Brian Sexton, Author at Shop Owner Magazine
Complete Oil Changes Require The Right Filter

Think through the job, use the correct oil, filter and tools, and make sure you’re doing things in the right order.

Top Five Brake Tips (VIDEO)

Here are five tips on brake jobs tips for technicians. This video is sponsored by TRW.

CDC Shocks and Struts (VIDEO)

CDC units use electronically controlled valving to control the compression and rebound of the dampener. Sponsored by Sachs.

Heavy Talk About Lightweight Brake Components

Engineering teams have certain goals that they need to meet or exceed.

DIYer Brake Pads (VIDEO)

Here are five tips that will have you perform a brake job like a pro. This video is sponsored by TRW Aftermarket.

ABS Speed Sensors (VIDEO)

How does the vehicle know when to release the brakes? You guessed it. Active ABS speed sensors. Sponsored by Standard.

Why Lightweight Brake Components Matter

Weight reduction is important for cars, too. OE engineering teams have certain goals that they need to meet or exceed.

VVT Systems (VIDEO)

It’s important to remember that VVT is a system, not a single component or a part. This video is sponsored by Standard.

The Five Jobs of Engine Oil: LSCCC (VIDEO)

Motor oil lubricates, seals, cleans, cools, and cushions an engine. This video is sponsored by Rislone.

How to Pinpoint an Oil Leak Source (VIDEO)

Follow the trail to the forward-most, highest point in the vehicle that you can. This video is sponsored by Bar’s Leaks.

Why Is This Brand New PS Pump So Noisy? (VIDEO)

There are several questions which you should ask yourself in this scenario. This video is sponsored by Rislone.

Diagnosing PCV Trouble Codes

When it comes time to diagnose a potential issue with the PCV system, it’s important to look at “the big picture.”