tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23427991176036177252024-03-28T00:29:19.028-07:00 Automotively SpeakingThe intent of this blog is to create a community of people who love to share and talk about their vehicles. Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-21186679579522044862016-04-21T11:11:00.001-07:002016-04-21T11:11:19.633-07:00Cat back exhaust swap<br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwfTELTJLpppSZFYUHdhgf1CSynaTa99X3-ZjoBFz0bMEmZZRxIr-xTFx_qJY3pgfFtmJV6-KHy2iqe2bKjcDK-FTHC9IGwGouDmiKJun8diEJtXtdcET4YuSXMSSM99hA4a4RvyOtNoyI/s640/blogger-image-570505988.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwfTELTJLpppSZFYUHdhgf1CSynaTa99X3-ZjoBFz0bMEmZZRxIr-xTFx_qJY3pgfFtmJV6-KHy2iqe2bKjcDK-FTHC9IGwGouDmiKJun8diEJtXtdcET4YuSXMSSM99hA4a4RvyOtNoyI/s640/blogger-image-570505988.jpg"></a></div>Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-55593396683506274722014-06-24T06:43:00.001-07:002014-06-24T17:43:14.888-07:004 Wheel Alignment<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhclvl9k5HHufQKq2SvkATpi7Z2gWNlb9_PCKY5krE-CfsuLldFpKRP8TDB7mds-rvEAgpxosHlo75e5rT7FZNtrYCHqBaeCrucvJ4Oa6ST3HDb8_P7AahugEaJH-piqOTbF4W_NfzJnoAi/s640/blogger-image-401934826.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;">In this series of pictures students are learning how to use an alignment machine while performing a 4 wheel alignment. Vehicles need to be aligned for directional stability, safety, better driver control, and tire wear. A vehicle that drives straight and has less drag or rolling resistance can obtain better fuel mileage and in turn lower its carbon footprint.</span></a><br />
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Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-81828682415249744102014-06-16T06:58:00.001-07:002014-06-16T06:58:52.881-07:00Part InspectionA student does an inspection of steering box parts. The parts must be reusable in order to overhaul the power steering box successfully<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwNK6rWAoRv7cbW8-Pw_lgd4n6vudThsrCFIq9QIuWGg8jwSsrdYouJlLEH4q4w7KBA4vIIg6RZc417KN9AS5QnM7AlmyLmbww2ehXyXAlfm9csvutTLEgAvEAaNNik2eiUQiPvpwwxvoP/s640/blogger-image-1913544829.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwNK6rWAoRv7cbW8-Pw_lgd4n6vudThsrCFIq9QIuWGg8jwSsrdYouJlLEH4q4w7KBA4vIIg6RZc417KN9AS5QnM7AlmyLmbww2ehXyXAlfm9csvutTLEgAvEAaNNik2eiUQiPvpwwxvoP/s640/blogger-image-1913544829.jpg"></a></div>Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-60006529243206110382014-06-12T07:06:00.001-07:002014-06-14T14:11:00.274-07:00Steering Box Overhaul<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
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Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-14267844288027157822014-06-05T07:13:00.001-07:002014-06-05T07:13:45.426-07:00Sway Bar LinksAfter replacing the worn out front sway bar links the students finish the job by torquing the nuts to factory specificatins<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVqRniPCQtd2Fo7rTzuEOW6wx_7ncRO_EnmzIh4tX_DoWtQbNdsb3-Qwv-FkbjRCG8RxAnOn9LxXvdDVG0rHsEWAtJahV4CnLLj_SkARB9f90MxLiN_iPGZSCy-HmyR3y__QwinO8yB4Mz/s640/blogger-image-1940373109.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVqRniPCQtd2Fo7rTzuEOW6wx_7ncRO_EnmzIh4tX_DoWtQbNdsb3-Qwv-FkbjRCG8RxAnOn9LxXvdDVG0rHsEWAtJahV4CnLLj_SkARB9f90MxLiN_iPGZSCy-HmyR3y__QwinO8yB4Mz/s640/blogger-image-1940373109.jpg"></a></div>Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-55885875974019927342014-06-03T07:03:00.001-07:002014-06-03T07:03:57.267-07:00Centennial Show and ShineFriday June 6th <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgzXnGmhgFtsY6vDgKqOcPAkXGWpL-51yIVKvISAP2ZhOnQ7-Fj9bnWHeK548clHyscRjreeMCAQvIKqPV2ZOMWzpUYskibTQi4KREo1IexhJewd4jVZFfEphJZw5gxqZGryZNnuf4Mp6t/s640/blogger-image-811130337.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgzXnGmhgFtsY6vDgKqOcPAkXGWpL-51yIVKvISAP2ZhOnQ7-Fj9bnWHeK548clHyscRjreeMCAQvIKqPV2ZOMWzpUYskibTQi4KREo1IexhJewd4jVZFfEphJZw5gxqZGryZNnuf4Mp6t/s640/blogger-image-811130337.jpg"></a></div>Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-64951959414591371202014-05-29T06:54:00.001-07:002014-05-31T10:40:12.408-07:00Coil Spring Removal<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
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Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-15766605949880540562014-05-27T07:10:00.001-07:002014-05-27T07:10:18.578-07:00Front Cross MemberToday the students are replacing. Front cross member that was bent during a collision. This was diagnosed by completing complex frame measuring procedures<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdZrcUwtgiS8QMD9GSBEyRHlH5WmN5_Wn3LYmskhjWXiQMjMgFyN2dp5AYTNV8dxZdwNHcjadaz4p7i8sLEzyiN91QqtZZrw7rRQvT6MvYtXf34I8GDLCuqdxs7BGmgK6cZVlkgFauS3MN/s640/blogger-image--1972033820.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdZrcUwtgiS8QMD9GSBEyRHlH5WmN5_Wn3LYmskhjWXiQMjMgFyN2dp5AYTNV8dxZdwNHcjadaz4p7i8sLEzyiN91QqtZZrw7rRQvT6MvYtXf34I8GDLCuqdxs7BGmgK6cZVlkgFauS3MN/s640/blogger-image--1972033820.jpg"></a></div>Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-66399818040610789722014-05-25T13:45:00.001-07:002014-05-25T13:45:39.393-07:00Safe for the road I don't think soWhat are your thoughts?<br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2rcArmvohZATkjFbAv7-hzyINnh5HBfN0gIugmEsBN7QxryjEnq4nVJzp53zUFWqRs7qTk8xaP80MmfiZUV6yceE22xsGk_z52CpVXdEyN4KNTRF9t4Izls64KmZbMzmvehVP__k1ruZF/s640/blogger-image--580176960.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2rcArmvohZATkjFbAv7-hzyINnh5HBfN0gIugmEsBN7QxryjEnq4nVJzp53zUFWqRs7qTk8xaP80MmfiZUV6yceE22xsGk_z52CpVXdEyN4KNTRF9t4Izls64KmZbMzmvehVP__k1ruZF/s640/blogger-image--580176960.jpg"></a></div>Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-49504158716495450272014-05-23T08:42:00.001-07:002014-05-23T08:42:29.227-07:00Safety ConcernsCan you see any safety concerns is this picture?<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTgAkdD1Mb4PzMdAHAdN5OldjwTlfpYm82poId7URONiBqLduAQ-MoTKxlU_NolhszLO4msC-klVooQ2D1MGkZx09wL_M07IvxKscbQCaZRS6L2LixB2OMqhisdjsEn9rj22IOxOJWSb3q/s640/blogger-image--1168680634.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTgAkdD1Mb4PzMdAHAdN5OldjwTlfpYm82poId7URONiBqLduAQ-MoTKxlU_NolhszLO4msC-klVooQ2D1MGkZx09wL_M07IvxKscbQCaZRS6L2LixB2OMqhisdjsEn9rj22IOxOJWSb3q/s640/blogger-image--1168680634.jpg"></a></div>Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-34492957356508582622014-05-21T19:12:00.003-07:002014-05-21T19:24:11.843-07:00Full Shop<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As you can see in this picture the shop environment is very busy. We start on the workbench with training aids then to live work on student vehicles. I find that the students are more engaged when working on their own cars/trucks.<br />
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Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-30578287614458864942014-05-20T21:11:00.001-07:002014-05-20T21:16:05.316-07:00ScannersSnap on Modius vs Tech 2 for a complex ABS problem unfortunately we had to use ours brains instead, all these high tech gizmos still no match for skill<br />
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We all grew up calling this tool a Crescent wrench but what is the tools actual name?Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-19288512099930693882014-05-16T07:50:00.005-07:002014-05-19T18:59:22.234-07:00Creative Commons<h6 style="border: 0px; color: #a7a9ac; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; margin: 0px 0px 18px; padding: 0px; text-transform: uppercase;">
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Class has some fun after a had day of wrenching. </div>
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This airbag was deployed in a controlled environment, no cars were hurt.</div>
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This is a perfect example of how gaming has made its mark on education, I had a chance to use this product last term on a trial run. I can honestly say that the student engagement during discussions was increased. I feel that the ability to practice some of the material in a somewhat fun approach benefited the students that wouldn't normally engage in class. the other feature I liked is like most software you get to how long they used the product, but more importantly where they need some instructor assistance</div>
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Using a Modis scan tool today the students learned how to test an ABS wheel sensor in real time. The advantage to this method of testing is you can watch the AC sine wave pattern, the voltage the sensor is producing, which is vital in finding the root problem. As you can see on the screen below we can display on a larger screen for complete class engagement.<br />
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Student practicing the art of machining a brake rotor. Yes we still machine rotors if possible instead of just replacing parts.Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-57458419352078914662014-05-09T21:01:00.002-07:002014-05-09T21:02:06.236-07:00Servo Brake System<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today the students learned how the servo brake system works.<br />
The servo brake is self energizing. This achieved by the primary brake shoe aiding the application of the secondary brake shoe. The purpose for this lowers the amount of hydraulic pressure required to apply the brakes.<br />
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You should use the proper brake tools to replace these components.Automotively Speakinghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15130334220646099986noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2342799117603617725.post-52832299133044840212014-05-08T20:49:00.002-07:002014-05-08T20:50:50.606-07:00Twitter<div style="text-align: center;">
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