Redline Detection Unveils Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Locator
Redline Detection recently unveiled the new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Locator, offering a full, variable range of low- to high-pressure testing. Applications include both low-pressure leak testing for traditional vehicle EVAP/general repair; and variable/higher pressure testing for forced induction/turbo, diesel and heavy-duty leak detection, using either visible vapor or air only.
Philips Announces Classic Car Lighting Catalog
The new Philips Classic Car Lighting Catalog offers a full range of replacement lighting for domestic and import cars, SUVs, light trucks and vans from model years 1969 to 1998.
The Best of The Best: Tales From the 2014 Vision Hi-Tech Training & Expo
I try to attend the Vision Hi-Tech Training & Expo every year, take some classes, browse the Expo, and meet up with some old friends. Classes range from hybrid service, scope and scanner reading, diesel and gas engine driveability, to shop management. Some of the top instructors gather at this convention and put together some of the best classes I’ve ever attended.
CRP Releases 2014 Rein Automotive Master Catalog
CRP Automotive has released its 2014 Rein Automotive Master Catalog, featuring more than 763 pages of original equipment quality replacement components for European and Asian vehicles. The new catalog includes A/C components, anti-vibration parts, coolant hoses, CV boot kits, suspension components, bearings, bearing kits and more.
Breaking Down Why Engine Oil Breaks Down
First off, all oil breaks down. That generally will include base stocks and additives. Without focusing on performance characteristics, the most significant difference from one oil to another is how quickly breakdown occurs. Although there are many factors that contribute to the breakdown of an oil, heat is one of the most important.
Goodyear Tires Chosen For 2014 Silverado, Sierra Trucks
General Motors Corp. has selected a variety of Goodyear tires as original equipment fitments for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra models, which are among the most popular trucks available in North America.
‘Exploring’ Service Needs On The Ford 4.0L V6 Engine
Rated at a rather anemic 210 horsepower, the 4.0L SOHC V6 is not exactly a high output engine. It also has an unusual overhead cam drive setup. Unlike most other OHC V6 and V8 engines that drive both overhead cams directly from the crankshaft with a belt or chain, this engine has an intermediate jackshaft in the middle of the block where a pushrod cam would normally be located.
Centric Parts Releases New 2013 Brake Systems Catalog For Mexico
Centric Parts has released an updated version of its Centric Parts 2013 Sistemas de Frenos Mexico (Brake Systems Mexico) catalog, with listings for more than 27 Mexican national vehicle makes and 204 models spanning model years 1974 through 2013.
Fifty-Six New MOOG Steering and Suspension Parts Expand Brand’s Coverage to Millions of Additional Vehicles
The MOOG steering and suspension line from Federal-Mogul now includes 56 new parts that expand the brand’s coverage to millions of additional foreign nameplate and domestic passenger vehicles. According to Federal-Mogul, the Moog brand – as the automotive service industry’s “Problem Solver,” – delivers innovative product designs that provide enhanced performance and durability and help make installation easier.
Driving Technology: The Quest for Improved Battery Output
The search is on for new materials to boost battery energy storage and output.