ArvinMeritor Unveils its New Medium-Duty Hydraulic Brake Parts Family
ArvinMeritor, Inc. Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket business recently unveiled its expanded medium-duty, all-makes hydraulic brake product line. The new part number offering covers hydraulically-braked highway commercial vehicles, class 2 through 7, domestic and imports through 2005.
Checkers/Rally’s Expands its Official Sponsorship of NASCAR in 2006
Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc., the Official Drive-Thru Restaurant of NASCAR, recently announced that it is expanding its popular Double Drive-Thru Challenge Contingency program from the NEXTEL Cup Series to include the Busch and Craftsman Truck Series as well.
Tech Tip: Chevy Blazer’s Engine May Rattle Between 1,800 and 2,200 rpm
The spark, rattle-type noise may be caused by torsional vibration of the balance shaft. If detonation noise is present, perform detonation/spark knock diagnostics first.
Modular Wheels Announces 2006 Line of Three-Piece Forged-Style Wheels for Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, Mercedes and BMW Vehicles
Modular Wheels, a manufacturer of custom automotive wheels and rims, recently announced its new 2006 line of three-piece forged-style wheels for Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, Mercedes and BMW vehicles. The new line cuts customer’s costs for high-end vehicle wheels up to 75 percent without sacrificing quality, performance or style.
Tech Tip: Alternator Diagnosis – High-Draw Accessories Merit Changes in Test Procedures
Electrical demand varies according to vehicle application and use, so engineers build an alternator that will meet the average accessory demand of any particular vehicle and still have enough reserve capacity to keep the battery charged. If electrical demand is increased by adding accessories, the potential ability of the alternator to recharge the vehicle’s battery is practically reduced to zero.
Tech Tip: ASC Reminds Technicians that Mazda Water Pump Twins are not Identical
When referring to a catalog, whether OEM or aftermarket, a technician will find two different part numbers for a water pump for the Mazda MPV V6 3.0 liter: one for model years 1989 to 1995 (Pump A) and one for model years 1996 to 1998 (Pump B). No problem, right? Where the problem lies is the transition between 1995 and 1996 models where the vehicle could be equipped with either pump. If the wrong pump is installed, it can lead to a big headache.
Goodyear Bends Rule for Auto Heater Hose
Goodyear Engineered Products is breaking the automotive heater hose mold. It has introduced a universal heater hose system to help auto parts retailers and installers eliminate thousands of inventoried parts, while improving service, according to Todd Hechler, marketing manager for Goodyear automotive replacement products.
JohnDow Industries Launches ShopRx Automotive Service Supplies
The ShopRx automotive shop fastener systems offer a number of benefits that will increase shop productivity and profits. Having the right fastener available when needed reduces bay down time. Plus, the ShopRx systems offer considerable savings compared to locally purchased fasteners and hardware.
Orient Engine, Inc. Specializes in Engines for Japanese Cars and Trucks
Orient Engine Inc. specializes in remanufactured Japanese engines at prices comparable to used or take-out engines. When you have a need for an overhauled or replacement engine for a Japanese car or truck, call Orient Engine. Rebuilt Japanese automotive engines is all we do.
ASA Announces Dates, Location for 2006 Annual Business Meeting
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced its 2006 annual business meeting will be held April 26-29 at the Driskill Hotel in Austin, TX. Highlighting the agenda will be open meetings of the ASA affiliate assembly and board of directors, as well as an operations committee forum featuring both collision and mechanical committee members.
Jay Leno Teams with OVERHAULIN’ to Trick Friend
When Jay Leno found out that his part-time mechanic and friend Dave Killackey was in dire need of an overhaul on his 1956 Chevrolet Nomad, but couldn’t afford the expense himself, he turned to the dynamic team on TLC’s OVERHAULIN’ to make Dave’s dream come true.
Dunlop Brand Launches Online Tire Store
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.’s Dunlop brand division has launched a new website that features online tire purchasing. The new site — located at www.dunloptires.com — also includes interactive promotions, a dealer locator, tips and technical facts.