Subaru Drivetrain Noise Diagnostics
To reduce noise, some Subaru driveshafts use a special constant velocity joint to connect the two pieces of the driveshaft.
Driveshafts: Can 10,000 Applications Really Be Covered By Two Parts?
Shops and part suppliers are always looking for ways to make technicians’ lives a little easier. In recent years, many parts like CV axles, strut/spring assemblies and suspension control arms have been introduced to allow technicians to simply install a complete component instead of repairing parts of the existing assembly. But this parts philosophy does
What Is Behind Wheel Bearing Noise?
The classic symptom of a bad wheel bearing is typically a cyclic chirping, squealing or growling noise.
DIAGNOSTIC TEST DRIVE FOR DRIVETRAIN
Driveshaft problems can be spotted from the moment you put the vehicle in gear to pull it into a bay. As the power is transmitted from the transmission to the rear axle, the slack from worn or damaged components is taken up, resulting in a sudden crunch or pop. Once the vehicle is moving, you
Snap-on Introduces New Pliers For Pros
P-Series pliers feature an internal torsion spring that returns the pliers to the open position.
ZF Tech Tip: Recognizing Chassis, Steering Systems Damage Patterns
Technicians should particularly check whether the rubber bellows on the joints are worn, damaged or leaking. Because any splash water that gets in washes out the special grease, this then allows dirt particles to enter the joint.
CV Axle Diagnostic And Service Tips
For inner plunge joints, the axle could bottom out. If the replacement axle is close, but not exactly made to the correct specifications, the misalignment of the axles can be even more compounded.
Century Strong: Crow-Burlingame Is Celebrating Its Centennial
In the nation’s heartland, strong relationships are the foundation of a healthy business. For Steve DeLancey, store manager at the Bumper to Bumper/Crow-Burlingame store in Springdale, Arkansas, it’s been “all about relationships” since he started with the company in 1984 as a counterman.
Active Ride Control: Comfort, Control And Wheel Travel All In One Sway Bar
Imagine a car without sway bars. The car would experience body roll around corners, but off road and in a straight line, the tires would maintain better contact with rougher roads at lower speed for better traction. However, at higher speeds, the body movement around corners would negate this effect. If you increased the spring rate, it would reduce body roll but would impact ride comfort.
Ex’Splining’ New Wheel Bearing Designs
Better designs are needed to accommodate large diameter wheels, which apply a heavier bending movement on the hub’s flange. Also, many of today’s vehicles have twice the power compared to new models of just a decade ago. This extra power can cause stress on the splines and stub axle.
