Jacks: The Ups and Downs of Jacks
The famous actor/comedian Rodney Dangerfield was well known for his routine about respect. You couldn’t watch him for more than a few minutes before you heard his signature line: “I can’t get NO respect!” If we were to start assigning personalities to tools in the shop, jacks would definitely be the Rodney Dangerfield of the
Point of View: The Power of Price
Most tool and equipment surveys that I have seen always ask the question of the technician or shop owner, “How important is price when you consider a purchase?” Answers usually include other comparison points, like quality, availability, warranty, convenience, selection, service, made in USA and payment options. And the price factor usually comes after quality,
Shawn Gee, After Hours Auto
Shawn Gee, lead technician After Hours Auto Spartanburg, SC Mac Edge 3/8” Drive Sockets — Grip almost everything. Snap-on Swivel Head Ratchet — Gets used frequently. Cornwell Tools 1/4” Stubby Air Ratchet — Fits in lots of small spaces. Streamlight Stylus — Great for inspection work. Raytek Mini Temp — Lets me know when
Michael Hertel, Japanese Auto Clinic
Michael Hertel, owner Japanese Auto Clinic Greenwood, SC We specialize on Japanese nameplate vehicles and also work on domestic cars, with an emphasis on driveability concerns and repairs. Snap-on Vantage Graphing Digital Multimeter — One of the best base-level diagnostic tools that can help even a beginner technician become accurate and productive in diagnosing
Honda Tech Tip: Dealing with EGR Issues
Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) has been used for years to control combustion temperature to prevent spark knock as well as control NOx emissions. For the most part, these systems were trouble-free and required service only if you were dealing with a spark knock issue, or if the valve opened too early, resulting in a tip-in acceleration stumble, or the more common, bad idle quality caused by the valve not closing completely at idle.
Mitchell 1 and National Pronto Association Launch New Parts Ordering Partnership
Mitchell 1 announced recently the establishment of a marketing partnership with National Pronto Association as part of Mitchell 1’s ongoing effort to further extend its national network of connectivity to automotive parts suppliers. This network provides repair shop owners greater flexibility and increased efficiencies in ordering parts when they use Mitchell 1’s Manager and ManagerPlus shop management systems.
CLASSIC TUBE Introduces 1990-’96 Jeep Wrangler Brake Hose Upgrades
CLASSIC TUBE now has replacement stainless steel StopFlex braided hoses, or should you prefer durable rubber hose with steel ends (part #RH6129), available for the 1990-’96 Wranglers (non anti-lock brakes). Either way, they come with the correct end fittings and provide a direct fit, no hassle installation.
Rotary Gives Marine Veteran a Lift on ‘Extreme Makeover Home Edition’
Daniel Gilyeat of Kansas City is a U.S. Marine veteran who served two tours in Iraq and lost his left leg in combat. The single father of four was chosen to receive a complete home renovation from Emmy-award-winning television show "Extreme Makeover Home Edition" in November 2007.
DENSO Offers First Time Fit Oxygen Sensors
Designed with precision, manufactured to the strictest OE-level quality, and subjected to rigorous safety and performance tests – these are the core building tools behind DENSO’s First Time Fit Oxygen Sensors, a new line of heated and non-heated configurations guaranteed to fit right the first time, every time.
Vehicle ‘Software’ Updates Made Easy with Delphi’s Universal Reflash Tool
It’s not just enough to offer your customers ECM/PCM reflashes. You need the right tools to help identify and sell the service. With Delphi’s J2534 Universal Reflash tool – and its exclusive, upgraded reprogramming workbench – you’re about seven mouse clicks away from instantly updating ECMs/PCMs with the latest OEM calibrations. And, you can do it all wirelessly!