News Update: Pennzoil Offers Active Cleansing Motor Oil
Pennzoil has embarked upon a new brand strategy that makes strong claims about the oil’s ability to help keep a vehicle’s engine clean, and a clean engine’s connection to the driver. The bold new brand initiative is built around the theme of “Feel the Clean.” This new focus on Pennzoil’s active cleansing agents highlights the
Jig-A-Loo Lubricant and Repellent
Jig-A-Loo, an invisible lubricant and water repellent, has hundreds of practical uses for cars, trucks or vans. Unlike other spray lubricants, Jig-A-Loo is silicone-based and goes on dry and doesn’t stain or smell. Lubricates doors, hood and trunk hinges, door locks and ….
Tech Tip: Controlling Cadillac CTS-V Rear Wheel Hop
Some 2004-2005 Cadillac CTS-V owners may comment on rear wheel hop or rear suspension bounce under full throttle acceleration. This condition is primarily confined to hard acceleration from a standstill with wide open throttle, though it may be possible to induce if the customer attempts a wide open throttle or "Power-Shift" from 1st to 2nd gear. In the rear of the CTS-V, a sub-frame is mounted to ….
Brake Caliper Diagnostics
The owner of a 2004 Malibu says that there is a squeaking noise coming from the right front wheel. A quick inspection shows that the master cylinder is low on fluid and the pads are down to the sensor. You tell the owner that she needs to have the brake pads replaced. She responds that
Mohawk Lifts Introduces the TR-19 and TR-25 Four Post Ramp Lifts
Mohawk Lifts’ Model TR-19 and TR-25 19,000- or 25,000-lb. Four Post Ramp Lifts allow complete under-vehicle access. The clear floor design allows technicians to freely roll their toolboxes and other shop equipment between the posts.
Delphi and Tomorrow’s Technician Magazine Bring the Vehicle Electronics Revolution to Tennessee School
Delphi Corp. and Babcox Publication’s Tomorrow’s Technician magazine are bringing the future of the automotive aftermarket to life for a class at the Tennessee Technology Center in Jackson, TN. Tomorrow’s Technician selected the class as the winner of the magazine’s monthly pop quiz, and Delphi awarded the class with $3,500 in tools and equipment.
BendPak/Ranger Introduces New Wireless Wheel Alignment System
Ranger Products recently introduced their new CRT380R 4-wheel wireless alignment system for domestic and import cars and trucks. Main features include 8-sensor CCD technology, Bluetooth data transfer and their highly refined ProSpec alignment software.
Technicians’ Top 5 Favorite Tools & Equipment
Ken Peavy, owner Peavy’s Garage Katy, TX www.peavys-garage.com Peavy’s Garage is a family-owned and operated shop, AAA approved since 1970. We also have Peavy’s Tire & Automotive in Houston. About five years ago, we discovered BG products and equipment, which increased our business by 30% and profits greatly. General service techs operate the equipment, which
Rotary Improves SmartLift Inground Lifts
Rotary Lift has improved its twin-post SmartLift inground lifts to offer technicians smoother working conditions and greater efficiency. SmartLift inground lifts are installed a quarter inch above the shop floor to help prevent water from infiltrating the lift housing. This installation had previously created a quarter inch bump that made it inconvenient for technicians to roll equipment, such as jacks or carts, over the lift.
Installers and Service Dealers Go Off-Roading in an ‘Extreme’ Weekend in San Diego and Mexico with NAPA CHASSIS
Jeff Adams’ weekend was Extreme to say the least. "For me, I think the best part of the weekend was the Baja off-road race in Mexico," he said. "Where else can you stand along side a dirt road and watch an off-road vehicle going 80 mph fly right in front of you with nobody bothering you? It’s something you can’t do in the States."