The Rust Belt and the Salt Belt may sound similar, and you might even hear them used interchangeably, but they are distinct names that any automotive professional or enthusiast should know. Take a few seconds to get the real story on these terms.
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We’ve all heard the question that starts like this. So will you lend tools?
Smarter, not harder: relative compression testing
Analyzing a new trick I learned from an old dog.
The best explanation of a differential is from 1937
Featuring state-of-the-art editing, this video is still relevant nearly a century later.
What is a core charge?
A little glimpse into the world of making old parts new.
How to use a refractometer
Dorman trainer Pete Meier turned me on to a handy new tool.
Transfer cases: Married vs. divorced FAQ (VIDEO)
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Square drive: make or buy before you need ‘em
Female metric square drive plugs were new to me. They might be to you, too.
Tire service tips (that aren’t just for new technicians)
The habits you form first can be the hardest ones to break.
Creative repurposing: Shims have all sorts of uses in an automotive shop
There are applications for shims besides fixing camber and panel gaps.
Don’t let your scanner go unprotected
Faults in the car pay you. Faults in the scanner cost you.
Give your customers extra grease
Especially for your mechanically-inclined clientele, sometimes a fingerful of clean grease is a lifesaver.
This tungsten scraper is my new favorite tool.
A fellow YouTuber recommended it. Why not give it a try?