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The Value of Experience: In Discussion With Our Instructor, Mark Raczkowski

Automotive Training Centre

Recently, we had the privilege of speaking with Mark Raczkowski, one of our expert instructors, about his career journey, teaching philosophy, and the impact hes making on auto mechanic students. Encouraged by a friend working at ATC Torontos auto mechanic school , Mark leaped educationand hasnt looked back since.

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Considering Automotive School? How EVs Of The Future Will Differ From Today’s

Automotive Training Centre

Its design philosophy and technical features provide a window into the future of car manufacturing, where digital technology and environmental considerations play pivotal roles. This timing allows hybrid and electric mechanics to prepare their skills and facilities to accommodate such advanced vehicles.

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Techs Rock Candidate Profiles – Emerging Technologies

Tomorrow's Technician

TechForce Foundation’s Techs Rock Awards is an awards program recognizing both technical students’ and professional technicians’ commitment to the profession. Paul’s technician journey: Paul graduated from Rosedale Technical Institute (now Rosedale Technical College) with a 4.0 Paul is ASE Master L1 and L3.)

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How Capacitors Protect Ignition Circuits

Tomorrow's Technician

So, I emailed Philip Austin, NGK’s Manager of Technical Training. Instead of mechanical points, a modern ignition system has a transistor that performs the switching. If you use a current clamp, you will see the switching of the coil with greater definition. I was stumped!

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Fan Clutch Replacement Cost & Warning Signs to Watch For

RepairSmith

Yes, definitely. Thats why you should schedule an appointment with a trusted car repair shop or have a mobile mechanic check your fan clutch at the first sign of trouble. Troubleshooting and replacing a fan clutch requires technical expertise and proper tools. So, its best to have an expert mechanic check your car.

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Crankshaft Pulley Replacement Cost (+Signs to Get a New One)

RepairSmith

Definitely! However, you might need to replace them earlier if they get damaged due to: Natural wear and tear Coolant and engine oil exposure during a leak The cracked rubber ring inside the pulley Once the crankshaft pulley starts wearing out, it’s best to visit car repair shops or call a mobile mechanic to check the damper pulley.

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How Much Will a Valve Cover Gasket Replacement Cost?

RepairSmith

Definitely! A filthy valve cover : If your mechanic finds a dirty valve cover with brownish stains during a routine oil change , the gasket is surely worn out. So it’s best to have a mechanic to diagnose the issue to avoid a misdiagnosis. Swapping out the old gasket requires technical knowledge and car repair experience.