Feature Articles

Carside Manner

Carside Manner

Buttsn runs a repair shop nearby and always has something interesting going on. Today was no exception. “C’mon out back,” he smiled. “I have a little project I want to show you.”

Disc Pad Silencers

Disc Pad Silencers

The squeal itself is caused by a pad that’s vibrating back and forth very rapidly. To human ears, this vibration’s frequency sounds like a squeal.

Clutch Culprits

Clutch Culprits

Here are mug shots and descriptions from our most-wanted list of clutch criminals, along with descriptions of their dastardly deeds.

Inside Scopes

Inside Scopes

Not just another pretty face, the automotive oscilloscope shouldn’t be overlooked as a diagnostic tool.

Electrical Service

Electrical Service

A reprise of that popular look at the foibles and failures of auto electrics. Watch as we chase the elusive electron.

VW Distributor Repair

VW Distributor Repair

If your customer has trouble keeping a set of ignition points in his Rabbit, you’ll want to check for excessive wear in the distributor shaft bushings.

Toyota ABS

Toyota ABS

Good drivers will pump the brakes, releasing them every time traction is lost. But what about the inexperienced driver? And what about someone who just plain loses his cool?

K-Jetronic

K-Jetronic

Those technicians competent to repair fuel injection systems were ranked right up there with magicians, and harder to find…

K-Jetricks

K-Jetricks

Here are some time-saving tricks and handy test tips for this popular fuel-injection system.