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What's New In Spark Plugs
1/18/2012
Iridium has a higher melting temperature than platinum and is six times harder than platinum. more
Knowing When A DIYer Is In Over His Head
10/10/2011
A favorite pastime of mine is to hang out at the coffee pot end of the wholesale service counter and observe the comings and goings of my jobber store’s retail clientele. One minute it’s the high school kid attempting his first oil change; ... more
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Driveline Components
10/10/2011
● CONSTANT VELOCITY (CV) JOINTS — Used mostly in front-wheel drive (FWD) cars but also many four-wheel drive (4WD) and All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles that allow the operating angle of the joint to change without affecting the speed of the shaft... more
19th Annual Technical Forum: CV Halfshafts
8/10/2011
Is it easier to replace a worn constant velocity joint, or to replace the entire halfshaft? more
Gaskets From Different Eras Vary Quite A Bit From More Modern Vehicles
7/12/2011
When selling engine gaskets, the modern parts professional is often faced with a dizzying array of gasket technologies. The difference in gasket technologies among a ‘50s-model pickup truck, a ‘60s-vintage, high-compression muscle car and a... more
What’s Your Belts & Hoses IQ?
6/10/2011
Belts and hoses are common replacement parts that most part stores stock (at least the more popular SKUs). more
Technical Sales Skills: Seize Seasonal, Performance Opportunities For Wiper Sales
4/12/2011
Good wipers that wipe cleanly without streaking or skipping are absolutely essential for safe driving during wet weather. more
Let There Be Light
1/25/2011
An illuminating story on the evolution and latest developments in headlamp technology. more
The World of Fuel Pump Diagnosis
12/9/2011
It’s no secret to any parts professional that a very high percentage of in-tank electric fuel pumps returned for warranty aren’t truly defective. Unfortunately, many amateur and professional technicians assume that, because they can’... more
ASE P2: Time To 'Get The Lead Out'
10/10/2011
2011 is the final year for ASE paper-based testing. more
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Ignition System
10/10/2011
● SPARK PLUGS — Provide a source of ignition in each cylinder of a gasoline-powered engine. High voltage from an ignition coil passes down through the spark plug’s conductive core and jumps across an electrode gap at the end of the plug ... more
19th Annual Technical Forum: Belts & Hoses
8/10/2011
When do belts and hoses need to be replaced? more
Brake And Bearing Basics
7/12/2011
Bearings are the forgotten brake service item. more
How To Sell And Use Automotive Chemicals
6/10/2011
In the modern era of reduced vehicle maintenance requirements, it’s very easy to develop a complacent attitude toward selling automotive chemicals. But, in our current market, automotive chemicals have become far more than just “snake oil&#... more
The Changing Face of Auto Repair
2/23/2011
At this moment, we’re entering into our third year of our Great Recession. On the one hand, our economy is building up some steam. Currently, some independents have prospered as neighboring dealerships and other independents have closed their door... more
How Automotive Computers Work and How They Fail
1/25/2011
To many amateur mechanics, an automotive computer is a “black box” that mysteriously controls all of the engine functions. In reality, an automotive computer or powertrain control module (PCM) is an information processor that turns electrical inputs from system sensors into electrical outputs into system actuators. more
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