Work Gloves from Worx Performance Gloves Offer Durability, Dexterity and Resistance to Solvents
Worx Performance Gloves Inc. offers a complete line of H.D. Latex, Nitrile and PVC Vinyl work gloves specifically developed for professionals who demand maximum durability, dexterity and resistance to many hazardous solvents found in today’s workplace.
Hunter’s PowerSlide Slip Plates Save Alignment Technicians Time and Effort
Hunter’s PowerSlide slip plate locking mechanism secures the rear wheel slip plates with the touch of a button. With PowerSlide slip plates, technicians no longer have to make extra trips around the vehicle or struggle to remove and replace lock pins during alignment procedures.
Technicians Can Troubleshoot Shorts in the Electrical System with Innovative Products of America’s #8005 Fuse Saver
Have you ever had a blown fuse and wished you had 30 new fuses so you could keep replacing the blown fuse until you found the short? Now, you can plug in the Fuse Saver’s fuse box adapter into the blown fuse socket and troubleshoot the short.
OTC Introduces Complete Line of Cam Tool Kits for the GM Vehicle Family
OTC, a business unit of SPX Corporation, is proud to introduce its new line of GM Cam Tool Kits used specifically for servicing timing belts, chains, head gaskets, or completing valvetrain repairs and even water pumps on GM vehicles.
Mohawk Lifts Introduces New Literature on the MP-18/MP-24 Mobile Column Lifts
Mohawk’s new detailed four-page flyers show lift users the features and benefits of Mohawk mobile column lifts. The MP Series is ideal for just about any job – strong enough to raise 18,000 lbs per column. The columns are easy to move and you have ability to add up to eight columns – almost nothing is above your lifting capabilities.
Mohawk Lifts Introduces New Literature on the LMF-12 and TP-16 Lifts
Mohawk’s new detailed four-page flyers show lift users the features and benefits of Mohawk twin post lifts. The LMF-12 and the TP-16 are ideal for the smallest cars through medium-duty work trucks, Mohawk’s two post lifts require minimal shop space, leave tires hanging freely and give complete under-vehicle access.
RTI Technologies to Raise the Bar at 2007 AAPEX with the Introduction of Several New Products
RTI Technologies, Inc. has just announced the public unveiling of its SAE J2788 compliant air conditioning service machine will occur at the 2007 AAPEX show in Las Vegas at the end of October. RTI’s new machine, the RHS 980, will fully conform to the new SAE J2788 standard and has been designed with the service technician in mind.
Automatic Transmissions: From Mechanical to Electronic to Hybrid
A long time ago in a service bay, preventive maintenance for an automatic transmission was an oil change, band and throttle linkage adjustment. The 1960s saw the end of external band adjustments. In the 1970s, the drain plug went away and the pick up screen was replaced with a filter. In the 1980s, a turbo
2006 Ford Explorer Pointers
Photo 2). Another change for the 4.6L in 2006 is that it no longer uses a knock sensor. Both, the 4.0L and the 4.6L use a PCM-controlled heated PCV valve. The PCV valve on the 4.0L SOHC engine is located in the back of the left valve cover, mounted horizontally, and is well hidden from
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
Jeff Hume, John Partipilo, Terry Kirschbaum and Jesse Hernandez CMJ Automotive Addison, IL We went through an extensive study of the tools we use most often and the ones we just like a lot. Our list is in no particular order. Snap-on MODIS Scanner — Helps us diagnose vehicles faster and more efficiently. Huth Pipe
Permatex Spray ‘N’ Seal Leak Repair Seals in Minutes without Disassembly or Parts Removal
The new Permatex Spray ‘N’ Seal Leak Repair is specifically designed to seal low-pressure leaks in minutes without the need for disassembling or removing parts.
Diagnosing & Servicing Automatic Transmissions
To prevent having any service from being over sold or under sold, it is important to not only know that a particular service should be performed, but also why it should be performed. That knowledge can also help you spot when to recommend that service, and when not to. When speaking about transmission fluid, the