Becoming a Commercial Truck Driver After Military
There are a number of career options that military personnel may choose to pursue after their service is complete. Commercial truck driving is particularly suitable for former service members for a variety of reasons. Surprising? Maybe. But consider a few parallels between the two and some of the benefits that military personnel bring to the […]
Nitrogen or Oxygen? And what is TPMS?
The wheels on the bus, (or your car for that matter) do not continue to go round and round without a little TLC from you or your local mechanic. After all, what is a vehicle without tires? Pretty much a useless pile of metal and rubber. So it’s important to perform regular tire pressure checks […]
J-Tech Becoming an Automotive or Diesel Technician after the military
The US Military is a complex animal. Entrusted with the daunting task of keeping the nation safe at home and across the globe, the military universe is made up of men and women trained in a vast array of specialized fields. And while each member of the armed forces enters the military in a specific […]
How J-Tech Serves Military Veterans
The military is made up of much more than generals, soldiers, and artillery. A multi-dimensional world that not only keeps our country safe, but it’s also a training ground for some of the best automotive, aircraft and diesel equipment mechanics the nation has to offer. The truth is, no matter what field your military training […]
Identifying Your AC Problem
In Florida the daily commute can be unbearable if your car’s AC suddenly stops working. If you own a car manufactured prior to 1995, this can be an even bigger problem thanks to the EPA’s regulation of ozone destroying refrigerants, making it more difficult to address issues related to recharging your car’s AC. It is […]
J-Tech: How to check your engine belts.
Checking and maintaining your vehicle’s engine belts is crucial to the health of many internal mechanisms that rely on them. Being able to diagnose a worn or faulty engine belt early on can save you time and money in the long run. And who doesn’t like saving time and money? First, let me guide you […]
J-Tech – The Importance of a Wheel Alignment
With Americans spending on average 293 hours in their cars every year, keeping the wheels smoothly turning is pretty important. Not just for a smooth ride but for a myriad of other reasons. We’ve put together the warning signs that may signal your need for an alignment and some of the top reasons for getting […]
J-Tech – When you should change the cabin filter and why?
There are few things more important in our daily lives than getting where we need to go and the air we breathe while getting there. Fortunately, most late model cars on the road today come equipped with a cabin air filter that cleanses the air coming into the interior of the car, capturing dust, pollen […]
How to know it is time to replace your tires…
A bad tire is like to a bad attitude, you won’t get anywhere until you change it! Keeping the tires on your car in optimal condition is pretty important if you want to continue to get from point A to point B. Just like your favorite tennis shoes, the tires on your car incur wear […]
Let’s Work a Little Flexibility into that Schedule
There may have been a time when a student’s sole focus was on school… but let’s face it—times change. People work, raise kids, juggle family responsibilities, and have plenty of other obligations that keep them busy. So why do so many schools ignore that? Luckily, at J-Tech, we get it. And even better, we make […]