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Carley’s Corner: More New Models, More Repair Opportunities

According to a report in the Wall Street Journal, 2007 will see more new model introductions than any year in recent history. The 2007 model year will bring 61 new models to market, which is almost double the number of new models that typically appear each new model year. These new models represent about 24%

Battery Charging: All Charged Up!

A battery charger is something every shop should own, and most do. But battery technology has changed in recent years. Battery chargers that were designed for older conventional lead acid batteries (called “flooded” cell batteries because the cells are filled with liquid electrolyte) may not be the best choice for newer batteries with absorbent glass

Hi-Tech Supplies 500+ Horsepower Engine for Overhaulin’ Episode

Hi-Tech Engine Components recently supplied a 500+ horsepower crate engine for the television show Overhaulin’. Hi-Tech’s crate engine was featured on The Learning Channel show which aired Sept. 26, 2006.

CSF Imports Announces New 2006-2007 Catalog

CSF Imports recently announced that its all new 2006-2007 catalog is now available. As a manufacturer of import car radiators and condensers, CSF has more than 2,200 import car models and many popular domestic models as well. The new catalog offers more than 75 new radiators and condensers to add to its extensive product line.

Tech Tip: Knocking Sound from Cadillac Catera’s A/C Compressor

Some customers may comment on a knocking sound from the air conditioning compressor. This condition may be caused by an internal tolerance stack-up in the compressor.

Perspectives: Can Your Shop Handle More Cars?

Recently, I received an e-mail with a subject line that read, “Automotive Repair Crisis Grows as Number of Vehicles Per Service Bay Reaches Record High in 2006.” According to the Aftermarket Annual 2006/2007, a study from Lang Marketing Resources, Inc. (www.langmarketing.com) the number of cars and light trucks on U.S. roads has increased by more

High-Performance Brake Pads

Friction and Fiction “I would like a more aggressive or high-performance brake pad.” If you work at a typical shop you will hear this statement at least once a week. It is a complex request that requires a line of questioning to flush out what the customer wants, needs and expects. “Aggressive”, “high performance” and

Tech Update: A Refresher Course on Complete Brake Service, Brake & Suspension System Service

Whether you’re studying for an upcoming ASE brake certification test, expanding your knowledge or honing your brake repair skills, this course is for you. There are no grades and no pop quizzes or tests. It’s not even a pass-fail course. The only credit you’ll receive will be thanks and appreciation from your customers and employer

Selling Services: Providing Manual Transmission Clutch Replacement Service

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 repair shops. In most cases, a routine clutch replacement requires very little in special tooling

Diagnostic Dilemmas: The Pressures of Intake Manifold Vacuum Tests

Several years ago, a retired school teacher brought in a 1994 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer that had developed an intermittent rough idle condition. Although a rebuilt engine had been installed a year before, and all of the wiring and vacuum hoses looked as if they were in factory condition, I took nothing for granted. An ignition