Tech Tip: Avoid Comebacks with Permeation-Resistant Fuel Line Hose
Fuel line hoses carry gasoline from the tank to the fuel pump, to the fuel filter, and to the fuel injection system. While much of the fuel lines are rigid tube, sections of it are made of rubber hose, which absorb engine and road vibrations. There are two basic types of ….
Federated Recognizes Outstanding Supplier Support
Federated Auto Parts presented Outstanding Supplier Support Awards to companies who achieved exceptional success in each of six categories in 2007. The awards were presented on April 24 at Federated’s annual meeting held in Dallas ….
News Update: Adrian Smith Appointed GM of Brembo North America
Brembo North America (BNA) recently appointed Adrian Smith as general manager of its North American operations with responsibility for its three offices in Costa Mesa, Detroit and Charlotte, NC. Previously, Smith served as technical director of Brembo SpA based in Curno, Italy, where he was responsible for a staff of 240 engineers and core engineering
Carley’s Corner: A Love/Hate Relationship With Computers
Anybody who uses a personal computer can probably relate to what I am about to say: I love my computer because of all the cool things it can do for me, and I hate my computer because it drives me nuts. Like many Americans, I own more than one computer. I have my office computer
Publisher’s Perspectives, I Didn’t Get That E-Mail
You’ve heard the expression, “You don’t know what you don’t know.” In the internet world in which we live, there is more and more truth to that statement than ever before. Why, because of SPAM. There are billions of unwanted e-mails sent every month that fall into the definition of SPAM — you know, the
Perspectives: I Didn’t Get that E-mail
You’ve heard the expression, “You don’t know what you don’t know.” In the internet world in which we live, there is more and more truth to that statement than ever before. Why, because of SPAM. There are billions of unwanted e-mails sent every month that fall into the definition of SPAM — you know, the
Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper Launches National Charity Program
A new nationwide program that helps victims of domestic violence and abuse gain their freedom through the donation of refurbished cars has been launched by Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper. This unprecedented vehicle gift program is sponsored by the warehouses, parts stores and certified service centers flying the Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper flags.
News Update: DENSO Launches Summer Tune Up Campaign
DENSO Sales California is launching a summer sales campaign, “Tune In & Tune Up” to all DENSO warehouse distributors, jobber/counterpersons and service technicians. The program runs now through Sept. 30, 2006. DENSO is rewarding jobber/counterpersons and professional service technicians by offering them an opportunity to win electronic prizes for selling DENSO First Time First Fit
Tech Tip: Save Time and Replacement Cost by Installing an OE-Match Timing Belt
Many domestic and import car makers use timing belts instead of timing chains because they are quiet, inexpensive, durable and can be replaced without violating the oil tightness of the engine. Vehicle manufacturers usually indicate regular replacement intervals in order to avoid catastrophic engine failure.
Handling the Load
It takes a lot of amps to power the lights, electric defrosters, wipers, power windows, power seats, power liftgates, the ignition system, fuel injectors, fuel pump, cooling fan, A/C compressor, heater fan, heated seats, audio system and navigation systems on today’s late-model vehicles. Since alternators can generate only so many amps, their output may depend