Jamie’s Top 10 Products to Maintain Cars

Jamie’s Top 10 Products to Maintain Cars

Maintaining your car may seem more hassle than it's worth, but keeping your car performing at its best is one of the most cost effective ways to reduce those costly trips to the mechanic. We knew that we'd need an expert for this type of field, so we enlisted none other than Jamie FYD to help you purchase the right things for keeping your car in its best condition.

Read on to learn more about what tools and equipment is best suited to maintaining your car while easily being able to pick up any things you may not own easily through online ordering from Amazon and Halfords.

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Jamie Balmer
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  • Halfords
    Advanced 200 Pc Socket and Ratchet Spanner Set


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    This is the first thing every car enthusiast should have in their garage, with advanced chrome alloy steel tools for maximum durability and a lifetime guarantee, maintaining your car with these tools is a must. 

    They come in many different sizes depending on how many tools you would like. I personally have the largest version of the kit, just in case! I would also say having a smaller kit in the car is good for when you're out and about.
  • Huini
    Hydraulic Car Trolley


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    Just like the socket set, this is going to be something you will use time and time again so is a must. from changing wheels to servicing your car, having a trolly jack handy makes life so much easier. 

    I would say try and go for a big, low entry jack. For me, the low entry jacks are a must as most of my cars are quite low.
  • Noco
    Boost HD GB70 2000 Amp


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    If like me, you love old cars, having a set of jump leads in the boot of your car is a lifesaver when it comes to it. A long pair of these are always best just in case you're parked at a funny angle! 

    A very simple product that will get you out of a sticky situation when you need them. Having an old car is great, but knowing it will actually start every time is a bonus!
  • Kärcher
    K7 Premium Full Control Pressure Washer


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    Although maintaining your car mechanically is needed, keeping it clean is just as important! 

    You can get any different variants of a pressure washer, I have found that the Kärcher ones seem to be the best in regard to keeping your cars clean and them having a long life. Adding a few different heads to this product is also a massive bonus.
  • Stanley
    Essential 16" Toolbox With Metal latches


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    Another essential piece of kit for maintaining your car's tools is having a secure and lockable place to keep them. 

    Most toolboxes will have different sections for your tools, making it really easy to find what you need. I personally have a larger cabinet for my tools, but a simple smaller toolbox never goes a miss.
  • Jorest
    168 Pcs Car Fuse Assorted Kit


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    An often looked over must, having a few sets of spare fuses lying around to check if a problem is just fuse related is paramount. could save you a lot of headaches when finding problems. 

    Troubleshooting is always fun when working on cars, so if you can cut to the chase and work out that it's only a fuse that is blowing is a lifesaver! So having some of these spare in your car is always a good idea.
  • Bahco
    Axle Stands 3T


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    Safety is at the top of everyone's mind when working on a car, so have a good set of sturdy axel stands to put under your car while working on it is another indispensable investment. 

    Having a good set is key, although you can pick up these for relatively cheap, so having a set of these to help keep the car elevated and safe while your working on it, which is something that everyone needs.
  • Hausprofi
    Car Battery Charger


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    If you have a few cars, and you want to keep them healthy while you're not using them, having the car on a charge through a battery charger will help with starting the engine and aid in preserving the overall longevity of your battery when not using the car. 

    If you like to use multiple cars throughout the week, this battery charger will become your best friend as it will keep everything fully charged and ready to go whenever you want it to.
  • Haynes
    Car Electrical Systems Manual


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    Having a book to hand with everything you could need to repair your car is essential for maintaining your car. 

    I usually try and pick one of these up every time I buy a new car, which makes servicing and maintaining your new car easy. Additionally, they are fantastic at troubleshooting your car when you're replacing bits and pieces such as the suspension.
  • Coquimbo
    USB Rechargeable Work Light


    Jamie Balmer

    Lastly, a very overlooked must have when working on your car. In my opinion, having good lighting when you're under the bonnet, or even under the car, is something that is always disregarded, when it shouldn't be. 

    Having a good light that you can either put on your head or lay on the ground makes working on those harder to see places so much easier.

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