Free Tech Series Training Offered By Timken
Created by certified technicians and Timken engineers, the Timken Tech Series focuses on light and commercial vehicle product training.
Timken Launches New Training Videos For Automotive Techs
The Timken Co. has announced the launch of three new training videos. Timken provides tips to automotive technicians through a series of brief videos titled “Tricks of the Trade.” The three new videos cover the following topics: Effect of corrosion on anti-lock braking system (ABS) sensors: How to resolve ABS brake system problems by removing
UAF Kicks Off 2021 AWDA Aftermarket Challenge
The 2020 challenge raised more than $177,000 for scholarships and industry education.
How Does A Single Impact Cause Wheel Bearing Noise? (VIDEO)
Wheel bearings are made of tough heat-treated steel. This video is sponsored by The Group Training Academy.
Wheel Bearing Adjustment And Preload Procedures
Tapered roller bearings can carry a heavy load because of a larger contact patch between the rollers and races.
Ride Of The Week: 1948 Nash Tow Truck
The Nash “Haul-Thrift” truck was destined to become a machine that you didn’t see every day. From 1947 to 1954, Nash built only 4,998 of them.
Wheel Hub Damage Analysis
To diagnose the cause of bearing damage, look closely at damaged hubs and compare customers’ hubs with the photos in this article.
Worn Wheel Hub Bearing Symptoms
Driving conditions and installation practices can damage a worn hub. These symptoms often indicate wheel bearing damage.
Auto Parts Manufacturers Create ‘SERVICE-EDU’ Training Program
SERVICE-EDU is a new training program for professional automotive service and repair technicians from four premier OE automotive parts manufacturers: Gates, MAHLE, NGK Spark Plugs and Timken. Training will be held at regional Universal Technical Institute (UTI) campus locations across the United States.
Bearing Straights – Diagnosing Brinelling And Non-Noise Bearing Failures
In the good old days, most serviceable wheel bearings were maintained at least every 25,000 to 30,000 miles during a brake job. During this process, the races, stub axles and cages could be inspected for damage and replaced, if necessary.