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Alignment and Inner Tie Rod Play – ASE Practice Question (VIDEO)

A vehicle with MacPherson strut suspension is in for tires and an alignment. The technician finds play in the left inner tie rod end. What should the customer be told?

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A/C bypass pulleys: a history lesson on a part you can’t get from a dealer

Accessory belt drive evolution can provide some clues for the most efficient way to get a customer back on the road.

The pros (and more than a few cons) of chrome

Although I love the look of chrome on cars, there are very good reasons why it’s not used much anymore.

PSA: Make sure your Loctite isn’t fake!

Copycat Loctite is more common than you’d think. Learn how to check for counterfeit products.

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Shop Profile: Hansville Repair

71 years of success started at the end of the road.

Ranking the best fictional TV mechanics

From Colonel Hogan to Mr. T to Fonzie, here’s a completely unscientific list of television wrenches.

Jeep Spotter’s Guide (VIDEO)

ID Jeeps generation by generation with a few easy tricks.

Quiz: Can you prove how big of a car nerd you are?

Is your brain filled with automobilia obscurity? Prove it.

Does your shop handle performance work?

Here are a few things consider before taking on work that falls beyond the scope of repair or maintenance.

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