Living in a vacuum: Crankcase ventilation system testing
WEBJun 28, 2022 · The crankcase pressure wanders between -2.5 to 4 inches of water column (-7 to 10 millibar, well below the specification for this engine of -30 millibar, plus or minus 5 millibar). If there is less vacuum in the crankcase, this would be an over-pressure condition (which means air is leaking into the crankcase).
A look at alternative refrigerants to R-134a - FenderBender and …
WEBFeb 4, 2022 · R-744 is the refrigerant name for carbon dioxide (CO 2) and has been in use as a refrigerant since the mid-nineteenth century reaching its peak use in the 1920s.With the introduction of CFCs that operated at much lower pressures, the use of CO 2 as a refrigerant declined. While many automotive manufacturers are using R-1234yf in new vehicles, German brands like Volkswagen, Porsche, Audi, and ...
Dorman adds OE interchange feature to website
WEBJan 1, 2020 · The industry leader in bringing parts was previously only available at the OE dealer to the aftermarket, Dorman has increased its site’s functionality and made it easier for users to find and sell parts. For more information, please visit Dorman online. These are press releases approved by our Aftermarket Business World Editors.
GearWrench supporting students with tool program
WEBJan 1, 2020 · GearWrench® has a new program that supplies student technicians with GearWrench tool sets as they get started on their careers. The Technical Education Program (TEP) provides students with customized sets equipped with the tools necessary to meet repair and service challenges in the automotive, heavy …
LKQ Acquires FinishMaster in Deal for Uni-Select Inc.
WEBFeb. 27, 2023—LKQ Corporation has acquired refinishing and coatings distributor Uni-Select Inc. and its FinishMaster subsidiary in a transaction with a total enterprise value of $2.1 billion, the companies announced in a press release. The deal brings together one of the aftermarket's largest parts providers in LKQ and Uni-Select, which ...
What is feather, prime and block? | FenderBender and ABRN
WEBAug 8, 2023 · Feather, prime and block are not-included refinish operations that complete the process from 150 grit to the condition of a new undamaged panel. The refinish process starts at the condition of a new undamaged panel and is outlined and documented in printed and/or electronic time guides. The body/paint labor and materials necessary to prepare ...
The facts on feather, prime and block | FenderBender and ABRN
WEBJan 1, 2020 · Fact No. 1: Repair work ends at 150 grit. When you replace a welded-on panel, for example, the labor time clearly includes finishing only to 150 grit. Fact No. 2: Paint times are for new, undamaged panels. A panel finished with 150 grit is not the equivalent to new and undamaged. To get to that level requires finishing to 320 grit.
FinishMaster's Exclusive Brand: SMART - FenderBender and ABRN
WEBJul 1, 2022 · A deeper look at how SMART brings quality, performance, and value together to create a line of premium products. SMART is FinishMaster’s exclusive and trusted brand of associated products.
Weld bonding: Understanding the technicalities and the techniques
WEBJul 10, 2015 · Along with STRSW, the weld bonding process uses a structural metal adhesive in the middle of a joint or assembly. The STRSW can weld right through the adhesive to provide a complete, bonded interface for replacing structural or non-structural autobody panels. The adhesive significantly increases the strength of the joint.
Diesel NOx sensor technology | FenderBender and ABRN
WEBJan 1, 2020 · This signal (along with the NOx sensor signal) is used by the ECM to adjust DEF dosing for maximum SCR catalyst efficiency. Benefits of the Delphi ammonia sensor include optimizing performance of the SCR catalyst, enabling the use of an optimally-sized SCR catalyst, and helping to provide SCR system diagnostics.
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