New Snap-on MicroLithium Cordless Ratchet Combines Strength With Speed
The new Snap-on 3/8-inch Drive 14.4v MicroLithium Cordless Ratchet (CTR761) is the first to match the performance of a pneumatic ratchet in its category with the convenience of being “untethered” to an air hose for increased freedom and productivity. The new Snap-on CTR761 easily withstands 150 ft-lbs. of manual breakaway torque and follows that up
Matco Tools Introduces Maximus, The Future Of Diagnostic Tablets
Matco Tools’ new Maximus provides the automotive industry with a unique solutions-based diagnostics and information tablet. Matco recently added the Maximus diagnostic tablet to its product lineup offering technicians the fastest, most complete scan tool to handle everything from on-board computer diagnostics to repair, all without leaving the vehicle. According to Matco, Maximus provides a
Snap-on Introduces MICROSCAN III Scanner
Snap-on introduces the Blue-Point MICROSCAN III Scanner (EESC720), a pocket-size powerhouse that reads and clears OBD-II codes, displays live data and resets the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) in less than 30 seconds. The scanner is always ready to go and automatically powers up when connected to a vehicle.“Our new MICROSCAN III offers so much more
How Do The EGR And Secondary Air Injection System Work With The Catalytic Converter?
The perfect internal combustion vehicle would be able to put the exact amount of fuel and air into the combustion chamber. If the perfect combustion event happened, you would get nothing more than water and carbon dioxide. There would not be any unburned fuel or oxygen. It would also be at the right temperature so
Brake Job: 2000-2007 Ford Focus
The 2000-2007 Ford Focus is based on the Ford global C1 platform, shared with the European Ford Focus and Volvo S40. Nothing is really groundbreaking about the brake system. However, not paying attention to the details can end in a post brake job comeback. Front Brakes Pads should be replaced when there is 3mm or
FRAM Launches Extra Guard Plus and Ultra Oil Filters
Guarding your car’s engine from dirt and contaminants will soon reach a whole new level as FRAM, a leading oil and air filter manufacturer, adds two new premium oil filters in 2012 to its line-up. The new filters, FRAM Extra Guard Plus and FRAM Ultra, tout some of the best media quality and extended mile
Tech Tips: Moaning Noise Coming from 1998 DeVille
Figure 1 Written by Eric Seifert, ALLDATA automotive technical editor Recently a customer complained about a moaning noise in his 1998 Cadillac DeVille. Customers may comment on a steering vibration, shudder or “moan” during low speed turning/parking maneuvers. This condition may be due to the steering system frequencies being transmitted through the power steering pressure (inlet)
The Real Question is Can You Buy Used Tires at Costco?
I love keeping tabs on what the “consumer media” has to say about tires, especially in this Internet age. Before, I could count on regular old daily newspapers to provide misinformation every so often. But now, with so many so-called “experts,” quasi-media and “look-at-me” bloggers out there, the mudpuddle of misguidance is so much browner.This
BLE Products Offers Solid Lifter Conversion Kits
Solid valvetrains yield horsepower. However, until now, the benefits of solid lifter high-performance OHC engines were not available to the Dodge truck enthusiast. Miami-based motorsports company, BLE Products, has introduced the race-proven BLE Solid Lifter Conversions to the hard-core Dodge truck performance enthusiasts.The BLE Solid Lifters remedy a major concern in the Dodge truck performance
Joe Gibbs Driven Introduces High Zinc – Conventional Oil for Classic Cars and Historic Racers
Designed specifically for classic cars and historic racing, Joe Gibbs Driven Hot Rod oil features higher levels of ZDDP and rust inhibitors to protect engines during extreme operating conditions as well extended periods of storage. The specialized formulation of Joe Gibbs Driven Hot Rod oil saves users hassle and money because it does not need
ConocoPhillips Lubricants Adds Liquid Titanium to Kendall GT-1 Motor Oils for Enhanced Engine Protection
ConocoPhillips Company, the fourth largest U.S. lubricants supplier, is pleased to announce that it has added the exclusive Liquid Titanium additive to the majority of its Kendall GT-1 Motor Oils, including synthetic blend, full synthetic and high mileage offerings. The new Kendall GT-1 Motor Oils engineered with Liquid Titanium are designed to help reduce friction, fight engine
New Rislone Oil Treatment Keeps Engines Running Longer and Stronger
New and improved Rislone 710 High-Performance Oil Treatment increases oil pressure and power, quieting noisy engines and lifters in high-mileage vehicles. To draw more consumer attention on the shelf, Rislone 710 Oil Treatment is packaged in a retro-style can. Rislone 710 Oil Treatment is a high-viscosity formula that increases oil film thickness, building a thicker
