UnderCover: Knowing Nivomats: Dissecting A Load Sensing Shock
The Nivomat system does more than just level the vehicle under load. As the load increases, the pressure inside the shock increases as oil is displaced from the reservoir to the inside of the unit, compressing the gas volume. This creates a progressive increase in spring rate and damping with little or no change to ride frequency.
Service Advisor: Let It Ride
15 Ride Control Tips for Selling the Job Right
TT September Pop Quiz: Chassis
This month’s pop quiz addresses the chassis system. Choose the answer that best completes the following statements or questions.
(Note – Answer key provided following the Pop Quiz – answers in bold.)
Service Advisor: Giving the Sway Bar a Tune Up
Unless the chassis anti-roll bar — also called the sway bar or stabilizer — is making noise, it tends to be missed when the suspension is serviced. Here’s how to provide a proper undercar inspection to the Sway Bar components.
Tire Talk: Turning Stock to Rock
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Bolt-on Lift/Lower Kits Simplify Installation
WyoTech Students Build Powerful New Rock Racer for Determined Driver Clay Egan
Clay Egan, a paraplegic race car driver, uses his modified vehicle to compete in UROC and XRRA events.
Hundreds Take Part in Inaugural Women’s Car Care Clinic Sponsored by Belle Tire and Monroe
Hands-On Sessions Help Detroit-Area Women Become More Comfortable and Confident in Dealing with Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Monroe Lobbies Consumers to “Save a Squirrel”
The “Save a Squirrel” campaign advises consumers that vehicle steering, stopping and stability characteristics depend on the “Safety Triangle” undercar system of shock absorbers, struts, brakes and related parts
15 Ride Control Tips
Tips That Will Help You Sell a Ride Control Job – and Do it Right
Universal Technical Institute Teams Up with NASCAR Angels
NASCAR’s nationally-syndicated reality television show helps deserving people in need of a transportation fix