Centric Parts Announces Changes To StopTech And Power Slot Sport Rotor Program
Centric Parts has announced a name change in its performance product lineup for 2013. In an effort to streamline its performance product range, the former Power Slot and SportStop direct-replacement one-piece rotors will now be known instead as StopTech Sport Rotors.
Brembo Chosen For 2014 Chevrolet Corvette
Brembo has announced it is the brake of choice for the all-new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette, making its world debut this week at the North American International Auto Show. Brembo will be providing calipers and discs and assembling those components into full corners at its newly expanded Homer, Mich., operations.
Mitsubishi Undercar Service Opportunities
In this article, we’re going to take look at the Mitsubishi line of cars and some of the more common problems you’ll see while looking at the undercar area. Since this automaker offers a solid vehicle lineup at a reasonable price, there are plenty of Mitsubishis on the road, and it’s safe to assume that they will find their way to your shop. There’s no reason they shouldn’t be welcomed.
Menu-Based Pricing Must Go!
There is no doubt that menu pricing can simplify the selling of maintenance, but when it comes to solving brake, suspension and wheel assembly problems, it can create more problems than it can solve.
Rotor Runout and DTV: How to Decrease Comebacks with Two Simple Tools
Replacing rotors on every brake job is not a cost effective or efficient way to perform brake service. You may save 10 to 15 minutes by not having to use a dial indicator and a micrometer, but your chance for comebacks can dramatically increase.
Honda Performance Modifications
While the “fast and furious” nature of the import performance market has cooled down, there is still some excitement in the market and you shouldn’t be surprised to find a customer at your front counter asking if you can do this kind of work, says Import Specialist Contributor Bob Dowie.
Tool Tip: Maximizing Tools: Diagnosing ABS/ESC Hydraulic Control Units
Brake & Front End Editor Andrew Markel finds the root cause of a brake pull using Innovative Products of America’s Brake System Analyzer.
Bearing Diagnostics: Brinelling and Non-Noise Failures
In the good old days, most serviceable wheel bearings were maintained at least every 25,000 to 30,000 miles during a brake job. During this process, races, stub-axles and cages could be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary. Today, the average life of a sealed wheel bearing or hub assembly is about 85,000 to 100,000 miles. But they can fail sooner than expected without a whisper.
Honeywell Friction Materials Doubles the Size of its Annual Customer Loyalty Program
Both automotive service center technicians and counterpeople will be rewarded for their loyalty to Bendix products this year with the launch of Ultimate Rewards 2012, the newly expanded and simplified incentive program from Bendix.
Win a Ford F-150 Lariat From Performance Friction
Visitors to the Performance Friction website can register to win a brand new 2012 Ford F-150 4X4 Lariat equipped with a PFC Big Brake Kit.