If your newest hobby includes working on old motorbikes or vehicles, it’s important to keep your garage stocked with commonly used products before you begin. The right products can be the difference between a well-restored car and a car that’s on the verge of falling apart. While each hobbyist will need different tools for different projects, there are many auto body tools that all auto enthusiasts should keep at the ready.
Below, we will go through the top products you should always have on hand. We supply each of these auto body tools at Central Alberta Paint & Supplies (CAPS), typically in a couple of brand options. We’ve listed some of our favourite brands next to each item, showing the listing price as well as the price we have here in our store. Take a look at the supplies we recommend you have in your garage.
Paint Guns
Good quality brand: SATA Spray Guns
List Price: $899 – 1813
Our Price: $719 – 1450
Overview:
Paint guns are a useful tool that will help the paint go on in smooth, even coats.
Mixing Cups
Good quality brand: 3M Disposable Mixing Cups
List Price: $211 – 362
Our Price: $169 – 290
Overview:
Typically used for paint mixing, these cups come with disposable lids with micron filters, liners and plugs. 3M mixing cups come in boxes of 25 or 50 disposable cups, lids and liners.
Sand Paper
Good quality brand: 3M Sand Paper
List Price: $53 – 339
Our Price: $43 – $271
Overview:
Coming in packs of up to 50, get quality 3M sandpaper in disc or sheet form. We carry all different levels of grit for every need.
Sanding Blocks
Good quality brand: Dura-Block Sanding Block Kit
List Price: $142 – 198
Our Price: $114 – 158
Overview:
Sold in kits of 6 or 7, these sanding block kits ensure that your garage is ready for any sanding need. From full size to standard, ⅓ block to round, the Dura-Block kit has it all.
Wax and Grease Remover
Good quality brand: Dupli-Colour Wax and Grease Remover
List Price: $37
Our Price: $30
Overview:
Make the most out of your efforts by ensuring the surface you are working with is free from wax and grease. Start your surface preparation right with wax and grease remover!
Masking Tape
Good quality brand: 3M Masking Tape
List Price: $20 – 422
Our Price: $16 – 337
Overview:
Buy in bulk or in single rolls at CAPS. We carry stock of tape of all different widths, including 1”, .39”, 2” and .5”. For a full list, come into one of our stores or look online.
Fillers
Good quality brand: Automotive Art Filler & Resin Putty
List Price: $41 – 85
Our Price:$33 – 68
Overview:
Make your surface as smooth as possible by filling the cracks and dents with quality filler. Grab multi-plas, multi-alu, or multi-soft filler at any of our stores today.
Sander
Good quality brand: Pro-Tek Orbital Sander
List Price: $299
Our Price: $239
Overview:
Sand an 8” surface easily with an orbital sander. Gone are the days of sanding by hand! Come see the Pro-Tek Orbital Sander in person at our stores in Edmonton, AB, and Red Deer, AB.
Everything You Need at CAPS
CAPS offers the best prices on quality materials for your auto projects. Come say hi at one of our brick-and-mortar locations, or send us a message to learn more.