The Bad Ideas Garage

Gear & Partners

Every product on this page has earned a spot in our driveway. No paid placements — just the stuff that's survived our builds.

Lighting

Sofirn SK30 Rechargeable Flashlight 10% Off

Flashlight

Sofirn SK30 Flashlight

The flashlight that lives in our toolbox. Rechargeable, stupid-bright, and tough enough to survive being dropped under a Miata. Use code STEPHENHODGES for 10% off.

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EDC / Wearable

Sofirn SE1 Wearable EDC Light

Quick-release design with RGB signal ring. The kind of light you actually keep on you. Full video review coming soon. Use code STEPHENHODGES for 10% off.

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Detailing

FantastiCLEAN Microfiber Towels Amazon Pick

Microfiber Towels

FantastiCLEAN Microfiber Towels

Dual-colored, scratch-free, and absorbent enough to handle a full detail session. We keep a stack of these in every project car. No excuses for swirl marks.

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Tools & Alignment

Gyraline DIY Wheel Alignment Tool 10% Off

DIY Alignment

Gyraline Alignment Tool

Skip the $150 alignment shop visit. Gyraline lets you dial in your own alignment at home. Use code below for 10% off.

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Education & STEM

Stirling Kit Mechanical STEM Toy 10% Off

STEM / Mechanical

Stirling Kit STEM Toy

A working mechanical engine kit that teaches how real engines work. Great for curious kids and adults. Use code below for 10% off.

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Tech & Dash Cams

FitcamX Dash Cam 8% Off

Dash Cam

FitcamX Dash Cam

We reviewed it — the good, the bad, and whether it’s worth the upgrade. Use our link for 8% off, no code needed.

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EV & Charging

EV Dance Home Charging Station Full Video Coming Soon

EV Charger

EV Dance Home Charging Station

Home EV charging done right. Full video coming soon — discount code will be posted here when the video drops.

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Interior & Protection

Coverado Custom Seat Covers 10% Off

Seat Covers

Coverado Custom Seat Covers

Custom-fit seat covers that actually look good. We've put these through their paces in the garage fleet. Use code STEPHENHODGES for 10% off.

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