New Products

Farm Journal, Jan 1, 2008 by Michelle Kowalski

En-Gauging Tool

Keep an eye on your transmission fluid temperature--especially if you tow trailers or transport heavy loads. A temperature gauge can detect an engine that's overheating--often before a dashboard warning light comes on. Faze Gauge's fluid temperature gauge incorporates a 100[degrees]F to 180[degrees]F range on a 90[degrees] dial sweep. Each gauge is factory calibrated and comes with brackets and nuts, sending units, EL power supply with mounting pad and metric adapters. Professional installation is recommended. Contact: Actron, 15825 Industrial Parkway, Cleveland OH 44135; (800) 228- 7667; www.fazegauge.com.

Glove Assortment

Mechanix Wear offers a line of work gloves for a number of applications.

The Mechanix Wear Original Glove is an all-purpose glove with a thermal plastic rubber hook and loop cuff closure and Lycra panels between fingers. The glove has a synthetic leather palm, index, middle and ring fingertips.

The Mechanix Wear Glove Light has a bright LED. The system uses easily replaceable batteries and features a seven-minute automatic shut off. The Glove Light has padded, lined Spandex knuckle and finger panels and a synthetic leather palm.

The M-Pact Glove is designed for long use and features an anatomic, layered synthetic palm padded with EVA foam. It has thermal plastic rubber knuckle and finger ribs, Lycra finger panels, an ultra-sensitive fingertip pattern and a low-profile elastic cuff.

The Original Cold Weather Glove has full coverage 3M C-40 Thinsulate to keep hands warm and a wind-stopping Taslan outer shell. Contact: Mechanix Wear, 4950 Anza Dr., Valencia, CA 91355; (800) 222-4296; www.mechanix.com.

Welders' Knowledge

Hobart Brothers released the second in its educational series of technical welding posters called Welding Types and Positions. The poster illustrates five types of welds and 12 welding positions with easy-to-understand diagrams, descriptions and welding terms. The free posters are available in English and Spanish. For more information, call (888) 462-2789 or go to www.hobartbrothers.com.

Improved Raking System

The DARF AccuRake from Nikkel Iron Works enhances the DARF wheel rake. The system provides precise depth control of the rake tines regardless of the terrain, which keeps clods and stones out of the windrow and reduces dust. The attachment also reduces tooth wear. Contact: Nikkel Iron Works, P.O. Box 1597, Shafter, CA 93263; (661) 746-4904; www.nikkelironworks.com.

Filter Out the Gunk

The Mr. Funnel Fuel Filter from Harbor Freight filters out water, dirt and debris to protect against corrosion, rust and bacteria growth. Made of lightweight industrial-grade polypropylene, it separates contaminants with a nonstick, built-in, stainless-steel filter. It is self-cleaning and requires no maintenance. The funnel, available in four sizes, filters gas, diesel, two-cycle mixed gas, kerosene and heating oil. See dealer for pricing. Contact: Mr. Funnel, 3119 SW 42nd Ave., Palm City, FL 34990; www.mrfunnel.com.

More Tires to Offer

Firestone Agricultural Tire now offers an expanded line of traction tires for all-terrain vehicles. The Bridgestone Mud Hooks Xxtreme line, which includes five new sizes for the replacement market, feature aggressive, deep lug tread (rear 34/32" and front 30/ 32"). The patented Cut-Resistant Construction compounds improve durability, wear and load-carrying capacity and reduce rim slip. Other features include recessed lug for increased traction in muddy conditions, an innovative shoulder block design and strengthened 6 PR body construction. Visit your dealer for pricing. Contact: Firestone Agricultural Tire Division, 4600 N.W. 2nd Ave., Suite 100, Des Moines, IA 50313; (800) 435-4437; www.firestoneag.com.

Flip For It

The Flip Clip, a moveable storage and organization system, installs in seconds without tools. The clip uses an over-center latch mechanism and "teeth" to bite into studs, joints and rafters. Made of carbon steel and zinc-plated to resist corrosion, the clip holds up to 75 lb. Custom design your Flip Clip system at the company's Web site. Price: $4.64; accessory kits range from $5 to $25. Contact: Inspire Industries, 2219 Eagle Dr., Middleton, WI 53562; (608) 831-1224; www.flipclipstorage.com.

Pint-Sized Screwdriver

The Bit Dr. from LoggerHead Tools is a pocket-size screwdriver that measures only 4" when folded. The tool, which weighs 6 oz., features 21 driver heads, six angled driving positions, three length adjustments and a ratcheting function. It is the only screwdriver with a free-wheel that enables the user to start driving a screw with a thumb and forefinger motion. If more force is needed, the operator can simply add pressure to engage the ratcheting function, which reduces the repetitive arm movements required by traditional screwdrivers. Stowed inside the tool's cushioned handle are 10 patent-pending, double-sided Xtra-Bits that offer a range of driver heads, and the bit holder serves as a female hex. Price: $24.95. Contact: LoggerHead Tools, 208 S. LaSalle St., Suite 189, Chicago, IL 60604; (888) 564-4374; www.loggerheadtools.com.