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Monroe: The Legacy Behind The Leader In Automotive Shocks & Struts
When you look up automotive shocks & struts online, the first name that comes up (and keeps coming up) is Monroe. This company has been around since 1916 and remains the leader in shocks and struts across the country.
The Monroe Company has a rich history that has stood the test of time. In 1916 vehicles had no suspension system, roads were rough and unpaved and tires continually blew out because of the rocky conditions.
August F. Meyer a young mechanic in Monroe, Michigan saw an opportunity and ran with it. He figured that with the high number of flat tires that ocurred on a regular basis, a tire pump was the perfect solution. He established the Brisk Blast Manufacturing Company and was soon putting out over 5, 000 tire pumps every week.
By 1919, Brisk Blast became the Monroe Auto Equipment Company and they came up with the first self-oiled tire pump that had a single barrel. It was only 1919 and this company had sales of over two million dollars a year.
By the 1920s service stations began offering free air and Monroe shifted gears and developed the first Monroe Shock Eliminator in 1926. By 1929, the company developed their first double action shock absorber. In 1938 the company applied its knowledge and expertise in shock absorbers and made them for railroad passenger cars.
By 1951 Monroe was the number one maker of automotive shock absorbers in the world and in 1953, race car driver Bill Vukovich won the Indianapolis 500 with a vehicle that had Monroe shock absorbers.
In the 1960s the company went international and in 1977 joined forces with Tenneco, Inc. Monroe began manufacturing struts in 1980 and in 1991 began its highly successful line of Sensa-Trac shock absorbers and struts.
The company continues its legacy of quality automotive products. For two years in a row it earned the prestigious award br Automotive Technicians as the after market shocks and struts of choice.
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5 Automotive Tools Every Auto Owner Needs
Automobiles are sizeable investments. As a car becomes older, its maintenance becomes increasingly important. There are many tools that every auto owner should have. Auto shops can sometimes charge exurbanite amounts for a simple fix that could have been done at home for much cheaper. Having the proper tools and knowledge will allow any auto owner to save money, learn more about their automobile, and maintain their car.
1. Every auto owner should have a jack and jack stands. When working on a car, more often than not, the car must be elevated. Simple procedures like rotating tires can be done at home with the help of a Jack. Additionally, all car owners should have a jack in their car with them wherever they go. In the unfortunate event of a flat tire, having a jack and a spare tire can lead to a simple tire replacement. In a garage, having a powerful jack and strong jack stands makes it possible for an auto owner to reach every point underneath the car and thus solve problems more efficiently.
2. One of the most important car maintenance practices is the oil change. To maintain an automobile, the oil should be changed once every 3,000 miles. Quintessential to a successful oil change is having an Oil Wrench that takes the oil filter off and allows the oil to be changed expediently. Without an oil wrench, an auto owner may be forced to take their car to an auto shop and overpay for a simple oil change.
3. Often when dealing with parts of the engine, or the hard-to-reach spots under the hood, proper tools are required. A 3/8-inch Socket Set can allow an automobile owner to loosen and subsequently tighten a wide variety of bolts. Different extensions allow the auto owner to obtain the best angles for torque and therefore make auto jobs quite a bit easier.
4. When changing oil, having a funnel, some rags, and a bucket is very helpful. Once again, the oil change is one of the most important maintenances for a car, and it can be done easily by anyone. However, many people do not have the proper tools or knowledge for a successful oil change. Having a funnel can also be useful when refilling any other fluids in one’s car. The funnel serves to make sure that fluids do not get over filled, which can lead to significant problems.
5. Finally, every auto owner should have a pair of solid vice grips. Some times a part will just not come loose. Other times, a car part may not seem to be tight enough despite one’s best efforts. Vice grips can hold a wide variety of car parts and allow the user to obtain more leverage for either tightening or loosening a part. When encountering a part that will simply not come loose, many auto owners will give up and take their car to a shop. Having vice grips can help one to avoid this problem.
Unfortunately, there is no car in existence that doesn’t require constant maintenance. However, with the right tools, anyone can fix minor problems and maintain his or her automobile without the assistance of an auto mechanic. The right tools can lead to a longer last vehicle, and large cost savings.
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