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Book review: “Car: A Drama of the American Workplace”
Mary Walton’s 1997 look behind the scenes of the Ford Taurus shows the human side of car production.
Fire the parts cannon! Is shotgun diag ever acceptable? (VIDEO)
Nick and Lemmy discuss the pros and cons of throwing parts at a problem.
Spoiler alert: Manual transmissions are not ‘100% useless’ as claimed
Is this what automotive enthusiasm looks like now?
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Easy tests for diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) contamination (VIDEO)
DEF is easy to contaminate, and fortunately, it’s also easy to test. Check to be sure that your customers’ DEF is up to spec with these simple tests.
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Auto care news and advice you can use.
Can’t break that crank bolt loose? You need a crank socket (VIDEO)
Crank fasteners are often a real pain to remove. Mechanics with expensive impact wrenches and large breaker bars struggle to remove them—but there’s a better way.
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VIDEOS
Mechanics React: There are a few missing symptoms on these ROs (VIDEO)
Nick and Lem take a peek at what’s rolled into bays around the country and give their (unrequested) opinions on things.
Three tips from a lifelong parts professional to make sure you never get the wrong part
Follow these easy tips, and avoid these common mistakes, to help ensure you get exactly what you need the first time.
Gas vs. diesel (VIDEO)
Which fuel is right for your truck, gas or diesel?