Crossword Puzzle: April 2014
Across 1. Camshaft protrusions 4. Recall reasons 8. Radiator liquid 9. Uneven carburetion term 10. Acorn or castellated fasteners 11. Ignition irregularities 13. Car-wax label creature 15. Uplifting service-bay sights 18. Bendix-drive components 19. Shop’s claim on repaired car 22. US crash-test agency, briefly (1,1,1,1,1) 23. Motorcycle stunt 24. Often-upgraded dash items 25. Items with
Staying ‘Current’ on Ignition Coil Changes
During the past century, ignition coil configurations have evolved from oil-filled canister to epoxy-filled to e-core to waste spark and to the most modern coil-on-plug or “pencil” coils. Whatever the configuration, an ignition coil creates a spark by transforming amperage into volts. To illustrate, an oil-filled ignition coil might require about 4 amperes of current
Venturing Into Duramax Territory
Back in the 1990s, GM wasn’t making too many waves in the diesel truck market. The 6.2L and 6.5L engines had been around for sometime, but they were no match for the release of the Cummins 6BT in the Dodge truck in 1989 and the Ford Powerstroke in 1994. GM never really had a strong
Internships Can be a Great Stepping Stone
Even though you are still in school, now is the time to start thinking about your career path. And one of the best ways to get on-the-job training while you continue your education is through an internship or apprenticeship. Though internships sometimes come with a bad reputation that entail running errands and getting coffee, they
Crossword Puzzle: March 2014
Across 1. Hourly repair-labor cost (4,4) 5. Auto-repair pro, briefly 9. Today’s tires, typically 10. Roller-cabinet contents 11. Tire-puncture cause, perhaps 12. Hypoid lubricants (4,4) 14. Ratchet attachment 16. Shock-absorber ____ test 19. Rubber-to-rim contact point (4,4) 20. Uwanted brake or clutch contact 23. Off-roaders’ route, often 24. Popular pickup size (4,3) 25. Valve clearance
Why You’re Special to Today’s Workforce
The saying, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks,” is becoming more relevant in terms of expanding business in the technological world. Aged workers may have a difficult time adapting to the constantly changing environment, and in this day and age, technology is not a mere suggestion like a new paint job, but a
Book Report: Auto Brand: Building Successful Car Brands for the Future
With the history of the car industry being largely a history of brands, industry expert Anders Parment discusses car brands and car buying changes in his new book Auto Brand, charting the shift from over 40 leading car makers in 1970 to the current 10. With findings from original research – 4,700 survey answers and
Coming of Age: Dodge Cummins Diesel
When you hear the name Cummins, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Most of the time, if you have any knowledge of trucks, a Dodge truck is the first thing that comes to mind. The Cummins diesel engine has always had a great reputation for reliable diesel power. Though the Cummins diesel
Brake Job: 2000-’06
The third-generation Hyundai Elantra is the vehicle that put the Korean automaker on the map. With a roomy interior and a reliable drivetrain, the Elantra sold well to a wide demographic of import and domestic buyers. The brake system, for the most part, is generic and not difficult to service. In this article, we’ll be
Crossword Puzzle: February 2014
Across 1. Drivetrain components 8. Imported petroleum (4,3) 9. Palindromic brake component 10. Racers’ quick-service areas 11. Ominous engine sound 13. Speed ____, tire-sidewall info 15. Oxygen ____, exhaust-manifold item 18. Tire’s tread-sidewall junction 19. Engine anti-leak device 22. Unpaid car-plant worker 23. Sidewall height-to-width ratio 24. Radiator diagnostic procedures (8,5) Down 1. Interstate-patrolling officer