Easier Way To Work Under The Hood

Easier Way To Work Under The Hood FARM SHOP Handy Hints 28-4-28 Jerry Bowlin has been working on engines most of his life, and he believes he has come up with one of the easiest ways ever to work under the hood of any vehicle. The Belle Plaine, Kan., man has a patent pending in Canada and the U.S. on his "Work-n-Rest" mechanics stool. "It gives you greater maneuverability while working under the hood of cars, SUVs, trucks, and forklifts, etc.," Bowlin explains. "It also works well for many welding or factory jobs." The height of the chest pad is adjustable from 38 to 60 in. high. The bottom step also adjusts in height 5 in. in either direction. When used from the side of a vehicle, the bottom legs straddle the tire. "I made six units myself and sold them all," says Bowlin. "There are a couple of other similar products on the market, but I haven't seen one that's built as well as mine and that can do everything mine can do." Bowlin says his product prevents strain to the chest, stomach and ribs û a common problem for mechanics and automotive hobbyists who spend a lot of time leaning over the sides of vehicles. "I built my first one 10 years ago and found that the other mechanics in my shop would wait in line to get to use it. It took me a long time to figure out I should put it on the market." The Work-n-Rest sells for $389 plus shipping. Bowlin is also interested in selling the marketing rights to his product. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Jerry Bowlin, 530 E. 7th Ave., Belle Plaine, Kan. 67013 (ph 620 488-3388, 316-262-6441 (work), cell 316 708-0010).

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