Tenneco’s ‘Cash In 2’ Promotion Offers Attractive Rewards for Ride Control and Exhaust Sales
Qualifying automotive service shop owners, service writers and technicians can earn cash rewards of up to $120 each for the sale of premium ride control and exhaust components this fall through the Monroe and Walker “Cash In 2” promotion from Tenneco Inc.
Tech Tip: Nissan Rattling/Buzzing Noises in the Exhaust System
If you confirm there is an exhaust rattle/buzzing noise that sounds like it’s coming from the front exhaust tube, follow the procedures provided in this Tech Tip.
Tech Feature: Exhaust Leaks and the Stoichiometric Ratio
When I was a kid, I used to watch my dad, who started out as a diesel mechanic, tune up cars and trucks from time to time. He would turn the adjustment screws on the carburetor until the engine smoothed out and started to purr. Then, after listening closely to the rumbling of the motor, the adjustment screws would get one final tweak. He would always bend down and cup his hand around the belching tail pipe exhaust and take a big sniff of the fumes, and then go back to his adjustments. That was back in the 60s and 70s before PCMs, O2 sensors and catalytic converters.
CORSA Performance Exhausts Announces ‘How My CORSA Speaks’ Video Contest
It’s time to get your cameras rolling as CORSA Performance Exhausts announces a summer-long video contest that invites you to express why you love CORSA for your car, truck, SUV or boat.
Technicians Find Pipe Bomb Strapped to Vehicle’s Exhaust
Technicians at F&F Tire World in Loves Park, IL, were in for a surprise when the put a customer’s car up on a lift and found a pipe bomb strapped to the exhaust system. The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Department Bomb Squad was called in and they detonated the device.
Hole in Exhaust System Results in Brake Failure and Fire
A driver in Des Moines, IA, recently experienced brake failure and soon after, the vehicle burst into flames. Firefighters believe the heat generated from a hole in the exhaust system burned through the brake lines.
Walker Spring Exhaust Promotions Benefit Consumers and Professional Technicians
Consumers can save up to $60 and professional technicians can earn similar cash rewards this spring when purchasing qualifying Walker mufflers, welded exhaust assemblies and catalytic converters through two new promotions from Tenneco Inc.
Tech Tip: Exhaust Restriction Leads to Turbo Destruction
Turbos in gasoline applications operate at extremely high temperatures and RPM. If the exhaust stream, including the catalytic converter, is even partially blocked, the increase in exhaust backpressure can lead to thrust bearing failure.
Fel-Pro Brand’s HTA Exhaust Header Gasket Technology Gains Widespread Use in NASCAR Competition
Innovative Fel-Pro HTA performance exhaust header gaskets from Federal-Mogul have helped Dodge- and Toyota-powered NASCAR teams eliminate the risk of gasket failure caused by extreme heating and cooling cycles. These new gaskets are now available through any Fel-Pro performance gaskets supplier.
SafeShop: Diesel and Gasoline Exhaust
Diesel and gasoline exhaust can be hazardous to employees working in dealerships and automotive services businesses. And not just those working in the shop are at risk; office employees can also be exposed through poor ventilation systems. Zurich provides information on how to help protect your business and your employees.