A playlist of videos from a recent trip to a Dorman contributor’s personal shop.
A visit to Elite JDM (VIDEO)
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New techs: hang in there. An old transmission pan mystery exemplifies the difficulties of being a mechanic
What do you do when a part isn’t in an IPD/fiche?
Choosing the right brake fluid
Just because it says “DOT 4” on the bottle doesn’t mean it’s the correct DOT 4 for the vehicle.
Five ways repair shops can address the rising costs of car ownership
The struggle is real for many of your customers.
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When a Voltmeter Isn’t Enough (Video)
Many high-end scan tools come with a capable digital storage oscilloscope. Time to put that tool to work.
Smarter, not harder: relative compression testing
Analyzing a new trick I learned from an old dog.
Can’t break that crank bolt loose? You need a crank socket (VIDEO)
Crank fasteners are often a real pain to remove. Mechanics with expensive impact wrenches and large breaker bars struggle to remove them—but there’s a better way.
So you want to restore a classic or build a kit car? Think twice.
Unless you’re a professional mechanic or a hardcore DIYer, I suggest you focus on building memories instead of a car.
EGR system – ASE practice questions (VIDEO)
Under what conditions would the EGR system be expected to be operational? We have the correct answer.
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Auto care news and advice you can use.
Are You Properly Checking Hub Bearings For Wear? (VIDEO)
Pete Meier explains how a dial indicator is necessary for a true wear check.
ASE test prep requires more than sample questions (VIDEO)
Do you have a study guide to prepare for your ASE exams? Which parts of that study guide do you use the most? Dorman Training Center instructor Pete Meier explains.
The TPMS tool that pays for itself
Why wouldn’t your shop purchase a few of these?
Tapping V6 – ASE practice questions (VIDEO)
Two technicians are examining a tapping sound coming from a V6 engine. See who has the correct response about what’s causing the noise.
Buy once, cry once: Auto parts that are worth the extra cost (VIDEO)
We’ve all heard the expression “buy once, cry once,” and for some auto parts, those are words of wisdom. For others, it might be an unnecessary expense.
VIDEOS
When NOT selling helps business
You don’t want to sell every job. Trust me.
Why “topping off” a gas tank can be an expensive mistake (VIDEO)
When the pump automatically shuts off after filling a vehicle’s tank, many people are tempted to add a little more gas. Unfortunately, this can do more harm than good, and the repair bills could add up quickly.
Why don’t you keep gloves in your car’s glove box? (VIDEO)
It isn’t the “registration and insurance card box,” after all.