Repair and maintenance work on motor vehicles, whether new, used, classic or vintage, requires precision, reliability and efficient tools. Here we present a selection of essential KNIPEX tools for your workshop.
1. KNIPEX Cobra® High-Tech Water Pump Pliers (87 XX XXX)
The KNIPEX Cobra® is not just a pair of water pump pliers, but a high-tech tool that is still characterised by innovative features. Adjustment at the touch of a button directly on the workpiece enables fine adjustment for perfectly adapting to different workpiece sizes. The self-locking gripping surfaces with specially hardened teeth ensure effortless and safe working. The box joint ensures high stability and the anti-pinch protection prevents crush injuries. All in all, an indispensable tool for precise work in the car workshop. The KNIPEX Cobra® is available in many different sizes.
2. Pliers Wrench (86 0X XXX)
The original KNIPEX pliers wrench is a versatile tool that replaces an entire set of spanners. With its smooth jaws, it is ideal for the gentle assembly of sensitive components - it can even be used directly on chrome. The smooth gripping width adjustment and the backlash-free, full-surface contact guarantee precise adaptation to different workpieces. The adjustment at the touch of a button enables quick tightening and loosening of screw connections according to the ratchet principle. A tool that no car workshop should be without. The pliers wrench is also available in many different versions.
3. Spring Hose Clamp Pliers (85 51 180/250 A/AF)
The KNIPEX spring hose clamp pliers are an excellent tool for working with standard, space-saving and wire clamps as well as spring band rings. The rotatable, universal gripping inserts allow the clamps to be gripped securely in any position, even under load. Working is therefore possible from all angles and in confined spaces. With an extremely good lever ratio, clamps are opened easily and with little effort. The slim head width makes this tool ideal for confined spaces in the car workshop. The spring hose clamp pliers are also available with a locking device for practical locking when the clamp is under tension and in two different sizes.
4. Long Reach Needle Nose Pliers (28 71/81 280)
The Long Reach Needle Nose Pliers from KNIPEX are specially designed for gripping, adjusting and assembly work in hard-to-reach places. With their slim, very long design, they are ideal for reaching deep-set workpieces. The milled grooves with a smooth surface enable gentle and secure gripping, holding and guiding of various round parts. An ideal tool, also in the automotive industry for work in the engine compartment, for example. Available in two versions - with a straight head and a version with a 45° angled head.
5. Ear Clamp Pliers (10 98/99 I220)
The KNIPEX ear clamp pliers are perfect for easy and reliable mounting of 1-ear and 2-ear clamps. With pressing jaws instead of cutting jaws, damage to the pressing points is avoided. The slim head allows good accessibility, even in tight spaces. These pliers are versatile and can be used for clamps on CV boots, cooler and fuel lines as well as air pressure systems. Available in two versions with front crimping profile or with front and side crimping profile.
6. High Leverage Diagonal Cutter (74 02 180)
The high leverage diagonal cutters from KNIPEX are designed for the toughest, long-term use. With high cutting performance and low effort, they are particularly suitable for wire types including piano wire up to Ø 2.2 mm. The precision cutting edges are induction-hardened and offer a high degree of hardness of approx. 64 HRC, making these diagonal cutters a reliable companion in the workshop. Available in many other variants.
Conclusion
Whether cutting, holding, screwing or assembling - you'll find the right tool for your challenge in our range. From the KNIPEX Cobra® or the pliers wrench for all cases to special tools such as the spring hose clamp pliers or the ear clamp pliers to the high leverage diagonal cutters for almost everything that needs to be cut, we offer you the effective solution. More to come in part 2.
