New Products - Automotive Parts
| 02/08/2010 12:00 AM |
| Membrane dryer made with auto industry in mind |
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La-Man Corp. offers the AMD-035 SuperStar Membrane Dryer that provides ultra-clean and ultra dry
compressed air specifically designed with the automotive industry in mind.
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| 02/08/2010 12:00 AM |
| Tire stacks up as durable under any conditions |
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Uniroyal says its Tiger Paw AWP II provides the perfect combination of durability and affordability
for value-conscious customers. Designed to fit most popular large, mid-size and compact sedans as well as minivans,
it offers long wear and a smooth ride in almost every weather condition.
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| 02/08/2010 12:00 AM |
| New TPMS made for trucks with heavy loads |
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Doran's 360HD Tire Pressure Monitoring System for trucks tasked with heavy loads and stop-and-go
driving has wireless sensors able to withstand temperatures up to 257 degrees, according to the
company.
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| 02/08/2010 12:00 AM |
| New AVID TRZ comes in three sizes |
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Now available in 10 new H-rated sizes, Yokohama's AVID TRZ (Three Ride Zones) all season touring tire
presents premium ride quality, according to the company.
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| 02/08/2010 12:00 AM |
| New design keeps brake dust off wheels |
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Kleen Wheels' new and improved Dust Shields feature Turbo-Venting to enhance brake cooling while
keeping your customers? prized alloy wheels shiny, clean and protected from corrosive brake dust, the company
reports.
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| 02/08/2010 12:00 AM |
| Mat stands up to your foot traffic |
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New Pig Corp. introduces tough PIG RHINO Absorbent Mat designed to stand up to heavy foot traffic
while soaking up liquid and minimizing slips.
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| 02/08/2010 12:00 AM |
| Tracer kit makes finding A/C leaks easier |
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Tracer Products has introduced the TP-8647 EZ-Ject A/C and Fluid Kit, a special kit that makes it easy
to find all air conditioning and fluid leaks the first time.
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| 01/28/2010 12:00 AM |
| Touring tire made for mainstream drivers |
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Nexen's new CP672 all season touring tire for North America is engineered "for mainstream
drivers with comfort and performance in mind," the company reports.
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| 01/28/2010 12:00 AM |
| Pinpoint noise quickly with new tool |
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Snap-on THEBIS noise and vibration diagnostic unit (LD6900) can help you pinpoint the source of noise
and vibration in underhood, undercar and vehicle interiors faster and more easily than ever.
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| 01/28/2010 12:00 AM |
| Tire keeps things quiet on the road |
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Touted by Toyo as "one of the quietest mud terrain tires on the market" thanks to
CASPAN (Computer-Aided Simulator for Pattern Noise) technology, the Open Country M/T is designed for full-size
pickups and SUVs driven by enthusiasts requiring extra ground clearance, load-carrying capacity and off-road
capability along with on-road performance.
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| 01/28/2010 12:00 AM |
| Steel wheels made for Ford Transit Connect |
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With its 15-inch steel wheels chosen as factory fitments for the 2010 Ford Transit Connect, Turkey's
Tekersan Automotive conducts a thorough testing program to ensure high levels of quality, according to the
company.
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| 01/28/2010 12:00 AM |
| Blower hanger comes in single-arm form |
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Karajen Corp has expanded on the success of its double-arm magnetic blower hanger and has created a
single-arm magnetic blower hanger.
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| 01/28/2010 12:00 AM |
| Jack prevents load from lowing without user input |
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OTC's new premium 5206 and 5210 HD (heavy duty) service jacks incorporate a safety
"dead-man's" control system that prevents a load from lowering without continuous, active input
from the user.
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| 01/28/2010 12:00 AM |
| Provide compressed air with new filter dryer |
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The Tsunami Suburban Filter Dryer uses the latest technology to provide clean, dry compressed
air.
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| 01/26/2010 12:00 AM |
| Get gas info with new iPhone app |
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Honeywell Consumer Products Group, in conjunction with App Cubby, has released "Gas Cubby by
FRAM," a free, sponsored version of App Cubby's iPhone app Gas Cubby.
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| 01/26/2010 12:00 AM |
| All-in-one tool pounds, cuts, puts back together |
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The Snap-on Hammer/Knife/Tape Combination Kit (CHUKTM30) has a variety of applications for both
professionals and do-it-yourselfers.
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| 01/26/2010 12:00 AM |
| Thexton offers accessory to bleeder kit |
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Universal Master Cylinder Plug Kit, Part No. 803P, is an accessory to Thexton's Universal Master
Cylinder Bleeder Kit, Part No. 803X.
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| 01/26/2010 12:00 AM |
| Tachometers bring back the notalgia |
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Sunpro introduces its line of Retro Tachometers featuring the nostalgic styling of the past enhanced
by the modern electronics of today.
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| 01/26/2010 12:00 AM |
| Automatic drain takes care of contaminants |
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The Tsunami Moisture Minder EDV automatic drain is an innovative solenoid design. The valve body
incorporates a self-cleaning feature where a fixed strainer screen removes contaminants before reaching the valve
orifice.
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| 01/26/2010 12:00 AM |
| Hunter teaching tire changing through various topics |
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Hunter Help offers quick, convenient instruction on a variety of balancing and tire changing topics to
help shops provide better service and boost productivity.
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Automotive Tools and Equipment
| 02/01/2010 12:00 AM |
| TSBs and Recall information |
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Some of the latest technical service bulletins and safey recalls in the automotive
industry.
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| 01/01/2010 12:00 AM |
| TSBs and Recall information |
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Some of the latest technical service bulletins and safey recalls in the automotive
industry.
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| 11/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| A more economical suspension system can help raise profits |
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With many consumers pinching pennies these days, it's getting more difficult to sell a traditional
suspension lift, along with a wheel and tire upgrade. The cost of a typical suspension lift could run into the
thousands of dollars. But there is an affordable alternative, called a body lift, which allows enthusiasts to raise
trucks as much as 6 inches.
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| 11/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| TSBs and Recall information |
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Some of the latest technical service bulletins and safey recalls in the automotive
industry
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| 10/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| TSBs and Recall information |
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Some of the latest technical service bulletins and safey recalls in the automotive
industry.
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| 10/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| Getting the lowdown on suspension lowering for Corvettes |
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Getting ground-hugging stance on a vehicle used to be a low-tech affair, sometimes consisting of
merely cutting a coil out of spring with a blowtorch. While this backyard procedure might have achieved the look,
the ride and handling often were negatively impacted, sometimes to the point of becoming downright hazardous. Times
have changed, and so have suspensions, especially on sophisticated sports cars like the Corvette.
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| 09/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| Going way beyond straight Hemi HP |
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There's an old truism in the automotive business that horsepower is what sells, but torque is what
moves the car. Well, offering a supercharger actually gives you a dramatic power-adder that can raise the
performace of both a customer's vehicle and your shop revenues.
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| 08/31/2009 12:00 AM |
| Choosing the right tool cart for your shop's needs |
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Carts are available in just about every possible variety, from a simple two tray unit, to super wide
units with six or more drawers and a flip lid, not to mention roll cabinets. So how can you decide among the wide
selection of tool carts on the market?
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| 08/03/2009 12:00 AM |
| New CP wrench changes direction with just one finger |
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Chicago Pneumatic is standing its impact wrenches up against others with the release of the CP7749, a
?-inch pneumatic impact wrench that can balance upright on its own and change direction with just one finger. The
company?s new wrench made its debut in early August, and features not only perfect balance, but patent-pending
forward/reverse technology directly above the trigger.
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| 08/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| TSBs and Recall information |
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Some of the latest technical service bulletins and safey recalls in the automotive
industry.
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| 08/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| Tuning the chassis can solve the handling mystery |
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Just as tuning your customer's engine can make a dramatic impact on performance, so too can tuning the
chassis. As an analogy, you could compare a car to a professional boxer. The level of conditioning needed to win in
the arena is not merely power and speed — you also need agility and endurance. In automotive terms,
that would involve properly setting up the suspension.
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| 06/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| TSBs and Recall information |
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Some of the latest technical service bulletins and safey recalls in the automotive
industry.
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| 06/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| Increasing truck fuel capacity can pay for itself |
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We've seen some fairly broad swings in fuel prices over the last year or so. That simple fact alone
means there are several good reasons for increasing the fuel capacity of a diesel pickup. With a larger tank, a
customer can shop around for the best price on fuel, and saving a few extra cents per gallon can really add up over
time, even offsetting the cost of the tank.
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| 03/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| Toolbox |
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Check out the latest new chemicals, vehicle parts, repair shop tools and more in our toolbox
feature.
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| 03/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| Understanding the DVOM's abilities with vehicle electrical systems |
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Today's technician needs to understand the fundamentals of how electrical circuits work, how to read
wiring schematics and how to test these circuits. The third starts with becoming comfortable in using that
fundamental electrical testing tool: the Digital Volt-Ohm Meter (DVOM), also referred to as a Digital
Multimeter.
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| 03/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| Factory Bulletins |
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Some of the latest technical service bulletins and safey recalls in the automotive
industry.
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| 03/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| Shifting gears to bring transmission work into your bays |
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Removing a transmission on a late-model vehicle can often involve removing an entire subframe and
steering rack, and using an array of special holding and lifting tools. It's a huge endeavor, so checking carefully
to see if there are other possible causes for the problem can be a great timesaver, too.
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| 03/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| Motor Age Garage: Broken door locks an issue on Dodge Caravan |
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Vehicles sitting on car lots can experience a lot of problems because they sit for long periods of
time. Batteries aren't unhooked, and can drain. On this Dodge Caravan, the driver door lock was
malfunctioning.
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| 03/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| Examining crank/cam sensor errors and their diagnoses |
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Engine need air, fuel and spark to start, and they must be correctly timed. But when either the crank
position sensor or the cam position sensor is lost, the ECM may shut down ignition, injection or both. But codes
typically set and extended cranking may be required. So understanding the relationship between the signals is as
important as the signals themselves.
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| 03/01/2009 12:00 AM |
| Using the 9 modes of Global OBDII in diagnostics |
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Each shop I've ever worked in, from dealer to independent, has offered Check Engine Light diagnosis as
a part of its basic menu of services. Thanks to on-board diagnostics (OBDII) standards, each scan I used tool had
access to the same information regardless of the nameplate on the car, using the Global OBDII selection on the
tool's menu. Let's look at each mode scan tools display.
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