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Minimum rotor thickness – ASE practice questions (VIDEO)
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Misfire Cause–ASE Practice Questions (VIDEO)
Technician A is diagnosing a misfire. He states that a misfire is caused by a fault in the ignition system and that new plugs and coils will repair the problem. Technician B says that a misfire is detected when the ECM detects a variation in crankshaft speed.
A History of the U.S. Presidential State Car (Part 2)
The commander-in-chief’s road transportation, from LBJ’s Lincoln Continental to “The Beast.”
Why Wheel Fastener Torque Matters More Than You Think (VIDEO)
If you’re still using torque sticks and impact power to install lug nuts and lug bolts, it’s time to reconsider.
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This Tool Makes Fuel Line Repairs So Much Easier (VIDEO)
Quick disconnect tools are a must for modern fuel, A/C, or transmission line jobs; no more fighting clips.
Are you servicing your car’s oil correctly?
It might be time to rethink oil changes.
No bead seating tank? No problem!
There’s two ways to use tire mounting compound.
What are rear fog lights, and when should you use them?
Get up to speed on a safety feature not often seen in the United States.
“Hot Rod Magazine: 75 Years” book review
The celebration of a magazine that was, for some, where their love of working on cars began.
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A Crash Course on Modern Impact Sensors
Modern impact sensors work together to detect collisions in milliseconds and activate critical safety systems.
Watch this video on the four stages of grief for mechanics
A Facebook reel that applies a psychological model to wrenching.
The first step I now take in vehicle diagnostics
I’m a slow learner. Don’t be like me.
PSA: Stop throwing away brake rotor screws
They’re real important for two separate reasons.
What tools do you keep in your road box for car repair? (VIDEO)
Do you have a toolbox ready to go for repairs on the road? What do you keep in it?
VIDEOS
Inside Global (Generic) OBD-II
You don’t need an expensive scan tool to diagnose the cause of an illuminated check engine light.
Time-Saving Tip for Bleeding Stubborn Brakes (VIDEO)
Some brake jobs can turn into headaches when small air bubbles get trapped within the caliper itself. To resolve the problem, you could pump the brakes over and over, or you could try this handy suggestion to free the air bubble and move on with the brake bleed process.
Shop Profile: Hansville Repair
71 years of success started at the end of the road.