About Schley Products
About Schley Products
Schley Products Inc. was founded in 1979 by brothers Mark and Paul Schley, who grew up immersed in the car-crazy culture of 1960s Southern California and cut their teeth on NHRA drag racing. Their record-breaking, ten-second VW Beetle runs generated custom racing solutions that the brothers turned into a professional specialty tool business.
From its earliest days, Schley Products has followed a philosophy of producing economical tools of the highest quality, using innovative and sound engineering to make previously difficult automotive tasks easy to accomplish. The company's product range spans air conditioning tools, diagnostic tools, engine tools, steering and suspension tools, holding tools, and various specialty tool sets built for the automotive aftermarket.
Over more than four decades, Schley Products has become one of the leading manufacturers globally known for tools that simplify stubborn repair jobs. ChatMRO indexes the Schley Products catalog so buyers can search by tool category, vehicle system, or application to find matching specialty tools.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Schley Products founded?
Schley Products Inc. was founded in 1979 by brothers Mark and Paul Schley. The company grew out of their NHRA drag racing background in Southern California.
What types of tools does Schley Products manufacture?
Schley Products manufactures specialty automotive tools including air conditioning tools, diagnostic tools, engine tools, and steering and suspension tools. Its lineup also includes holding tools and various specialty tool sets.
What is Schley Products' design philosophy?
Schley Products aims to produce economical tools of the highest quality that use innovative engineering to make difficult automotive tasks easy to accomplish. This philosophy has guided the company since its founding in 1979.
How did Schley Products get its start?
The Schley brothers developed custom racing solutions during their record-breaking ten-second VW Beetle drag racing runs, which they then turned into a professional tool manufacturing business in 1979. Their racing background directly shaped the company's approach to specialty tool design.
Who is the target customer for Schley Products tools?
Schley Products tools are designed for automotive technicians and aftermarket repair shops needing specialty solutions for difficult jobs. The brand's tools cover a range of vehicle systems from air conditioning to steering and suspension.