Posts Tagged ‘repairs’
What Damage Can Potholes Cause To Your Vehicle
You’re driving down the street when suddenly, without warning, your car is jarred by a hard impact. You hit something, but it wasn’t another car or person. It was a pothole. A lot of drivers would brush it off as no big deal. It’s only a pothole, right? Well, it can be a big deal.…
Read MoreAnticipate Summer Auto Part Repairs And Replacement
Winter weather is notorious for imposing hardships on certain car parts, such as wheel hub assemblies. Summer is right around the corner. That means you don’t have to worry about dealing with weather-related car issues until next winter, right?
Read MoreWill Self-Driving Cars Boost the Auto Repair Industry?
This article was originally published on AftermarketNews.com. While there’s some debate about when self-driving cars will become commonplace – and precisely how they’ll be used by consumers – it’s fair to say that self-driving vehicles are coming. When they arrive, they will likely cause changes across society.
Read MoreIs Your Shop Talking About Potholes As Much As It Should?
This post was originally published on Counterman.com. We can all agree that potholes are bad. We can also agree that potholes are boring. They’re not a hot discussion topic for anyone outside the paving industry.
Read More20 Cool Classic Cars GMB Carries Parts For
As one of the largest global automotive parts manufacturers, GMB carries parts for thousands of vehicles dating back to 1950. Whether you’re just in the mood to check out a few gorgeous classic cars or you want to know if GMB carries an OE quality water pump replacement for your classic, this list is what…
Read More4 Mistakes Even the Pros Can Make When Installing a Water Pump
Water pumps are generally reliable, at least compared to the ‘good old days.’ On a modern engine, it’s not at all uncommon for a water pump to last longer than the vehicle.
Read MoreFive Signs That A Cummins Water Pump Failure is Near
Few things are as devastating to a diesel engine’s performance as the sudden breakdown of the coolant pump. Water pump failure can quickly lead to many other problems, all of which are costly to repair.
Read MoreRebuilt or Remanufactured Cummins Water Pumps – Pros and Cons
Keeping an eye out for the symptoms of a failing water pump is an important part of diesel engine maintenance, as total water pump failure can lead to catastrophic engine problems.
Read MoreWheel Bearing Troubleshooting and Repair
It starts with a noise. With the radio on and wind from the windows, it’s easy to ignore at first. But the more miles you drive, that subtle noise grows to a metal on metal grinding sound you can’t ignore.
Read More3 Ways to Explain U-Joint Failure to a Customer
Universal joints can fail for a variety of reasons. The three most common causes of failure are: Misalignment of the drive shaft An out of balance load Over-stress
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