Ed Anwar, Boulevard Checkered Flag Auto
Ed Anwar, owner and technician Boulevard Checkered Flag Auto Lacey, WA Snap-on MicroVAT — Quick easy starting/charging tester. Snap-on Vantage PRO — DVOM that is smart. Tech II Scan Tool — For GM, there is nothing better. NGS Tester — For Ford, there is nothing better. Sun 500E Engine Analyzer — It may no
David A. Holt, Holt’s Garage
David A. Holt Holt’s Garage Lowell, FL Augers Air Compressors Cutting Torches Welders Body Working Tools
Pablo Trivisonno, Albert’s of Miami
Pablo Trivisonno, technician Albert’s of Miami Miami, FL Sunex Tools Master Brake Caliper Set Delphi Universal Reprogrammer OTC Genisys Scan Tool AUTOBOSS Scan Tool
Ford-Wheeling!, Rear-wheel-drive 4×4 operation
Let’s discuss the 4×4 operation on Ford truck platform vehicles. We’ll cover the operation of the parts on the various rear-wheel-drive 4×4 systems. When it comes to Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) and Manual Shift On the Fly (MSOF), much is the same except with MSOF, the driver has to manually push a gear
Tech Tip: Mercedes-Benz A/T Fluid Leaks at the Electrical Connector
A 2002 ML 500 with a 722.6 automatic transmission may leak oil in the area of the electric connection. Secondary concerns may be oil in the wiring harness. Perform the following procedure to resolve the problem. Clean the transmission in the affected area and replace the electrical connector and the related O-rings ….
News: SPX Acquires Chinese Diagnostic Tool and Equipment Maker
From aftermarketNews Staff & Wire Reports Shanghai, China — SPX Corp.’s Service Solutions business unit has completed its acquisition of AUTOBOSS Tech Inc., a Shenzhen, China-based manufacturer of diagnostic tools and equipment. “This investment further underscores our commitment to accelerate growth and expand our business in strategic markets, China in particular,” said David Wilson, president
Joseph F. Myers, Myers for Tires
Joseph F. Myers, owner Myers for Tires Gladwin, MI www.myersfortires.com In 1930, veterinarian Dr. Floyd Myers opened the doors of his first service station in downtown Gladwin, MI. He treated his animals next door and also served as mayor and Gladwin County sheriff. From the mid 1930s to 1978, Ralph Myers operated the automotive business,
Eugenio, Eugenio’s Ferrari Service
Eugenio, owner Eugenio’s Ferrari Service Glendora, CA We use the Redline Detection Smoke Pro (see photo below) primarily to check for EVAP leaks. Modern cars monitor for gas tank vapor leakage and frequently log DTC code P0442. In order to determine if it’s a leak needing repair, or simply the owner had left the gas
Eddie Alarcon, Daytona Toyota
Eddie Alarcon Daytona Toyota Daytona Beach, FL Innovative Products of America #7895 Standard Multi-Wrench — One wrench, eight sockets, no guessing. Snap-on #FX936A Locking Flex Head Ratchet — Good for when you need angles. Ingersoll Rand IR-231 Impact Wrench — Good, reliable power. GearWrench X-Beam Ratcheting Wrench — More hand contact for leverage. Wrenchware
Keith Barbara, Forbes Field Garage
Keith Barbara Forbes Field Garage Pittsburgh, PA Snap-on 1/4” Air Ratchet — Good for tight spots. Snap-on MODIS — Diagnostic time saver. Snap-on 3/8” Fine Tooth Long Handle Ratchet Rotary Lift — No working on the floor in bad weather. Snap-on Ball Joint Press
Michael Papadopoulos, Mike’s Imported Car Clinic
Michael Papadopoulos, president Mike’s Imported Car Clinic Naperville, IL Tracerline — Ease of detection of old leak. Vacula — Makes bleeding easy and effortless. OTC Code and Reset Retriever GearWrench Tools — Turning precision. Snap-on Air Wrench — Good torque and easy on your hands.
Joe Free, Freddie’s Transmissions
Joe Free, manager Freddie’s Transmissions Dallas, TX www.fixeuro.com Hot Flush HF345S — Automatic flushing (cleaning) process for AT coolers and lines, removing all debris. Pro Ultrasonic — Perfect removal of gaskets from AT valve bodies and residue-free cleaning of parts.