Ultra-Light Composite Mini Impact Wrench Offered From SP Air
The SP-7146/SP-7146S tool provides a maximum torque of 440 ft.-lbs. with a twin hammer clutch and has an easy-access forward and reverse button. Its compact size allows it to efficiently reach tight, space-restricted areas. It has an overall length of 5-1/4″ with a weight of 2.14 lbs.
Induction Innovations’ MINI-DUCTOR 2 GO Can Go Where No Torch Has Gone Before!
Induction Innovations has re-engineered its flameless torch into the new MINI-DUCTOR 2 GO. Designed to be completely portable, it works with a standard 12-volt battery pack, even runs off a car battery. Leave the generator behind and can take the MINI-DUCTOR 2 GO anywhere you need it — out in the field, across the lot or even out in space!
TECH TIP: Mini: Erroneous “Service Due” Message For Brake Pad Thickness
The mathematical calculation made by the Condition Based Services Module (CBS) do not agree with the actual brake wear. The CBS uses inputs like vehicle speed, pedal pressure and rotor temperature to determine if the pads require replacement.
Viewpoint: Selling By The Numbers What Is The Minimum Wear Spec?
Everybody loves a number, especially when it comes to selling something. We often see it in the grocery store when something has 50 percent less sodium or is 25 percent larger. When it comes to brake pads, it can get you in trouble.
Dave Cooper Wins iPad Mini In ‘WIN With AVI PLAY’ Promotion
Thank you to all our readers who took part in the “WIN with AVI PLAY” promotion. The winner of the iPad Mini for his repair shop was Dave Cooper of Dave’s Auto Service in Cedar, MN.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Releases Self-Driving Vehicle Policy
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a new policy concerning vehicle automation, including its plans for research on related safety issues and recommendations for states related to the testing, licensing and regulation of “autonomous” or “self-driving” vehicles.
Determining When An Oxygen Sensor Needs Replaced
When diagnosing any oxygen sensor, remember that outside air entering the exhaust system from an exhaust leak will obviously reduce an oxygen sensor’s indicated voltage output. It’s also important to know that oxygen sensors can become rich or lean biased due to problems like sensor contamination and faulty sensor grounds. Remember that, regardless of how well it tests, a biased sensor will not produce a stoichiometric air/fuel ratio. So, if the sensor is questionable, it should be replaced.
Examining The Differences Between OE tires And Their ‘Exact Duplicate’ Replacements
It wasn’t too long ago that the general consensus was that the only reasons a carmaker chose a particular tire as OE was appearance and cost – it had to look good in the showroom and it had to be cheap. Even if that was true then, things are different today. As vehicles have evolved to become lighter, more fuel-efficient and more responsive, original equipment tires have changed, too. Tire weight and rolling resistance have been reduced and handling has improved.
Spectra Premium Announces Online Survey iPad Mini Winner
Spectra Premium recently held an online survey to inquire how customers perceived the Spectra Premium brand and the factors behind their decision making process. As an incentive to participate in the survey, Spectra drew an iPad Mini 16G amongst all respondents.
NHTSA Proposes Minimum Sound Requirements For Electric And Hybrid Vehicles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has proposed a rule for setting minimum sound requirements for electric and hybrid vehicles. This rule, also known as the “Quiet Cars” rule, was mandated by Congress under the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act of 2010.