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Australia's #1 Mechanic Podcast! Helping Automotive Service & Repair Professionals develop successful careers and highly profitable workshops. In each episode, we interview industry experts from all different areas of our trade and ask all of the tough qu

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    • Oct 14, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Past, Present and Future of Drive and Timing Belts

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 19:40


    In this episode, we talk about what is arguably one of the most important parts of an engine with Chris Marturano, BDM of Automotive at Gates Australia. We look at how the materials have evolved from hemp and leather, what this means for replacement intervals, what we should be paying attention to as mechanics and what the future of belts might look like.

    The Past, Present and Future of Lubricants

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 23:21


    From the crude oils used at the beginning of the 1900's to the complex lubricant technology of today. In this episode, we talk about additives, blending, testing, licensing and approvals with Penrite's National Training and Sales Operations Manager Brendan Hughes. How thin will oils get? What will they look like in the future? Find the answers in this episode of the Mechanic.com.au Podcast

    The Past, Present and Future of Brake Rotors

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 26:07


    What did the first brake rotors look like and how have they evolved to what we see today? We hear all about the evolution of manufacturing and product technology from the founders decendant, Phillip Joseph who is the General Manager of Operations. What will brake rotors look like in the future? Will they still exist? What do you think?

    The Past, Present and Future of Shock Absorbers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 26:21


    Leather straps, Tanks and Tyre Pumps? Find out what these all have to do with the creation of Shock Absorbers and also take a look into the cutting edge technology of today and into the future with Gavin Pelling, Sales Director at Monroe!

    The Past, Present and Future of Lighting

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 23:37


    In this episode, we link up with James Pearson, Category Manager at Narva Australia and look at the evolution of automotive lighting over the ages; from the horse-drawn cart through to the cutting edge lighting technology of tomorrow. We uncover the science behind Globe Composition, LED's and Performance Globes and James sets the record straight when it comes to ADR's.

    Sensor Tech Talk with NTK

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 20:53


    In this epsode we take a dive into the various sensors used on vehicles today, how they work and the types of faults that we experience with them as mechanics. Join NTK's Product Manager James Henson for a juicy technical session!

    The Past, Present and Future of Brake Pads

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 22:03


    In this episode, we stole Bendix's Chief Engineer Andrew French and drilled him about what goes into brake pads today compared with the past, the challenges that they face and how they address them with different pad types. We also ask if friction will play a role in the future with the advent of regenerative braking. What do you think?

    The Past, Present and Future of Wipers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 22:14


    What does a car accident and Henry Ford have to do with the invention of wipers? Listen to our interview with Will Vagg, National Sales Manager at Trico to find out and learn about the technologies used in wiper engineering and testing today. For something we consider to be so simple, there is so much that goes into them!

    The Past, Present and Future of Clutches

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 26:02


    In this episode, we look at how the humble clutch has evolved over the years, the latest technologies being used and what is next? Will they get even more complex? Will clutches exist in the future? We get the inside word from Exedy's Senior Product Manager, Mark Davis.

    The effects COVID-19 has had on Ryco

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 21:15


    In this episode, we find out how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected Ryco Filters in terms of their operations, product development, projects and more! - Learn how they have pivoted to keep moving forward with Ryco's General Manager of Marketing, Jeff Turner.

    Helping Workshops Boost their Bottom Line with New Gates Products & Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2019 17:29


    This week in the Hot Seat is Drew Conkling, Global Product Line Manager of Automotive at Gates talking to us about the various products, services and tools they have introduced to help workshops boost their bottom line!

    The 5 Key Questions to ask your Customer to Help Select the Best Brake Pad

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2019 16:45


    This week in the Hot Seat is Ian Campbell, Product Manager at Bendix talking to us about the 5 Key Questions we should be asking our Customers in order to help them select the Best Brake Pads for their needs

    Profitability of Wipers and Frequently Asked Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2019 15:42


    This week in the Hot Seat is Will Vagg, Sales Manager at Trico Products talking to us about how wiper servicing is changing in OE workshops, whether we should be recommending blades or refills, the difference between cheap and quality wipers and more!

    The Future of Aftermarket Brake Rotor Technologies

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2019 17:37


    This week in the Hot Seat is Tony Doyle, Technical Services Manager at Disc Brakes Australia talking to us about the future of Aftermarket Brake Rotor Technologies including regenerative braking and electrification, innovation projects, upgraded slotted and cross-drilled rotors as well as common misconceptions or knowledge gaps in the market place.

    Evolution of Battery Technology and Helping Grow your Battery Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2019 13:22


    This week in the Hot Seat is John Kilby, Training Manager at Century Batteries discussing the evolution of battery testing & replacement technology, as well as how Century can help grow your battery business.

    How to Grow your Business with Monroe

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 13:29


    This week in the Hot Seat is Eduard Julyan, State Sales Manager at Monroe telling us the average (and surprising) number of shocks being replaced by most workshops on a monthly basis and discussing some strategies and tips to help you increase your shock absorber business opportunities.

    Oil FAQ's and Penrites 10 Tenths Racing Range

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2019 18:28


    This week in the hot seat is Brendan Hughes, National Training Manager at Penrite Oil to provide some answers to Common Oil FAQ's and tell us about Penrites 10 Tenths Racing Range

    Avoiding the Top Clutch Installation Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2019 13:50


    This week in the hot seat is Chris Philp, Sales & Operations Manager at Exedy Australia to discuss the Top Clutch Installation Issues and how you can avoid them

    Driving Light Technology, Innovations and making Comparisons

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2019 15:16


    This week in the hot seat is Warren Bedford, Category Manager at Narva to discuss all things Driving Lights

    Oxygen Sensor Types, Roles, Failures, Testing and Replacement Tips

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2019 14:47


    This week in the hot seat is James Filshie, Senior Product Manager at NGK Spark Plugs to discuss all things Oxygen Sensors.

    SuperPro isn't just about Repair. They specialise in Tough 4x4 Suspension also!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2019 17:19


    This week in the hot seat is David Atherton, National Sales Manager at SuperPro to discuss all things Tough 4x4 Suspension!

    Crankcase and Fuel Water Separator Filtration Options

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2019 17:36


    This week in the hot seat is Alastair Hampton, General Manager of Engineering and Innovation at Ryco Filters to discuss all things Crankcase and Fuel Water Separator Filtration

    The Top Challenges Mechanics Have and How to Overcome Them

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2018 9:03


    In this weeks episode of 'Smoko Sessions' we ask the Mechanic.com.au Premier Community Partners 'What are the Top Challenges that you think Mechanics have with servicing your product category?'

    What is the #1 Way Mechanics can Boost Sales?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2018 10:31


    In this weeks episode of 'Smoko Sessions' we ask the Mechanic.com.au Premier Community Partners 'What is your #1 Recommendation to Boost Sales?'

    What will happen in the future that people consider impossible or unlikely?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2018 7:40


    In this weeks episode of 'Smoko Sessions' we ask the Mechanic.com.au Premier Community Partners 'What do you think will happen in the future that other people consider impossible or unlikely?'

    Time Saving Tips for Technicians

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2018 6:52


    In this weeks episode of 'Smoko Sessions' we ask the Mechanic.com.au Premier Community Partners 'What is your #1 time saving tip for technicians?'

    What is the #1 Thing Mechanics do WRONG?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2018 7:41


    In this weeks episode of 'Smoko Sessions' we ask the Mechanic.com.au Premier Community Partners 'What is the #1 thing mechanics do wrong or that you wish they asked you about?'

    What is the question your support staff get asked the most?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2018 8:18


    In this weeks episode of 'Smoko Sessions' we ask the Mechanic.com.au Premier Community Partners 'What is the question your support staff get asked the most?'

    What handy tools should EVERY technician have in their toolbox and WHY?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2018 5:16


    In this weeks episode of 'Smoko Sessions' we ask the Mechanic.com.au Premier Community Partners 'What is one Handy Tool that you think every Technician should have in their Toolbox and why?'

    What is the funniest, most interesting or absurd thing you have seen or received from a repairer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2018 6:52


    In this weeks episode of 'Smoko Sessions' we ask the Mechanic.com.au Premier Community Partners 'What is the funniest, most interesting or absurd thing one of your reps has seen or received from a repairer?'

    Silicon vs. Rubber Wipers, Average Life of a Wiper, Selling Wipers and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2018 18:56


    In this episode, we caught up with Will Vagg, Sales & Marketing Manager at Trico. We talk about the differences between Silicon and Rubber Wiper Blades, How long an average wiper lasts, Things that affect Wiper Life, Sales Tactics for Wipers, Choosing the right Wiper for an application and more...To contact Trico within Australia, please call (03) 9271 3288For more information about Trico's Exact Fit Wiper Program visit: http://bit.ly/2PSPb1L

    Correct bleeding procedure for timing belt tensioners, Can you replace a clutch pulley with a fixed pulley? Matching drive belts and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2018 31:53


    In this episode, we caught up with Ian Campbell, General Sales Manager at Gates Australia. We discuss the proper procedure to bleed hydraulic tensioners and why, the how and why of 'matched pair' belts, overrrunning clutch vs. fixed pulleys, stretch belts and much more!*** Links to resources mentioned in the podcast***Bleeding timing belt tensioners: http://bit.ly/2LBCRUpWater Pumps Reduce Warranty Returns and Avoid Comebacks - YouTube: http://bit.ly/2OdFSsoTroubleshooting Belt Drive Related Problems: http://bit.ly/2LIEKLNClaim your FREE Belt Wear Tool: http://bit.ly/2HEgNDOMicroV Stretch Fit Belt Installation: http://bit.ly/2mJ7YiYOOnline Catalogue: www.gatescatalogue.com.auModular Hose: www.gatesaustralia.com.au/modular-hose Gates Thermostats: http://bit.ly/2LnyDAmTechnical Service Bulletins: http://bit.ly/2LNsHwX

    Using the correct battery chargers and testers! What's so special about stop-start batteries? Deep Cycle Batteries and more...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2018 14:03


    In this episode, we catch up with Johnny Kennedy, National Sales Manager at Century Batteries. We talk about correct battery testing and charging methods, deep cycle batteries, stop-start batteries and making more battery sales!

    How do Performance Globes Work? H4's vs H7's? Getting the longest globe life and more...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2018 25:42


    In this episode we catch up with James Pearson, Category Manager at Narva Australia. We learn how different types of globes such as 'Blue Vision' and the 'Plus' range are made, what affects globe life and more...

    Anti-seize on spark plugs? Choosing a spark plug for performance applications. O2 Sensors, Ignition Leads and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2018 14:38


    Should you use Anti-seize when fitting spark plugs? Why do LPG and performance vehicles require different ignition leads and spark plugs? When is the right time to change an oxygen sensor? This and more in this episode of the Mechanic.com.au Ask Me Anything Podcast with James Filshie, Senior Product Manager at NGK Australia.

    Clutch fitting hacks, Single vs. Dual Mass Flywheels, Common Problem Vehicles and Warranties

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2018 22:01


    In this episode we chat to Mark Davis, Product Manager at Exedy Clutch. We discuss everything from Flywheels to Warranties and Time-saving tips, as well as some of the problems mechanics are facing on the workshop floor with clutch fitments.

    Big Picture on Brakes - Selecting Correct Pads & Rotors, Friction Types, Troubleshooting and Tips!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2018 25:15


    In this episode we interview Product Engineering Manager at Bendix; Andrew French and Chief Engineer at DBA; Steve Gavin. We cover a range of questions from the Mechanic.com.au Community including Brake Pad and Rotor Selection, Brake Noise and Premature Pad Wear, Friction Types and more...

    Filters and Lubricants - Compatibility, Warranties and more... - Brendan Hughes & Jeff Turner

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2018 33:35


    In this episode, we talk everything from CVT and DCT Oils, Diesel Particulate and Fuel Filters, Aftermarket Lubricant Compatibility and Suitability, Ryco's Syntec line of Oil Filters, Brake Fluids and much more!

    Starting, Running & Scaling an Automotive Service & Repair Business - Philip Barker

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2017 20:05


    In this episode, we discuss all things business!From starting an automotive repair business to minimising tax and maximising profitability.Philip also talks about our obligations when it comes to record keeping and some of the best ways to acquire and retain new customers!

    Counterfeit and Customer-sourced Car Parts & the Mandatory Data Sharing Policy - Stuart Charity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2017 17:29


    In our first Podcast we interview Stuart Charity, Executive Director of the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association and cover all things Parts!From the changing landscape of parts suppliers, counterfeit parts and the legislation concerning the fitment of 'Customer Supplied' parts.We also get an update on the progress of the Mandatory Data Sharing Policy.

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