Tech Tip: Being Able to “Read” Brake Components During Inspection is a Critical Skill
Read any good brake pads lately? Don’t make the mistake of replacing brake pads without reading the old pads to spot potential caliper problems that could cause brake problems down the road and a possible comeback.
Delphi Launches Three New Technologies to Help Land Rover Achieve the Highest Standards of Handling and Comfort
Three new technologies from Delphi Corp. are helping the new Range Rover Sport achieve levels of dynamic performance and comfort that are widely regarded as setting new standards for a high-performance SUV.
Rancho “Wanted” Promotion Awards Premiums for Qualifying
Consumers buying qualifying Rancho shocks and suspension systems for their trucks, Jeeps or SUVs, can receive up to a $150 “Reward” comeback certificate during the Rancho "Wanted" promotion this fall.
David Donohue and Jay Leno Team Set Speed Records in Porsche Carrera GT
History was both made and remembered over yhe Labor Day holiday when a Porsche Carrera GT production car driven by race driver David Donohue and NBC Television "The Tonight Show" host Jay Leno set a series of Grand American speed records at Talladega Superspeedway, where David’s father, Mark Donohue, set a similar series of records in a Porsche race car 30 years ago.
Rotor Debate: Replace, Discard or Machine?
More often than not, many rotors today are being replaced when the brakes are relined – and some motorists are complaining that new rotors aren’t really necessary. Unless a rotor is worn down too far to be safely resurfaced or has cracks, deep grooves, severe rusting, hard spots or other structural defects, resurfacing can usually
Alignment and Scan Tools
How can centering a steering wheel during an alignment cause a vehicle to turn a blind eye? In the past two years we have seen more vehicles on the market with stability management and adaptive cruise control. If a vehicle with one of these systems comes into your shop for alignment, be aware that any
4WD Clutch Replacement
Here in the upper part of the West Coast, four-wheeling is a very large part of outdoor recreation. Vehicles of all kinds are taken to the forests and mountains every weekend. There are miles and miles of off-road trails, and organized clubs are available for every make, model and size of 4WD vehicle. Toyota trucks
Brakes: Reading Pads & Calipers, Examining Old Pads Can Prevent Problems Down The Road
Read any good brake pads lately? Don’t make the mistake of replacing brake pads without reading the old pads to spot potential caliper problems that could cause brake problems down the road and a possible comeback. Here are six conditions to watch out for: UNEVEN PAD WEAR. A sure sign of caliper trouble. If the
Rancho RS9000X Shock Absorbers Make Movie Debut in Walt Disney’s ‘Herbie: Fully Loaded’
Yes, those are Rancho shock absorbers – 16 of them, in fact – mounted beneath the sinister monster truck that eventually succumbs to the trickery of a legendary 1963 Volkswagen Beetle in Walt Disney Studios’ new feature film, "Herbie: Fully Loaded." The film is a remake of the popular 1968 original, "The Love Bug."
Delphi’s Damping Control Technologies Help Smooth the Ride
Delphi Corporation’s high-performance, semi-active suspension control system, MagneRide, currently featured on six premium vehicles in the U.S., has been contracted for five new vehicle applications to be in production by 2007.