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summary- A technicians toolbox gives great information on nessecary tools for Techs just entering the field. It goes over tools from all types of applications that will be needed, from hand tools, dent repairing, welding, and sanding. They also put the tools into practice and explain when and why you would need a certain tool, or why a certain tool would be good for a new tech.

Reflection- I chose this source because i thought it was a very informative source. It gave me very good knowledge on what tools are needed when coming into the field and when and why they are needed. I really liked how it touched every aspect of the field to ensure that you know and have the tools to do every fix on a car from start to finish. Overall this was just a very well put together and informative source on the topic i chose.

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See, R., http://ccautobody.net, A. R. S., & Author: (2025, February 20). A technician’s toolbox: The essential tools and techniques in an auto body repair shop. Colorado Coach Auto Body. https://ccautobody.net/a-technicians-toolbox-the-essential-tools-and-techniques-in-an-auto-body-repair-shop/ 

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5 essential tools you'll Need for a career in Body Repair 

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5 essential tools you'll Need for a career in Body Repair 

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Summary- 5 essential tools you'll need for a career in body repair is a very simple but solid source. It isn't very long but after reading you will have good information on good tools for body repair.

Reflection- This source is a very short sweet to the point source. I feel like it focusing mainly on the metal repair side of collision repair, but with that being said it still provides very good tools for new Techs. This source also does a very good job of explaining the tools, when and why they are used, and how they should be used in practice. There is also a section just explaining how important good tools are in the field, and how it's so important to know how to use the tools, these are things most new Techs don't think about.

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Kasalo, B. (2015, December 9). 5 Essential Tools You’ll Need for a Career in Auto Body Repair. Automotive Training Centre. https://www.autotrainingcentre.com/blog/5-essential-tools-career-auto-body-repair/

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Best tools to equip new technicians for entry-level work

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Best tools to equip new technicians for entry-level work

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Summary- Best tools to equip new technicians for entry-level work is a very informative and throuough source. They talk about pretty much every aspect of the field and the tools a new tech should have to conquer the work in these different areas.

Reflection- I thought that this was a great source, it very long with a lot of detail and information which is good for a new tech trying to learn the tools of the field. I also like how it hit on the tools needed for every possible job you could have, this source really provides knowledgable information and a lot of it. This source also gives a bit of insight on how the key when you are a new tech is to be versatile in what you can do and the tools that you should have. This is so important because to many times technicians get to focused on one thing or one type of tool when its important to branch out and be good at everything with any tool.

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summary- "What do i need in my toolbox" helps to answer the title by giving lots of information and scenarios and when and why you need a tool. This source helps really go in depth on how important tools are and why its important to know the tools, and have good quality tools.

Reflection- This source is a great one for learning a lot about the tools themselves and the practices they are used in. Not only does this source hit all the different fields in collision repair and the tools they require, but it gives scenarios and advice on when and how the needed tool should be used, this is very valuable information for techs just getting into the field. This source also makes it very clear that the quality of tools and the result of your work go hand in hand, with cheap tools it will be easier to get cheap work as the outcome. I found this source the best because it was very informative and i actually learned the tools i need and the time and place to use them.

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Essential Auto Mechanic Tools: Complete Tool List 

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Essential Auto Mechanic Tools: Complete Tool List 

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Summary- The article, "Essential Auto Mechanic tools:Complete tool list" helps break down the core tools every automotive tech should have. It splits the tools you need into 5 categories and lists the best options in each category.

Reflection- This article really showed how foundational the correct tools are for a technician to saftely and confidently do their work. As i reflected on each category the article told me about i can understand why the proper tools are essential for a good work flow and identity in the shop. This piece reinforced my idea that quality tools are a nessecity when coming into the workforce.

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Summary- The article,"The complete Mechanic Tool-list", outlines 59 of the most essential tools serious Techs should have. This article emphasized the importance of quality, professional tools to have a versatile, reliable, and efficient workspace.

Reflection- This article made me realize how every tool/group of tools is almost like building blocks and foundation for a techs confidence and capability. This piece showed me that a well rounded or high quality tool set isnt just about being efficient, but being ready for any scenario or situation. This showed that investing in the proper tools is an investment in yourself and how efficient, and capable you are.

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Summary- The Article, "Essential Auto-Body Tools", outlines key tools like hammers and dollies, sanders, and spray guns are what techs are going to always rely on in the field. This article also discusses the bigger shop equipment that you will see and have to know how to use, these are things like welding machines, the spray booths, and frame pullers/straighteners.

Reflection- This article made me see how hand in hand precision/creativity goes with the tools that you are using. This article made me see and realize how much craftsmanship goes into the trade and restoring the vehicles. This made me really appreciate the connection between your technical skill and the equipment that your using and how it defines collision repair.

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Body Repair Essentials: Tools and Equipment Every Garage Should Have

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Body Repair Essentials: Tools and Equipment Every Garage Should Have

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Summary- The Article,"Body Repair Essentials", discusses all types of the key tools, anything from hand tools, to sanders welders and dent pullers. This article that proper technique mixed with high quality tools is super important for restoring vehicles structural integrity and completeing high quality work.

Reflection- This article really emphasisses how every single tool effects the craftsmanship and quality of the repair work. This piece shows how techs are almost like artists in their crafts and how the tools they use are their utensils to create their artwork. This piece really just showed how important it is to understand your tools and how they can bring a damaged vehicle back to life.