As a long time tech I run fluke and only fluke, yea 12,24 volts can be handled by most meters but when you start 36,48 or 80 volts the tool truck meters cook. Fluke 187, 88, 115 and on &on caterpillar makes some awesome spoon back probes that are the best in specially with detausch pins
The AES Wave kit rocks, once you buy one you'll wonder why you've tortured yourself using any of the other options. Coupled with a relay jumper kit the urge to take short cuts will diminish.
If I had to choose some electrical tools to go to battle with, it would be the AESwave kit, the Uactivate, tie between Escope-Snap On Vantage Pro- Uscope, and a test light. That's all you need to be successful in electrical diagnosis.
Thank you. The attachments are important, in my opinion you should only buy the silicone jacketed leads vs the PVC jacketed leads. The silicone is much more flexible in cold weather and last longer than the PVC. I buy the Fluke silicone leads. Just my 2 cents.
Ast labs leads and alligator clips are very good quality and priced very reasonably. Their gator clips are really comparable to snap on. Also the power probe lead works great if you file it down so it can screw in further. After that they've been working bad ass for me.
Awesome video have you made a video talking about Multimeters I am due for an upgrade and wondering what multimeters are good for the industry. Right now I have an older Snapon style but would like to upgrade it to something better!
Great video Mike as always and the set looks good. I have a number of test leads that I can change the tips, it makes it way easy than changing test leads. The thing I need to look into is a DVOM that has a larger display, the old eyes are not as good as they use to be. Mike the Snapon DVOM that you showed is that a good DVOM, just wondering?
I've got that same Snap-on DVOM. I've had no issues with it. The Bluetooth works well. Unfortunately Achilles heel of this Snap-on DVOM is that it takes lithium 9v battery which it eats them fairly quickly. Last I checked are around $30 each at Walmart. I've been using rechargeable lithium 9v battery still eats them pretty quick but I keep a 2nd one charged and ready.
I do not backprobe often, sometimes it ruins my verification process if it accidentally fixes the issue by bending a loose pin or knocking corrosion off. Many techs don't realize that you should be as non intrusive as possible. The Phils probe kicks the Pomonas ass and runs circles with it, I hope the dude is a rich man from that creation because they are worth every penny. Sometimes for the pomona the wire is too deep and you cant fully spin the needle in, other times the wire is so thin the needle pushes it away, and mainly the needle is so large you are absolutely forced to fix it. With the Phils you must fix the pierce, but it would not be the end of the world if you didn't because the wire sheath is so barely molested it closes back into itself because of the needles. Get the AESWave kit, that is the best $300 I've spent. I really don't know how I spent years without it.
The main feature with the snap on is the blue tooth option, can setup meter raise rack and view the meter on your phone(cool option test drive etc). The snap on meter is nine volt battery, and goes through them like crazy.
He was talking about sending power to something like a starter with DVOM test leads connected to the tip of the power probe. You need a minimum of 6 gauge cables to start a car. Are you suggesting it can be done with a test lead? A power probe connects directly to the car's battery. How thick are those cables compared to a dvom test lead?
Diagnostics is a no money loser. My advice....dont ever get involved with this aspect of auto repair. You will spend HOURS chasing nightmares for an hour or two.
As a long time tech I run fluke and only fluke, yea 12,24 volts can be handled by most meters but when you start 36,48 or 80 volts the tool truck meters cook. Fluke 187, 88, 115 and on &on caterpillar makes some awesome spoon back probes that are the best in specially with detausch pins
Your FRM set is very nice
The AES Wave kit rocks, once you buy one you'll wonder why you've tortured yourself using any of the other options. Coupled with a relay jumper kit the urge to take short cuts will diminish.
If I had to choose some electrical tools to go to battle with, it would be the AESwave kit, the Uactivate, tie between Escope-Snap On Vantage Pro- Uscope, and a test light. That's all you need to be successful in electrical diagnosis.
@@youutartur1104good to know! I'll keep this list in mind. I got the Uscope already at least!
Thank you. The attachments are important, in my opinion you should only buy the silicone jacketed leads vs the PVC jacketed leads. The silicone is much more flexible in cold weather and last longer than the PVC. I buy the Fluke silicone leads. Just my 2 cents.
This is a very important video! I've been burnt by bad leads one time. I started carrying a second meter after this.
AESwave is my go to for all my meter and scope accessories.
I have a few from Pico as well, but mostly purchased from AESwave.
I bought the Phil’s Probes from AES wave that scanner Danner Recommends. I Really like them
Ast labs leads and alligator clips are very good quality and priced very reasonably. Their gator clips are really comparable to snap on. Also the power probe lead works great if you file it down so it can screw in further. After that they've been working bad ass for me.
Loving the new FRM HQ.
The snap on set is nice, a little pricey but still good
Could you make a video on writing a good resume for technicians and mechanics?
Awesome video have you made a video talking about Multimeters I am due for an upgrade and wondering what multimeters are good for the industry. Right now I have an older Snapon style but would like to upgrade it to something better!
Nice content lately FRM
Hey FRM, what is the red sheeted material your background is made of? Thanks!
Looks kinda like wall control peg board.
Commenting on the video for the algorithm
Great video Mike as always and the set looks good. I have a number of test leads that I can change the tips, it makes it way easy than changing test leads. The thing I need to look into is a DVOM that has a larger display, the old eyes are not as good as they use to be. Mike the Snapon DVOM that you showed is that a good DVOM, just wondering?
I've got that same Snap-on DVOM. I've had no issues with it. The Bluetooth works well. Unfortunately Achilles heel of this Snap-on DVOM is that it takes lithium 9v battery which it eats them fairly quickly. Last I checked are around $30 each at Walmart. I've been using rechargeable lithium 9v battery still eats them pretty quick but I keep a 2nd one charged and ready.
@@itsatoolthing6323 Great I will keep that in mind. I think I am going to pull the trigger and get one. Thank you for the Info.
Guy talks at a PC room: Mike
Guy holds a tool: FRM
I do not backprobe often, sometimes it ruins my verification process if it accidentally fixes the issue by bending a loose pin or knocking corrosion off. Many techs don't realize that you should be as non intrusive as possible. The Phils probe kicks the Pomonas ass and runs circles with it, I hope the dude is a rich man from that creation because they are worth every penny. Sometimes for the pomona the wire is too deep and you cant fully spin the needle in, other times the wire is so thin the needle pushes it away, and mainly the needle is so large you are absolutely forced to fix it. With the Phils you must fix the pierce, but it would not be the end of the world if you didn't because the wire sheath is so barely molested it closes back into itself because of the needles.
Get the AESWave kit, that is the best $300 I've spent. I really don't know how I spent years without it.
How comparable is the Snap On DVOM vs the Fluke?
The main feature with the snap on is the blue tooth option, can setup meter raise rack and view the meter on your phone(cool option test drive etc). The snap on meter is nine volt battery, and goes through them like crazy.
Very amateurish he said don't put a lot of voltage through the Power Probe lead he meant amperage he needs to read Dan Sullivan's book
What needs to happen here is you need to lighten up.
He was talking about sending power to something like a starter with DVOM test leads connected to the tip of the power probe. You need a minimum of 6 gauge cables to start a car. Are you suggesting it can be done with a test lead? A power probe connects directly to the car's battery. How thick are those cables compared to a dvom test lead?
Says the engineer to the tech that actually fixes the vehicle. 😮😊😅
@@AT-wl9yq you do not need 6-gauge wire to activate a starter solenoid you're thinking of the old Ford Bendix starters
@@Johnkb2059I just happen to be a Ford tech, so thanks for the conformation.
Diagnostics is a no money loser. My advice....dont ever get involved with this aspect of auto repair. You will spend HOURS chasing nightmares for an hour or two.
That’s what I do for a living
@@deerhunter8533 lose money hand over fist?