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Undercar Digest July 2015 1 PRINTED IN THE U.S.A. July 2015 On The Cover Serving the Automotive Aftermarket Since 1976 Undercar Digest (ISSN 0893-6943) is published monthly by M D Publications, Inc., 2034 W. Vista, P.O. Box 2210, Springfield, MO 65801-2210. Advertising inquiries are welcome, by mail or telephone, (417) 866-3917; Fax (417) 866-2781; editor@mdpublications.com. Advertising rates furnished upon request. Advertiser and agency agree to indemnify and protect the publisher from unauthorized use of any person's name, photograph, statement or copyrighted material. Copies available by subscription: One year (12 issues) United States and U.S. possessions $39; Canada $48; all other countries via IPA $81 in U.S. funds only. Single copy price $4.75 plus shipping for current or back issues (as available) except the Annual Buyer's Guide which is published as the January issue. Periodicals Postage paid at Springfield, Missouri, and additional entry offices. POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to Undercar Digest, P.O. Box 2210, Springfield, MO 65801-2210. In Canada: Publications Agreement No. 41506519, Station A, PO Box 54, Windsor, ON N9A 6J5; e-mail: returnsIL@imex.pb.com Copyright 2015 by M D Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Advertisements and signed articles do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Undercar Digest or its management. Editorial contributions welcome, but return of manuscripts, models or other artwork not guaranteed unless accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. Information contained in Undercar Digest has been carefully compiled from industry sources known for their reliability, but M D Publications does not guarantee its accuracy. Other M D Publications: Transmission Digest , and Tech/Talk . M D Show Division: AUTO TECH EXPO April 7-9, Covington, Ky. ® Volume 39, No. 12 Inside Inside Features Zangari's Auto Trivia.............................................................6 Drive Train Specialists: Knowledge Is the Key to Drivetrain Success .............................................................8 Solo Performance: A Tune of Their Own .............................12 Training Resources..............................................................23 Questions Answered: AP's New CEO & President Chris Ostrander...............................................................28 Hot Topics Training Tips .....................................................34 Name the Car From the Detail............................................40 Technical Photo Tech: 21st Century Training – A look at Southern Illinois University Carbondale ..........................16 Technically Speaking ® : Repairing Vehicles the Modern Way.............................................................21 Muffler & Pipe Advice: What Is Really Going on in that Catalyst? .........................................................30 R&R; Tech: Mr. DIY Ninja Fails to Master Intricate Wiring ....32 Critical Thinking When There Are No Codes, 2003 Suzuki Vitara 2.0-liter .............................................37 Tech Tips ADVICS: The Best Choice – ADVICS Disc Brakes and Ultra-Premium Pads .................................................30 ACDelco: GM Wheel-Speed Sensor Diagnosis and Service ..31 Solo Performance: Don't Forget Stainless Exhaust Hardware ...........................................................32 Bosch Brakes: Copper-Free Brake Pads ................................33 Advance Auto Parts Professional: Three Easy Steps to Ensure You Are Providing World-Class Brake Service........39 Management/Marketing Management Matters: Do I Specialize or?...........................26 Departments News & Views ......................................................................2 Index to Advertisers ............................................................40 Page 12 The management team of Solo Performance, Mississauga, Ont., displays the company's performance exhaust line, along with some of the vehicles for which the systems are designed. (Cover photo by Undercar Digest Editor Jim Wilder) Page 8 Drive Train Specialists, Warren, Mich., has a niche business when it comes to automotive differentials, selling drivetrain components as a national distributor, selling parts locally and operating a service center for consumer vehicles. Page 16 Undercar Digest Technical Editor Ron Henningsen provides highlights of the Transportation Education Center training program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. ) Page 28 AP Exhaust Technology's New CEO & President Chris Ostrander answers questions from Undercar Digest. Page 30 Muffler & Pipe Advice columnist Ed Hanson explains breaking-in catalytic converters. Page 37 Shop owner and automotive instructor Duane Marriage uses critical thinking when he finds no codes on a problem 2003 Suzuki Vitara 2.0-liter.