Mitch’s World: Magic Beans. . .A Fairy Tale Adventure with Everyday Applications
What could I possibly have in common with Jack, as in the Jack of “Jack and the Beanstalk” fame? Not much, you would think. But, we actually have something very basic in common. We both planted something in the ground with almost no idea of what the result might be. Sure, Jack knew he had
TechTravel: A Speedweek Racing Diary
Jim Linder “Fuel Injector Guru” needs no introduction to the readers of Underhood Service. His reputation as a technical writer and as a provider of quality technical training and electronic fuel injection service extends industry-wide. By now, many of Linder’s fans know that his record attempt was rained out by the third day of qualifying
Diagnostic Solutions: Steering Gears
Keeping Your Customers’ Vehicles on The Straight & Narrow Modern automotive steering gears evolved from the quaint tiller-controlled steering systems used in the first automobiles to the hydraulically controlled systems now used in most import vehicles. Unfortunately, steering tillers that attached to axles with little or no steering geometry didn’t provide much steering feedback from
Rotary Lift Honored with Sears Partners in Progress Award
Rotary Lift was recently honored by Sears Holdings Corp., earning the retailer’s prestigious "Partners in Progress" award. Sears presents the award annually to suppliers "who have gone the extra mile" to support the company.
Hunter Introduces PowerSlide Alignment Lift Turnplate and Slippage Locking System
Hunter Engineering Co.’s PowerSlide alignment lift turnplate and slippage locking system secures plates with the touch of a button. Technicians no longer have to make multiple trips around the vehicle or struggle to remove and replace lock pins during alignment procedures.
Rotary Lift Three-Stage Arms Endorsed by Vehicle OEMs
Rotary Lift two-post surface lifts and SmartLift inground lifts with three-stage arms have recently been endorsed by a number of OE vehicle manufacturers, including GM, Honda, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen/Audi.
Precision is Key to Success
Precision Incorporated: The Facts Owners/Consultants: Mike and Chris Klinger Locations: Tucson, AZ Shop Stats: 4,000 square feet, 9 bays, 9 lifts Employees: 1 service manager, 1 parts manager, 2 service advisors, 6 technicians Recognition by Phoenix-based dealer Showcase Honda as its single largest purchaser of Honda genuine parts in the state of Arizona is a
Management: Loss Leader, Lost Cause?
It seems like there are always certain services that are routinely performed by repair facilities at a loss. Sure, they might generate enough revenue to pay for the direct expenses of doing the job, such as parts and technician labor, however, they often fail to make their needed contribution to the overhead expenses of owning the shop to begin with. It’s that failure to contribute to the bottom line profits that make the service a "loss" to the company.
Snap-on Keeps on Truckin’
In a daring test of strength, Snap-on Tools Company recently mounted a massive Peterbilt dump truck on six tool storage cabinets at Snap-on Tools headquarters in Kenosha, WI, to demonstrate the durability of its storage units.
Tech Tip: Lift Safety Question From Autocarepro:news Reader
Question: I am having a consistent problem with cables breaking on one of our lifts. I have replaced seven cables since this lift was purchased in 1997. The lift manufacturer has been contacted and they claim that this is normal wear. Can you give me any help or advise?