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Rotary Lift Updates Light-Duty Four-Post Lifts For Better Productivity And Durability

Rotary Lift has updated its SM series of 14,000-lb. capacity four-post lifts to provide greater productivity and durability through a higher rise height, improved drive-on ramps and a new powder-coated hammer-tone paint finish. The features make the SM series four-post lifts more capable for facilities that service a variety of vehicles, including cars, light trucks

Motorcraft reflash
Magneti Marelli Inaugurates New Automotive Exhaust Systems Plant In Michigan

Magneti Marelli Holding USA announced that its exhaust system manufacturing plant located in Independence Township, Mich., near Clarkston, recently celebrated its official opening. “The inauguration of the Independence Township plant is a significant milestone for Magneti Marelli,” said Magneti Marelli Holding USA President and CEO Stephane Vedie. “With the addition of the exhaust plant, each

VCM II reflashing
ATP Automotive Introduces New Transmission Filter Kit Packaging

As part of its new brand identity initiative, ATP Automotive has introduced new packaging for its popular transmission filter kits. “ATP transmission filter kits are the preferred choice of professional service technicians, so we wanted to be sure that the new packaging was not only attractive, but conveyed the superior quality they have come to

New Bar’s Leaks One Seal Stop Leak Fixes Oil, Transmission And Power Steering Leaks

Bar’s Leaks has combined three of its popular stop leak products into a unique new multipurpose formula that can eliminate engine, transmission and power steering system fluid leaks. New Bar’s Leaks One Seal Stop Leak is the first all-in-one additive specifically designed to stop leaks in all three systems. “Instead of stocking three separate stop

Ryan Newman Crew Chief Luke Lambert Is Top MOOG ‘Problem Solver’ At Dover As No. 31 Team Advances To Chase Contender Round

Ryan Newman was one of the final two drivers to qualify for the Chase for the Sprint Cup, but he, crew chief Luke Lambert and the No. 31 Quicken Loans Chevrolet advanced to the Contender Round after delivering a solid eighth-place finish in Sunday’s AAA 400 at Dover (Del.) International Speedway. Following the event, Lambert

Installing Spark Plugs: Torque and Gap Are Critical

When installing spark plugs, a technician must be aware of the torque specifications for that particular plug. Remember that either overtorquing or undertorquing a spark plug will affect the quality of the installation and the performance of the vehicle’s engine. If a spark plug is undertorqued, it will be loose in the cylinder and, as

Spark Plug gapping
Federated Racing Team Goes Pink In October For Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Federated Auto Parts and Ken Schrader Racing have teamed up again this year in the battle against breast cancer. In its annual PINK campaign, the team is selling pink ribbons that will be placed on the No. 52 Federated Auto Parts car driven by Matt Tifft in the Oct. 3 ARCA race at Kansas Speedway.

CRP Introduces Pentosin ATF 1 LV Long-Life Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid For Mercedes-Benz Applications

CRP Automotive has introduced Pentosin ATF 1 LV Fully Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, recommended for Mercedes-Benz 236.10, 236.12 and 236.14 specifications. Pentosin ATF 1 LV is ideal for lifetime applications in automatic gearboxes, according to CRP. It also can be used where a low-viscosity ATF is required. The Pentosin ATF 1 LV formula is based

Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Introduces New Rod & Restoration Custom Color

Sherwin Williams Automotive Finishes has taken its custom expertise to a whole new level with the introduction of its complete Rod & Restoration Custom Color program. Perfect for body shops looking to take on specialty restoration work – and perhaps to build that showpiece car to show off the shop’s capabilities – the new Rod

MAHLE Service Solutions Will Unveil TechPRO At AAPEX 2014

MAHLE Aftermarket, Service Solutions will demonstrate its newest solution to help technicians work smarter, faster and get more done, in less time, at AAPEX 2014. Called TechPRO, this new versatile piece of equipment promises to be a “game changer” beyond what is currently available in the marketplace, the company says. MAHLE Service Solutions will provide

Honda Oil Pressure Switch Issues

The following Tech Tip comes courtesy of ALLDATA We have noticed an increase in oil pressure switch-related problems with late-model Honda vehicles recently. Two switches that seem to be consistently problematic are the rocker arm oil pressure switch and the engine oil pressure switch. Each exhibits a unique set of symptoms, but the fix is

Honda Oil Pressure Switch tech tip
ESCO Offers Tire Service Equipment And Accessories Catalog

ESCO announces the release of their 30th anniversary catalog, available now in digital format on its website at www.esco.net. This newest catalog released by ESCO includes an almost 100% increase to its pre-existing catalog offering. Since ownership and management changes in late 2013, the company has dedicated time and resources to accomplishing a new and