Inspecting Brake Hydraulic Systems: Worn Components Take Their Toll on Advanced Suspension Technologies
During a service writer’s efforts to sell competitive brake services at the service desk, he or she often focuses on selling “good, better or best” brake friction replacements, while ignoring the added expense of repairing brake hydraulics. Did you know that neglected brake system hydraulics can cause an expensive warranty comeback?
Tech Feature: How the $99 Brake Job is Killing Your Shop
Ever since the first issue of BRAKE & FRONT END in 1931, the magazine has fought the fight against price point brake jobs and the inferior materials that are inevitably installed as part of the job. During this period in the Great Depression, you could get all four brakes relined for $19.99 (springs and hardware extra).
Air Compressors: Creating and Using Air Efficiently
Compressor technology is changing and many shop owners are finding out what large facilities and industrial manufacturers have known for years: There are significant benefits to using rotary screw technology. These compressors are more energy efficient, and provide an extremely reliable supply of clean, dry compressed air.
BMW Control Systems: DSCs, DTCs and DBCs Dial in ABS, Handling and Traction
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Z Sport, Part 2: Powering Subaru WRX Engine & Chassis Upgrades
A few months back, I highlighted a project car being built by Z Sport. The car is now back together and running. Charles Damewood, the car’s owner and a principle at Z Sport, has been driving the car to break in the engine, and get an idea of what needs to be sorted out as far as engine management before doing a full on dynamometer test. As soon as fuel mapping and software issues are resolved, we will get full performance testing data and publish a follow up.
Brake Service Tools & Equipment
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UView Acquires MotorVac Technologies
The two companies have similar operational processes and share many of the same customers that will provide various synergies and increased efficiency.
UView Acquires MotorVac Technologies
The two companies have similar operational processes and share many of the same customers that will provide various synergies and increased efficiency.
Tech Feature: Wheel Bearing Service on Hybrid Vehicles
Most hybrid vehicles on the market today share wheel bearing components with their non-hybrid counterparts. There is no need to turn away these vehicles for wheel bearing replacement. As these vehicles increase in age, failures of the wheel bearings are inevitable. The main trend for some makes of hybrids, such as Toyota, is a shift to wheel bearing hub units from cartridge-type bearings.
Choosing the Right Tools for Servicing Cooling Systems
Automobile cooling systems are complex systems that are getting tougher and tougher to diagnose, service and repair. This article by Mike DuBois will offer some information about choosing the right tools and equipment and the kinds of repairs they will allow you to complete.