There are over 20 different automotive discussion forums in the iATN members only area, with 2.6 million messages and roughly 500 posts daily. You may discuss all manner of automotive topics with other automotive professionals in a threaded discussion format as shown in the screen below. The automotive discussion that takes place ranges from very technical in nature to repair shop management, automotive industry issues, and everything in between. Members upload waveforms, scan data, photos, videos and other documents and discuss them directly in forums. Below, your can see a sampling of the latest topics being discussed on iATN.
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| Series 60 clutch conversion question 02/27/2026 in the HD/Fleet Forum I have a friend that tried to switch from a 14in pot style clutch to a 15 in flat clutch on a 2000 freightliner with a series 60 engine Now he is saying it will not start he is saying that you can hear the starter but engine does not Rotate I'm guessing a... | ||
| Crank no start 02/27/2026 in the Technical Discussion Forum Hi Everyone, Going to make a very long story as short as I can. 2013 Ford Fiesta 1.0 eco boost (VIN [...]) Car came in for oil and filter change. The Tech went to start "after work carried out" and battery flat so jump start batt. Crank and no start. No E... | ||
| 8 Way Lights 02/26/2026 in the HD/Fleet Forum [Electrical: 11 IC Corporation BE School Bus 6.4L] Any one have info. on the 8 way light system on this IH bus? The ambers come on but flash together instead of alternating. Reds operate correctly when door opens. | ||
| freeze plug installation 02/26/2026 in the Technical Tips Forum I didn't want to hijack the current thread. My favorite tool for putting them in was the Snap On one with the ball end. But sometimes it wouldn't fit. Or wasn't long enough. So I learned to find a real thick washer that fit close down in the dish of the p... | ||
| Snapping noise from thermostat 02/25/2026 in the Technical Discussion Forum [Engine: 92 Ford Ranger STX 4.0L] This is my plow truck. When it idles, I can hear and feel a snap / knock sound from the thermostat housing at idle. Sounds similar to popping back thru the intake. Usually stops around 1500 rpm. It doesn't do it all the ... |
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