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Made In China?

Made In China?

On the front line, we’ve always complained about cheap offshore parts. Then, too, who cares anymore? A part is a part. So cheaper is better, right? Oh really? It wasn't that long ago that we lived...

We are at the Core of the Automotive Aftermarket
We are at the Core of the Automotive Aftermarket

The Automotive Aftermarket is a dominant industry here in...

  • Apr 08
Welcome to the Tech Center
Welcome to the Tech Center

Welcome to the Tech Center.  Servicing and repairing vehicles...

  • Dec 19
Welcome to the Link Library
Welcome to the Link Library

Simple, Direct, and Quick  Here's where we index and...

  • Sep 10
Welcome to the Tool Room
Welcome to the Tool Room

This section should be interesting for everybody because...

  • Sep 08

Tips, Articles, Stories

Signs, Signs, Everywhere Signs

Here are a couple of signs that could avoid some serious issues.  

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You want how much?

Pre-discounting can paint you into a corner.... Never assume the customer will...

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Sometimes you're a hero

A tow truck drove in one day, with an Olds 88 in tow. The driver and owner get out...

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Fuses Don't Blow

Bulletin: Fuses not blowing causing fires There are vehicle fuses that do not...

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Paper Clip Trick

(Try saying that three times)...

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Twelve Buckets for One Rad?

Still a mess trying to drain a cooling system?   Check with your parts or tool...

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Shop Supplies Will Cover It - NOT

Isn't everything included?.... Some shop owners feel that charging a customer for...

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Where Is It?

Stupid customer hid the wheel lock key... You know how 'flipped out' a tech can...

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Make Money by Taking the Time

"I think I have the quote here somewhere...." Every time I see someone...

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Don't Buy Your Customers

Are you so insecure that you feel that you have to negotiate for the job?  I...

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Are You Still Using a Compression Tester?

How many of you are still using a compression tester to diagnose a rough...

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Bad Fuses

Bad Fuses Thanks to Buck Neiraeth of Larry's Shell Auto Service in Tacoma for...

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