2009 Editions Archives - Page 7 of 8 - Tomorrows Technician
Tire Talk: Turning Stock to Rock

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Bolt-on Lift/Lower Kits Simplify Installation

Tool Rules: Sniffing Out Engine Problems

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Many technicians think an emissions analyzer is only useful for troubleshooting emission faults or for verifying a vehicle is in emissions compliance (not polluting). Truth is, an emissions analyzer is a great tool for diagnosing a wide variety of engine performance problems, even coolant leaks due to a blown head gasket.

Service Advisor: Impacting Consumer Oil Change Habits

Is it a good idea for you to try and save your future customers 50% or more on their oil change services?

Undercover Take II: Becoming Unbalanced

Tricks and Tips to Help You Handle Common Ride Complaints

Undercover: Suspension Upgrades for the Sport Compacts

Unfortunately, too many hot-rod sport compacts don’t have enough suspension upgrades to handle their muscle-car horsepower. Import specialist shops may be asked, on an increasing basis, to align, modify or fine-tune increasingly elaborate suspension systems.

YAWA: You Asked, We Answered

This month, we answer some of your questions on water pumps.

Bodyworks: Working on Hybrids: a Body Shop Primer

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Hybrids account for only 1% of all U.S. light-vehicle sales, which actually presents a dilemma for shops: Because hybrids aren’t all that common (yet), shops aren’t as familiar with the potential hazards as they should be.

Under the Hood: Cutting Back on Carbs?

Performance Carburetors Continue to ‘Stick’ Around

TT February ’09 Pop Quiz: Chassis System

Choose the answer that best completes the following statements or questions.

Report Card: Fueling Careers in High Performance

Students attending the Ohio Technical College’s (OTC) High Performance and Racing program highlight the cover from the February 2009 issue.

Real World: Vehicle Electronics Revolution Becomes a Reality for Washington Automotive Students

Delphi awards service tools to “Pop Quiz” winners in Walla Walla, WA.