (1) 60" roll primary wire, (10) 1/8" wire clamps, (3) 1/4" wire clamps, (10) heat shrink tubes, (30) small cable ties, (10) medium cable ties, (10 large cable ties, (6) rubber grommets, (26) assorted wire nuts, (160) assorted insulated terminals and a plastic organizer case.

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Quixx Paint Scratch Remover Review

Quixx Paint Scratch RemoverI decided to order this product base on the reviews i read also did some extra study on similar products. This is probably my best bet for it's price.

I have rather deep key mark (show primer) and a few fine scratch on my new blue car. As it said on the directions if you have deep scratch you need to get the match paint for it. so we went over to Wal mart and get one of those 5 dollar repair paint that come with a small brush and ball pen in same bottle (they come in several known brand and color such as TOYOTA , FORD, GM, etc;) I also saw the same products at Kregen too.

First i wipe clean the surface with wet cloth and then very lightly wet sand to smooth it up with the sand paper provided it in the kit then wipe clean, The sand paper is 3000 grid which is very fine and did a good job for it's purpose. I like it much better than the 2000 grid one they sell at automotive store. Only if they give you more than just a few strips i will be alot happier.

Then I use the brush side to paint on the bigger scratch area and use the ball pen for finer line. Let dry for few hours. And to make sure i really fill those scratch well I re apply the paint and let dry.

After the paint completely dry use wet sand to very gently sand the excess paint off ( this part scared me the most because they said it very clear not to expose the primer, So take your time and be very gentle). When you are done with sanding the scratch should feel very smooth to the touch. It still look very visible but after i use cream no. 1 (buff hard) it look better so i decided to do it again twice. After 3 applications of cream no.1 and finished it with cream no.2 the scratch almost disappear. I still can see it a little but i know where to look for it. It does not take away the scratch completely but did improve and lighten alot. I think it's reasonable enough for it's price. If they sell this for 100 dollar then i will expect much better result.

As for fine scratch i have to admit that it works like magic. All i need to do is clean the surface, apply cream no.1 and make sure to let it sit then buff buff buff hard! , Cream no.2 give it super glossy shine. The scratch are completely gone. I was very happy with the result.

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Quixx Paint Scratch Remover permanently removes scuffs, scrapes and scratches from all paint surfaces. TUV certified.

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6/28/2010

Slime 1031-A Tire Repair Plugs - Pack of 30 Review

Slime 1031-A Tire Repair Plugs - Pack of 30been using these for many years. Well these and other brands of same type . Just shove it in the hole with the proper tool and the leak is fixed.
for easier fixing put some rubber cement on the strip before shoving it in. It makes it glide in easier and seals better. long lasting repair.

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Slime Tire Repair Plugs come in a bulk pack of thirty strings. These repair strings are extra-strong and easy to use. Simply insert the plug centered in the eye of a needle into the punctured tire, pull the needle straight out with a rapid motion and check for air leakage. This Slime plug kit, designed for emergency tire repairs, will get you safely to a service center.

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7pc Auto Body Repair Kit Hammer Dolly Automotive Tools Review

7pc Auto Body Repair Kit Hammer Dolly Automotive ToolsI would of saved a little more money if I would of seen this set before hand to purchase a higher quality set.The paint job on the dollies and heads of the hammers seem rushed and sloppy.The heads on the tops of the handle are loose and wobbly.Does not seem to be of the quality expected considering the price range.Save the money and buy a better set

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7 Piece Auto Body Repair Kit Great For Auto Body & Fender WorkThis is a new 7 piece auto body repair kit. Great for auto body and fender work.You receive: 3 Hammers that each measure 11 1/4" (286 mm) long 4 Assorted dollies We work hard to update our descriptions and pictures of our merchandise. As part of a process of ongoing innovation by our suppliers, newer versions of the item shown may be shipped before we are able to complete an update. As a result there may be a slight variation in color and design.

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Simoniz S11 Fix It Scratch Repair Kit Review

Simoniz S11 Fix It Scratch Repair KitSaw the video and thought it was to good to be true, and it was. Did nothing at all, I have four different types of scratches from smudges to hairline and deep and it Did not work on any of them. DO NOT waste your money on this product!

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Simoniz Fix It Scratch Repair Kit consists of scratch remover, hand buffer or polisher, one microfiber towel and one bonus buffing pad. It revitalizes paint by removing light scratches, oxidation and minor paint stains. This scratch repair kit provides an enhanced look to the vehicle.

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6/27/2010

Slime 70005 Safety Spair Flat Tire Repair System Review

Slime 70005 Safety Spair Flat Tire Repair SystemThe Safety Spair is a great replacement for the factory kit. It comes in a nice & sleak bag too.

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Slime Safety Spair Flat Tire Repair System is designed to instantly seal the puncture and quickly re-inflates the tire. It features a 12 V built in compressor which activates by the push of a button and forces air into the sealant cartridge sending sealant as well as air into the tire. This repair system is easy, fast and safe to use. It seals punctures up to quarter inch and the tire pressure is sensor friendly. This system has a safety light for night use.

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Simoniz Fix It Pro Clear Coat Scratch Repair Pen Review

Simoniz Fix It Pro Clear Coat Scratch Repair PenThis product does not work! At all, it's like putting clear nail polish on your scratch, what a great idea.
Followed instructions as written, but only made my scratch look worse.
And the felt tip in the pen got jammed up the pen, so even if I wanted to continue to use it I couldn't.
Stay away, save your money, looks appealing on the infomercial, but does not work at all.
If I could give it negative 5 stars I would!

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Simoniz Fix-It Pro Clear Coat Applicator is a scratch repair filler and sealer that safely removes scratches from your automotive quickly and easily. It works on any car in three easy steps - apply fix it, buff it in and wipe away. This scratch repair pen is non-toxic, permanent, water-resistant and odorless.

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Dura Lube HL-48901-06 Pro Fix 6 Body Shop Repair Kit Review

Dura Lube HL-48901-06 Pro Fix 6 Body Shop Repair KitMy wife's new blue Nissan Rogue received two scratches after only a few months, which I couldn't remove with a clear-coat scratch remover, and I felt wasn't worth making a small problem potentially larger with sanding & touch-up. I was VERY skeptical of this product (as I am all things 'As seen on TV!'), but decided to take a chance (it's less than ten bucks). On scratch #1, it disappeared completely. I couldn't even find it when I left to get my wife to show her. On scratch #2, which had a small hook in it (sort of like the letter 'J'), it made it about 75% better (the only part you really see if you look hard is the hook). On either scratch, if you didn't know they were there, you would never find them. It took me about 4 minutes to fix both. The product was well worth it, and after a week of rain and a car wash, the scratches are still invisible. Now, I agree with others here in that if one of the six colors isn't your car color, you may have different results (I did not have to mix colors). Because you are filling in a tiny scratch, as long as the color is in the same family, you'll be fine. Also, why white isn't included is beyond me. Basically if you have a white car, you cannot use this product. Beyond that, I recommend this product. Your results really depend on your car's color and how deep your scratch is (if you are down to the metal and have a deep gouge, nothing is going to work). Good luck...and damn the shopping cart Gods!

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PRO FIX Scratch Repair Kit removes scratches on any color paint by first polishing and removing surface scratches. Deeper scratches are filled with a blending color cream. The cream comes in 6 basic colors: Dark Blue, Red, Green, Beige, White, and Black. Simply apply the closest color to the scratch and as you rub in the cream it will blend to match the shade and color of your own paint making the scratch disappear.

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6/26/2010

Dynaplug 1007 Tubeless Tire Repair Kit Review

Dynaplug 1007 Tubeless Tire Repair KitI've used the Dynaplug for many years now, repairing at least a dozen flats and it has worked perfectly every time!I once removed an object that was about 3/16 of an inch in diameter and used five Dynaplugs to fill the hole.It was for a co-worker and I told him to have the tire replaced right away.Of course he ignored me and drove it for weeks before replacing it.The tire never lost air and got him back and forth to work every day until he woke up and replaced it.I have five vehicles and would not be without one.

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Dynaplug Tubeless Tire Repair is designed to repair a punctured tire in less than a minute without taking the tire off the wheel. This plug can permanently seal the puncture hole from the inside out without compromising the tire balance. It saves time and money by repairing a tire puncture in a simple way. This is certified by UTAC which is a European vehicle test laboratory. It has certified Dynaplug for permanent repairs in tread area for clean punctures upto a 16 penny nails at speeds of 90mph. The process is very simple, load the tool with a brass-tipped plug, insert tip into puncture hole and pull the handle out of the tire.

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3M Automotive (MMM6385) 3M Nameplate Repair Tape, Gray, .236" x 5 yds. Review

3M Automotive 3M Nameplate Repair Tape, Gray, .236' x 5 yds.Used it to attach some extra badges to my car. Worked great and I am very pleased.

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Features and Benefits:


    .030" thick, medium density gray foam tape with high performance acrylic adhesives on both sides and a red release liner
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    This acrylic foam tape can bring the advantages of pressure sensitive bonding to new areas, including the repair of nameplates and emblems
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Helicoil 5546-8 M8 x 1.25 Metric Coarse Thread Repair Kit Review

Helicoil 5546-8 M8 x 1.25 Metric Coarse Thread Repair KitI stripped out a threaded hole in one of the aluminum cylinder heads on my Pontiac Transport while replacing the cylinder head gaskets.I was able to repair the threads at a fraction of the cost of a replacement cylinder head.
The kit had everything I needed except for the tap drill, (which I already had).Simple to use and worked well.

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Helicoil Metric Coarse Thread Repair Kit includes inserts, complete instructions, Heli-Coil tap and installation tool. It is made from high quality material and is extremely long lasting. This metric coarse thread repair kit is used for repairing tapped holes which have been stripped or damaged, due to wear, corrosion and over torque.

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6/25/2010

Dynaplug 1014 Tire Repair Refill Plug - Pack of 5 Review

Dynaplug 1014 Tire Repair Refill Plug - Pack of 5Used these on two cars both with run flat tires and they worked great.You simply remove the nail/screw, load the Dynaplug tool and insert it into the hole.It may take 2 or 3 plugs but they eventually stop the leak and you just trim off the excess tail and youre done.Compared to buying a new tire for $200 or $300 its a winner!

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Dynaplug Tire Repair Refill Plug is designed to bond like a patch and makes a permanent seal from the inside-out. It is made from a combination of two synthetic rubbers and easily rolls between fingers to ensure easy insertion. This refill plug contains rubber solids impregnated into a cotton cord meant to mold irregular punctures and is stored in the handle of the Dynaplug tool. It features a pointed brass tip for easy insertion and plugs the hole with no glue.

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Permatex 15067 Quick Grid Rear Window Defogger Repair Kit Review

Permatex 15067 Quick Grid Rear Window Defogger Repair KitI have used this product (or similar product) before on a 1970's VW bug and it worked. It was for my rear defroster. I needed to fix my Subaru with the in-glass antenna and decided to give it a try. It works great and improved my radio reception phenomenally. The antenna had a few broken lines. It won't make it look like original or new, but it will make it function like before. A cheaper alternative than replacing the glass, which i will do if it ever needed it. It isn't as easy as painting it on and will take some effort on your part to make it look nice. A little patience, scotch tape will help, and a blow dryer.

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Provides a low-cost, high-quality repair for damaged rear window defogger grids.

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Dorman 42025 HELP! Master Cylinder Head Repair Kit Review

Dorman 42025 HELP Master Cylinder Head Repair KitFirst, you're probably reading this review and looking at this item because you have a problem. I purchased this as a backup but the Dorman 42025 and the NAPA 600-3248 are identical and I actually a NAPA part but this is less than I paid for the NAPA on an auction site... in fact, Amazon has the best price ($37.42 and Free Shipping is what I paid) I have found. They average about $70 in auto stores and 40+ on that action site I can't mention.

I have a 1999 Ford Expedition with a Triton 5.4L engine and a spark plug blew out on cylinder 3... that's the third one back from the front on the passenger side. Yep... it actually comes completely out of the hole. When it does it makes your rig sound like a freight train but the sound is also similar to a blown exhaust gasket. I'm not a mechanic but I have most of the tools to work on a vehicle though I detest doing so and will make every effort to find the easiest and lest expensive repair. That said... this is both! If you have a vehicle in this age bracket spending a lot of money on a repair makes no sense.

Before you believe me and buy this puppy I'll give you some history from my days of searching the Internet to try to figure out what happened so suddenly on my vehicle. Yes, it happens fast and there's little warning but you can drive the vehicle for some distance after it happens... I drove about 20 miles to get it home. Driving can be dangerous though if you don't pull the connector off the fuel injector because you could easily start a fire but by the time you're reading this all that is probably over. I use the auto repair forums and discussions to research my problems and though they're a great source of info the recommendations aren't always the only ones that will work. I also have a 1990 Chevy truck that I'm still keeping alive. The recommended responses for this repair included installing a new head and take it to your Ford dealer... these will cost about $2,000 or more. Anyone who says replace one head is wrong and you should always replace both if you have more money than brains... make the inexpensive repair and then sell the vehicle makes even more sense. Another repair was a Time-Sert 5553 repair kit that runs close to $400. You can also use a Heli-Coil but you also need a kit to install those and they're best done with the head removed and on a bench where you can see what you're doing. I wouldn't spend the bucks on the Time-Sert unless you're paranoid about using a cheaper fix or you plan on putting a huge amount of miles on your vehicle... and I don't. I have found time and time again with vehicle repairs that the cost of the repair does not determine the quality nor is it the correct way to determine which fix is the best fix.

I did get the sense that a there are a lot of trolling mechanics on the boards and a lot of Time-Sert reps seem to have an agenda that doesn't include using a cheaper repair method. I don't care about warranties and what Ford recommends since it was Ford that screwed up the design in the first place. There are a lot of people selling those expensive kits but if you blow a plug you'll never find someone selling a used one when you need it. Lastly, I doubt NAPA, Dorman and who knows how auto parts stores would be selling these kits if they didn't work. I never found a post on any discussion board talking about using this or anyone saying it doesn't work because those posts and threads are probably pulled so you don't read about a fix they aren't endorsing.

The spitting out plugs issue seems to be a common problem on the Triton engine from about 1998-2002 and the plugs loosen, wobble around over time and can finally blow out of the engine. They can't be screwed back in because the exit trip strips the threads out of the head so there's just a smooth hole left. That means whatever repair you do requires that the hole be treaded again and that makes the hole too big for a spark plug. You then have to insert a threaded ring into the hole and then you can put in a spark plug. The Time-Sert kit is pricey and probably should be sold afterwards if you opt for that solution. This Dorman Kit is simple and can be done in about 15 minutes... there's even a You-Tube video on how to do the NAPA kit which is the same for this one. Remember that working on these engines is not easy and everything is hard to reach. You have to remove the fuel rail & injectors on the passenger side... not a problem on the driver side... and you'll likely have to buy a new coil because they usually break when the plug pops out. Also, you can't see what you're doing if it's not the first few plugs because they are recessed and slope away from the front. The less you have to do the better and this kit is just a one step process and you don't need to see what you're doing... check out the video.

You'll need a 17mm short socket to start it and a 17mm deep socket to install it tightly... a 11/16" will work but it's a little loose so buy something that fits properly. You'll also need a 9/16 deep for the spark plug, some red Lock-Tite and some anti-seize to apply to the plug. Clean out the inside of the part the plug goes into to be sure the threads aren't clogged... mine had some crud in it from the manufacturing process. It took longer to get the stuff out of my way than the actual repair and I'm a happy camper with it. If it ever blows out again... which I seriously doubt... I'll try a more expensive fix. While you're at it replace all the plugs and you'll correct any others that may be loose and you're on the road again. A word of caution... with the plug out you have an open hole into the cylinder so be very careful not to let anything fall into it while you moving stuff out of the way or you could be totally screwed. Put a rag over the hole until you're ready to install the repair.

This was an easy repair and pretty foolproof, in my opinion, and definitely a lot less than several grand for a mechanic to do it. However, if you don't have the time or don't want to get dirty, call around and you might find someone who has a kit and will do it for a few hundred bucks if they need the money. For me, this was the best bang for the buck and it took a few hours to do it from start to finish and that included replacing the other plugs. If you have a blown plug on the driver side the complete repair can be done easily under an hour. You decide but I'm keeping a spare kit in truck so I can make a repair on the road if it ever happens again. Whatever you do don't replace a head because you'll likely have the same problem and spend a small fortune on a vehicle not worth it. Good luck!

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Dorman 42025 Spark Plug Thread Repair Kit

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6/24/2010

Permatex Pro Style Vinyl and Leather Repair Kit Review

Permatex Pro Style Vinyl and Leather Repair Kitthe repair of the cracked plastic or naugahyde seat appeared to work, but the appearance of the repair did not come out as in the sample picture that came with the product.

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A complete professional repair kit with plug-in electric heat iron to make pro-style repairs.

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Permatex 16067 Bullseye Windshield Repair Kit Review

Permatex 16067 Bullseye Windshield Repair KitThis kit does not work. The resin does not penetrate into cracks or nicks. The resin will come out of the sides and get all over the windshield. It seeps under the adhesive but doesn't go into the crack. There is insufficient resin- and it all winds up everywhere but inside of repair. I followed the instructions to the letter- this kit does not work. You can't get a seal over the repair with the tools provided and the resin does not penetrate into the damaged area, it all comes out the sides because there is no seal. In order for this to work, you would need to have a good seal over the ding or crack, and the materials in this kit do not provide that. You'd probably need to be able to open the crack as well- nothing in the kit allows you to do that. Don't buy this kit, I tried it twice, I followed the instructions, and have a pretty good understanding as to exactly why this product does not work.

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The first one-component windshield repair system designed to be used by the car owner.

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LIQUID LEATHER KIT WITH FABRIC REPAIR KIT Review

LIQUID LEATHER KIT WITH FABRIC REPAIR KITThis product does an OK job, but don't expect any miracles unless you are a world class artist and can mix the perfect color. It fixed the hole in my leather office chair, but it isn't perfect.

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* 7 Intermix colors * Bonding film, Re-usable grain papers * pro heat tool, Applicator * Practice vinyl, Backing fabric * Complete instructionsWill ship in a mail order non retail box

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No Heat! Liquid Leather & Vinyl Repair K Review

No Heat Liquid Leather & Vinyl Repair KI think in order for this product to be most effective you would need to practice with it multiple times in order to get it right.The product did work to repair the damage, but the shade is a bit off, and the texture does not match.I have no doubt that someone with a lot of experience could make it match, but the average consumer needs a lot of practice before attempting to repair something.I used it in my car, but I would never use it on my leather couch because there's virtually no way to make it match perfectly.

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Our leather and vinyl kits match popular colors and grains. This is the very best kit for people who want to repair items in their home, car, boat, office, luggage and apparel. It's simple to use. Just apply colored compound, cover with the grain papers, allow to dry, and remove. Complete, easy to follow instructions in every kit. Three E-Z Steps for a near-perfect repair job: 1. Apply colored compound. 2. Cover with grain paper. 3. Allow to dry, peel off grain paper. There is no other kit like this today. Will do 20-30 average size repairs.

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Permatex 25247 Fabric Repair Kit Review

Permatex 25247 Fabric Repair KitThat's what you need to ask yourself before buying this kit.If the damage is only to a very small area then you might be able to help yourself out with this.You get everything you need in the kit.The pots of different colored fabric...shavings??..are interesting.You also get the glue (2 of those), a small piece of canvas backing, a little mesh screen and a little plastic mixer/applicator that looks like those plastic tabs that keep men's collars from curling up on the edges.

The piece of canvas is about 3"x3" (as is the mesh) and you will probably have to use it if you are trying to repair a hole or burn.You trim it to a size just a bit smaller than the hole you are patching.Tuck it in underneath the edges.Then you are ready for the fun part.

Before you try you interior you want to practice.And practice.The fabric-to-glue ratio is very tricky.And at the end of the day you still might end up with an area that looks like you spilled a glob of glue on your car.

Which is why I say, take a look at your damage and if you are really needed a repair, go to a professional.If a small glob of glue somewhere in your car doesn't bother you (hey, at least it's not a hole) then go for it.

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Haynes Toyota Tacoma, 2005 thru 2009 Repair Manual (92077) Review

Haynes Toyota Tacoma, 2005 thru 2009 Repair ManualMost pictures are better than those in Chilton manuals I've used on other vehicles.A few photos are a little dark so they don't show the detail that they should.The book is clearly written.I think it's a little easier to find things in than the official Toyota repair manuals.

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Each manual is written and photographed from "hands-on" experience gained by a complete teardown and rebuild of the vehicle. The first Haynes manual was written this way 40 years ago, and all the manuals continue to be produced this way, making Haynes the world leader in automotive repair information.

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