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Not All Mechanic Shops Are Created Equally

Not All Mechanic Shops Are Created Equally

  • Post author:XL Mechanical Service Ltd.
  • Post published:April 26, 2019
  • Post category:blog

Mechanic shops are just like anything else, be it restaurants or barbers or schools. Some just are not run at the same standard that others are and that is something…

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Salvage Yard versus Parts Experts

Salvage Yard versus Parts Experts

  • Post author:XL Mechanical Service Ltd.
  • Post published:April 12, 2019
  • Post category:blog

Anyone who has spent time fixing up vehicles is probably more than a little familiar with salvage yards. There are a lot of salvage yards scattered across North America and…

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Old vs New Parts

Old vs New Parts

  • Post author:XL Mechanical Service Ltd.
  • Post published:April 3, 2019
  • Post category:blog

The reality is that vehicles have a way of breaking down and needing replacement parts as wear and tear starts to set in. Parts need to be replaced and we…

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Why You Do Not Want Used Parts From Online Personal Classifieds

Why You Do Not Want Used Parts From Online Personal Classifieds

  • Post author:XL Mechanical Service Ltd.
  • Post published:March 29, 2019
  • Post category:blog

In today’s world of online shopping, it is relatively easy to get your hands on anything you might need, even used car and truck parts. Many people are bypassing their…

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Fuel Filter Maintenance

Fuel Filter Maintenance

  • Post author:XL Mechanical Service Ltd.
  • Post published:January 31, 2019
  • Post category:Technical Info

Your fuel filter plays a critical role in keeping your engine protected from particles that may enter your fuel system. What Are the Signs of a Failing or Faulty Fuel…

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Air Filter Maintenance

Air Filter Maintenance

  • Post author:XL Mechanical Service Ltd.
  • Post published:January 22, 2019
  • Post category:Technical Info

Ensuring that the air filter in your vehicle is working like it should be is a crucial step toward keeping your vehicle in peak operating condition for as long as…

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What Happens to Diesel Fuel in Cold Weather?

What Happens to Diesel Fuel in Cold Weather?

  • Post author:XL Mechanical Service Ltd.
  • Post published:January 7, 2019
  • Post category:blog

It happens every year. Winter sneaks up on us before we realize that what feels like two weeks of summer has passed. With those freezing temperatures, it is important to…

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A Look At Cummins Diesel Engine’s History

A Look At Cummins Diesel Engine’s History

  • Post author:XL Mechanical Service Ltd.
  • Post published:November 22, 2018
  • Post category:blog

For almost 100 years the name Cummins has been synonymous with power and dependability in the world of engines. Most RAM truck lovers today are aware of the Cummins name…

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CV Joints: A Very Underappreciated Component of a Vehicle

CV Joints: A Very Underappreciated Component of a Vehicle

  • Post author:XL Mechanical Service Ltd.
  • Post published:November 7, 2018
  • Post category:blog

Pictures throughout are damage caused by a failed CV joint. Did you know that your vehicle has CV joints? If you did not, now is a good time to learn…

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Why is Diesel More Efficient Than Gasoline?

Why is Diesel More Efficient Than Gasoline?

  • Post author:XL Mechanical Service Ltd.
  • Post published:October 31, 2018
  • Post category:blog

When you hear the word “diesel”, you likely think about big-rig trucks and heavy-duty construction equipment spewing thick clouds of black smoke into the atmosphere. However, diesel has grown to…

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