January 14, 2012
Auto Specialty Tools, Chevrolet, GM Intake, TIME-SERT Kits
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© DenLorsTools.com Product announcement for a new Time Sert Kit. The new Time Sert kit PN 1812CORE-BS is for repairing threads that were previously repaired with a competitive brand insert. Vehicles affected are Chevrolet, Oldsmobile and Pontiac’s with 3.1 or 3.4 Liter engines. See the product listing by clicking on the image for more information. Rockers on these cars are held on with one bolt. The heads are aluminum are subject to wear very easily when intake gaskets are being serviced. Heli-Coils may be used, however if their thin coil of wire fails under stress, the cylinder had can still be saved. The Time-Sert 1812CORE BS is an over sized (Time-Sert call it Big Sert) repair that can save the cylinder head if there’s a repeat failure from Heli-Coil.
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January 14, 2012
Public Service
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: Article written based on what I’ve learned as a Master Auto Tech for over 25 years regarding shop rates and repair costs. I’m often asked how much a particular repair job should cost because people are worried about being taken advantage of. I have some tips to avoid being ripped off and for choosing the right repair shop that you can trust. After reading this article check out my other space at Wise Auto Tool Blog.
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January 1, 2012
Honda
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: The hexagon Honda crank pulley tool used to hold the crankshaft pulley still while loosening the bolt has to withstand a lot of stress. We have this lifetime warranted tool located strategically at warehouses throughout the USA for quick delivery.
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December 30, 2011
TIME-SERT Kits, Toyota
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: Time-Sert 2200 DLT featured. Head gasket failure on the Toyota Rav 4 engines may be due to pulled threads in the aluminum block. First sign of a problem is typically an overheat condition. Most expensive fix will involve replacing the block. An alternative to replacing the block is using a thread repair kit like Heli coil or preferably Time-Sert.
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December 21, 2011
Chevrolet, noises
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: Master Tech owned car featured AGAIN. Chevrolet vehicles are notorious for having lots of noises in the dash and other interior trim pieces. Loose retainers and plastic in contact with plastic can cause unbearable noises. When the radio is no longer enough to cover the irritating squeaking sounds – it’s time to get better speakers… or pinpoint the real source of the problem. Read the rest…
December 6, 2011
TIME-SERT Kits
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Go directly to Time-Sert’s for sale. Summary: Time-Sert thread repair kits are manufactured in the USA. DenLorsTools.com which distributes Time-Sert kits for the manufacturer in the USA covers some of the thread repair kits and their applications.
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November 28, 2011
TIME-SERT Kits
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TIME-SERT dealer in central Florida selling thread repair kits, inserts and related TimeSert products. DenLors Tools stocks many Time Sert kits and inserts and are able to accommodate expedited shipping needs. We ship kits from Florida and Nevada with free shipping over $199.
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November 10, 2011
Chevrolet, GM Intake, How To Auto Repair, TIME-SERT Kits
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DenLorsTools.com Summary: Suggestions on how to properly repair stripped threads for rocker arm bolts in cylinder heads. Tools for repairing rocker arm bolt holes for gm 2.8, 3.1 and 3.4’s. Affected engines in GM vehicles are 2.8, 3.1 and 3.4 Liter V-6 motors. Aluminum cylinder heads used in Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Buick and Pontiac’s have a common problem with rocker arms coming loose. Misfire codes and very rough running conditions can indicate a fallen rocker arm.
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September 13, 2011
Ford Problems, TIME-SERT Kits, Uncategorized
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: Jump to Time-Sert 3221 Ford 3V Spark plug repair kit. The 3221 thread repair kit which uses PN 32214 inserts is designed for replacing damaged threads in Ford 4.6 and 5.4’s that use “Ford’s Better Idea” spark plugs. This article covers, measurement of the outside diameter of the 32214 spark plug insert which comes in the Time-Sert 3221 thread repair kit.
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September 9, 2011
TIME-SERT Kits
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The Helicoil on the left is flexible, reminds me of a child’s toy, remember the slinky?
© DenLorsTools.com Summary: Jump to Time Sert Thread Repair Kits. Tips from an ASE Master Auto technician regarding the differences between TIME-SERT thread repair inserts and the Heli-Coil brand. DenLors Tools sells several brands of thread repair kits including both TIME-SERT and Heli coil.
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