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Politics Ain’t Politic
If you have to have them in the shop, endeavor to make politics polite.
Belt Noise – ASE Practice Question (VIDEO)
Technician A says chirp is the most common belt noise complaint. Technician B says EPDM belts can wear out without showing visible damage. Who is correct?
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Politics Ain’t Politic
If you have to have them in the shop, endeavor to make politics polite.
Belt Noise – ASE Practice Question (VIDEO)
Technician A says chirp is the most common belt noise complaint. Technician B says EPDM belts can wear out without showing visible damage. Who is correct?
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