Some of the scientific measuring instruments you see in engine building articles might appear to be expensive, exotic implements far beyond the means of the average car crafter. And to the extent that ...

It’s very easy to assume that all dial indicators are accurate – but are they? Most dial indicators intended for automotive work are designed to measure 0.500-inch or one inch of linear travel with ...

The SafeGauge SafeTest Dial Indicator (DI) Series is designed to remotely measure clearances, tolerances and wear on machine components at safe distances, avoiding potential hazards during operations.

If you’ve ever had the good fortune — or, after a shop mishap, the misfortune — to see the insides of a dial indicator, you’ll know the workings of these shop essentials resemble nothing so much as ...

When the job at hand is measuring something with micron-range precision, thoughts generally turn to a tool with a Mitutoyo or Starrett nameplate. But with a clever design and a little electronics know ...