Video: Is it Leakage or Seepage?
Andrew Markel covers how to diagnose if a leak is a leak or just normal seepage. Often engine, transmission and drivetrain components will show signs of seepage that might actually be a leak and could indicate the failure of a seal, gasket or casing (Sponsored by Nissan).
What’s Treading, Ep. 7: 2019 Top Shop Winner on Tech, the Tire Industry and Advice [Audio]
Alpio Barbara, owner of Redwood General Tire and Tire Review’s 2019 Top Shop Winner, shares how his 19-bay Silicon Valley megastore stays ahead of the curve as well as what excites him about the industry.
Video: Bearing Replacement Tips (Part 2)
We’re covering four more rules for bearing replacement on this episode of Tech Minute (Sponsored by BCA Bearings).
Video: Bearing Replacement Tips (Part 1)
We’re covering five important rules for bearing replacement in this video from Tech Minute (Sponsored by BCA Bearings).
Video: Ensuring Proper Axle Nut Torque
Can you use the same torque wrench for lug nuts and axle nuts for bearings? Find out in this episode of Tech Minute (Sponsored by BCA Bearings).
Video: Replacing Wheel Bearings in Single Units
When a customer takes out a wheel bearing on one side, what do you do about the one on the other side? Watch this episode of Tech Minute to find out. (Sponsored by BCA Bearings)
Video: You Might Be Servicing ADAS Systems Without Even Knowing It
Take a closer look at the relationship between advanced driver aid systems and everyday repairs, like wiper blades and brake pads (sponsored by Nissan).
What’s Treading, Ep. 6: SEMA Prep with the Pros [Audio]
In this podcast, we talk to our Babcox Media Industry Week veterans – members of our staff that have attended the shows for years—to let you in our SEMA and AAPEX survival secrets.
Video: Winter Time is Filter Time
Cold temperatures make cars run richer fuel mixtures that can cause soot in the engine and in the air. Capturing the particulates is not only the job of an oil filter, but also the cabin air filter. Andrew Markel covers why changing filters before winter can keep the engine and driver healthy.
What’s Treading, Ep. 5: Retread Technology Now & in the Future [Audio]
In this episode of “What’s Treading with Tire Review,” we dig into retread manufacturing and explore the technology that goes into making retreads today, how it’s changed over time and what to expect in the future.
Video: What Can Cause an Oil Filter to Collapse?
Andrew Markel covers the possible root causes for a filter media to collapse due to extreme oil pressure. Ignoring the signs and hoping the new filter will correct the problem might lead to failure of engine bearings and variable valve timing components (sponsored by MAHLE).
Video: Aluminum or Steel Wheels – What’s Best for Your Heavy-Duty Truck?
Wheels basically fall into two categories – aluminum and steel. And like every other part you spec for your truck, the right choice for you might not be the right choice for your neighbor. Instead, it all depends on your application.
