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    A guide to understanding an engine oil technical data sheet

    For a lot of people, the information supplied by oil companies can be confusing, “this engine oil is approved for ….”, “or this lubricant meets the specifications for that….”. The only way to be sure what exactly the oil is suitable for is to look at the technical data sheets and where there are OEM …

    September
    5
    2016

    Tackling a bump in the road

    Innovative shock absorber system saves fuel and enhances comfort For Audis of the future, energy conservation will play an increasingly important role, including in the car’s suspension. Audi is working on a prototype called “eROT,” in which electromechanical rotary dampers replace the hydraulic dampers used today for an even more comfortable and fuel efficient driving …

    August
    22
    2016

    Tool Box OAP

    Fitting and removing overrunning alternator pulleys using the TOOL BOX OAP

    July
    28
    2016

    Moog offers time saving solution to common suspension failure

    Federal-Mogul Motorparts includes additional components to ensure a trouble free fitment during bush kits and wishbone installation Federal-Mogul Motorparts, has released its latest Moog Easy Solutions Bulletin (ESB), detailing a common issue found in replacing some BMW bushes and wishbone products. Moog identified that when changing the mounting hardware during the installation of new components, …

    May
    26
    2016

    How to overcome recurring alternator problems

    It has been reported many times that, even after replacing the faulty alternator with a new one on some Ford Smart Charge systems, the problem is still not resolved. Analysis undertaken by Rolling Components has discovered that there are a number of reasons why this might occur: If the lamp is lit after fitting the …

    September
    8
    2015