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Aftermarket Daily News 7 7 Friday, November 2, 2018 Manufacturers today are using advanced technology to design and build modern vehicles, which has resulted in tighter tolerances and improved quality control. Vehicles are being built with close to aircraft technology, and that is the reason why Car Bench equipment is getting more and more popular world- wide within the OEMs. This is due to its high-quality construction, tight toler- ances and state-of-the-art engineering. With Car Bench equipment, there is no guesswork. It will fit perfectly and allow the vehicles to be restored back to original manufacturer structural and safe- ty specifications. Unfortunately, many repairs are being carried out with sub-standard equipment today, putting liability on the repairer due to incorrect procedures and high tolerances which can allow exces- sive damage during an accident and put Car Bench (Cont'd. from p. 4) lives at stake. Car Bench's philosophy has always been to share its know-how and knowl- edge with the collision repair industry. Car Bench doesn't do this to simply pro- duce and sell straightening equipment. Equipment can be sold by anybody. Car Bench does this because it is the right thing to do. Car Bench has over half a century of research together with OEMs. This allows Car Bench to offer a superior product and its best-in-class service to help you network within the industry and repair your customer's vehicle correctly. Repaired right the first time and every time. If you are interested in becoming a prestige OEM certified body shop, talk to Car Bench experts at 800.637.4780. For more information, go to www .carbenchnorthamerica.com or stop by SEMA booth #11221. ADN: How do you get VCDS? JD: Orders can be placed on our website. We recommend the VCDS Professional Kit for repair shops. The kit includes the HEX-NET, a USB stick with software, right angle extension, carrying case and 15 support tickets. Simply plug in the USB stick and install VCDS onto your own windows computer, plug in the HEX-NET and access the vehicle. ADN: The VCDS Professional Kit includes 15 support tickets; what does a ticket give you? JD: Support tickets give you access to our over-the-phone vehicle support. Vehicle sup- port covers the use of VCDS to help diag- nose and repair vehicles. One ticket will cover one issue, on one car, for five business days. Most of us doing support at Ross-Tech are former dealer techs with factory training. All of our customers get free product support to make sure they are up and run- ning. If anyone needs assistance installing or setting up the software, we are just a phone call away. ADN: What if you use all 15 tickets? JD: The 15 support ticket package included with the VCDS Professional Kit can be purchased again separately for $300. Our customers can also purchase a single ticket when needed for $40. ADN: How much are updates? Ross-Tech (Cont'd. from p. 1) JD: VCDS software updates are guaran- teed free for one year from the date of purchase. However, we have never charged for software updates in the last 18 years and do not plan to do so. ADN: Do you offer any training? JD: We do not offer formal training classes. We believe learning how to work on the vehicle is more valuable than learning how to click a button. For this reason, we offer diagnostic procedures for free via our YouTube channel: Ross- Tech VCDS. Videos include: 'How to Read Wiring Diagrams,' 'Convertible Top Diagnostics,' 'Service Reminder Reset' and much more. We currently have 30-plus diagnostic procedures available on the channel. We also have a database of trouble code causes and solu- tions and procedures through our wiki website: wiki.ross-tech.com. Both resources can be accessed for free at any- time. ADN: How can readers see the tool in action? JD: Stop by our booth at AAPEX, #450. We will be demonstrating VCDS on a custom built VW Golf imported from South Africa. VCDS was used during the build to monitor diagnostic information, trouble codes and live data. For more information, go to www .ross-tech.com, call 267.638.2300, email sales@ross-tech.com or stop by AAPEX booth #450. name plates would help us grow. This really was the impetus for changing our name to Autopart International. Five years later, the Patkin family sold Autopart International to Advance Auto Parts Inc. Since then, AI has expanded its branch store geographic footprint, expanded its brand penetration through our Global Sales Division and our product offering to include all makes and all models. Through our 185 branch stores, AI sells to professional service providers along the Eastern Seaboard and as far west as Ohio. Additionally, we have grown our private brand penetration through our wholesale sales or Global Sales Division to the balance of the 50 states as well as Canada, the Caribbean, Central and South America. ADN: What are the quality product offer- ings that AI delivers to the aftermarket? RJ: AI has a broad spectrum of 'Premium Private Label' categories we have devel- oped globally with premium manufactur- ers over the last 30 years. Since AI is well known as an undercar specialist, it proba- bly is no surprise that our strong focus has been on developing premium private label undercar categories designed and built to meet or exceed OE. Categories such as our OES Exhaust, Pro-Strut, VSV Ride Control, Posi Met and PMCT Brake Pads, E-Coated Rotors, Friction Ready Calipers, as well as our new to market OEF3 line of entry level friction with full abutment hardware. Additionally as vehicle technologies Autopart International (Cont'd. from p. 1) have changed, AI has been working hard to develop and bring to market under hood categories to include our Pro-Tune engine management line, filtration and our recently introduced Service Tech line, which includes New Rotation Electrical and Timing Kits. Finally AI does partner with several premium national aftermarket brands to enhance and support our overall product offerings. ADN: What sets Autopart International apart? RJ: I believe our advantages lie in our combination of branch stores and our Global Sales Division coupled with our strength in parts information and product development. Our branch stores keep us close to the street where the vehicle service work is being performed. This insight allows AI to continually refine our products to best serve our Professional Service Providers. Additionally, this valuable feedback helps AI refine its parts infor- mation to ensure we sell the right part the first time. This street experience carries forward to our Global Sales Division, as that street experience helps us understand the true needs of the jobbers and WDs we serve in our GSD division. That in turn gives us a competitive advantage build- ing strong partnerships with these inde- pendent parts professionals. Autopart International is proud to be a part of AAPEX and invites you to learn more about its extensive product line at AAPEX booth #7346. Learn more at www.autopartinternational.com. restore versus replace, you are making money while saving your customers loads of money too. The auto restoration industry is full of great opportunities, but you don't have to stop there. Boat bottom cleaning, graffiti removal, pool tile cleaning, line stripe removal and building restoration are just a few applications for Dustless Blasting and are everywhere around us. Everything in the world is painted and dirty, and the demand for Dustless Blasting continues to rapidly grow. To tackle all of those jobs, you'll need a tool that's simple, reliable and versatile – and that's the Dustless Blaster. It suppress- es the dust plume so you can safely work anywhere, and is more efficient and pow- erful than traditional methods like sand- blasting or chemical stripping. Our mobile units come mounted on a custom-built trailer so you can easily bring your equip- ment to any job site. From rural areas to urban communities, a mobile business allows you to take advantage of all the available work out there. Dustless Blasting (Cont'd. from p. 1) When you start a business with Dustless Blasting equipment, you get more than just an amazing tool. You get a whole turn-key package which includes hands-on training, online guides and videos, marketing materials to promote your business, and advice and support. Unlike franchising, which comes with high start-up costs, monthly royalties and lack of control, you will truly own your business. There are no ongoing fees, no corporate limitations and no territories that you're banned from. Best of all, you get to keep 100 percent of the profits. So if you're interested in building your future while restoring the past, visit SEMA booth #24693. See the amazing tool that all the pros in the automotive industry are talking about, and meet Dennis Gage from My Classic Car! Let Dustless Blasting take all of the guess- work out of starting your own business, and set you up for success. For more information, go to www.dust lessblasting.com, stop by SEMA booth #24693, email info@dustlessblasting.com or call 713.869.2227. color installation instructions so you can concentrate on how awesome your ride is going to look when you're done. All T-REX Grilles are American made and sold with a limited lifetime warranty and three-year warranty on the finish. For more information, con- tact your nearest T-REX dealer or call T-REX Grilles directly at 800.287.5900. About T-REX Truck Products After more than 20 years of cutting edge development, T-REX has grown to become the world leader in after- market grille design and manufactur- ing. Its state-of-the-art 55,000 square- foot Corona, California facility sup- T-REX (Cont'd. from p. 4) ports more than 100 American jobs – everything from production to R&D to corporate staff – all dedicated to one singular purpose: to produce the finest grilles and accessories available any- where on the planet. And that dedica- tion and American craftsmanship shows in every product that leaves the facility. Don't hesitate to call the knowledge- able sales and customer service team to learn more about its products, inquire about fitments and availability or any other questions you might have about T-REX products. Always choose the best. Always choose T-REX! For more information, go to www.trex billet.com or stop by SEMA booth #33109.