Crossword Puzzle: October 2008
Across 1. Dimensions defining cylinder displacement (4,3,6) 8. Explosive ’07 Dodge model 9. Type of abnormal tire-tread wear 10. Diesel equivalent of gasoline octane 11. Hot-rod cylinder count, commonly 13. Piston-ring specification (3,3) 15. Safety device, trunk ____ latch 18. Term for replaceable cylinder sleeve 20. Cylinder inlets and outlets, ____ valves 23. Periodic engine-maintenance
Tool Rules: Passing of the Torch – Part II: Using Oxyacetylene Torches in the Shop
Note: For Part I of this article, which focuses on heating and cutting, see the Back Issues link under the MAGAZINES header on the homepage.
Hot Wheels: Vehicle Theft Continuing to Decline
Seven of Top Ten Models Stolen are Import Vehicles
HEVy Metal
Service Tips for a Growing Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Population
What Dreams May Come
Opinion Piece by Ed Sunkin, editor Tomorrow’s Technician
Service Advisor: Time to Make a Tool Decision
Discovering special tools to change timing belts
Torque.TV Adds Drag Racing to Its Motorsport Channel Line Up
Torque.TV, the digital television network for motorheads, announced the premiere of Night Under Fire 2007 coverage on its Motorsport channel.
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)
Valvoline and Sears Auto Centers Partner for Auto Service, NASCAR Racing
LEXINGTON, KY – Sears Auto Centers and Vavoline have announced that Vavoline will be the primary brand of motor oil offered at all 850-plus Sears Auto Centers. “We build relationships with our customers at Sears one customer at a time,” said Kevin Carr, vice president of sales and operations for Sears Auto Centers. “With quality
Getting a Charge out of Electrical Diagnostics
Adapted from Glen Beanard’s article in Underhood Service