In this video, Andrew Markel of TD’s sister publication Shop Owner answers the following questions about wheel bearings:
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Autel has introduced new Bay Max 12K and Bay Max 14K lifts, which are flush-mounted hydraulic scissor lifts with twin 6K and 7K Jacking Beams, respectively, and a Floor Lift Table. The new lifts mark Autel’s entrance into the lift market. The company says they can allow technicians to perform re-scan, visual inspection, and mechanical
Autel has introduced new Bay Max 12K and Bay Max 14K lifts, which are flush-mounted hydraulic scissor lifts with twin 6K and 7K Jacking Beams, respectively, and a Floor Lift Table.
The new lifts mark Autel's entrance into the lift market. The company says they can allow technicians to perform re-scan, visual inspection, and mechanical repair to a four-wheel alignment and calibration of all ADAS systems.
BendPak has introduced two new double-wide parking lifts: PL-12000DP and PL-12000DPS. BendPak says these lifts will allow shops to securely store four vehicles in two parking spots. Related Articles – RatioTek introduces new tuner kit for Ram trucks – Sonnax highlights GM 4L heavy-duty input shafts – GFX introduces Ford, GM steel packs BendPak notes
Transtar has launched a new ad campaign that features musician Vanilla Ice, the “Ice Ice Baby” hitmaker, promoting its vehicle air conditioning (AC) product line. The Transtar AC product line is the organization’s first entry into non-transmission or driveline parts. Related Articles – Al La Rocca passes away – HECAT to cease operations – Allison
Rotary announced the release of the new XA12 Alignment Scissor Lift, a small bay alignment lift with a large four-wheel alignment wheelbase range. Related Articles – Sonnax introduces Ford 6R140 bypass blocker valve kit – Sonnax introduces Sure Cure Kit for GM 6L80, 6L90 – GFX introduces two new filters, two new hard parts The
Overhead Door Brand, a manufacturer of residential and commercial door solutions, has launched the new EverServe Aluminum Glass Door model 521s, a sectional door that the company says provides maximum light infiltration and a springless design within sectional platform. Related Articles – ALI expands manual, offers digital edition – Dynamic introduces new ratchet line –
Dent Fix Equipment has introduced the new Body Buggy DF-BB104, which the company says allows users to more easily move a disabled vehicle. Related Articles – Matco Tools introduces new flood light/spotlight/sensor combination – 10 tips to help you stay safe in the bay – Looking at alignment from a few different angles The Body
Matco Tools has introduced the new MWLZFG light. According to the company, this new light comprises a flood light, spotlight and human body detection sensor technology in one. Related Articles – Lubegard announces new Assemblee Goo formula with LXE XP technology – Debunking three car lift safety myths – Keeping comfortable in the bays: Shop
It’s easy to get complacent at any job. Day after day in a routine, there are many things you just do automatically. But when your job includes working under thousands of pounds of steel, complacency can put you in danger. Here’s a quick refresher of 10 tips to help you stay safe when using a
It could be argued that modern alignment equipment has seen some of the most enjoyable advancements over any other automotive equipment in recent years. It has become so technician-friendly that many shops are providing no more than a five-minute crash course to new technicians coming in. This makes it easy for seasoned technicians who are
