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jim0899
James Willenbrink
Florence, KY
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1978 MGB Chevrolet 327

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Start up user to user automotive tool rental web site
Posted by: jim0899
Date: December 21, 2010 03:21PM

This is a site that was started to provide low cost rental of specialty automotive tools. It seems that there isn't a big selection yet, but I like the idea. The link is below.

[www.automotivespecialtytool.net]


BlownMGB-V8
Jim Blackwood
9406 Gunpowder Rd., Florence, KY 41042
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Re: Start up user to user automotive tool rental web site
Posted by: BlownMGB-V8
Date: December 22, 2010 12:16AM

Not a bad idea Jim, do you know anyone who has used it? I've got a Moss Motors king pin bushing reamer which has been used exactly one time. I'll use it a couple more times at least but not great utilization of a $300 tool. On the other hand, before I ship it out I'd want some assurance that it'll come back in good condition.

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jim0899
James Willenbrink
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Re: Start up user to user automotive tool rental web site
Posted by: jim0899
Date: December 22, 2010 05:58PM

I think I read that a deposit is required and there is a process to recover damages if the tool comes back broken. I believe you also need to have a Pay Pal account. It might work well for smaller tools that are used infrequently.
They also have do it yourself videos that you can view.
I may try it out with something small like an inch lbs torque wrench or a Phoenix Systems reverse brake bleeder.
This site was featured at this years SEMA in Las Vegas.

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Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 12/22/2010 06:09PM by jim0899.
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TurboLS
Ramzi Vincent

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Re: Start up user to user automotive tool rental web site
Posted by: TurboLS
Date: August 25, 2011 12:40AM

Hey guys... I just happened to come across this thread while doing a google search. I am actually the owner of the site and am here to answer any questions you might have regarding how it works.

I saw above that you were wondering if anyone else has used the site before. I encourage you to read this thread on the BMW E46Fanatics site: [forum.e46fanatics.com]


coolhandluke
Ryan Conley

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Re: Start up user to user automotive tool rental web site
Posted by: coolhandluke
Date: August 25, 2011 08:04AM

I have used the site in the past to rent a bushing press tool. Zero issues. I love the idea and highly recommend it. There are several tools in my cabinet I could have avoided buying. I need to do an inventory and upload the more useful ones to the site to recoup some of my investment.


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