Glossary of aftermarket terms
Abrasives: Substances used to wear away a surface by friction. Accessories: Comfort, convenience and safety products not essential to the performance of a vehicle, such as audio, security products, floor mats and seat covers. Additives: Chemicals that are added to the engine, cooling system, air conditioning system or transmission to maintain or enhance performance. Appearance
De-Bugging New Beetle Engine Quirks
Adapted from Larry Bailly’s articles in Import Car
Picking up Bad Vibes: Diagnosing a Shake, Rattle & Roll
Adapted from Larry Carley’s Article in Brake & Front End
AskPatty.com Sponsors Car Care Council Women’s Board Assists with Tech Scholarships
BETHESDA, MD — The Car Care Council Women’s Board has announced that AskPatty.com is a sponsor of the 2007 Women’s Board. “We are very pleased to have AskPatty.com as a sponsor of the Women’s Board and we truly thank them for their generous support of our group,” said Katie Noga, president, Car Care Council
Report Card: SC Student Is Performance-Driven
by Ed Sunkin
Tire Talk – Handling the Load Wheel Bearing Diagnosis
Although wheel bearings are often the most neglected part of the vehicle, they nevertheless have a critical job to do, and in most cases, do it very well. Not only are wheel bearings designed to support the weight of the vehicle and allow it to travel over a road with a minimum of rolling friction,
The Great Brake Rotor Debate – Resurface or Replace?
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in Brake & Front End
Getting a Charge out of Electrical Diagnostics
Adapted from Glen Beanard’s article in Underhood Service
Real World: Anything Is Possible – If You Follow Your Dream
When the Permatex Follow A Dream Racing team captured its first race championship at the 2005 OReilly Spring Nationals in Houston, TX, it was much more than a national win in the NHRA Top Alcohol Funny Car Series. It was a phenomenal victory in the pursuit of a dream that, on paper, stood little chance,
Engine Series – Rebuilding GM’s Big-Cube Engines
Adapted from Doc Frohmaders article in Underhood Service