Looking Forward: What Economic Indicators Are You Looking At?
There was a recent forum thread on the International Automotive Technicians Network (iATN.net) that asked when will the market shift? When will things start changing in a positive manner that will benefit shops?
Raybestos Police Braking System Stars at 2009 Police Fleet Expo
Brand uses TrackTech Event at the Milwaukee Mile as proving ground.
ABS Diagnostic Equipment
Antilock brake systems run self-diagnostic tests when the vehicle is driven to check for faults. If a fault is detected, it will usually set a code and turn on the ABS warning light to alert the driver.
Top 5 Tools: Ernie Orgar Jr., Basset’s Service Center
Ernie Orgar Jr., technician Basset’s Service Center Rochester, NY Editor’s note: Ernie was kind enough to send us a few categories of his Top 5 Favorite Tools, so this month, we’re expanding to include his favorite Brake, Diagnostic, Exhaust and Striking tools. Here are my Top 5 Brake Tools: Mac Tools 3” Encapsulated Wire Brush
Raybestos, Logano Head Home to Make Sprint Cup Series History
Growing up Joey Logano watched his first Cup race from the bleachers of the New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Recently, the native of Middletown, CT, became the youngest winner in NASCAR Sprint Cup Series history by winning the LENOX Industrial Tools 301 at the very same race track. Logano’s victory was the fourth of the 2009 season for cars using Raybestos brand brakes.
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.
Tech Tip: Don’t Overdo Loaded Caliper Prep
The benefits of using loaded calipers is that all hardware and components are provided for quick installation – perfect for the busy technician trying to move cars in and out of his or her bay. However, some techs might be doing too much to prepare new calipers for installation, according to Bendix Answerman, Chuck Kennedy.
Raybestos Joey Logano Rookie Promotion Offers Cash to Consumers and Technicians
Raybestos Rookie of the Year contender Joey Logano understands the importance of preparation. When NASCAR engines roar and cars start swapping paint, there is no room for rookie mistakes. Logano and the entire Joe Gibbs Sprint Cup Racing Team utilizes Raybestos brand brake pads, rotors and calipers every time they hit the track because Raybestos products offer benchmark quality and unparalleled dependability.
Raybestos, Kyle Busch Can’t Be Stopped at Shelby 427
For Kyle Busch there’s no place like home. Although an engine change at Friday’s practice forced Busch to start the Shelby 427 near the back of the pack on Sunday, Busch wasn’t going to be foiled in Sin City. As the racecars circled the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, the Las Vegas native skillfully navigated the Joe Gibbs Racing No. 18 M&M’s Toyota through field before ….
Joe Gibbs Racing Moves Exclusively to New Raybestos Braking System
When approaching treacherous turns at speeds roaring close to 185 mph, even the gutsiest NASCAR drivers grip their steering wheels a little tighter when tires begin to squeal and the rubber starts to burn. Attempting to maneuver around "Calamity Corner" at Daytona or through "The Tunnel Turn" at Pocono requires steadfast reliance on the products operating beneath a racecar’s shiny exterior ….