Tracer Unveils Latest Leak Detection Kit
Tracer Products has introduced the TP-8647 EZ-Ject A/C and Fluid Kit that the company says makes it easy for technicians to find air conditioning and fluid leaks, even those in cramped underhood areas. The kit features the Optimax Jr, a powerful, compact blue-light LED flashlight for leak-checking spots that are inaccessible to larger lamps. Also
The Sounds of Silence, Truck Tire Style
Those of you who have been in the industry more than a few years can remember when trucks were loud. Sometimes this was intentional, similar to when we, as teenagers, spent hard earned money to put dual glasspack mufflers on our hot rods. At other times the trucks just came that way new. Objections to this noise
Pollution: Does It Have To Be A Dirty Word?
Even with today’s special emphasis on all things environmental, pollution has long been a dirty word, especially to tire dealers. And can cost your business millions of dollars without good risk management and insurance coverage. Is your business exposed to pollution liability risks? Are you covered? Can you sleep comfortably at night knowing you have
Getting ‘Green:’ Reduce, Reuse, Recycle to Reignite Your Business
By now it’s clear that the whole "green" movement is more than just a fad. In fact, successful businesses everywhere have adapted their operations to cater to consumers who are looking for more environmentally friendly products and services. While consumers may not base their purchasing decisions solely on this aspect, it does come into consideration
AMRA/MAP Tech Meeting Set for September
The Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association (AMRA) and Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) will host its final technical committee meeting of the year Sept. 16-17 in Rolling Meadows, Ill.
New Fuel Injection Kit From Professional Products
Professional Products released its complete Powerjection III electronic fuel injection kit. The kit features “adaptive learning,” which eliminates the need for computer programming or tuning. Just install, drive the vehicle and the built-in engine management system does it all for you, said the company. The complete kit contains: 750 cfm throttle body (exact swap for
A/C and Fluid Leak Kit From Tracer
Tracer Products has introduced the TP-8647 EZ-Ject A/C and Fluid Kit, a special kit that makes it easy for technicians to find all air conditioning and fluid leaks the first time, even those in cramped underhood areas. According to Tracer, the kit features the award-winning Optimax Jr., a mini fluorescent leak detection flashlight with mega
CCC Says 80% of Cars Need Service
Eighty percent of vehicles on the road today need service or parts, according to a new report by the Car Care Council.
Spare Grief With Good Belts and Hoses
Alwayscheck a vehicle’s belts and hoses when it is in your service bay. Atthis very moment, the Car Care Council says that nearly 30% of thevehicles passing your front door need a belt or hose replacement. Thisis critical business given the fact that a belt can cause an overheatedengine, loss of power steering and loss
Donaldson Buys Filter Maker
Filter-maker Donaldson Co. has acquired Western Filter Corp., which produces liquid filtration systems and replacement filters.