Testimonials

Emissions Trouble-shooting Through 5 Gas Analysis Level I

I found this course to be top quality. Having Instructors that work daily on emissions and drivability problems put a real-world perspective on the topics discussed. I still refer to my course book for reference. It is full of valuable information and little known discussed topics. Topics like quench zones, cooling system corrosion, fuel quality, and other little known topics were discussed shedding new light on mysteriously high emissions without a typical problem. All emission components were fully studied, and the theory behind their operation gives a more complete understanding of diagnostic procedures. I now have no trouble reading an IM240 report for a late model emissions failure. No need to revert to ppm, and no waiting for a conversion graph to download. A straightforward procedure for diagnosing any emissions failure was covered and raised my REI to Quality Repair Award levels.

I would and have recommended this course to others, and am watching the web site for the latest courses in my area.

Personally I benefited greatly from learning to diagnose drivability problems using pre-cat gasses. Of particular interest is the ability to test injector performance using these gasses, and comparing the open loop running emissions to closed loop. I now can recommend injector repair work with confidence, no more guessing.

Gord Clausen

Arvid's Automotive, Abbotsford, B.C.

This was a great course guys, a lot of effort was involved. This course was effective because it started with the basics, and by understanding these it was easier to comprehend how a gas is formed or reacts with another. It is now easier to identify problems and pinpoint the source. Dave and Mike are real, seeing what we see everyday. No tricks were learned but just the right way to do things.

Experience makes a good teacher not a book alone. Take this course it will save you valuable time and money.

Thanks guys.

Terry Karabotsos

Certigard, North Vancouver, B.C.

I really appreciate guys like Dave and Mike. You share your knowledge and experiences, which is very valuable in my work. It keeps me thinking more clearly and have more of a system to repair more efficiently.

Thank you

North Vancouver Class, October 1, 2001

This course was awesome. I fixed three cars better after two sessions. It went over things that you wouldn't even think of or can't read about. Mike's explanations were good, techniques were also good. I made better pre-cat testing equipment thanks to Mike. I have and will continue to tell everyone about this course. This course layout is much better than Previous courses, longer, which means the info sinks in. I can and have diagnosed cars better because of this course. Thanks Mike and Dave. Six days would have been better.

Simon Field

Simon's Automotive, Langley

The entire course content from basics through to diagnosis of actual situations was all beneficial. The instruction was excellent and I would highly recommend this course to another Technician, air care certified or not.

Joe Taylor

Cloverdale Petro-Can

Benefits for me include Proper form completion and test procedures for 02 Sensors. How to properly test a catalytic converter and the effects of poor fuel/air ratio on a catalyst. Quality of instruction was excellent. Mike is very understandable and has great communication skills. I would definitely recommend this course to others.

Steven Westbroek

A-Pro Mechanical Services, Langley

Very highly recommended course to those who have not attended, Mike is very easy to get along with and very knowledgeable. Using examples with today's cars is great and being able to bring problem vehicles to class is awesome.

Dan Johnson

Cloverdale Alignment, Cloverdale

May 13, 2002

I have needed this for a very long time . A very good Instructor.

Tom Poelman

Tom's Tune-Up, Surrey

May 13, 2002

Excellent course, picked up a lot of good tips on how air care failures should be approached. Mike's instructing is excellent, you can learn a lot and he is easy to understand.

Dave Bowden

Valley Auto Repair, Surrey

May 13, 2002

The Instructor was excellent. The relationship between the gases really benefited me. Real world examples used in the classroom were beneficial. I would highly recommend this course to other Techs.

Larry Crichton

Mercedes Benz, North Vancouver

May 21, 2002

Learned a lot on fuel itself. Product behind values. Proper catalyst operation - what it needs to operate properly. True meaning of lamba and how important it is, this should help in my nox failures. Very satisfied with the course and knowledge.

Larry Clubine

CC Auto Repairs, Coquitlam

May 21, 2002

Gave better insight to understanding drive trace. The course would benefit all Techs. The instruction was good.

Steven Menzies

Falcor Automotive Service, Coquitlam

May 21, 2002

I got the most out of the course from leaning the drive traces and what to look for. Very useful in my job. Best course on gas analysis!! Good Instructor, takes the time to clarify things. I would highly recommend this course to anybody doing emission failures.

Norman Hoy

Sears Auto Centre

November 18, 2002

A most informative course, it shed some light on grey areas regarding testing cat efficiency. I t will definitely make the shop 4 gas a much more valuable tool in the future. A well prepared course with real case history examples. A must for anybody doing air care repairs.

Peter Larson

Larsen Auto Service

November 18, 2002

The most benefit was the knowledge and experience of the Instructor and the advanced Diagnostic strategies that were explored. The quality of Instruction was excellent. I would strongly recommend the course to other Technicians.

George Allan

November 18, 2002

It has been a pleasant experience having Brad as an Instructor to teach. I have learned a lot about air care testing.

Casey Chou

Golden Touch Auto Centre, Surrey

March 2, 2004

Very help full. I learned a lot on 5 Gas. Diagnosing problems with drive trace. I would recommend this course to others in the field.

Sheikh Jailani

Canadian Tire, Surrey

March 2, 2004

Very good course, good instructor, went through material at a reasonable pace, and kept it interesting.

Bert Gansekoele

Visscher Automotive, Surrey

March 2, 2004