Consulting On Coilover Conversions
There are several ways to restore and upgrade a suspension. Engineers spend a lot of time tuning the springs and valving of the suspension to give an acceptable ride and handling characteristics to a broad audience.
Wheel Bearing Technology: Don’t Become Complacent
Wheel bearings are changing because the vehicles they are attached to and the brake rotors located on the other side are evolving. This has changed the designs and specifications for most bearings.
10 Alignment Tips To Help You See Past The Angles
Suspension angles are dynamic. As the body moves, the camber, caster and toe will change in the front and rear. OEMs tune these angles for the best tire wear and stability at a set ride height. If a spring is weak or missing a coil, the alignment angles will be off from these calculations.
Like It Or Not: Vehicle Manufacturers Have Your Data
Most newer model vehicles collect data and send it wirelessly to the vehicle manufacturer.
Nissan TPMS Diagnostics And Service
Over the last decade, the behavior of all Nissan TPMS systems has been very consistent on all models.
Viewpoint: Keep Politics Local
It might feel like the daily news cycle is on overload. Between impeachment argumentation, mass shootings and war in the Middle East, you might feel overwhelmed. But by getting swept up in national arguments, you could be missing the most important news that could have the greatest impact on you – the local news, said Andrew Markel, director of content.
FMSI, US Government Agencies Send Strong Message To Counterfeit Brake Importers
The Friction Material Standards Institute (FMSI) has been working with officials at the U.S. Customs, Border Patrol and Homeland Security to identify counterfeit brake products and companies who violate FMSI’s intellectual property rights ahead of the 2019 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX).
Toyota Tech Tip: ‘Check Brake System’ Displayed At Startup
An updated skid control ECU logic is now available to address this concern.
Dodge Tech Tip: Toe Adjustment With Welded Drag Link
This bulletin involves an updated procedure on how to adjust the toe on a vehicle after it has undergone the V06 recall (repair to the outboard steering linkage jam nut that could loosen allowing one end of the drag link to separate from the adjuster sleeve).
Nissan Tech Tip: Abnormal Noise From Front Engine Mount
A two-piece design front engine mount is currently being used for the vehicle applications listed in this Tech Tip. A single thunk noise may be heard during the first few accelerations of the day from this type of mount, and is considered normal operation.
GM Tech Tip: Squeaking Noise From The Vehicle Underbody
Some customers may comment that a squeaking noise can be heard from under the vehicle while driving at low speeds.
0W16 Versus 0W20 Oil
The big question among shops is how can four points on the viscosity rating change the performance and longevity of the engine? This is data that is difficult to come by, much less evaluate.
