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Noise Complaints
The other day I was installing an axle. When I pulled the new axle out of the box, an instruction sheet was present. I opened it up, flipped through it, and found an interesting noise/ vibration chart...
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Known Problems First
The other day a Nissan came into the shop. The battery and the alternator had been replaced. The car would start if you drove it, and let it sit a few hours, but would need a jump start if left over...
View ArticleWho made what for who?
Whatever your relationship with the automobile, it is important to understand who built it. The trouble with auto manufacturers is that they are always building stuff for each other. This post will...
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How A Relay Works.
A relay, in the most technical terms, is an electro magnet that acts as a switch. As the video shows, when power and ground are applied to the relay, the magnet becomes active, and the switch is...
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Brake Job Gone Wrong
A customer recently brought his Ford in for service. At the time he was informed he needed new bakes front and rear. The customer declined the repair, citing “I can do that myself”. No problem at all,...
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How A Turbo Works
Often misunderstood, always awesome, the turbo is one of the greatest gifts to the automotive world. At its core, an engine is an air pump, which creates the byproduct of horsepower and torque. A turbo...
View ArticleFAQ’s Quick Reference
Why E85 is unethical How a turbo works How a relay works What is over steer and under steer? Why put the best tires in the rear? Common check engine lights and their causes. What you need to know about...
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Over Heat, Under Heat, Or Somewhere In Between
Vehicle over heating? Vehicle not heating up fast enough? Vehicle heats up just fine but you get no heat in the cabin? This post is just for you! If you have overheated your vehicle, also read this ....
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Overheat, underheat or somewhere inbetween? Left hand thread Brake job gone wrong How a turbo Works How a relay works Who made what, for who. Known problems first How to re-instal an alternator removed...
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A Quick Note About Alternators
Often times, in order to make a repair, you will have to remove the alternator. When it comes time to install the alternator, you may find it is a very tight fit. Many alternators have a part that...
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