Tool Rules: Welding on the Spot
Due to the misconceptions and lack of knowledge regarding squeeze-type resistance spot welding and its equipment, we conducted a welding machine challenge — a test that would simulate working on a vehicle and help school instructors, shop owners and collision techs make better decisions when purchasing a machine.
2008 Winner — Waubonsee Community College is the Head of the Class
Chicago Pneumatic, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of high-performance aftermarket tools, accessories and compressors, and Tomorrow’s Technician (TT) awarded the inaugural TT School of Year Award to Waubonsee Community College (WCC) in Sugar Grove, IL, on April 16, 2008. WCC automotive course instructors Ken Kunz and Jim Armitage received the inaugural TT School of Year Award plaque from Tomorrow’s Technician staff
Chicago Pneumatic Returns to NHRA as Major Sponsor
Continues Partnership with Ringers Gloves, Starts New One with Wyotech
Service Advisor: Time to Make a Tool Decision
Discovering special tools to change timing belts
May 2007 Crossword Puzzle
Across 1. Ratchet adjuncts 5. Units of auto-electric current 8. Critical spark plug dimension 9. Gasoline + _____ = Gasohol 10. Uplifting item for engine hood (4,3) 11. Torque ____, dynamometer display 12. Engages, e.g. gears 14. Retreaded tires, briefly 17. Explosive ’07 Dodge model 19. Automatic-transmission action 22. Hypoid lubricant, in other words (4,3)
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
The Great Brake Rotor Debate – Resurface or Replace?
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in Brake & Front End
Service Advisor – Specialty Engine Oils: Are They Really Different?
Higher Mileage Engine Oils
Real World – Cruising to a Speed Record
You could say it all began about two years ago with a goal of reaching the Bonneville 200 MPH Club. In the spring semester of 2005 at Utah Valley State College, Orem, UT, I taught a High Performance Engine Rebuilding class and thought that my 1969 Chevrolet El Camino and a land speed record goal