Lisle Corporation Introduces Deep Hole Aluminum Head M14x1.25 Spark Plug Hole Repair Kit
The Deep Hole Aluminum Head M14x1.25 Spark Plug Hole Repair Kit from Lisle Corporation, p/n 65000, replaces stripped spark plug threads on aluminum heads with 14mm spark plugs. It installs a new spark plug thread insert in original thread location.
Can Blood and Guts Save Brake Repair? Changing Customer Fears of Losing Their Money to Losing a Limb
I was recently going through some 1950s issues of BRAKE & FRONT END and was amazed how “blood and guts” was leveraged to sell the motoring public and shops the virtues of brake system inspection and repair. Mangled cars, bicycles lodged in grills and flaming visuals of vehicles that could not stop in time were the norm. It was in stark contrast with the advertising of today pushing economy, durability and quiet performance.
Mitch Schneider: If Vehicle Repair Customers Only Knew…
What would you do if a company you trusted, a company reputed to be “Best in Class,” seemed to go out of their way to profoundly disappoint you? What would you do if they appeared totally disinterested, if not incapable of delivering on their promises of quality and service? What would you do if it turned out their QC Department were more concerned about Quantity Control than Quality Control? Do you think you might lose your temper?
When Parts Collide: Volkswagen and Audi Engine Repairs
In the early 1970s, VW/Audi designed a small, efficient and reliable engine that was easy to work on and made use of the then fairly new technology of a rubber timing belt without the possibility of damage if it failed. This two-valve-per-cylinder engine produced excellent power and economy, and really set the standard that many other manufacturers couldn’t match.
Internal Engine Repairs: Uncovering the Culprits That Cause Head Gaskets To Fail
The first symptoms of a failing head gasket are usually a slow loss of coolant with no visible leaks, engine overheating and/or a check engine light with cylinder misfire codes. Uncover the culprits and prevent comebacks by following repair procedures to the letter.
New Line Splice from AirSept Repairs Line Leaks in Five Minutes
Rub-through damage, pinhole leaks, and cross-threaded joints are no problem for the new Line Splice from AirSept. Now you can repair damaged lines without removing the entire line.
BMW Engine Repairs
Though six-cylinder, inline engines are not as popular today as they were just 25 years ago, their sound and layout still translates well into high performance, durability and smoothness. The six-cylinder M50 series was originally used in 5 series cars in the early 1990s, and is now the basis for the 3 and 5 series
Permatex Introduces Innovative Gel Squeeze Threadlocker
Permatex, Inc. has just expanded its innovative line of Gel Threadlockers with the addition of its new Permatex Threadlocker Gel in the Gel Squeeze Applicator. Gel Squeeze has a unique formula that allows technicians and DIYers to put the right amount of threadlocker material exactly where they want it.
Fix-A-Thred Offers Solution for Damaged Spark Plug Port Threads
Fix-A-Thred Plug-Saver Spark Plug Thread Repair Kits provide professional mechanics, engine rebuilders and do-it-yourselfers with an easy method for permanently repairing worn or stripped port threads for both taperseat and gasket plugs. The Plug-Saver is designed for reliable repair of both alloy and cast-iron heads, utilizing a mechanical locking system that ensures permanent installation.
Fix-A-Thred Product Line Offers Range of Solutions for Damaged Threads
Alcoa Fastening Systems’ broad line of Fix-A-Thred products provides both the professional mechanic and the do-it-yourselfer with easy-to-use repair solutions for stripped or damaged threads. Fix-A-Thred stainless steel helical wire inserts are available in sizes ranging from #8 to 1-1/2 in inch course and inch fine sizes, and from M3 to M24 in metric course and metric fine sizes.