Heavy-duty trucks rely on healthy hydraulic systems. By watching for hose wear, checking fluids, and using smart sensors, ...

Troubleshooting refrigeration systems can be a very tricky and frustrating job; however, sometimes our frustration is self-inflicted. While working on a system, we may assume that similar systems have ...

In this troubleshooting situation a technician has responded to a complaint of “not cooling” on a six-year-old R-410A split system that employs an upflow gas furnace indoor air handler and a ...

What’s the fastest way to a mental breakdown in your garage, and why is it an ignition issue? No doubt, that stress headache comes on strong when your car was running a minute ago, whereas now it’s ...

The braking system, without a doubt, contains your car's most important components. Nothing else matters without good brakes. Steering is important, but if the steering breaks, then the brakes will ...

In this presentation, Eric Bronson, senior lighting specialist with Anixter International, led with a simple yet clear message: LED lighting is not maintenance free. In fact, there are a number of ...

159 pages, many color photographs, sketches and illustrations. Tracy Martin is a motorcycle Renaissance Man. He’s a regular contributor to Motorcycle Consumer News, RoadBike and Friction Zone ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...