by Shop Press Staff | Mar 26, 2024
Brake rotor thickness variation – ASE practice questions (VIDEO) Description On a car with disc brakes, what is the most likely symptom of a vehicle with rotors that measured out-of-spec for thickness variation when measured at several places on the rotor...
by Shop Press Staff | Mar 21, 2024
The importance of testing engine coolant (VIDEO) How to test for blown fuses in a car or truck | Fast and easy method Description Dorman Training Center instructor Pete Meier explains why you should be testing engine coolant on vehicles in your bay. With a simple test...
by Shop Press Staff | Mar 5, 2024
Customer states truck was vandalized… Do you know what happened here? (VIDEO) Description Each line item confirms it—cheating doesn’t...
by Shop Press Staff | Feb 27, 2024
How to crimp heavy gauge wire (VIDEO) Description Working on some battery cables or custom ground straps? Your crimped connection needs to be totally reliable, and with a proper tool like Dorman’s 90707 heavy lug crimper, you’ll get secure and consistent results. This...
by Shop Press Staff | Feb 22, 2024
Should you use anti-seize when installing spark plugs? (VIDEO) Description Using anti-seize when installing spark plugs was once common practice, but today, you might want to think twice before adding anything to your spark plug threads. Pete explains why today’s...
by Shop Press Staff | Feb 8, 2024
Why auto mechanics should check cabin air filters in every vehicle (VIDEO) Description Air filters are an easy service item to overlook, but most manufacturers recommend a new filter every year or 15,000 miles. Protect your customers from dirty air entering the cabin...