Having a loaner car program is a great opportunity to expose customers to more aftermarket products. But is the risk worth the reward? Two shop principals duke it out in THE SHOP magazine’s newest show SHOP vs. SHOP. Click play above to watch. — MEET THE PRINCIPALS Josh Poulson is the principal of Auto Additions in Columbus, Ohio,… Continue reading Shop vs. Shop: Are Loaner Car Programs Worth It?
Category: Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
The Final Touch: Installing Edge Trims and Rubber Seals
Your customer’s car or truck wouldn’t be complete without the proper trims and rubber seals to make it look sleek and protect it from the elements. Universal Edge Trims and Rubber Seals like those offered by Trim-Lok can easily be installed on nearly any vehicle, regardless of make or model. Adding a protective trim to… Continue reading The Final Touch: Installing Edge Trims and Rubber Seals
More Than 100 Drivers Unite for the Motor State Challenge
The July 19-21 Pro-Touring event brought together 102 drivers from 18 states seeking fun and bragging rights…
Q&A: Getting a Handle on Polyurethane
Energy Suspension’s in-house manufacturing policy has thrust the company forward as leading a expert on all-things polyurethane for more than 30 years. The company controls production through the R&D stages, chemical formulation, molding, and final packaging. With all that polyurethane experience, it’s no surprise that the Energy Suspension staff is constantly getting questions from the… Continue reading Q&A: Getting a Handle on Polyurethane
Bonded Trim-Seal vs. Co-Extruded Trim-Seal
Which Trim-Seal is right for you? Which will improve or enhance your project? Learn the key similarities and differences between Trim-Lok’s Trim-Seal lines.
Butyl Adhesive and Hot Melt Adhesive
Trim-Lok offers the widest variety of Trim Seals and Edge Trim products on the market today. Most of these products are now available with pre-applied out-of-the box Butyl adhesive sealant or Hot Melt adhesive. Both provide an additional protection to your Trim Seals and Edge Trim selection.
How to Install Grips & Tubing
Grips and Tubing can be tricky to install, but using compressed air or rubbing alcohol can make it a breeze!
How to Install Drip Rail
Learn what tools to use and how to install Trim-Lok’s Drip Rail.
Trim-Lok’s Locking Gasket Installation
Learn about what tools and how to properly intall Trim-Lok’s Locking Gasket.
How to Install Rubber Seals on Windows, Doors, and More
Watch this instructional video on how to properly choose the correct rubber seal size and profile dimension with the best adhesive BT or HT tape option depending on its use.
How to Install Trim Seal
Learn how to accurately measure and select the correct Trim Seal for your application.
How to Install Edge Trim
Learn how to accurately measure and select the correct edge trim for your application.
Mile High Nationals Block Party
Mopar threw its annual Mopar Block Party Thursday night in Golden, Colorado.
VIDEO: Installing iNTECH Cold Air Intakes
Holley has expanded its line of iNTECH Cold Air Intakes to include a new design developed specifically for 6.2L LS3-powered 2008-’13 C6 Corvettes. iNTECH’s latest design positions the filters closer to the intake vents, and the washable, reusable high-flow four-layer dry-air filter eliminates the need for filter oils that can damage MAF sensors and set… Continue reading VIDEO: Installing iNTECH Cold Air Intakes
Dodge Unleashes Two New Drag Cars
Dodge debuts its Challenger R/T Scat Pack street-to-track dragster and 2019 Charger SRT Hellcat NHRA Funny Car….