Like most subtrades, cabinetmakers and kitchen installers have their own quirky set of specialty tools. I do a lot of kitchen remodeling, so I naturally take an interest in these tools. But I also do a lot of general remodeling. Because of this, I tend to look for cabinet tools that have other uses, as well as generalpurpose tools that are of particular value in kitchen remodels. Here are a few of my favorites. Heavy Lifters The Gil Lift (1605 North River, Independence, MO 54050; 816/833- 0611) and the Kab Jak (JCM Industries, 774 State Rd. 13, Suite 9, Jacksonville, FL 32259; 800/660-7371) are hand-powered forklifts that make it easy for a lone worker to move, lift, and
