Choosing the Right Tools for Diesel Engine Service
Diesel engines are a popular alternative to gasoline engines because of their good fuel economy and torque. The main difference with working on diesels versus gasoline engines is that diesels have no ignition system. There are no spark plugs or ignition coils, but they do have glow plug start-up systems to help the fuel ignite when a cold engine is first cranked.
Tech Tip: Maximizing Ride Control, Steering Response and Handling
Any spring, whether it’s a leaf, torsion or coil spring, must compensate for irregularities in the road surface, maintain the suspension system at a predetermined height and support added weight without excessive sagging. As you’ll read, each of these functions is extremely important in providing comfort, precise handling and load-bearing capability in the modern import vehicle.
Schumacher Electric Offers Line of Pro-Series Jump Starters
These new commercial jump starters have DSR professional-grade, high-performance AGM batteries, a 3-amp internal automatic charger and a reverse hook-up alarm.
Four Versions of Storage Cabinet Introduced by Durham
A new storage cabinet available in four versions – empty, with all shelves, shelves and bins and all bins – has been introduced by The Durham Manufacturing Company. In all configurations the new cabinet offers 29 cubic feet more of storage space than conventional cabinets measuring 36 inches wide by 24 inches deep by 72 inches high.
Thrush Launches New Welded Muffler, Stainless Steel Glasspacks and Two New Systems
The Thrush brand, a popular choice among muscle car enthusiasts from the 1960s through today, announces the release of two new muffler series – Thrush Welded and the Stainless Steel Glasspacks – plus two complete Thrush Turbo exhaust systems for 1969 Camaros and 1964-72 El Caminos.
Rotor Runout: Cause and Correction
The vehicle owner may say that under light braking the vehicle pulses to a stop or under heavy braking the vehicle shudders. Technical service bulletins (TSBs) often describe these symptoms as a “judder.” There are only two causes for judder — lateral runout and disc thickness variation on the rotor’s friction surface. What could have
Diagnostic Solutions: Springs and Things
Maximizing Ride Control…Steering Response & Handling
Engine Performance
Smart Diagnostics Begin With Basic Checks and Solid Service Information
Diesel Engine Service, Tools & Equipment
Diesel engines are a popular alternative to gasoline engines because of their good fuel economy and torque. More than 55% of heavy-duty pickup trucks are now powered by diesel engines, as are 85% of Class 5 to 7 medium-duty trucks. The GM Duramax, Ford Powerstroke and Dodge Cummins Turbo Diesel engines represent the bulk of
Diagnostic Solutions: A Little Homework Goes a Long Way….
In Diagnosing Intermittent or Hard Starter Failures