About us
DenLors’ Automotive Tool Blog’s First post on was June 14, 2008, Our auto tool business website, DenLorsTools.com was founded in 2005 and this is the official blog of DenLors Tools Plus LLC. We have articles on auto specialty tools, mechanics automotive tools and auto repair industry topics. Our blog is one of the first of it’s kind tailored specifically to the automotive repair industry. Besides featuring mechanics specialty tools and the automotive repair industry, we also write about other related topics many of which are inspired by our customer’s inquiries. In communicating with our customers we get an understanding of what topics are important to cover. Chances are, if one customer has a question or inquiry, others may have a similar issue or be wondering the same thing. So don’t be surprised if we post an article on a topic related to your question or inquiry!
Dennis Bandy Master Tech & Tool Sales Specialist
About … I live in Florida near Tampa in Riverview (as you can see from my photo I like to fish). As owner of DenLors Tools Plus LLC, my duties include managing and marketing our automotive tool and shop equipment business. I write frequently for this blog and several other websites. My latest activity is listed on Twitter, follow me and see what it’s all about.
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Our customers include the US Government, auto repair shops of all sizes including new car dealerships, do it your-selfer’s and of course individual auto technicians. In 2005 DenLors Automotive Tool business was started with the idea to sell something that I am knowledgeable and passionate about. With my more than 25 years as a Master Automotive Technician, selling tools was a natural fit. Since our start back in 05, we have grown tremendously but we still run our business based on the original founding principles of honesty, reliability and striving to exceed our customer’s expectations.
Slow Economy … And even though the economy is in a downturn, our business continues to grow. Sales compared to last year (when the economy was in better shape) have still increased! As people hold onto their cars longer, it seems to make since that tools for repairing them are going to be needed increasingly.
We also attribute our increase in business to the following reasons.
- We sell quality automotive tools, shop supplies and equipment at discount prices.
- Great customer service before and after the sale earns repeat business.
- It’s hard to find good service anywhere today, that’s why we employ the best staff possible; knowledgeable, helpful and that believe in treating others as they like to be treated.
Ideas for Blogs … If you have an auto repair shop, know of a tool manufacturer with a new or innovative product or are promoting a tech school that you would like to have featured on our auto blog, use the comment form below, please include as much information as possible. All other ideas for future blogs are also appreciated.
Linking … At this time we are not accepting offers to exchange blog roll links, so that we can provide only truly relevant and useful links to our visitors. We do allow a link to your website in your comment as long as your statements are on topic and helpful to our readers.
Plagiarism … Copying is a form of flattery right? Well not so much on the Internet (or anywhere else for that matter). We spend a lot of time creating our quality original content and we will not stand for another website to copy and paste our articles. If you would like to quote some words out of our blogs, we have no problem with that as long as a link is provided to the source article.
Mark Ericksen :
Date: October 12, 2008 @ 7:38 pm
Mr. Bandy, I thoroughly enjoyed your video, Servicing GM Intake Gaskets with Pushrod Tool. I have a 2001 Chevy Malibu that needs the gaskets replaced and I found your video helpful.
Do you have a video or an article with photos that shows how the engine was torn down to the point where the pushrod tools was used?
I am a little confused as to how the intake manifold is removed and reinstalled with the rear valve cover in place. I am also not sure what has to be removed on the engine.
I would appreciate any assistance that you can provide.
Thanks
dennisb on GM Intake Replacement :
Date: October 12, 2008 @ 9:01 pm
Mark, Glad I could help. The article and video you saw is all I have on this particular job. Complete instructions can be obtained from a service repair manual including torque specifications. The on-line Mitchell repair instructions can be viewed for a small fee from Mitchell, the link is at the bottom of the Tech Article page. But basically the following parts need to be removed; Serpentine belt, front spark plug wires, electrical plugs for sensors, throttle cables, throttle bracket, coil bracket to intake/plenum, map sensor, vacuum hoses, upper intake, coolant pipe, fuel rail, front valve cover, top valve cover bolts for rear cover loosened and then the lower intake. This is at the point the specialty tool is used to remove the pushrods. After preparing the surfaces and installing the new gaskets and applying Right Stuff or silicone, the lower intake is slipped into place under the rear valve cover and reassembled. This job pays about six hours book time, but could take much longer if it’s your first one even with the time saved by using the pushrod tool. Good Luck
Griff :
Date: December 1, 2008 @ 2:20 pm
Hey I see you have restored a 1967 mustang and it looks quite good. I have one myself but it needs alot of fixing up and we can’t find anyone to do it for us or any sources that will help us out. I live in Scranton, PA if you no anyone thats 45 minutes away from there or something please tell me. The car has been sitting in my grandparents garage for years and I want to get it fixed but need help.
dennisb - Auto Tool Sales :
Date: December 1, 2008 @ 2:38 pm
Thanks. Anyone close to Scranton that can restore this Mustang, can comment here and plug their business and/or website.
Lance Winslow :
Date: December 28, 2008 @ 5:07 pm
Lots of great information here. If you would like some more ideas on what to write about, I have an old blog like bulletin board that may be worthy. The information is old, but with your expertise, you could re-write some of these topics to help everyone out there who reads your blog! – Lance
dennisb - Auto Tool Sales :
Date: December 28, 2008 @ 6:21 pm
Lance, Thanks for your comment on our blog. I appreciate the information, I’ll check it out as time allows.
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Neil :
Date: May 12, 2009 @ 3:12 pm
In Aug ‘08 my ‘01 Jeep Grand Cherokee w/170K miles was diagnosed as having rear end noisy pinion bearings. Your piece on noisy differentials leaves me with 2 questions: (1) what would you estimate the cost of the job, and (2)with moderate whining on acceleration what is the risk of deferring the repair. We greatly appreciate your view on this matter.
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dennisb - Auto Repair Blog :
Date: May 17, 2009 @ 10:23 am
Neil,
So others know, the article you’re talking about is on another website that I write for occasionally. The job pays about 7 hours (multiply this times the shop labor rate). The cost of the parts will vary depending on if the parts are original equipment or aftermarket.
Since August of 2008 ( 5 months ago) the noise was only moderate, if it hasn’t gotten noticeably louder you may be able to postpone the repair. However, metal circulating in the oil will continue to cause wear and could cause damage to the ring and pinion gears, which are much more expensive than just bearings, races and seals. Since you say it does whine on acceleration, I would think the ring and pinion is worn already -but that’s not surprising on a Jeep, especially one with 170,000 miles.
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Nathan :
Date: September 24, 2009 @ 4:29 pm
I read your post at:
Jeep Dual AC Problems
Great post btw.
I have a broken blend door caused by the corrosion from lingering antifreeze from a broken heater core. The thing just fell apart when I finally got it out.
Now I’m hunting down a replacement. Were you able to find this aftermarket or through a part shop like O’Reily or did you need to go to Mopar/Jeep to get it? I called Jeep and the guy is telling me I may need to replace the HVAC housing… That seems bogus. The guy at O’Reily is trying to see if he can even get the blend door part.
Any ideas since you’ve done it a few times?
thanks
dennisb - Auto Tool Sales :
Date: September 25, 2009 @ 6:53 am
Nathan,
If your talking about just the blend door part – then that is available at the dealer. The entire case does not need to be changed just the small section that has the doors built in, just like the picture shows – the door assembly.
Nathan :
Date: September 25, 2009 @ 10:11 am
Excellent! Thanks! I think this was the confusion I had with our parts guy over the phone. I was thinking of just the door, but he was probably looking at the whole section.
Thanks for your help.