Torque-To-Yield Suspension Components
What do some ball joints, tie rods and suspension components have in common with engines? The answer is Torque-to-Yield (TTY) fasteners. These bolts and studs that stretch are becoming more common on vehicles not just under the hood, but under the car.
ACDelco Professional Window Regulator Line Reaches 971
With the release of 27 brand-new part numbers covering 30.7 million vehicles, the ACDelco Professional line of window regulators and motors has grown to 971 part numbers.
Is TPMS a Headache or an Opportunity?
A decade after the TREAD Act and almost four years into mandatory TPMS on all passenger vehicles in the U.S., one can fairly ask: Is TPMS still a headache for the industry, or has it become a profit opportunity for shops? There are varying opinions, and ultimately the reader will have to decide.
Kobalt Ratchets Up a Notch with New, Improved Mechanics Tools Line
Kobalt has returned to its roots to redesign the tools that put Kobalt on the map in 1998. The new and improved Kobalt Mechanics Tools line launches in June in all Lowe’s stores nationwide and will boast improved quality and an additional 344 products to the mechanics tools line.
Alignment Specs: 1997-2004 Chevrolet Corvette
With different front and rear run-flat tire sizes, the 1997-2004 Corvette must be aligned every 20,000 miles or when the smallest amount of abnormal tire wear is present. If the customer does not have this service performed, even the slightest amount of extra toe, camber or caster can result in an expensive tire replacement bill.
Performing an alignment on a C5 Corvette is actually easier than on most vehicles because most of the adjustments are built into the vehicle. Also, you can adjust the ride height without replacing parts. But, you need to take care and be aware of what makes the Corvette different than most vehicles.
Editor’s Notes: Out From Behind Our Desks
Business travel in June took the TechShop team to Maryland for the TEDA show, and to Orlando, FL, for both the ISN Tool Dealer Expo and a media event for Ingersoll Rand (IR). When IR was developing its new Hammerhead Impactool, the company engineers and product managers got out from behind their desks and listened
Management: Jump Starting Your Repair Shop in 2010
It is no secret that 2009 was tough for a lot of repair shop owners.
However, 2010 is setting up to be a year of growth for many businesses and there is no reason yours cannot be a part of that.
Lowe’s Donates $400,000 Worth of Kobalt Tools to Automotive Service Technology Programs
As part of the Toolbox for Education Program, Lowe’s is donating about $1,000 worth of Kobalt tools to 400 Skills USA automotive service technology programs. The Pruden Center in Suffolk, VA, received a tool chest and several tool sets.
Top 5 Tools: Gary Balanza, Your Mechanic
Gary Balanza, owner Your Mechanic Fairfield, CA Snap-on MODIS Power Probe GearWrench Long Metric Box Wrenches Ingersoll Rand 1/2” Titanium Impact Mitchell OnDemand Repair Software
Top 5 Tools: Dan Radunz, Bow Tie Auto Repair
Dan Radunz Bow Tie Auto Repair Ocheyedan, IA Snap-on 3/8” and 1/2” Cordless Impacts Snap-on 1/4” Cordless Driver Snap-on 3/8” Drive Impact Swivel Sockets Snap-on MODIS — Great diagnostics. NAPA Auto Parts Work Lights All are reliable, fast and user friendly. Also like Snap-on torque wrench, tire changer and toolboxes.