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Ask the Expert and Tech Tips
Tech Tip: XC60 HVAC blower always on
ALLDATA
May 14, 2024
Volvo owner came into a shop complaining that their HVAC blower ran constantly.
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The Garage
Battery and electrical service 101
Roy Dennis Ripple
May 14, 2024
When it comes to battery and electrical service, your diagnosis should be made using both your equipment and your experience as a technician.
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Tool Reviews
Tool Review: Electronic Specialties Relay Fuse Buddy
Matt Fanslow
May 13, 2024
Reviewed by Matt Fanslow, diagnostic tech/shop manager at Riverside Automotive in Red Wing, Minnesota.
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Tool Reviews
Tool Review: Gray Tools 16-pc Insulated Hex Bit Socket Set, No. 25061-I
Phil Fournier
May 10, 2024
Reviewed by Phil Fournier, owner of Phil's Auto Clinic in Hemet, California.
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The balancing act
Emily Markham
May 9, 2024
Finding a happy medium between your work life and your personal life isn’t easy, but there are some strategies you can follow to get started.
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Tool Reviews
Tool Review: Milton Industries Water & Air Industrial POWER WAND
Brian Culotta
May 9, 2024
Reviewed by Brian Culotta, shop foreman and master technician at Dave's Auto Care in Willoughby, Ohio.
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Tool Reviews
Tool Review: Sorbothane Soft-Blow Mallet
Brian Culotta
May 8, 2024
Reviewed by Brian Culotta, master technician and shop foreman at Dave's Auto Care in WIlloughby, Ohio.
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Tool Reviews
Tool Review: Lokithor Car Battery Jumper Charger, No. J402
John Baumgardt III
May 6, 2024
Reviewed by John Baumgardt, owner, operator, and technician at Baumgardt's Auto Repair in Fillmore, Indiana.
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The Garage
Up Close: Streamlight Wedge XT
Streamlight, Inc.
April 25, 2024
The light's handy tail switch and ergonomic design allow technicians to operate it with just one hand.
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Up Close: Mayhew Tools 6-pc Slotted and Phillips Hi-Vis Handled Screwdriver Sets
Mayhew Tools
April 23, 2024
The fluorescent handles provide easy visibility of the tools while helping to keep them from being misplaced.
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The Garage
Up Close: Electronic Specialties Fuse Buddy Mini Kit, No. 309A
April 19, 2024
The kit reads circuit amperage draws by plugging directly into the fuse receptacle at the fuse box.
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The Garage
Up Close: Oasis Scientific Vividia CX-6010i Borescope
Oasis Scientific Inc.
April 18, 2024
The CX-6010i allows technicians to take well-lit pictures and videos of hard-to-reach places.
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Let’s talk numbers
Emily Markham
April 9, 2024
The Aftermarket Profile is back with all the information you need to know about what your fellow shop owners and technicians are purchasing for tools and equipment.
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Tool Reviews
Tool Review: ARES Tool Locking Impact Socket Extension Set
Brin Kline
April 8, 2024
Reviewed by Brin Kline, owner and technician at Assured Auto Works in Melbourne, Florida.
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