Mechanic Life Hacks

According to the Oxford dictionary Life Hack means: “A strategy or technique adopted in order to manage one’s time and daily activities in a more efficient way” Life hacks in the mechanic world happens all of the time with shortcuts and special tools being developed all of the time to make mechanic life easier. Working… Continue reading Mechanic Life Hacks

Amazing Machines from Around the World Compilation 2016

Check out this compilation of amazing machines from around the world!

Crane Fails

Setting Engine Fire Fail

Diesel Engine Emission Troubleshooting

Note: In this video I said the turbo boost sensor has to be replaced. Now we are cleaning them up with Kleenflo spray or Mr. Clean which works great when you soak the part over night keeping away from the electrical connections. A new sensor costs around 60 dollars so removing soot recycles a perfectly… Continue reading Diesel Engine Emission Troubleshooting

School Bus Servicing

Before starting with the school district 20 years ago all of the servicing I performed was on a floor creeper. Lying on my back sliding over a 35 foot span of a vehicle to do a visual and carry out maintenance and repairs was tedious at times. Having a vehicle hoist to work on a… Continue reading School Bus Servicing

Diesel Engine Emission Codes

This is yet another post on diesel engine emission codes which will never go away until all vehicles are hybrid electric drive. I think the fossil fuel manufacturers are very happy to supply billions of dollars worth of fuel to the world as long as they possibly can. For now all of the responsible people… Continue reading Diesel Engine Emission Codes

MaxxForce 7 Diesel Engine Exhaust Leak

The video points out a couple of easy ways to get to the engine by removing the wheel and fender. This is a quick way to gain access to the exhaust manifold which had leaking gaskets. The vehicle inspection rules on a school bus states that any exhaust leaks have to be repaired before going… Continue reading MaxxForce 7 Diesel Engine Exhaust Leak

Apprentice Mechanic Decisions

If you’re an apprentice mechanic I wouldn’t be surprised that you have a lot of decisions to make. Taking the plunge and getting into this trade has many options to think about. The mechanic label is stretched out to many other areas. Commercial transport, Heavy Duty and automotive mechanics are the big three and even… Continue reading Apprentice Mechanic Decisions

Make Roadside Inspection Violations a Snap

GUELPH, Ont. – Drivers and employers alike were thrilled to discover that the year 2015 saw the lowest out-of-service results ever according to the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance. However, simple violations during roadside inspection seem to be a recurring problem. In order to improve each company’s truck fleet, employers at the seminar hosted by the Private… Continue reading Make Roadside Inspection Violations a Snap