Hyundai: Drivetrain Noises & Wheel Bearing Replacement
One of the toughest challenges we face as import specialist techs is noise complaints. These aren’t necessarily difficult from the technical or nuts and bolts perspective as much as from the diagnostic process. The first challenge is to pin down the noise that has the customer concerned. We’ve all listened to our customers struggle with
Tech Feature: Cylinder Head Air-Flow Options
When you’re building a performance engine, there are many, many variables you must take into consideration when determining which processes and components are appropriate. Which piston, which type of oil system, which power adders are needed – all of these questions must be answered before you get the results you want. One question you shouldn’t have to answer, however, is ….
Fuel Pump Manufacturers Council Addresses Training and Education Issues
As the Fuel Pump Manufacturers Council (FPMC) strives to better provide professional technicians with the resources, tools and information to more effectively diagnose and service automotive fuel systems, we asked the latest incoming co-chairman of the council about their upcoming plans for the group ….
Innovative Products of America Offers Professional Bore Brush Set with Extentions
The Professional Bore Brush Set from Innovative Products of America (IPA) allows technicians to clean bushings, ports, tubes, holes, channels, sockets, brake guides and much more ….
Four Seasons Inc. Offers Portable Recovery/Recycling Unit
Four Seasons Inc. now offers a lightweight and portable recovery/recycling unit (part # 69509) that is perfect for small shops, agriculture, off-road, tractor and mobile service. The unit is only 24 lbs. and utilizes a new valve-less 1/3 HP oil-less compressor. It has an ….
Scott Morgan, Monro Muffler & Brake
Scott Morgan Monro Muffler & Brake #58 Kenmore, NY Snap-on IM6500 Impact Gun – "Quiet strength" Snap-on Long-Handle Ratchet – Great for oil changes. 3/4” Wrench – To get at the spark plugs on GM S10Es. Angled Air Grinder – Cleaning rims and patching tires. Mac Tools EM710 DVOM – For troubleshooting harnesses.
Tech Tip: School Bus Inspection and Maintenance
Now that school is out, school bus inspections and maintenance is taking place in preparation for the next session in the fall. Many school districts are outsourcing the maintenance of their buses. This could be your chance to increase your shop’s customer base. While the coach work (body) of buses is changing to incorporate features like air conditioning, the tires, wheels, brakes and suspension the have not change much in 20 years. The biggest changes are under the hood ….
The Wheels on the Bus Go Round and Round
Now that school is out, school bus inspections and maintenance is taking place in preparation for the next session in the fall. Many school districts are outsourcing the maintenance of their buses. This could be your chance to increase your shop’s customer base. While the coach work (body) of buses is changing to incorporate features
Oil Eater Cleaner Degreaser Helps Keep Shop Floors Looking Clean
The unique formula of Oil Eater Cleaner Degreaser provides a faster and easier way of keeping shop floors looking spick and span. Oil Eater quickly cuts through oil, grease, grime and dirt, encapsulating them into a solution that rinses off easily and leaves no residues ….
NAPA Expert Explains How to Save Money at the Pump
Now that summer is here, most experts expect gas prices to continue to rise. Without coupons or other discounts, Americans are finding it tougher to afford the gas they need for daily activities. However, replacing several common preventive maintenance products can help save drivers money well before they need to fill their ….