ITB Episode 55: The importance of flushing power steering systems
Skipping a flush (and fill) of a hydraulic power steering system after a repair may seem like a good way to save a little time and money. But it can add up to big headaches …
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ITB Episode 54: How to Minimize Rack Boot Splitting
When repairing or replacing a steering rack, there’s a very simple step you can do to minimize premature splitting or tearing of the steering rack boots. After you have swapped in new parts, but before …
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ITB Episode 53: OE MINI Thermostat Failures
While the failure rate on the Mini thermostat has been a fairly common occurrence in the shops, you can minimize comebacks after the initial repair if you know what to look out for. The thermoplastic …
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ITB Episode 52: What’s in the Box? (AAE Racks and Pumps)
In this quick episode, we wanted to walk you through a few of the tools we include in each of our AAE rack and pump boxes. Power steering service tips and core return policy- We …
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ITB Episode 50: Inside the Magna X Filter
In our 50th episode of CRP’s Inside the Brands, we discuss the Magna X Filter and why we include it with every new and remanufactured rack we sell through our AAE brand. The Magna X …
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ITB Episode 49: The Difference Between Low, Mid, and High SAPS in Motor Oil
Earlier in our Inside the Brands series, we did a short video on SAPS. Since then, we’ve received additional questions so we wanted to do a quick follow-up that goes into a little more detail …
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ITB Episode 48: Fixing an OE Design Flaw
Through conversations with many professional repair technicians, it was discovered that the OE power steering pump used in several popular Honda/Acura models came with design flaws in the valve and return pipe. These flaws led …
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ITB Episode 47: A 2016 Recap
2016 was a great year for CRP Automotive and Inside the Brands! Throughout the year we aired new videos every other Wednesday featuring a variety of tech tips, industry insights, and new products. We hope …
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ITB Episode 46: Changes in Engine Oil Dipstick and Funnel Colors
Due to changes in industry standards, vehicle manufacturers have recently altered the color of engine oil dipsticks and funnels. Learn why in this quick episode of Inside the Brands. The growing popularity of electric vehicles …
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ITB Episode 45: Using Tap Water in Your Antifreeze? Think Again.
In the past, it was common for mechanics to use tap water with their full concentrate antifreeze. However, the science has evolved, and now we like to say that the professional repair technician is a …