Air Tool Safety
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/24/2013
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As part of National Safety Week, we want to talk about pneumatic tools. Once incorporated into your work flow, pneumatics are an incredible time saver.
Training for Effective Response
Effective first response greatly mitigates the consequences of a workplace injury.
Sonoma Drift Series, Round 3
If you're anything like us, you love to see road cars pushed to their limits. Round Three of the Sonoma Drift series is this weekend. Tickets are $15, with parking and children under twelve free.
Shop First Aid Kits
Having the right tools is critical. Here's a solid example of a shop first aid kit, tweaked slightly for use in the shop with extra knuckle bandages, an eye injury kit, and burn cream.
Updated Injury and Fatality Data
Working in the garage is slightly more dangerous than your average job.
Workplace Safety Week
Unless we make safety a priority in the garage, automotive mechanics can be a dangerous job.
Summary of Posts: May 19th 2013
This week we'll take a look at hybrid vehicles. How much more will maintaining a hybrid cost and what are the advantages of owning one?
The Truth About Maintaining Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
Since the introduction of hybrid vehicles to the market a few years ago, a lot of people have speculated on their advantages and maintenance costs.
Safety Practices for Hybrids and Electric Vehicles
The manufacturers of hybrid and electric vehicles have made sure to create as much documentation as possible on their maintenance.
Do Hybrids Have Hidden Costs?
Owning a hybrid car has many advantages, you can save on gas money and drive for long distances without having to worry about seeing a mechanic
Best Practices for Avoiding the Mechanic
It is important to try to learn as much as possible about hybrid vehicles before you purchase one.
Common Maintenance Issues of Hybrid Vehicles
There has a been a lot of scrutiny on hybrid cars since their introduction into the market, and it can take some effort to find out the real truth behind these vehicles. Are they really easier to maintain than conventional cars?
Which Costs More to Maintain: a Hybrid Vehicle or a Regular One?
Hybrid cars have become very popular in the modern world, which begs the question, how much does it cost to maintain one?
Summary of Posts: May 12th 2013
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/12/2013
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We focus on the industry of auto restoration in this cycle. We’ve got some interesting stories about vintage and classic cars brought back to life, as well as family businesses who depend on this kind of work. All of these and more await you in this roster of stories:
Classic Corvettes
Many car enthusiasts at some point will talk about the development of the Corvette, one of the greatest American machines created by one of the biggest companies in history – General Motors.
Summary of Posts: May 12th 2013
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/12/2013
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In this cycle, we see tools used by mechanics up close to appreciate their features and capabilities even more.
5 Small Hand Tools Every Household Should Have
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/12/2013
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It pays to have a few simple tools handy and to know the basic techniques to perform minor tasks around the house.
Keeping in Touch with the Past
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/11/2013
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Every now and then, we go back to the older, classic, vintage version of things. Some do this because they think these older things are simply better than the newer ones.
Protecting Oneself When Using Auto Hand Tools
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/11/2013
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Every profession and every job has its own set of guidelines or standards to make sure that the person doing the work is protected and safe at all times.
On Classic Cars
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/10/2013
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We have all the new cars these days with their modern technology and features, but every so often we keep coming back to vintage, classic cars because of their beauty and elegance.
Using Auto Hand Tools for Winterizing Your Car
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/10/2013
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It takes a bit of hard work and the use of a couple of auto hand tools to prepare your vehicle for the winter months.
A Family Affair
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/9/2013
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Many of us tinker with cars and restore old and vintage models for the fun and challenge of it. Others make it their business - literally.
Restoration Overseas
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/8/2013
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If you think only Westerners have a thing for car restorations, especially vintage models, think again.
Removing Bolts with Small Hand Tools
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/8/2013
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Dealing with bolts has to be one of the most common tasks involved in mechanical work.
Classic E-Type Restoration
Posted by Chris Smith on 5/7/2013
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We all love classic restorations. Call it a cliche, but a Jaguar E-Type ‘Flat Floor’ Roadster was the epitome of the term “barn-find” after being dormant in an agricultural building for three decades.
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