May 11, 2012
Air Conditioning
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: Florida ASE Master Tech explains what automotive AC vacuum pumps are used for and answers frequently asked questions regarding their practical use when servicing car air conditioning.
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May 7, 2012
TIME-SERT Kits
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LAND ROVER 7/16-14 HEAD BOLT KIT
Summary: New product for repairing head bolts threads in cylinder, it’s the Time-Sert thread repair kit part number 12188.
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April 29, 2012
ASE Test , ASE Test Info
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: I just re-certified my electrical ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) test to maintain my Master Tech status. Here’s some key points that I remember from making a few notes immediately after taking the test and returning to my vehicle. I admit that “electrical” is not my strong suite, however I didn’t need a study guide. This was the 4th time I’ve successfully re-certified this particular test. I’ve also included a few tips on what I’ve learned when taking ASE’s electrical tests over the years.
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April 17, 2012
ASE Test
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Prometric is handling ASE computer testing, results are now provided on the same day.
© DenLorsTools.com Summary: ASE Master Tech covers how ASE testing has changed. After years of taking tests alongside several hundred other mechanics in hotel conference rooms, a change has been made. Testing is now better in many ways, in others not so much.
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April 13, 2012
Head Gasket Repl. , TIME-SERT Kits
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: Article by a master auto tech on the differences in two very popular thread inserts used for restoring damaged threads. Some commonly asked questions are answered like – How are they held in? And which one stays in better? Which is better, Time Sert or HeliCoil? After reading the article and seeing the video be sure to check out our Time-Sert Kits .
Denlor’s sells several different brands of repair kits to fix damaged threads for a variety of applications. Since many engine blocks today are made of aluminum, a common thread failure is the for the head bolts.
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April 11, 2012
Drivetrain and Noises , noises
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: Master auto technician answers questions on how to find the cause of excessive wind noise and the use of the Steelman Chassis Ears. Electronic specialty tools like the wired and wireless versions are designed primarily to find sources of chassis noises.
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March 28, 2012
Differential
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: Article covering different methods of how to remove carrier and pinion bearings after the carrier and pinion have been taken out of the housing.
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March 27, 2012
Consumer
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: The Internet has changed the way we make many purchases. When considering your next car or truck tire purchase what are the advantages and disadvantages when purchasing them on-line or at a local tire store?
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March 23, 2012
Brake Bleeding , brakes , Calvan Tools
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Above is a flare made easy by the Calvan 164.
© DenLorsTools.com Summary: Question from a blog reader answered by a master auto technician regarding tools and advice for installing replacement brake lines.
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March 22, 2012
Alignment
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© DenLorsTools.com Summary: A short article by a certified master technician which explains in easy to understand terms, what basic car alignment angles consist of. Questions answered like “Which angles cause the most wear?” “What causes my car to pull?” and more. See what shopping carts and your shoes have in common with your car pulling and tires wearing.
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