It's hard to believe that August 2024 is already here, but there's not much we can do about that. Fortunately, VehicleServicePros.com has produced some fascinating content this week that serves as a nice distraction from the unstopping march of time. Here are the top five articles that appeared on the site this week.
5. Torque wrench and threaded fastener tips
Motor Age editor Mike Mavrigian took the time to break down everything you need to know to truly understand and utilize torque wrenches and threaded fasteners. Regardless of whether you're a technician, tool distributor, shop owner, or just an automotive enthusiast, this guide almost certainly has something to offer you. Read the complete article here.
4. Routine Tesla Service
Tesla has been a unique brand in the automotive industry since its inception in the early 2000s, and for some people in the industry, it's been nothing but trouble. For others, however, it provides them an opportunity to make more money and expand their services. Jeff Taylor gives us an excellent introduction to and explainer for typical Tesla service in this article, which you can read here.
3. Most popular Show Me Your Truck articles 2024
Our list of the top Show Me Your Truck stories of the year so far reveals plenty of reasons why Show Me Your Truck has been one of Professional Distributor's most popular articles for so long. Check out some of the most successful tool trucks and distributors' insights here.
2. Powerstroke engine choked under pressure
Motor Age technical editor Brandon Steckler gives the rundown on solving the malfunction behind a 2005 6.0L Powerstroke diesel engine's struggles and gives us the reasons behind the eventual diagnosis and solution for the problem. Find out how this mysterious choking got fixed for good here.
1. Wrench Tales #6: Chris Martino
Dealing with diesels can be a headache for some technicians, but in this episode of Wrench Tales, Brandon Steckler and Chris Martino of ADAS LI, in Long Island, New York, take us through solving a no-start/no-communication complaint without even getting anyone's hands dirty. Watch the full episode and learn about Martino's sneaky and efficient approach here.
