Thread Repair: Tapping Into the Basics
History has proven that there are indeed two certainties in life: death and taxes. But we are part of the lucky few who can add a third and fourth to this list: broken bolts and stripped threads.
The Issue of Torque
Your torque wrenches should be at the top of your list of valued and most used tools. If they are not, now is the time to reconsider.
Liquid Tools
Leak-stop additives are often a subject of debate among technicians. Knowing the speed at which technology changes, Managing Editor Eric Garbe contacted some industry experts to get the latest on these “tools” that come in a bottle.
All-Season A/C Service
A/C maintenance during the colder months can be a huge benefit for you and your customers.
Utilizing Service Manuals and Flow Charts
The key to a proper diagnosis is approaching it with a plan and the correct mindset.
The Toolbox: A Technician’s Office
Here’s a list of some of our favorite toolbox features that have helped make technicians successful over the years.
Top 5 Humble Mechanic Articles of 2018
As TechShop closes the year, the editorial team chose the most read Humble Mechanic articles from 2018.
Top 5 Stories of 2018
As we prepare for 2019, the editorial staff at TechShop identified the most read stories of 2018 to recap the year.
Automotive Welding: Understanding 3 Types of Welding
Understanding the basic principles of each type of welding helps define which process is best for your job.
Under Pressure: Airing Out Compressor Options
There are more and more compressors showing up on the market every day, giving us a lot to think about when it’s time to get one.
Electricity Explained: Circuit Protection and Control
Now that we know how electricity works and how to do some basic tests, let’s look at how electrical circuits are protected and controlled.
Advanced Storage Solutions
Efficient operation happens when you have efficient organization, and efficient organization is the result of efficient storage.
