Thexton Trouble Tamer Tackles Frozen Nuts And Bolts
No more stress and strain, or rounding off nut and carriage bolt shoulders with a wrench. This 1/2″ drive tool uses vibrating air power to loosen the most stubborn nuts and bolts.
Resolve To Keep Your Online Marketing Resolutions
The 2014 year is well in gear, which makes it a great time to check to make sure you are keeping your word on your resolutions for your shop.
Centric Parts Adds 100,000 Square Feet Of Additional Warehouse Space
Centric Parts, a leading manufacturer and supplier of aftermarket brake components and systems under the Centric, Posi Quiet, C-TEK and StopTech labels among others, has announced the addition of 100,000 square feet of new warehouse and office space.
New Innovative Snap-on EVAP Smoke Machine
The new Snap-on EVAP Smoke Machine (EELD100A), featuring the innovative Diagnostic Smoke technology for EVAP testing and all other applications, is unlike anything on the market today, said the company.
Start Solving Transmission Electronic Control Problems
Troubleshooting an automatic transmission can be one of the most intimidating diagnostic procedures at a shop. The first reaction is typically, “We don’t do that type of work.” But there is profit in performing drivetrain diagnostics and “in-the-car” repairs.
Three Causes Of Transmission Complaints
The modern transmission is one of the most connected components on a vehicle. When using a scan tool to diagnosis a drivetrain problem, it’s often what is not displayed on the scan tool that will lead you to your final diagnosis. Read on for three of the common causes of transmission complaints.
ASE A1 Test Prep: Cylinder Heads and Gaskets
Passing the ASE A1 can be difficult. Do not go into this test with the notion that this is an exam for engine rebuilders. Many of the tasks in the A1 task list are required every day at a general repair shop for top-end engine repairs. Here are some tips.
Platinum prices, catalytic converter thefts on the rise?
Platinum miners in South Africa went on strike toward the end of January. This situation half a world away could have real impact on the price, sales and safety of catalytic converters. Also, read how some resourceful shops are marketing services to guard against the rise in catalytic converter thefts.
Air Filter Fuel Trim Diagnostics
The modern engine measures two things extremely well, the amount of air going into the combustion chamber with the mass airflow sensor (MAF), and the byproducts that are generated by the combustion event with the oxygen sensor. These measurements allow the engine’s computer to put the right amount of fuel and spark into the cylinder to give the most efficient and cleanest combustion event.
AVI Presenting Free Webinars
Automotive Video Innovations will host two free webinars Feb. 7. One webinar will focus on TPMS and the other will discuss battery, starter and alternator diagnostics.
ACDelco ‘Powers Up’ For First 2014 Sales Promotion
Every technician knows it takes the right tools to get the job done. For its first promotion of 2014, ACDelco is offering two of its most popular licensed power tools for qualified parts purchases.
Equipment and Tool Institute Launches Important Collision Repair Market Research Study
ETI is surveying collsion repair facilities in an effort to find out more about their familiarity with and use of different types of collision repair equipment for different vehicles. ETI will use this research to help the collision repair equipment manufacturers provide you and your shop with better products.