Dec Mtg Recap
Chrysler Driveability Course

Speaker, Duane Throckmorton, from Millennium Automotive Diagnostics.

This course covered fuel pump and ignition systems on the popular Chrysler engines. He covered cam and crank sensor operation as well as fuel pump specs. and wiring information.

He also covered:

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FORD 2006 CHANGES & FEATURES

Mark Maser, a Ford Master Trainer — and one of ATA’s favorite Instructors — covered Ford’s innovations for 2006.

We learned how nice the new Ford Hybrid is and some very important safety points when working on them.

We learned about the new features, including the eCVT Transmission, new Engines, and Hybrids—present & future.

eCVT Transmission: The electronically controlled, continuously variable transmission (eCVT) blends the low-end torque of the electric motor and the gasoline engine's increased torque at high rpms for seamless acceleration from a full stop to cruising speed.

Regenerative Braking: A regenerative braking function reclaims energy that would otherwise be lost as heat, storing it in the 330-volt, air-cooled battery pack for the next acceleration, passing maneuver, or hill climb. When the driver comes to rest at a traffic light, the engine is automatically switched off to save fuel. When the accelerator is applied, the electric motor provides low-end torque, revving up the acceleration power.

New Triton V-8 Engine: The new 5.4-liter Triton V-8 engine that powers Ford's F-150 is designed with three valves per cylinder, variable-cam timing, and a host of other features that provide increased power along with improved refinement and fuel efficiency.

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Oct Meeting

The Tire Business is Changing

Speaker, Dave Kotte of North Central Tire

Meeting to be held at the TWINSBURG GOODYEAR AUTO SERVICE

This class was conducted by Dave Kotte of North Central Tire. Dave has over 20 years in the tire and automotive industry. ATA gives a big Thank You to Dave Kotte from North Central Tire for putting on such an interesting and informative meeting in October and to Pat Fozio, owner of the Twinsburg Goodyear for hosting the meeting. Dave talked about the new tire specifications, features and problems with tires of all manufacturers, and what can and cannot be covered under warranty.Dave went into detail on how the tire business is changing, how speed rated tires are changing the industry, and how it effects independent business owners. Dave also reviewed some of the new tires that Goodyear has launched and how research and development is adding safety features to tires. This meeting will also review adjustable situations with tires and how to explain to your customer why a tire is wearing the way it is, and the difference between adjustable tires and a hidden road hazard damage. Dave also handed out a nice booklet of handy tire information to all attendees. North Central Tire sells all brands of tires to dealers only (not to the public).

Dave Kotte can be reached at goodyearadam@cs.com
Special Thanks to Pat Fozio of TWINSBURG AUTO SERVICE for Hosting the Meeting.

May Meeting
Mobile A/C Service 2005

Meeting held at the Wadsworth High School.

Speaker, Gary Halpern, Neutronics Inc.
Vice President Sales and Marketing covered:

Dejavu - R134a Supply Issues bring back renewed service concerns.

Topics:

• R134a: Supply & Pricing

• Regulation: EPA Section 609 & State Level Regulation

• Equipment

• Servicing Contaminated Systems

• Tips & Tricks

• The Future: Short Term 1 – 4 years & Long Term 5 – 20 years

 

April Meeting
21st Century Tune-up

Instructor Chuck Mehozonek

Bob & Earl April 2005

Chuck Mehozonek April 2005 ATA Seminar

Don Washington ATA April 2005 Winner of 50-50 raffle

Attached is a PDF flyer or a web version flyer on the meeting topic.

The Local Borg Warner rep (Tony Smerk) was also there.

Times are changing... Cars are changing… So are Tune-Ups! Keep your shop on the cutting edge and customer cars in your bays!

The 21st Century Tune-Up program will:

• Improve reliability • Reduce air pollution
• Improve performance • Improve fuel economy
• Create customer confidence

Increase product & service sales And…Develop an annual Tune-Up program for your customers!

The 21st Century Tune-Up consists of a customer interview followed by a series of vehicle inspections. The customer interview gives you the opportunity to find out how the customer feels about the vehicle’s performance, how the vehicle is treated and a sense of the vehicle’s history. The inspections are designed to be done in about 30 minutes.

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March Meeting Recap

John Forro Jr covered Silver Bullits II

Silver Bullets - Hundreds of Surefire Auto Repair Tips Silver Bullets was selected by Motor Magazine as one of the Top 20 Automotive Tools of 2000. Over 300 tips and tricks on GM, Ford and Chrysler vehicles.

We had a great turnout of over 70 people at the Wadsworth High School Auto Shop and it was well worth the time. John Forro Jr. covered several of the newest Silver Bullets from his award winning book.

Congrats to 50/50 winner Chris Perkins

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