by Shop Press Staff | Aug 13, 2024
Minimum rotor thickness – ASE practice questions (VIDEO) Description Technician A says the minimum rotor thickness specification etched into a disc is the minimum thickness beyond which a brake rotor should not be used. Technician B says the number indicates the...
by Shop Press Staff | Aug 6, 2024
Using a spaghetti trick to keep zip ties organized (VIDEO) Description Chefs know a helpful hack to keep spaghetti from falling out of an opened bag, and the same idea happens to work perfectly for zip ties. Give it a try next time you have a pack of zip ties that...
by Shop Press Staff | Jul 30, 2024
Piston rings – ASE practice questions (VIDEO) Description Which of the following statements about piston rings is incorrect? A) End gaps must be evenly spaced around the piston B) Rings are installed on the piston using a ring compressor C) Rings must be...
by Shop Press Staff | Jul 23, 2024
Rust belt vs salt belt: Do you know the difference? (VIDEO) Description The Rust Belt and the Salt Belt may sound similar, and you might even hear them used interchangeably, but they are distinct names that any automotive professional or enthusiast should know. Take a...
by Shop Press Staff | Jul 18, 2024
Buy once, cry once: Don’t cheap out on these auto repair tools (VIDEO) Description Auto repair pros probably know the expression “buy once, cry once,” and for some tools, techs should buy the best they can afford. In other cases, cheap and basic versions will be just...
by Shop Press Staff | Jul 16, 2024
Engine knock – ASE practice questions (VIDEO) Description An engine exhibits a knocking noise. During a cylinder power balance test, the noise abates. Technician A says the noise is likely worn big-end bearings on the connecting rod. Technician B says the noise...