Organization: A Matter of Patience and Planning
As technicians, our efficiency is the most important aspect of our job, and our efficiency is a direct result of our organization.
Top 5 Tools: Brad Thiem, Thiem Automotive
The Top 5 Favorite Tools of Top Technicians
Tech Tip: Mercedes-Benz A/C Compressor Drive Belt Noise
If you receive customer reports in the affected vehicles listed below of noises at the refrigerant compressor, the cause could be a defective belt pulley or belt pulley bearing. The pulley and pulley bearing can be diagnosed and replaced with the compressor still installed in the vehicle by following the below procedures ….
Tiger Tool Offers Automotive Driveline Master Kit
The tools in the kit provide brute strength for disassembling even the most seized u-joints in minutes.
New Channellock E458 High Leverage Center Cutting Plier Features XLT Xtreme Leverage Technology
A precision-machined center-cut design maximizes the cutting power of this plier. It is made with high-carbon alloy steel, and the plier’s cutting edges are heat-treated.
The Humble Mechanic’s Top 5 Favorite Tools
I know you guys share your favorite tools in the Top 5 Tools column, so I thought it would be fitting to kick things off by sharing with you my Top 5 Favorite shop tools. And I snuck an extra one in there, so it’s really more like six.
Mayhew Unveils New Line Of Plated Pry Bars
Specifically designed for use during vehicle assembly, disassembly and adjustment operations, these bars pry, position, lift and align, especially in confined areas. Mayhew’s pliers allow users to change the cable with literally a snap. If necessary, cable replacement is made easy.
TPMS: Weighing The Options
The topic of TPMS continues to be an often asked about one. This article delves into the background on some popular sensors, servicing them and the tools that make the job a lot easier.
Dan Freeman, Industry Veteran of 50 Years, Takes a Look Back & A Look Ahead
A Cleveland, OH, native, Dan’s career began in 1964 working with his father who was in the wholesale/retail tire business, leasing space in a large discount store and selling passenger and truck tires. Fast-forward 50 years, and Dan, who’s been at the helm of Automotive Parts Associates (APA) for 25 years, looks back on his storied and successful career, and looks forward to giving back to the industry in his well-deserved retirement that begins later this month.
Maintaining Your Balance: Engine Building Tips To Reduce NVH And Increase Life
Nobody would argue with the fact that engine balancing is right up there with “blueprinting” an engine. The goal is to equalize the reciprocating and rotating forces inside the engine so it will run smoother, last longer and achieve its maximum power potential. Although balancing would seem to be most important for high revving performance engines, it can also provide benefits for relatively stock engines, as well as low revving heavy-duty diesel engines.