Makita Introduces 10.8V Lithium-Ion Compact Cordless Driver-Drill Kit and Impact Driver Kit
Makita U.S.A., Inc. has released its new 10.8V Lithium-Ion Compact Cordless Driver-Drill Kit (DF030DW) and Impact Driver Kit (TD090DW). They are also available in a two-piece combo kit (LCT203W), which also includes a ….
Tech Tip: Uncovering the Cause of a Burned Piston
My engine burned a piston. What does that mean and why did it happen? Answer: It means the piston failed due to excessive heat in the combustion chamber. A burned piston will typically have a melted appearance, or a hole burned completely through the top of the piston. Aluminum can only withstand so much heat, and when it gets too hot, it melts. The underlying cause is usually detonation and/or ….
Ingersoll Rand Introduces Vehicle Services Catalog
Ingersoll Rand has released a comprehensive vehicle services catalog, covering nearly every garage application with a variety of tools, including Ingersoll Rand Impactools and ratchets, IQv Series cordless tools, sockets, cutting tools, grinders, finishing tools, drills, screwdrivers and air hammers. The catalog also features ….
News: ISN Show Draws Record Crowd
Orlando, FL — The ISN 2008 Tool Dealer Expo was held in Orlando, FL, June 27 and 28 at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. The event attracted 190 suppliers, and nearly 700 tool and equipment distributors. Guests spent the two days visiting with manufacturers, learning about the latest and greatest new products to hit the market,
Getting a Fix on Piston Diagnosis and Inspection
Piston failures in late-model engines are relatively uncommon thanks to computerized engine controls that keep a close watch on the air/fuel mixture, and knock sensors that back off spark timing advance if detonation is detected. Pistons are also lasting longer because many engines now come factory-equipped with stronger hypereutectic alloy pistons that can withstand higher
Tech Tip: Noise and Vibration from Lexus ABS/TRC Actuator
Some customers with 2002 RX 300 models produced before VIN JTJHF10U420282430 may complain of an actuator noise and vibration originating in the engine compartment when taking off from a standing start up to about 3 mph. The noise would be similar to an ABS/TRC activation. The ABS/TRC indicator light does not illuminate during the incident and no ….
Nissan: Head Gasket Replacement Procedures
With the reliability that late-model cars and especially their engines enjoy, we don’t find ourselves doing too much heavy engine work anymore. Many of us miss the feeling of accomplishment we’d get when completing an in-house engine rebuild. I know I always enjoyed the moment when the fresh engine would light right off and run
German-Engineered Rodcraft Pneumatic Tool Brand Comes to U.S.
Following more than 30 years as one of the leading brands of vehicle service tools and workshop equipment in Europe, the Rodcraft brand is making its U.S. debut. The German-engineered pneumatic tools are now available in the U.S. exclusively through industry-leading online automotive tool and equipment retailer ToolTopia.com ….
Ingersoll Rand Offers a Perfect Blend of Power and Size
Available this summer, Ingersoll Rand will offer the 2115TiMAX – a new tool that is a re-engineered model of the pneumatic 3/8" 2115Ti Titanium Impactool. The new seven-vane motor and improved airflow delivers more than 300 ft.-lbs. of torque for best-in-class "power-to-weight" and "power-to-size." Meanwhile, the new professional ….
Loosen Rusted Bleeder Valves with Phoenix Systems’ BRAKE FREE
Phoenix Systems has responded to horror stories from customers in the "rust belt" states. Technicians spoke of simple brake jobs turning real expensive when rusted bleeder valves broke off when attempting to loosen them. In response, Phoenix Systems developed the BRAKE FREE tool. The BRAKE FREE plugs into a ….