Top 5 Tools: Randy Chapin, Randy’s Automotive
Randy Chapin, owner Randy’s Automotive Colchester, VT Snap-on Ratchet Wrenches Mac Tools Code Reader for OBD II Mac Tools Clutch Fan Tool Snap-on Drop Light (Long Tube) Snap-on Battery Impact Wrench
Tech Tip: Proper Torque Wrench Use and Maintenance
A torque wrench is a precision instrument designed to apply a specific amount of force to a fastener. Whether tightening head bolts on an automobile engine, lugs for tire and rim installation or inspecting fastener tolerances on high-performance equipment, it is extremely important that proper care is used. Guidelines are typically provided noting acceptable torque ranges, the order in which specific fasteners are tightened and the number of times a fastener must be tightened and loosened to ensure uniform torque application. Failure to properly torque ….
Tech Tip: OBD II Engine Diagnostics
Anybody can plug a scan tool into a vehicle and read codes. But do they know what the codes mean, how to diagnose the fault or, most importantly, how to fix the vehicle? The problem with reading OBD II codes is that the code tells you only that a fault has occurred. It does not tell you why the fault occurred, what might be causing the problem, or what needs to be repaired or replaced ….
OBD II Engine Diagnostics: Not as Simple as it Seems
Anybody can plug a scan tool into a vehicle and read codes. But do they know what the codes mean, how to diagnose the fault or, most importantly, how to fix the vehicle? The problem with reading OBD II codes is that the code tells you only that a fault has occurred. It does not
Joel Steinberg, Jole’s Auto Services
Joel Steinberg, owner Jole’s Auto Services Kailua-Kona, HI Redline Detection Smoke Pro — Smoke Pro is the best smoke machine I’ve ever used. It’s easy to set up and I’ve found numerous uses. Just found an evaporate leak in a matter of minutes. Have used it for vacuum, exhaust and even oil leaks. I would
Shane Patterson, Aspen-3
Shane Patterson Aspen-3 Gunnison, UT Mac Tools Stubby Gear Wrenches Snap-on Line Wrenches — Quality. Snap-on OBD-II Diagnostic Scanner Snap-on Transmission Flush Matco Magnetic Parts Trays
W.C. Brach, Brach’s Service
W.C. Brach Brach’s Service Winfield, IL Matco 3/8” Ratchet Matco 1/2” Universal Sockets Snap-on 1/2” Impact Tool
Ed Anwar, Boulevard Checkered Flag Auto
Ed Anwar, owner and technician Boulevard Checkered Flag Auto Lacey, WA Snap-on MicroVAT — Quick easy starting/charging tester. Snap-on Vantage PRO — DVOM that is smart. Tech II Scan Tool — For GM, there is nothing better. NGS Tester — For Ford, there is nothing better. Sun 500E Engine Analyzer — It may no
Winners Announced in Raybestos Brand Ted Nugent Promotion
Five grand prize winners have been announced in the Raybestos brand "Ted Nugent Exotic Big Game Hunt" promotion. Launched in March 2008, this outdoor-themed campaign served as yet another way to reward loyal Raybestos brake customers for their steadfast reliance on the best brake products in the world ….
Mode $06 Diagnostic Update
Mode $06 has been around since the introduction of second-generation onboard diagnostic (OBD II) systems back in the mid-1990s. Essentially, Mode $06 is the raw test data the OBD II system uses to evaluate the operating status of various components in the engine management and emission control systems