Install Tools

Panel pullers, wire strippers, crimpers, step drill bits and the other hand tools for car electronics installs, from a first dash cam to a full day in the bay. Build a toolbox for your level or the job in front of you, or start with our picks. Flat $10 shipping in Canada, free on orders over $200.

Panel tools: plastic, nylon or steel

Plastic and nylon pry tools are far kinder to trim than a screwdriver, and they're the right first buy. Nylon is tougher than plastic and lasts longer. A 4140 steel panel puller is slim enough for gaps plastic can't get into and won't bend or break; work it gently on soft trim. Find the clips before you pull, and a door panel puller pops them without snapping them.

Strippers and cutters

The LY-731 strips 10 to 22 AWG and adjusts itself to the wire. The LY-108 does the same job for less, with a manual setting. For amp power cable, the LY-206 cutter takes copper or aluminum cable up to 4 gauge.

Crimpers

Match the crimper to the terminal. The IBFCRIMPER does ferrules from 23 to 7 gauge, the IBLUGT hydraulic crimper heavy ferrules from 8 to 0 gauge with 9 dies, and the hammer crimper 0, 2 and 4 gauge ring terminals.

Drilling and driving

A step drill bit cuts clean round holes in sheet metal and plastic in one bit, for switches and grommets. A skew driver turns screws you can't reach straight on; both of ours fit a cordless driver and are sold without warranty.

Programming tools

Remote starter and interface programming tools, like the Fortin FLASHLINK and iDatalink ADS-USB, are listed here too, and in Programming Tools with the systems they're for.

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How the toolbox builder works

  1. Pick your level or the jobFirst install, regular DIYer or pro bay; or stereo, amp, remote starter, sound deadening.
  2. Untick what you ownSwap in the alternatives and change quantities.
  3. Add the rest at onceEverything you kept goes in your cart in one tap.

Our picks to start with

The four we'd buy first. Prices are live.

First tool to buy

LY-TPS5 panel tool set

Five heavy-duty plastic pry and scraper tools for dash and door trim.

Use
Dash and door trim
Size
5 pieces
Made of
Heavy-duty plastic

Price $29.99

Installer favourite

4140 steel panel puller

A slim steel skin wedge that fits gaps plastic can't, and won't bend or break.

Use
Tight panel gaps
Size
Slim pulling tab
Made of
Heat-treated 4140 steel

Price $39.99

Wire stripper

LY-731 self-adjusting stripper

Strips wire in one squeeze and sets itself to the wire size.

Use
Stripping wire
Size
10 to 22 AWG
Made of
Hardened carbon steel cutter

Price $34.99

Cable cutter

LY-206 cable cutter

Clean cuts through amp power cable.

Use
Cutting cable
Size
Up to 4 gauge
Made of
Hardened steel

Price $19.99

Free tool

Toolbox builder

Pick your level or the job, and we'll list the tools we'd use, all from this store. Untick what you already own and add the rest to your cart in one go.

Build it by

By skill level

By job

First install

Enough for a dash cam, a USB port or a radio swap, without marking your trim.

In the toolbox

Add if you need it

Your toolbox

Flat $10 shipping in Canada, free on orders over $200.

Regular DIYer

Tools that save time and trim when you're doing installs every few months.

In the toolbox

Add if you need it

Your toolbox

Flat $10 shipping in Canada, free on orders over $200.

Pro bay

For installers doing this every day: reach, release, crimp and bend.

In the toolbox

Add if you need it

Your toolbox

Flat $10 shipping in Canada, free on orders over $200.

Car stereo

Get the factory radio out and the new one in without marking the dash.

In the toolbox

Add if you need it

Your toolbox

Flat $10 shipping in Canada, free on orders over $200.

Rather we did it? Car stereo installation at our Markham shop, from: Car Stereo Installation $150 CAD

Amplifier wiring

Cut and crimp heavy power cable cleanly.

In the toolbox

Add if you need it

Your toolbox

Flat $10 shipping in Canada, free on orders over $200.

Rather we did it? Amplifier installation at our Markham shop, from: One Channel Amplifier Installation $300 CAD

Remote starter

Hand tools for a remote starter install. Programming tools are on their own page.

In the toolbox

Add if you need it

Your toolbox

Flat $10 shipping in Canada, free on orders over $200.

Rather we did it? Remote starter installation at our Markham shop, from: Remote Starter Installation $280 CAD

Sound deadening

Press sound deadening mat down firmly so it bonds, and trim it cleanly.

In the toolbox

Your toolbox

Flat $10 shipping in Canada, free on orders over $200.

Prices and stock are live from the store. Not sure which tool you need? Text us at 647-439-4485

Every install tool

Panel tools, strippers, crimpers, drill bits, knives and programming tools. Filter by type, brand or price.

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  • Performance Tools PTW942 Hook & Pick Set | 6 Piece Set - Lockdown Security

    Performance Tools PTW942 Hook & Pick Set | 6 Piece Set

    $21.99 CAD
    $21.99 CAD
  • LY-2990063 Orange Handle Panel Puller / Upholstery Tool - Lockdown Security

    Door Panel Puller - Orange Handle Upholstery Tool - Lockdown

    $12.99 CAD
    $12.99 CAD
  • Steel Panel Puller | Steel Pry Toll 4140 | 4140 Panel Puller | 4140 Skin Wedge with Professional Installation and Fast Shipping by Connected Car Experts

    Steel Panel Puller | Steel Pry Toll 4140 | 4140 Panel Puller | 4140 Skin Wedge

    $39.99 CAD
    $39.99 CAD
  • LY-TPS5 Plastic Panel Puller and Scraper Set | 5 Piece Set - Lockdown Security

    LY-TPS5 Plastic Panel Puller and Scraper Set | 5 Piece Set

    $29.99 CAD
    $29.99 CAD
  • Install Bay LY-SSRLRL 2" Wide Polyurethane Roller - Lockdown Security

    Install Bay LY-SSRLRL 2" Wide Polyurethane Roller

    $19.99 CAD
    $19.99 CAD
  • Install Bay PZGGEL Anti-Corrosion Gel (For Electrical Connections) - Lockdown Security

    Install Bay PZGGEL Anti-Corrosion Gel (For Electrical Connections)

    $19.99 CAD
    $19.99 CAD
  • LY-IBHDCRIMP Heavy Gauge Hammer Style Crimp Tool - Lockdown Security

    LY-IBHDCRIMP Heavy Gauge Hammer Style Crimp Tool

    $44.99 CAD
    $44.99 CAD
  • LY-BRB100 Hand Press Brake - Lockdown Security
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    LY-BRB100 Hand Press Brake

    $79.99 CAD
    $79.99 CAD
  • LY-ATHWPP Nylon Wedge and Puller Tool Set | 4 Piece Set with professional installation, fast shipping, and connected car experts.

    LY-ATHWPP Nylon Wedge and Puller Tool Set | 4 Piece Set

    $36.99 CAD
    $36.99 CAD
  • LY-ATHMPP Nylon Panel Puller and Scraper Tool Set | 7 Piece Set - Lockdown Security

    LY-ATHMPP Nylon Panel Puller and Scraper Tool Set | 7 Piece Set

    $59.99 CAD
    $59.99 CAD
  • LY-ATHKNGL Plastic Panel Puller Set | 4 Piece Set - Lockdown Security

    LY-ATHKNGL Plastic Panel Puller Set | 4 Piece Set

    $39.99 CAD
    $39.99 CAD
  • LY-716136 Hook & Pick Set | 4 Piece Set - Lockdown Security

    LY-716136 Hook & Pick Set | 4 Piece Set

    $9.99 CAD
    $9.99 CAD
  • ShopWorx LY-2152 Radio Removal Tool Set | 52 Piece Set in a red case for professional installation and fast shipping. Connected Car Experts.

    ShopWorx LY-2152 Radio Removal Tool Set | 52 Piece Set

    $129.99 CAD
    $129.99 CAD
  • Install Bay LY-SSRLRS 1.25" Wide Polyurethane Roller - Lockdown Security

    Install Bay LY-SSRLRS 1.25" Wide Polyurethane Roller

    $19.99 CAD
    $19.99 CAD
  • Install Bay IBFCRIMPER Ferrule Crimping Tool - Lockdown Security

    Install Bay IBFCRIMPER Ferrule Crimping Tool

    $39.99 CAD
    $39.99 CAD
  • Install Bay IBLUGT Manual Hydraulic Ferrule Crimping Tool - Lockdown Security

    Install Bay IBLUGT Manual Hydraulic Ferrule Crimping Tool

    $129.99 CAD
    $129.99 CAD
  • Unibit-3 Multi-Step Drill Bit (#3 - 1/4" to 3/4") with professional installation, technical support, and fast shipping.

    Unibit-3 Multi-Step Drill Bit (#3 - 1/4" to 3/4")

    $59.99 CAD
    $59.99 CAD
  • Unitbit-1 Multi-Step Drill Bit (#1 - 1/8" to 1/2") with fast shipping and professional installation support.

    Unitbit-1 Multi-Step Drill Bit (#1 - 1/8" to 1/2")

    $69.99 CAD
    $69.99 CAD
  • SKEW-PRO Industrial Grade Skew Driver with 5 Driver Bits and red ergonomic handle, professional installation and fast shipping.

    SKEW-PRO Industrial Grade Skew Driver with 5 Driver Bits

    $69.99 CAD
    $69.99 CAD
  • SKEW-HD90 Heavy Duty Pro Skew Driver with metal construction, fast shipping, professional installation, connected car experts.

    SKEW-HD90 Heavy Duty Pro Skew Driver

    $99.99 CAD
    $99.99 CAD
  • LY-ATHSUNGL Ultra Nylon General Scraper Tool Set | 4 Piece Set - Lockdown Security

    LY-ATHSUNGL Ultra Nylon General Scraper Tool Set | 4 Piece Set

    $36.99 CAD
    $36.99 CAD
  • LY-518B Terminal Release Tool Set | 23 Piece Set - Lockdown Security

    ShopWorx LY-518B Terminal Release Tool Set | 23 Piece Set

    $199.99 CAD
    $199.99 CAD
  • Stainless Steel Cutter - Lockdown Security

    OLFA W2103 Stainless Steel Slide Lock Utility Knife | 9mm

    $19.99 CAD
    $19.99 CAD
  • LY-108 Adjustable Wire Strippers - Lockdown Security

    LY-108 Adjustable Wire Strippers

    $9.99 CAD
    $9.99 CAD
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Choosing install tools

Panel pullers, wire strippers, crimpers, step drill bits and the other hand tools for car electronics installs, from a first dash cam to a full day in the bay. Build a toolbox for your level or the job in front of you, or start with our picks. Flat $10 shipping in Canada, free on orders over $200.

Panel tools: plastic, nylon or steel

Plastic and nylon pry tools are far kinder to trim than a screwdriver, and they're the right first buy. Nylon is tougher than plastic and lasts longer. A 4140 steel panel puller is slim enough for gaps plastic can't get into and won't bend or break; work it gently on soft trim. Find the clips before you pull, and a door panel puller pops them without snapping them.

Strippers and cutters

The LY-731 strips 10 to 22 AWG and adjusts itself to the wire. The LY-108 does the same job for less, with a manual setting. For amp power cable, the LY-206 cutter takes copper or aluminum cable up to 4 gauge.

Crimpers

Match the crimper to the terminal. The IBFCRIMPER does ferrules from 23 to 7 gauge, the IBLUGT hydraulic crimper heavy ferrules from 8 to 0 gauge with 9 dies, and the hammer crimper 0, 2 and 4 gauge ring terminals.

Drilling and driving

A step drill bit cuts clean round holes in sheet metal and plastic in one bit, for switches and grommets. A skew driver turns screws you can't reach straight on; both of ours fit a cordless driver and are sold without warranty.

Programming tools

Remote starter and interface programming tools, like the Fortin FLASHLINK and iDatalink ADS-USB, are listed here too, and in Programming Tools with the systems they're for.

Good to know

Programming tools

Fortin FLASHLINK, iDatalink ADS-USB, Directed XKLOADER and DLOADER, the Compustar OP500 and Fortin's R-LINK key tools are also in Programming Tools, alongside the remote starters they're for.

Programming toolsRemote starters
Our advice

Supplies for the job

Tape, cable ties, fuse taps and relays are in Install Supplies, where the job kit builder lists what each job needs.

Install suppliesJob kit builder

Tool questions

What tools do I need for my first install?

A plastic panel tool set, a wire stripper, a hook and pick set and a sharp knife cover most first jobs, like a dash cam or a USB port. The toolbox builder lists them; untick what you already own.

Will panel tools mark my trim?

Plastic and nylon tools are far kinder to trim than a screwdriver. Work slowly, find the clips before you pull, and keep steel tools for gaps where plastic won't fit.

Which crimper do I need?

It depends on what you're crimping. Ferrules from 23 to 7 gauge: the IBFCRIMPER. Heavy ferrules from 8 to 0 gauge: the IBLUGT hydraulic crimper. 0, 2 and 4 gauge ring terminals: the hammer crimper. Our wire size matcher shows what fits each wire size.

Do you sell programming tools?

Yes. They're listed here and in Programming Tools, including the Fortin FLASHLINK, iDatalink ADS-USB and Compustar OP500.

Do the tools come with a warranty?

Check each product page. Our two skew drivers, the SKEW-PRO and SKEW-HD90, are sold without warranty.

Do you ship across Canada?

Yes. Shipping is a flat $10 on orders under $200, and free in Canada on orders over $200. We also ship to the US and worldwide; US orders may be charged duties at checkout.

Not sure which tool?

Tell us the job, and we'll tell you what we'd use.

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