Technician Corner - Discussions

84 topics in this forum

1. Can We Really Define a Master Technician?

   By Joe Marconi, June 16, 2022
   • 3 replies
   • 19k views
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   • vbtoytech
   • June 26, 2022

2. Why Rebuilt Transmissions Don't Last As Long As The Original

   By Transmission Repair, March 9, 2022
   • 0 replies
   • 9.6k views
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   • Transmission Repair
   • March 9, 2022

3. US Auto Technician National Championship (USATNC) competition

   By AutoShopOwner, September 25, 2021   

   • championship
   • usatnc
   • (and 1 more)

     Tagged with:

     • championship
     • usatnc
     • technician
   • 0 replies
   • 1.2k views
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   • AutoShopOwner
   • September 25, 2021

4. 2017 GM 3.6 oil filter issue causing internal engine damage

   By rpllib, February 9, 2018
   • 0 replies
   • 2.2k views
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   • rpllib
   • February 9, 2018

5. some get it, some don't?

   By skm, August 11, 2017
   • 4 replies
   • 1.9k views
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   • vbtoytech
   • December 20, 2017

6. Duramax DEF Limp Mode

   By tirengolf, October 29, 2016
   • 8 replies
   • 27k views
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   • tirengolf
   • November 7, 2016

7. Heater Core Replacement for a 96 Ford E350

   By 5 Star Auto Spa, April 2, 2016
   • 18 replies
   • 3.6k views
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   • Jay Huh
   • December 7, 2016

8. Prius Oil Change - Did I do something wrong.

   By UsedTireShop, March 21, 2016
   • 3 replies
   • 1.6k views
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   • flacvabeach
   • March 23, 2016

9. 2000 Jeep Wrangler 4.0L Code P1391

   By UsedTireShop, February 19, 2016
   • 2 replies
   • 4.4k views
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   • LynxStarAuto
   • February 20, 2016

10. 1994 Honda Civic, no brakes over 40mph

    By Jonathan Ganther, December 16, 2015
    • 0 replies
    • 1.4k views
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    • Jonathan Ganther
    • December 16, 2015

11. Techs and business cards

    By skm, September 19, 2015
    • 6 replies
    • 2.2k views
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    • skm
    • September 27, 2015

12. Brake pad and rotor ordering

    By Ksumida, July 31, 2015
    • 8 replies
    • 2.9k views
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    • Jonathan Ganther
    • March 28, 2016

13. Rust continues to plague cars in Northern states - time to sell rust proofing again?

    By Joe Marconi, May 1, 2015
    • 7 replies
    • 2.9k views
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    • alfredauto
    • May 31, 2015

14. Alignment Lift, flush mounted or not?

    By John Pearson, April 18, 2015
    • 11 replies
    • 2.7k views
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    • John Pearson
    • April 21, 2015

15. Using aftermarket converters

    By ncautoshop, April 11, 2015
    • 11 replies
    • 3k views
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    • Mario
    • July 13, 2015

16. Federal-Mogul Launching 'Garage Gurus'

    By Alex, April 1, 2015   

    • Federal-Mogul
    • Garage Gurus
    • 0 replies
    • 1.6k views
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    • Alex
    • April 1, 2015

17. TOYOTA AVALON 2008 Check Engine Light does not display when you turn the ignition

    By hilltop car care, March 26, 2015
    • 3 replies
    • 1.9k views
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    • cdhowell
    • March 29, 2015

18. Frozen batteries

    By alfredauto, March 7, 2015
    • 2 replies
    • 1.7k views
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    • bstewart
    • March 7, 2015

19. Are New Car Dealers Chasing Away Technicians?

    By Joe Marconi, January 24, 2015   

    • New Car dealer techs
    • Technicians hireing
    • (and 1 more)

      Tagged with:

      • New Car dealer techs
      • Technicians hireing
      • Technician recruting
    • 8 replies
    • 2.8k views
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    • KMS
    • February 16, 2015

20. ASE Test preparation resources?

    By Kevo, November 3, 2014
    • 3 replies
    • 1.9k views
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    • Alex
    • November 5, 2014

21. 2009 jeep commander oxygen senors

    By D&SMotors, November 3, 2014
    • 3 replies
    • 3.7k views
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    • ncautoshop
    • November 9, 2014

22. All Data, anyone know of any discounts?

    By mspecperformance, September 11, 2014
    • 4 replies
    • 1.8k views
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    • ATSAutomotive
    • September 16, 2014

23. Technician Specialization? A Better Strategy?

    By Joe Marconi, July 20, 2014
    • 1 reply
    • 1.5k views
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    • mmotley
    • July 20, 2014

24. Hard Shift on Transmission

    By xrac, June 13, 2014
    • 1 reply
    • 1.5k views
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    • Gonzo
    • June 15, 2014

25. Replace Brake Rotors in Pairs: Does anyone ever ask why?

    By IntegrityAutoCare, May 27, 2014
    • 11 replies
    • 4.5k views
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    • HarrytheCarGeek
    • April 12, 2016

26. Any good transmission additives out there?

    By IntegrityAutoCare, March 19, 2014
    • 7 replies
    • 2.4k views
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    • Jeff
    • March 21, 2014

27. MAF Diagnostics

    By Gonzo, February 16, 2014
    • 4 replies
    • 2.5k views
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    • Steve Smith
    • September 17, 2015

28. The "Gravy" Tech

    By bsb1264, December 1, 2013
    • 19 replies
    • 4.9k views
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    • alfredauto
    • August 30, 2015

29. Tough One

    By ncautoshop, November 23, 2013
    • 22 replies
    • 6.4k views
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    • Brent J
    • February 17, 2014

30. Technician/Service Writer Dual Role

    By bsb1264, October 31, 2013
    • 10 replies
    • 2.7k views
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    • Jeff
    • November 4, 2013

31. IATN and Identifix hurt Diagnostic skills?

    By Joe Marconi, October 27, 2013
    • 10 replies
    • 3.3k views
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    • alfredauto
    • June 16, 2014

32. Flashlights.

    By bsb1264, October 16, 2013
    • 4 replies
    • 2.2k views
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    • alfredauto
    • April 14, 2015

33. 2003 Toyota Highlander: No A/C After evaporator installation

    By Joe Marconi, July 28, 2013
    • 7 replies
    • 2.6k views
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    • Gonzo
    • August 15, 2013

34. Hopeful New Catalytic Converter Law Helps Us

    By Joe Marconi, June 30, 2013
    • 6 replies
    • 2.5k views
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    • mmotley
    • November 4, 2013

35. Do Techs Really Know Alignements Today?

    By Joe Marconi, May 9, 2013
    • 4 replies
    • 2.1k views
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    • phynny
    • June 7, 2013

36. Hunter Alignment Quick Check?

    By Joe Marconi, March 14, 2013
    • 4 replies
    • 4.4k views
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    • Rich F.
    • April 12, 2013

37. New Car Dealer Shows True Colors

    By Joe Marconi, February 17, 2013
    • 4 replies
    • 2.6k views
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    • FROGFINDER
    • February 19, 2013

38. MACS Convention 2013

    By Gonzo, February 10, 2013
    • 1 reply
    • 1.7k views
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    • Gonzo
    • February 11, 2013

39. Copper nickel brake line

    By Joe Marconi, February 6, 2013
    • 9 replies
    • 3.8k views
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    • ncautoshop
    • October 26, 2013

40. 5.2 Dodge Won't start

    By TTP, November 24, 2012
    • 12 replies
    • 4k views
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    • Spence
    • December 11, 2012

41. BP Gas Problems, Kia van driving me nuts

    By SHP Bobby, August 30, 2012
    • 7 replies
    • 3.5k views
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    • SHP Bobby
    • September 14, 2012

42. TIA & RMA Team Up in Tire Bill

    By Joe Marconi, August 11, 2012
    • 0 replies
    • 1.6k views
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    • Joe Marconi
    • August 11, 2012

43. We All Make Mistakes

    By Joe Marconi, July 15, 2012
    • 2 replies
    • 2.5k views
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    • FROGFINDER
    • July 18, 2012

44. bad brake peddle

    By roboutlaw, June 30, 2012
    • 1 reply
    • 2k views
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    • CARMandP
    • July 1, 2012

45. TIP: Seized Alignment Eccentrics

    By Joe Marconi, June 9, 2012
    • 1 reply
    • 1.8k views
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    • CARMandP
    • June 9, 2012

46. 2007 Toyota Sequoia: Front Differential Noise?

    By Joe Marconi, May 10, 2012
    • 1 reply
    • 5.7k views
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    • FROGFINDER
    • May 12, 2012

47. Hyundai Elantra: Gas Spilling out of Filler Neck

    By Joe Marconi, April 21, 2012
    • 3 replies
    • 2.8k views
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    • atifn79
    • September 10, 2014

48. Mazda IDS

    By Gary A, March 21, 2012
    • 0 replies
    • 1.9k views
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    • Gary A
    • March 21, 2012

49. Seized TPMS Sensors Causing Problems

    By Joe Marconi, March 3, 2012
    • 2 replies
    • 3.1k views
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    • Joe Marconi
    • March 3, 2012

50. Jury Awards $14.4 Million for Wrongful Deaths

    By Joe Marconi, January 21, 2012
    • 6 replies
    • 3.4k views
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    • Tony M
    • January 31, 2012