Monthly Archives: March 2014

What Are the Types of Services That Can Be Done to an Alternator to Prolong Its Life?
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Alternators are often written off as “wear items” that, like belts, hoses, and tires, will simply wear out over time. While that’s true to a certain extent, it’s also true that preventative maintenance can effectively extend the operational lifespan of an alternator. The specific maintenance operations will vary from one alternator to another, but mitigating … Continue reading What Are the Types of Services That Can Be Done to an Alternator to Prolong Its Life? →

Why Are Gear Reduction Starters Replacing Direct Drive Starters?
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A Failing Starter Stresses a Vehicle’s Electrical System When a vehicle’s starter motor begins to fail, a heavy strain is placed on your vehicle’s battery and other components in the starter circuit. Repairing or replacing your starter motor at the first signs of failure saves you the added cost of replacing supporting components. Direct Drive … Continue reading Why Are Gear Reduction Starters Replacing Direct Drive Starters? →

Is a New Starter Always Better than a Remanufactured Starter?
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In theory, there shouldn’t be any objective differences between a remanufactured starter and a new starter. Remanufacturing is a fairly sophisticated process that is designed to restore a malfunctioning or broken component, like an old starter, to the exact same conditions that existed when it first left the factory assembly line. Of course, that doesn’t … Continue reading Is a New Starter Always Better than a Remanufactured Starter? →