Shop Profile: All Technicians at Direct Tire & Auto Service are ASE Certified
In these days of bargain hunting and hurrying to find a quick fix at the cheapest possible price, it’s refreshing to know that people like Barry Steinberg are still in the tire business. Since he opened the very first Direct Tire and Auto Service location in Watertown, MA, in 1974, Steinberg has stood out in his market. From day one, he made a conscious decision to compete in the arena of service rather than price, a move that quickly set Direct Tire apart from its peers ….
Tech Tip: The Three “S’s” of Suspension
In grade school you were supposed to learn the three "R’s": reading, ‘riting and ‘rithmatic. Maybe you did well at these subjects – or maybe you didn’t. You obviously learned the reading part otherwise you wouldn’t be reading this. Reading, like any other skill, is something that takes time to master. The same goes for ….
Shop Owners and Technicians Offer Up Their ‘Top 5 Tools’
The readers of TechShop – Equipment, Tools & Supplies magazine were asked to submit a list of their top five favorite tools. Here is a sampling of some of the responses that were received ….
Tech Tip: Pop Goes the Mustang
Some 2005 Mustang vehicles may exhibit an intermittent popping noise from the front of the vehicle while turning left or right. The noise will typically occur during low speed maneuvers and may occur multiple times while turning. On both sides of the vehicle, install a revised upper strut bearing assembly. If the vehicle was ….
Tech Tip: Put a Damper on this Drifting CR-V
Honda CR-V drivers may complain that their vehicle drifts or pulls to the right while driving at highway speeds. The probable cause is that the angle of the upper spring seat is incorrect. To correct this problem, realign the damper spring on the upper spring seat ….
Truck Brake Update: Service Procedure Boosts Performance while Eliminating Steps that Add Time and Expense
Toyota trucks have been the standard bearer for small trucks for more than 40 years. The Hilux (now known as the Tacoma) line has been the small truck class leader, and over the last 15 years the T100 and Tundra models have moved into the medium- and full-size classes to set new standards there. With
Joseph F. Myers, Myers for Tires
Joseph F. Myers, owner Myers for Tires Gladwin, MI www.myersfortires.com In 1930, veterinarian Dr. Floyd Myers opened the doors of his first service station in downtown Gladwin, MI. He treated his animals next door and also served as mayor and Gladwin County sheriff. From the mid 1930s to 1978, Ralph Myers operated the automotive business,
Get the Drift: The Ins and Outs of Sport ‘Drifting’
Drifting is not a sport for SUVs. If it were, it would probably be called “rollovering.” Nor does it lend itself very well to cars with front-wheel drive. Drifting is all about sliding around curves with the rear wheels smoking all the way. Drifting sounds like an activity dreamed up by the tire manufacturers to
JGR Tames ‘The Glen’ on SPICER Chassis
Watkins Glen International was no match for Joe Gibbs Racing and SPICER Chassis this past Sunday in New York. Kyle Busch in the No. 18 M&M’s Toyota held off teammate Tony Stewart in the No. 20 Home Depot Toyota to take the checkered flag at the Centurion Boats at the Glen NASCAR Sprint Cup race ….
Tech Tip: Worn Upper Arm Bearings May Cause Suspension Knock
When an Acura RL owner visits your shop complaining about a knocking noise from the front suspension when driving over bumps, the noise may be caused by worn upper arm bearings. The following tech tip may help you quickly diagnose and repair the problem ….