Fight Back Against Winter With PlastiKote Undercoat
Harsh winter weather across the country has been not been kind to vehicles. Plastikote Undercoat can help protect the underside of vehicles against the ravages of winter. Available in both professional (273) and rubberized (272) undercoating, PlastiKote Undercoat provides durable protection against rust, corrosion, moisture, fumes, dust, heat and cold, the company says.
Bosch Offers Eco-Friendly, Copper-Free Brake Pads
In response to legislation requiring the reduction of copper in friction formulations, Bosch has announced the use of its first copper-free ceramic material in the premium-grade QuietCast line of braking products. Bosch provides full coverage for domestic, Asian and European cars, vans and SUVs with one out of every three vehicles on the road today using Bosch braking components, according to the company.
Federal-Mogul To Purchase Affinia Chassis Components Business
Federal-Mogul has entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement to acquire Affinia’s chassis components business. The Affinia business serves leading U.S. aftermarket customers with branded and private label chassis product lines. The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals.
Arnott Releases New Air Suspension Compressor For Bentley Continental GT, Flying Spur
Arnott Inc. has announced the release of a new, heavy-duty air suspension compressor for the 2003-2012 Bentley Continental GT, and the 2006-2012 Bentley Flying Spur (OE part No. 3D0616005K). According to Arnott, the addition of this OE Bentley pump further bolsters the company’s line of high-quality, affordable air suspension replacement parts.
Aluminum Suspension Component Serviceability
For every 10 percent reduction in vehicle weight, there is a 5 to 7 percent fuel savings. Since 1990, there has been a steady increase in the weight of vehicles due to airbags, structural components and convenience features like heated seats. This fattening in some areas forced suspension components to go on a diet.
Why Oil Balancing Is Critical When Replacing A Compressor
The purpose of oil balancing is to make sure the amount of oil in the A/C system remains at the correct level. The first thing to consider when performing the process is the amount of oil contained in the replacement compressor. This can vary from a full charge of oil (8 oz./236 mL), to a half charge of oil or no oil at all. If oil is contained in the replacement compressor, it will have to be removed and reinstalled in the correct amount to properly balance the system.
Arnott Releases New Air Suspension Compressor/Dryer For Buick Lucerne, Cadillac DTS
Arnott Inc., a leader in aftermarket automotive air suspension products, has released a new air suspension compressor/dryer for the 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, including the CXL, and the 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS OE part No. 25806015. The addition of this OE GM part further bolsters Arnott’s line of high-quality, affordable air suspension replacement parts, the company says.
Dual Steering Stabilizer Brackets Added To Rancho Coverage
Rancho fabrication and engineering back the new dual steering stabilizer brackets for Rancho RS7000MT and RS5000 series steering stabilizers that are now available at performance retailers nationwide.
Dodge Caliber Alignment Service
The Dodge Caliber was the replacement for the Neon. The Caliber shares the same architecture with the Nitro and Sebring models from the same timeframe. Needless to say, this is a “net build” vehicle with only toe adjustments built into the front and rear suspensions.
The Year In Ride Control TSBs: Tried And True Fixes Can Expedite The Diagnostic Process
2013 was a good year for ride control TSBs. Some TSBs were intended for very few vehicles on the road, but the solutions can be used to resolve the same problems on a wide variety of vehicles. Several of the TSBs over the next two pages can help to solve chronic problems that have plagued some
Cabin Air Filter: The Unseen Automotive Filter
A new cabin air filter is something many motorists need, but often don’t know it. The cabin air filter (CAF) is not a well-known or well-publicized filter. Close to 90% of late-model cars and trucks now come factory-equipped with a cabin air filter, but the original filters in many of these vehicles have never been changed!
Wheel Hub Bearing Q&A
What is a wheel hub bearing and why is it so important? Though you may never even see it, a wheel hub bearing unit is an important part of a car’s wheel assembly, enabling wheels to turn freely and playing a crucial role in the safety and handling characteristics of a vehicle. Comprised of precision-manufactured bearings, seals and sensors in one pre-assembled unit, a wheel hub bearing unit is critical to performance, from the smoothness of the ride, to fuel efficiency, to the integrity of anti-lock breaking systems (ABS).