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3 Reasons to Become an Automotive Technician

If you enjoy fixing things and have a love of cars, then a career as an automotive technician could be a great option. It’s a flexible career: Choose to work in an auto repair shop where you can enjoy the challenge of solving a multitude of motor vehicle options—or opt to specialize in an area… Continue reading 3 Reasons to Become an Automotive Technician

Cummins ISC Running Check

The ever important running check on our fleet of buses is never compromised after a repair or checking out a complaint. This means a basic visual and listening session. The road test might tell the story under certain conditions if there is a noise or power complaint. It will also show fluid leaks if any.… Continue reading Cummins ISC Running Check

DT Diesel Engine Rear Seal

As I start this post I can’t help thinking of all the experienced mechanics around the world who don’t share their mechanical fixes and failures. If 1% of mechanics around the world turned into bloggers the internet would be totally packed with great content. The ‘how to’ information online is the biggest draw to the… Continue reading DT Diesel Engine Rear Seal

Sterling Bullet ISB Turbo Repair

The video is a quick over view of a repair we are completing on one of our white fleet trucks…It’s a Sterling Bullet with a 6.7 Liter ISB Cummins diesel engine. The Cummins code was P2262 which was a mechanical issue with the turbocharger. It would create a back pressure at random which caused a… Continue reading Sterling Bullet ISB Turbo Repair

School Bus Engine Overheating Solution

I’ve been asked several times over the last 20 years if we get the Summer off. I said no you’re thinking of the teachers and bus drivers. The Summer is like a breath of fresh air for us with 2 months to get caught up and have some time to find ways to prevent regular… Continue reading School Bus Engine Overheating Solution