Preemptive Diagnostics: Solving Pulsation Complaints Before They Happen
Here is a scenario: A shop performs a brake job on a vehicle. The front pads and rotors are replaced. On the test drive, the vehicle had zero signs of pulsation, even after an aggressive break-in procedure. Six months and 6,000 miles later, the customer is back complaining of a pulsation in the pedal. So what has happened in 6,000 miles?
Wheel Bearings
Wheel bearings can be of either ball or tapered roller type. The ball bearings used for front wheel bearing applications are an angular type. An angular-type ball bearing will accept greater thrust loads than a Conrad-type bearing, which will accept a 100 percent load in the radial or thrust position and any combination of a 100 percent load. A tapered roller bearing will accept both a radial and a thrust load. All wheel bearings come in sets.
Tech Feature: Transmission Fluid and Filter Service
To prevent any service from being over sold or under sold, it is important to not only know that a particular service should be performed, but also why it should be performed. That knowledge can also help you spot when to recommend that service, and when not to. When speaking about transmission fluid, the short version of the explanation is that it gets dirty and wears out.
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Thousands of Prizes, including ‘Ultimate College Football Experience’ Trip Package, Available Through Wagner ThermoQuiet ‘Fall Blitz’ Promotion
Automotive parts counter people and professional technicians can earn chances to win thousands of prizes – including tailgating gear, sports-themed outdoor apparel and an “Ultimate College Football Experience” trip package – through the Wagner ThermoQuiet (TQ) “Fall Blitz” promotion from Federal-Mogul.
80 YEARS YOUNG: 960 issues without missing a beat!
How does a magazine stay in business for 80 years? People may say flashy covers, good leadership or deep pockets to survive the rough times. It does take all of these things, but above all it takes successful readers that are valued or potential customers of our advertisers.
Fras-le Fills Two Strategic Engineering Position
Fabio Jurchaks is promoted to sales and engineering manager, while Matt Robere is named new application/NVH engineer.
Bendix by Honeywell Launches the Ultimate Service Center Promotion
To reward the loyal automotive service centers that recommend and install Bendix by Honeywell products, the company is giving back with its Ultimate Rewards 2011 technician incentive program.
Fras-le Receives ‘Most Improved Supplier’ Award from Carlisle
Fras-le was named “Most Improved Supplier” for 2010 by Carlisle Brake and Friction. Fras-le was one of six suppliers to receive awards from the company. Fras-le and Carlisle have been working together since 2004.
Tech Feature: Nissan Undercar Noise and Vibration Repairs
When it comes to Nissan undercar work, Import Specialist Bob Dowie discusses the first challenge you face and that is selling the work. While he uses the word “selling,” what you are actually doing is making the customer aware of issues that need to be addressed to maintain the reliability and, more importantly, the safety of their vehicle.