Tools and Equipment

Keep your operation prepared for any commercial truck air-supply situation with this professional Air Coupler Kit from AW Direct. Designed specifically for servicing commercial trucks and buses of all makes and models, this versatile 8-piece kit is a must-have for towing operators, mobile service technicians, and repair shops alike.

Each kit includes eight commonly required fittings, allowing you to quickly connect an external air source to a disabled vehicle for diagnostics, brake release, or pre-tow preparation. By accessing the air system directly through the fittings, you eliminate the time-consuming task of searching for onboard air tanks or hard-to-reach supply points.

The components are neatly organized in a durable storage case and paired with a complete parts list for fast identification and simple replacement of individual pieces.

Whether you're working roadside or in the shop, this kit ensures you have the right couplers on hand to service a wide range of commercial trucks efficiently and safely.

Coupler Kit Includes:


Compressor Fitting - #2501-10-6
Use this fitting when supplying air directly behind the air compressor of the disabled vehicle. This -10 JIC 90 degree elbow male fitting will connect to the hose or line behind the air compressor.

ProStar Fitting - #016264
This 90 degree elbow quick-connect fitting works well with the International ProStar truck models. It connects to the air supply line on the driver side, inside of the frame rail.

International Air Coupler Assembly - #ZAW-ACK-FASTER
This air coupler assembly connects to the flat-faced fitting of the air tank on some International 4300 and MV models along with some Ford F650/750 truck models.

PACCAR Air Coupler Assembly - #ZAW-ACK-DIXON
This air coupler assembly works well with most Kenworth and Peterbilt truck makes and models. It connects to the fitting located on the outside frame rail, near the driver side wheel well. It can sometimes be accessed without even opening the hood. Some trucks powered by a Cummins engine may have the fitting located directly behind the on-board truck compressor.

Air Dryer Connector Assembly - #ZAW-ACK-AD
This air connector assembly is designed for endless truck makes and models. Simply remove the OEM air compressor supply line from the air dryer and replace it with this connector - supplying air directly to the system.

1/2" Supply Line - #ZAW-ACK-AS
This 1/2" air supply line is a universal tool used with many different applications. It can be used for supplying air to the back side of the air dryer, supplying air to an air suspension bag or suspension leveling valve, releasing air brakes, applying service brakes, and much more.

134 Air Coupler Assembly - #ZAW-ACK-R134A
This air coupler assembly is commonly used when towing Freightliner, Mack or Volvo truck makes and models. The access fitting on most of these trucks is located directly behind the air compressor on the air supply line. Use this air coupler assembly to supply air directly to the disabled vehicle.

Zip's Volvo & Mack Air Fitting - #3200-04M12
This fitting is commonly used while towing Mack and Volvo Trucks.

• Substitute for TC-1002 which has been discontinued

Note: Special Handling Fees Apply

Complete most lockout calls with this 10-piece kit from Access Tools. Preferred by professionals, this contractor's kit is equipped with everything you need to open locked vehicle doors. The scratch-proof coating on the long-reach tools prevent unnecessary scrapes, and the heavy-duty carrying case protects and stores all of these lockout essentials.

• Standard One-Hand Door Jack Tool
• Air Wedge
• Wedgee Wedge w/ Strip Savers
• Quick Max
• Flex Max
• Button Master Tool
• Glassman Tool
• Slim Jim
• Wonder Shield
• Button Strip Tool
• Heavy-Duty Soft Carrying Case 

Kit Includes:

Standard One Hand Jack Tool - #ACT-OHJ
Wedgee Wedge w/ Strip Savers - #ACT-WEDGEE
Button Strip Tool - #ACT-BS
Quick Max Long Reach Tool - #ACT-QM
Flex Max Long Reach Tool - #ACT-FM
Glassman Tool - #ACT-GM2
Button Master Tool - #ACT-RCBM
Slim Jim - #ACT-SJ2
Air Wedge - #ACT-AW
Wonder Shield - #ACT-WS
Heavy Duty Soft Case - #ACT-SCLONG

Zip's snatch blocks with a swivel shackle and 30 inches of chain provide versatility for tow operators at a recovery scene. The combination chain, snatch block and grab hook help change the direction of the tow or gain an advantage over the disabled vehicle. See the drop-down menu for available sizes and working load limits.

The Button Master is a specialty long-reach tool that is specifically-designed for pulling up vertical buttons. Just loop around the vertical button and pull it up to open the car.

The GUNI Wheel Universal Vehicle Repositioning System is the go-to tool to provide temporary mobilization of cars, SUVs, pickups and also trailers. With its patented universal lug nut pattern design, the GUNI Wheel provides fitment for thousands of makes and models of vehicles.

The Super Air Jack from Access Tools is the industry's best. The bladder is made out of ballistic nylon, not rubber, which is important because rubber stretches and nylon doesn't. The air wedge is meant for smaller vehicles. A built-in stiffener further aids insertion by preventing the wedge from bending.

Zip's high-quality, low-cost snatch blocks are available in four rope sizes with working load limits up to 30,000 lbs. These blocks also feature a spring-loaded latch that adds a layer of safety to the recovery scene. See the drop-down menu for available sizes and working load limits.

Lodar replacement standard transmitter. Please call for custom faceplate options. All default faceplates on transmitters will be numbered. The 2 - 6 function remotes come standard with the AC9801 protective boot and lanyard.  

The Air Jack from Access Tools is the industry's best. The bladder is made out of ballistic nylon, not rubber, which is important because rubber stretches and nylon doesn't. The Air Wedge is meant for smaller vehicles. A built-in stiffener further aids insertion by preveting the wedge from bending.

This innovative skate design allows fluids and debris to fall through the slots to increase the skate's life and reduce damage to your rollback's bed. Wedge a skate under each wheel of a disabled vehicle so it slides without sticking or binding. A groove in the middle of each skate accommodates brake rotors for vehicles without wheels. Interlocking teeth allow skates to be snapped together for wide or flat tires.

ITI Control Arm Skate is designed for use on a disabled or wrecked vehicle with a missing wheel or lugnuts, a broken ball joint, control arm, axle or other suspension components. The top of this patented skate has a pocket for the ball-joint and cradles the a-frame of the suspension. The rounded ends of this skate allow for easy loading as it will navigate the approach lip of a bed or trailer.

This 12-count package of replacement long-reach tool tips is a must have item for any professional. Place a few back-up tips in your Store-N-Go handle and save the rest for future use. Fits most Access Tools Long-Reach Tools, including the most popular Quick Max.

Essential to heavy-duty tow operations, this 1/4" brass air fitting allows tow operators to tie into the existing air system of a Class 8 Volvo or Mack commercial truck to supply air to the brake system when the power unit is disabled and can no longer perform this function. Using air supplied by the rear of the tow truck, this application allows the tow operator to release the casualty's brakes and prepare it for towing. Simply install directly to the metric threads on the air tank of a Volvo or Mack tractor.

Make the time it takes to winch a wreck shorter with the All-Grip Snatch Blocks with a Chain and Grab Hook. With its 30” chain, this assembly offers an easy attachment point. Plus, it makes it easier to adjust the direction of the winch without having to adjust your truck.

Use this pry-style tool to create enough space to easily insert an Air Wedge without damaging the vehicle. Flip it over to use the traditional wedge-shaped handle. A rubber pivot provides leverage to create working room to insert the Air Wedge. After using this tool, you will never go back to a traditional wedge again.

Note: Special Handling Fees Apply

These skates make loading and unloading disabled vehicles easier with a groove in the middle to accommodate brake rotors or vehicles without wheels. Interlocking plastic skates cause vehicles to glide towards the pull, with or without wheels, whether loading or unloading a carrier or removing a car from a tight parking space.

Note: Special Handling Fees Apply

The Quick Max is our most popular long-reach tool featuring a pre-bent shape that makes it usable in most situations without any further modification. The Store-N-Go handle holds extra tips for the long-reach tool, and the scratch-proof coating protects the vehicle's finish when performing a lockout.

There is a quick instructional manual included or an online access code included with the kit that provides quick, expert training on the proper use of the included tools.

• Best seller
• 52" long
• Pre-bent at a precise location
• Scratch-proof coating
• Store-N-Go handle

This window wedge creates a 5/8" starting gap along the door frame and window of a vehicle, allowing easy access for door tools. Works with any style or brand of door tools.

Note: Special Handling Fees Apply

This lightweight Breakover Bar from In The Ditch was designed to work with a Speed Dolly and XD Dolly. It has a soft grip handle, and it is the lightest dolly bar on the market.

• Lightweight hollow tubing
• CNC-machined solid steel end
• Soft grip handle
• Length produces leverage

ITI Yellow Automotive Skates are ideal to use when moving, loading and unloading a locked, disabled or wrecked car or truck. These ITI Skates willdrastically reduce the moving resistance, eliminate tire damage and make your operator more efficient and safer. Simply wedge a skate under the tires of the vehicle and begin winching. In times when you are having difficulty wedging the skates beneath the tires or wheels, the large face and durable design of the ITI skate withstands being driven into place with a mallet. These lightweight skates perform well on most surfaces including gravel, asphalt and cement. Also, utilizing skates when loading vehicles will protect the deck of your bed or trailer from damage. A better customer service will be provided because the skates will minimize the scrapes and mars on the driveway or parking lot too!

This is an all-purpose rubber replacement tire for Dollies, Trailers, Hand Trucks & Carts. This is the tire only.

This is a replacement Dolly Pin Kit for the X-Series Dollies by In The Ditch. Requires 2 pins per side frame.

These Snatch Blocks have a Swivel Shackle attached to a chain. The chain also has a Grab Hook attached at the end of it. Use snatch blocks to change the direction or gain a mechanical advantage over the load being moved. B/A's snatch blocks all feature bronze bushings with grease fittings.

This is a replacement custom snap button for the Speed Dolly aluminum telescoping axles by In The Ditch. This button is made from stainless steel to help prevent against corrosion.

Note: Special Handling Fees Apply for Specific Items

These fluorescent pink door tools with glow-in-the-dark tips make nighttime lockouts easier to see. Snap-on loop and extender accessories available for extra leverage and reach.

The pros know that you don't mess around when it comes to brakes. FVP Brake Cleaner meets or exceeds OE quality with a price so competitive it will stop you in your tracks. FVP Non-Chlorinated Brake Part Cleaner removes oil, grease, brake fluid and containments quickly, with no residue.

ITI Automotive Skates are ideal to use when moving, loading and unloading a locked, disabled or wrecked car or truck. These ITI Skates will drastically reduce the moving resistance, eliminate tire damage and make your operator more efficient and safer. Simply wedge a skate under the tires of the vehicle and begin winching. In times when you are having difficulty wedging the skates beneath the tires or wheels, the large face and durable design of the ITI skate withstands being driven into place with a mallet. These lightweight skates perform well on most surfaces including gravel, asphalt and cement. Also, utilizing skates when loading vehicles will protect the deck of your bed or trailer from damage. A better customer service will be provided because the skates will minimize the scrapes and mars on the driveway or parking lot too!

Don't neglect worn or damaged safety ratchets on your Collins SLZ Hi-Speed Dolly Set. Replace them today with new assemblies from Zip's AW Direct. We supply zinc-plated replacement ratchets for the left or right side of your Collins dollies for 2006 and newer models. With spring-assisted lever action, the safety ratchets keep the dolly's pry bar in check in case it slips or if you lose your footing on loose gravel or on slippery surfaces. They also allow for greater mobility in tight spaces and give you peace of mind while towing down the road.

Note: Special Handling Fees Apply

The Essential Long Reach Kit includes all of the required tools for the majority of vehicle openings with the addition of the popular Button Master accessory and a Long Carrying Case to hold everything together. This new kit will be one of our most popular selling sets due to the quality and effectiveness that comes from such a well-constructed car opening tool set.

Replacement Options Available:

Access Tools 52" Quick Max Long Reach Tool - #ACT-QM



Access Tools 36" Button Master Long Reach Tool - #ACT-RCBM



Access Tools Standard One Hand Jack Tool - #ACT-OHJ



Access Tools Super Air Wedge - #ACT-SAW



Access Tools Heavy Duty Soft Case 30 in. - #ACT-SC1

In The Ditch now has Galvanized Steel Trash Cans. Made from galvanized steel, these trash cans are guaranteed to last for years. You can choose from a 6 gallon trash can or a 4 gallon trash can. Each of these sizes comes with a lid included. The 4 gallon trash can and lid can be used to replace miller part number 124002700.  

Prolong the life of and prevent maintenance issues on your In The Ditch Speed Dolly with this replacement 4 on 4" cast hub and bearing assembly. 1250-lb. capacity when assembled. This hub is for the SLX (Greaseable) style dollies. These are NOT interchangeable with the XL (Sealed Hub) dollies

Safely unlock any vehicle with this Long-Reach Tool, featuring a non-scratch coating for a longer life and a protective tip to prevent damage to vehicles.

In The Ditch's Locking Simple Mount is a great low cost way to hold your Speed Dollies and keep them safe. This mount is the same as the Simple Mounts but now they feature the new speed lock on them. This mount is made from steel and comes in a tuff coat black finish. Choose from the Standard or the XD Mounts. The Standard is made for 4.8 Tires and the XD is made for 5.70 tires. Sold as Each.

This is a complete aluminum hub assembly for a Collins Dolly by Collins Manufacturing. This is a 5-lug hub that is made in the USA. This kit includes all races, bearings, spindle nut, washer, cotter pin, grease seal, bolts and dust cover that you will need to complete your hub assembly.

ITI Yellow Control Arm Skate is designed for use on a disabled or wrecked vehicle with a missing wheel or lugnuts, a broken ball joint, control arm, axle or other suspension components. The top of this patented skate has a pocket for the ball-joint and cradles the a-frame of the suspension. The rounded ends of this skate allow for easy loading as it will navigate the approach lip of a bed or trailer.

This is a locking pin for the simple mounts for In The Ditch.

Note: Special Handling Fees Apply

Safely unlock any vehicle with this slim 54" Long-Reach Tools from AW Direct. This tool features a non-scratch coating for a longer life and a protective tip to prevent damage to vehicles. The original long reach tool provides the durability and functionality you are used to but for easier bending and manipulation of your lockout tool, the slim version is the ticket!

• Slim design - 0.23" in thickness
• Designed for all vehicles
• Protects against damage
• Non-scratch coating promotes durability

Towing a truck or bus often means pulling the drive axles. And a lack of oil can result in burnt bearings, scorched hubs and melted seals. These Axle Caps are equipped with an oil-access hole for adding oil to the hub prior to towing to prevent damage. 4-in-1 Axle Caps fit most 8-bolt tandem and large single axles - the most popular hub on the road.

This film quickly covers damaged vehicles for transport or storage to prevent additional damage from the elements. Works in hot and cold temperatures. Ideal for securing loose parts during transport. The tint makes it easier to see and any markings are more visible.

These BigEasy Door Tool Kits contain everything you need to unlock most vehicles. Glow-in-the-dark tip increases visibility in nigh time lockouts and in vehicles with tinted glass. BigEasy Door Tool Kits include:(1) 4-1/2'L Long Reach Tool with glow-in-the-dark tip(1) Window Wedge(1) Paint Protector(1) Lock Knob Plastic Strip Tool

Air Wedge provides easy access for the long-reach tool, which features glow-in-the-dark yellow so you can see at night or through tinted windows.

Locked out of your vehicle is no place to be. Get your customers out of an unfortunate situation with the Emergency Response Kit from Access Tools. The kit was designed by first responders and includes air wedges, long-reach tools and a heavy-duty carrying case.

Note: Special Handling Fees Apply

When responding to calls, the last thing we want is to spend a lot of time on the shoulder. The In The Ditch® Dollies and the new X-Series 4th Gen Axles are the perfect combination for reliable, durable, long lasting towing. And they keep getting better. The fourth generation of In The Ditch® Dolly Axles is the most advanced dolly axle in the world.

The new X-Series 4th Gen Axle is WIDER than ever. Not only is the Gen 4 Axle wider, but it is also now more CAPABLE at towing mid-sized SUVs and cars with wider stances than ever before. It maintains the same number of adjustment holes using a stainless-steel snap button. With new design changes, the gen 4 axle is more DURABLE to handle the rigors of towing. Our custom extruded aluminum tubing now features a stainless-steel rivet design. The new axle caps feature a more ergonomic design with a built-in handle, while maintaining the positive camber feature that's proven to help dolly tire and bearing longevity. With Almost 20 years of dolly manufacturing experience, you can rest assured you are getting the best axle on the planet.

• 88.75" total Width
• X-Series Design with 5 Adjustment Holes
• Stainless Steel Snap Button Axle Lock
• Positive Camber Axle Caps
• Optional T-Handle accessory for improved grip and also to hang Axles from our Axle Slide Tunnel Mount - Part #ITD-22092
• Custom Extruded Aluminum is lightweight and strong
• 2,000lb Capacity at Full Extension per Axle. 4,000lb Extended Capacity as a set
• ITD Endurance Powder Coated Axle Caps
• Fabricated Tire Plate is Designed to work perfect with our Speed Spacer
• Sold Individually
• DO NOT MIX AND MATCH WITH DIFFERENT GENERATIONS OF AXLES

AW Direct galvanized trash cans are available in 3 sizes: 4 Gallon, 6 Gallon, and 10 Gallon. These trash cans are constructed of galvanized steel and include the a galvanized lid.

GoJak Dollies are the solution to your automobile positioning problems. GoJaks operate on the principle of a quick action, bi-directional, double-pawl ratchet. Mechanical leverage applied to the foot pedal progressively "squeezes" the vehicle tire between the rollers until the tire lifts smoothly off the ground. The rollers touch only the tire and no contact is made with the vehicles frame or undercarriage. The low center of gravity after lifting helps make these dollies safe and stable in use. The pure mechanical design eliminates the need for electric power, compressed air, or slow hydraulics.

These Axle Forks from Miller Industries have a 2" wide opening. This new design features a shorter and tapered front lead fork to more easily get under a front axle eliminating the need for a double pick. It also has a tighter distance between the forks to grab the axle. The extra width reduces side-to-side movement and will fit most heavy steer axles.

Every heavy-duty tow operator should own a pair of these U-Bolt Lifting Attachments from AW Direct. This high-carbon steel attachment is designed for faster and easier rear hook-ups on medium- and heavy-duty trucks. The beveled receiver acts as a funnel to guide the U-bolt and nut from the spring saddle onto the fork. The extra height of 5" extender allows you to stay clear of air brake and air suspension parts. The shaft is three inches tall and has a diameter of 2". The diameter of the beveled guide on the attachment is 1-7/8".

This crash wrap from Global Film is a heavy duty 4 mil 3-layer CoEx film designed to provide surface and interior protection for a variety of outdoor automotive salvage and towing applications. Special poly-ethylene blend contains 25% metallocene to provide high resistance against puncture and tear. A UV additive offers outdoor protection for up to 60-days. Water based acrylic adhesive system provides instant tack even in demanding outdoor conditions and is safe to use. Simply press one end to the vehicle's surface to start seal/wrap until the area is covered. CW18100P and CW36100P include perforated tear lines every 24", so you only use what you need.

Replacement tire for In The Ditch's Speed Tow Dolly. Make sure to use steel valve stem and inflate tire to suggested PSI on sidewall to achieve maximum load rating capacity.

This is a replacement sealed hub bearing kit for the X-Series dollies by In The Ditch.

Utilizing the Low Pro Pocket Plug Container Skate from ITI makes loading or moving shipping containers slick and easy! This patented skate has a low-profile design achieving an overall lower height of the container when loaded on a trailer or a flatbed on a truck. Place the sea container skate beneath the corner of the container - fitting the raised plug nicely into the oblong pocket of the container. The skate's rounded ends eases the transition from the ground surface to the angle of a rollback carrier or trailer. The slick surface of the skate makes moving objects easy!

This is a steel flange bushing.

This is a replacement shoulder bolt assembly for the spindle assembly used on the Collins Dollies.

The Heavy Duty Button Master is a specialty long reach tool that is specifically designed for pulling up vertical buttons. This Button Master features a thicker internal wire that is less likely to kink and curl than the standard Button Master. It also features a more durable and heavy duty tube that is stronger while remaining flexible.

The 3"L grooved handle on this Handle Wedge provides leverage and a better gri p to help you maneuver the wedge. The slim design easi ly inserts between glass and window seal to create a 1/2" gap opening size.

Zip's Plastic Window Wedge works in tandem with Zip's Inflatable Air Wedge and most door tools. The tapered plastic design maintains the gap created by the air wedge between the window and door frame and clears the way for the insertion of most long-reach door tools.