autocarepro: news - Issue: January 26, 2010

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January 26, 2010

Robinair Rolls Out New 34988 Premium A/C RRR Machine New level of accuracy gives the user the ability to inject dye, flush a vehicle's A/C system, save before and after service data, and print that data to provide service information to the customer. More...

Beck/Arnley Adds New Videos to Website Each video focuses on a different aspect of the company, with titles including: Parts Made Right, Life Made Easy; The Beck/Arnley Difference; and The Power of the Brand. More...

New Permatex Low VOC Gasket Remover Features Fast Acting Foam Formula and Innovative Brush Tip Applicator The advanced gasket remover reduces need for scraping and grinding; and eliminates potential flange damage. More...

Cliplight Introduces New Flexible Head LED with Industrial-Strength Magnet With "bend anywhere and stay there" flexibility, this light meets the exacting needs and standards of technicians looking for ways to be more productive. More...

Tech Feature: Boosting Profits Through Turbocharger Services A turbo's basic purpose is to boost power, so when an otherwise healthy engine suddenly becomes anemic, it often (but not always) means turbo trouble. More...

Matco Tools Introduces Three-Piece Seal and O-Ring Puller Set Matco Tools' Three-Piece Seal and O-Ring Puller Set quickly and easily removes O-Rings, and grease and oil seals. More...

Mitchell 1's Business Performance Services Partner, Elite, Launches New Website In addition to offering a number of world-class products by Mitchell 1, Elite's new website is revolutionary with the breadth and depth of affordable solutions it provides to the auto repair industry. More...

Snap-on's New Software Bundle 9.4 Provides Easy Diagnosis of Ford Misfires Snap-on's Software Bundle 9.4 also includes 45,000 new enhancements to codes, data and tests, plus new and expanded Troubleshooter tips that go back to 1981. More...

Perspectives: The Way You Want It or The Way They Want It You need to ask your customers how and when they want information. And, once you receive their answers, you must be ready to respond. More...

Pro-Cut's PFM 9.2 On-Car Lathe Provides Technicians with Live Digital Readout Pro-Cut PFM on-car lathes use a sensor, computer and precise drive system to automatically align the lathe so the resulting machined rotor is tailored to turn perfectly true regardless of irregularities in the vehicle's hub. More...

Dozens of Additional Vehicle Models Now Factory Equipped with Litens' OAD Decouplers The rapidly growing popularity of this sophisticated technology - now featured on more than 60 popular applications - is changing the way parts providers and repair professionals specify alternators, belts and pulleys for replacement applications. More...

Federated to Sponsor NASCAR's Kenny Wallace in 2010 Federated will be the primary sponsor of Wallace and the Jay Robinson Racing Chevrolet in eight NASCAR Nationwide Series races in 2010 including the Federated 300 on June 5 in Nashville. Federated will also be an associate sponsor of the Jay Robinson Racing Chevrolet for the remainder of the season.... More...

Tech Tip: Toyota Charging Improvement at Idle Some customers with a 1998-2003 Sienna may complain of a low battery or no-start condition after running the engine at idle or low RPM for extended periods of time with several accessories on during high-temperature conditions. A new alternator has been developed to improve charging performance at idle.... More...