November, 2010 Archives - Tomorrows Technician
Service Advisor: “Pouring” Over GM’s LT1 Engine and its Reverse Flow Technology

Like the saying goes, ‘Cooler Heads Prevail’

Report Card — Michigan Muscle

Matthew Reinke from Mount Pleasant, MI, proudly shows off his 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix GT.

The Real World: In It to Win It — Grassroots Racing Engine Work

There are some basic differences to building an engine for road racing applications versus for circle track or drag racing. And, there are differences in your customers who are looking to have their engines modified.

Undercover: Putting the Brakes on Toyota Hybrid Service Fears

The Prius was introduced in 2001. The rotor and caliper are the same as the Echo, Scion Xa/Xb and MR2. In 2004, Toyota changed the brake system when it upgraded the batteries and electric motor.

Crossword Puzzle: November 2010

Across 1. Rotating part in starter motor 5. Lingerie for cars 9. Prize money paid by race promoter 10. Car-museum bigwig 11. Shock absorber ____ and rebound strokes 12. Remove an engine’s parts 14. Generic term for modified car 16. Piston’s TDC to BDC travel 19. Bond’s "Casino Royale" car, ____ Martin 21. Sole color