Stacked Alignment: Solving Lead/Pull Conditions
An engineer’s definition of lead/pull condition is chassis and tire conditions that require steering input to achieve travel in the desired direction. For a technician, it is about capturing what the driver is experiencing.
VIDEO: Let’s Talk Medium-Duty Truck Tire Spec’ing
The two most important variables to consider are the specific application of the vehicle and weight considerations. Beyond that, gross vehicle weight rating and ride-height requirement, along with durability, traction and climate considerations should all be taken into account.
Tips For Maintaining Commercial Tires This Winter
Tire inspection should begin with tread depth measurements across the complete tread surface. It is best to measure tread depth in two locations, usually 180 degrees apart.
T2 Top 10: Tire Wear Patterns
A tire can tell you a lot about your vehicle. Here are the 10 most common wear patterns and what causes them.
TPMS Procedures On Domestic Vehicles
From 2006-’09, Ford used banded sensors that are mounted in the center of the rim, 180º from the valve stem. In 2010, Ford reverted to the valve stem mounted sensors. Some replacement sensor suppliers have snap-in sensors that can eliminate the need for a banded sensor.
Undercover: Lessons In Off-Road Suspension Systems
There’s a lot more to building a rugged off-road vehicle than just raising the suspension height and installing big tires and wheels.
March 2017 Crossword Puzzle
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Ford TPMS Relearn And Training Procedures
Ford embraced tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) as early as the 2002 model year on the Explorer and Windstar. These systems can be either direct or indirect.
Camaro ZL1 Goes For 200 MPH
Chevrolet tested the max velocity of the ZL1 (with 10-speed automatic) on the High Speed Oval at Germany’s Automotive Testing Papenburg GmBH proving ground.
Ball Joints, Bushings & Alignment – Steering Systems Under Stress
A variance in either the toe angle or Ackerman angle caused by worn ball joints and tie rod ends can turn a laser-precision steering system into a non laser-precision driving experience.
