Legacy’s Levelwind Retractable Hose Reel Features Unique Winding System
The Levelwind retractable hose reel, part number L8310, from Legacy is for air with 3/8 in. ID x 100 ft. hose. More than two decades of industry knowledge and experience goes into the development of the Levelwind series of reels.
‘Snow Kidding!’ Dunlop Says, ‘Think Winter Tires Now’
Waiting for Groundhog Day before deciding on winter tires for the family vehicle? Timing is everything in cold weather driving, and now’s the time to "think winter tires," Dunlop marketers say, not after furry prognosticators make their predictions.
Weldcraft Introduces New Packaging Design
Weldcraft, the world’s leading manufacturer of premium TIG products, will introduce new packaging designs for all torch boxes, consumable bags and tungsten packages beginning Nov. 1, 2005. Weldcraft’s new packaging features an upgraded contemporary company logo, which reflects Weldcraft’s commitment to building premium-quality TIG products.
Custom Hot Rod Designer Chip Foose Selects Lincoln Electric as Preferred Welding Supplier
Provocative designs and sleek curves are the hallmarks of legendary hot rod designer and fabricator Chip Foose. His work has already captured three Don Ridler Memorial Awards, one of the most coveted trophies on the show car circuit. As the lead designer and builder of the Discovery Channel series Overhaulin’ that airs weekly on TLC, Foose is a household name among those who tune in to see how he and his team of technicians radically transform a car for its unsuspecting owner. Viewers of the show are also familiar with Foose Design, his Huntington Beach, CA, shop, equipped with only the best tools to translate design ideas into reality.
Under Pressure and Pounding: What Happens to Wheel Bearings and Suspensions When Wheels Get Big?…Stop Using Percentages if You Cannot Show Your Work!
Custom wheels and tires have been an automotive fashion statement since the 1970’s and today custom wheels have become automotive jewelry with 26-inch spinners on a Hummer as one of the ultimate statements. But, the hidden costs come at the price of wheel bearing life and other wheel end components. As an undercar shop, you
Tire Speed Ratings
The Alphabet Soup Debate
Talking Shop: Weighing In on In-Shop Cataloging
Paper catalogs have their place, but in-shop electronic catalogs are changing the repair shop/store dynamic. For the past 35 years, Harry, the archetypal, second-generation shop owner, has been telephoning Joe, the archetypal counterman, to order parts. And for 35 years before that, it was Harry’s father Clyde who owned the shop and was placing the
Bleeding ABS Systems
Occasionally, there will be a need to replace an ABS modulator or other hydraulic component, such as a pump/motor or even a master cylinder, on some systems. When this need arises, it will be essential you are prepared for the task. This article provides an overview of some of the techniques, tools and procedures required
Brake NVH: Part Two
An in-depth look at individual brake components and how each can produce noise and how to resolve the malady.
Manual Tranny/Clutches: Pre-Installation Inspections Boost Clutch Performance & Reduce Warranty Claims
Because a good “stick shift” driver can always squeeze a few more miles per gallon out of a manual transmission or otherwise out-perform their automatic transmission counterparts, it’s no wonder that clutch replacements continue to be a good business for most import repair shops. In most cases, a routine clutch replacement requires very little in