Atlantic Motorcar Blog
From the camera of Chevlon McCloud. Complete listing at http://www.atlanticmoto...
Posted on May 17th, 2013 @ 10:29 am
From the camera of Chevlon McCloud.
Complete listing at http://www.atlanticmotorcar.com/sales.php.
Summer Rides
From the camera of Chevlon McCloud.
Complete listing at http://www.atlanticmotorcar.com/sales.php.
Life Guards - AMC Senior Service Advisors Scott and Rick
Posted on May 17th, 2013 @ 8:01 am
Life Guards - AMC Senior Service Advisors Scott and Rick
Hey - did y'all* know that Facebook wants to charge us for having our updates/po...
Posted on May 17th, 2013 @ 7:20 am
Hey - did y'all* know that Facebook wants to charge us for having our updates/posts show up in your newsfeed? Yyyyeah. They do. It's a complete mystery why some of our posts reach you and some don't, but one way you can try to see as many as possible is to make sure you've selected "Get Notifications" and "Show in Newsfeed" right here on our page. FYI. :-)
- Bruce
* Yes, I did say "y'all" in homage to our good friend Paul Taber.
Thanks to our great team at AMC! Special extra special thanks for finding one w...
Posted on May 17th, 2013 @ 6:40 am
Thanks to our great team at AMC!
Special extra special thanks for finding one with the big frosting flowers, delicious!
Great to be 36 again!
- Bruce
Beautiful day to stain and waterproof the new dumpster enclosure, little things...
Posted on May 16th, 2013 @ 12:44 pm
Beautiful day to stain and waterproof the new dumpster enclosure, little things make big things nice. Conrad's handiwork.
Vintage Saab Reflections - Boy I miss the old Saabs, what a great brand, gone fo...
Posted on May 16th, 2013 @ 11:46 am
Vintage Saab Reflections - Boy I miss the old Saabs, what a great brand, gone forever.
Sad times? Perhaps. But I'd rather look back on what I enjoyed, and on the Saabs that made me love the brand. Let's go.
- Bruce
Saab: What We Should Remember
Vintage Saab Reflections - Boy I miss the old Saabs, what a great brand, gone forever.
Sad times? Perhaps. But I'd rather look back on what I enjoyed, and on the Saabs that made me love the brand. Let's go.
- Bruce
Vintage Saab Reflections - Boy I miss the old Saabs, what a great brand, gone fo...
Posted on May 16th, 2013 @ 11:45 am
Vintage Saab Reflections - Boy I miss the old Saabs, what a great brand, gone forever.
Sad times? Perhaps. But I'd rather look back on what I enjoyed, and on the Saabs that made me love the brand. Let's go.
- Bruce
Saab: What We Should Remember
Vintage Saab Reflections - Boy I miss the old Saabs, what a great brand, gone forever.
Sad times? Perhaps. But I'd rather look back on what I enjoyed, and on the Saabs that made me love the brand. Let's go.
- Bruce
Vintage Saab Reflections - Boy I miss the old Saabs, what a great brand, gone fo...
Posted on May 16th, 2013 @ 11:33 am
Vintage Saab Reflections - Boy I miss the old Saabs, what a great brand, gone forever.
Sad times? Perhaps. But I'd rather look back on what I enjoyed, and on the Saabs that made me love the brand. Let's go.
- Bruce
Saab: What We Should Remember
Vintage Saab Reflections - Boy I miss the old Saabs, what a great brand, gone forever.
Sad times? Perhaps. But I'd rather look back on what I enjoyed, and on the Saabs that made me love the brand. Let's go.
- Bruce
Retro Thursday - Check out this Vintage Saab 96 Commercial!
Posted on May 16th, 2013 @ 10:21 am
Retro Thursday - Check out this Vintage Saab 96 Commercial!
Saab TV Ad from 1960 It´s here!"
Take a look at this lovely commercial made in 1960 of the Saab 96! This Saab 96 is loaded with new features as front wheel drive, 23% bigger booth, wrap arou...
More details to come. Magic Blue Metallic with tan leather, heated seats, sunroo...
Posted on May 16th, 2013 @ 8:35 am
More details to come. Magic Blue Metallic with tan leather, heated seats, sunroof and all the desirable options. We have a couple of folks who called about this, here's the photos, and Chevy will be contacting you this AM, or call us.
AMC Sales - Volvo XC90 Just In
More details to come. Magic Blue Metallic with tan leather, heated seats, sunroof and all the desirable options. We have a couple of folks who called about this, here's the photos, and Chevy will be contacting you this AM, or call us.
Atlantic Motorcar of Wiscasset is interested in hearing from artists in print, p...
Posted on May 16th, 2013 @ 6:51 am
Atlantic Motorcar of Wiscasset is interested in hearing from artists in print, photo, watercolor and acrylic media who are seeking gallery/display space for their work.
We offer over 2,000 square feet of display space in a safe, high traffic area with an appreciative clientele. We charge no commission or hanging fee - the space is simply offered as a public service. Multiple artists will be chosen.
The next show begins Monday, May 20th.
Promotion of the show is done on WBACH and on the Atlantic Motorcar Facebook and website.
Interested parties should call our office and speak with Chevy McCloud at (207) 882-9969.
Thanks!
Amazing that a 10 year old BMW would need to go in for a recall. We like to remi...
Posted on May 15th, 2013 @ 12:23 pm
Amazing that a 10 year old BMW would need to go in for a recall. We like to remind our BMW Repair & Service customers to check with us on anything recommended by BMW outside of the recall.
At Atlantic Motorcar our BMW repair & service team can advise on any recommended repairs or services. Our customer centered approach ensures your BMW and wallet leave smiling.
Questions, just call, we're here for you. 882-9969.
BMW Recalls 220,000 Cars Globally for Faulty Passenger Air Bag
www.businessweek.com
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG is recalling 220,000 vehicles globally for a front-passenger air- bag defect that caused Japanese carmakers to recall 3 million vehicles last month.
AMC Team - Signs you may have made a wise hiring decision. :-) 1) Boston Bruins...
Posted on May 15th, 2013 @ 6:24 am
AMC Team - Signs you may have made a wise hiring decision. :-)
1) Boston Bruins sticker
2) Clipboard w/ highlighter
3) Organized tools
4) Austin Powers signature toolbox
Retro Day - Celebrating 27 years in the European auto service business this year...
Posted on May 14th, 2013 @ 1:30 pm
Retro Day - Celebrating 27 years in the European auto service business this year, or is it 28?
In any case, while searching for photos for Mother's Day, I found this photo of me, circa 1985, with my mom. See what a quarter of a century of car service does for you? :-)
- Bruce
"Defer the Payments, Not The Service" as Nancy would say. We realize that somet...
Posted on May 14th, 2013 @ 10:51 am
"Defer the Payments, Not The Service" as Nancy would say.
We realize that sometimes auto repairs just don't come at the most convenient time, unexpected repairs happen, and we're here to help keep you safe, and on the road.
As a special offer to Atlantic Motorcar customers, we are offering 0% interest on all service & repairs for 6 months. Deferred payments make now the best time to take care of your car repair needs. Offer valid through June 30, 2013.
Apply Online http://www.atlanticmotorcar.com/bosch-service-card.php or at Atlantic Motorcar Center.
For a limited time First Time BOSCH Credit Customers Receive An Additional $49.00 OFF Their First Purchase.
AMC Service Financing Program | Atlantic Motorcar Center - Auto Repair Wiscasset & Coastal Maine.
www.atlanticmotorcar.com
Since 1985, Atlantic Motorcar Center has been providing reliable auto repair services in Wiscasset, ME, specializing in Audi, BMW, MINI, Mercedes and Volvo.
You know it's a good thing when you actually look forward to Mondays!
Posted on May 13th, 2013 @ 6:54 am
You know it's a good thing when you actually look forward to Mondays!
Rick lined up the loaner car fleet this evening for a photo op, all the loaners...
Posted on May 10th, 2013 @ 3:36 pm
Rick lined up the loaner car fleet this evening for a photo op, all the loaners but "Pearl", our 850 with close to 400,000 miles on her, who is still out on loaner service.
AMC Loaner Fleet
Rick lined up the loaner car fleet this evening for a photo op, all the loaners but "Pearl", our 850 with close to 400,000 miles on her, who is still out on loaner service.
Object Lesson On What Not To Do - This may be a little to uber car geek, so feel...
Posted on May 10th, 2013 @ 1:31 pm
Object Lesson On What Not To Do - This may be a little to uber car geek, so feel free to tune out on this one. For those of you who love a good car tech story, grab a cup of coffee and enjoy.
The Porsche 911 engine has four oil return tubes located on the bottom of the engine. The purpose of these tubes is to return oil flow back to the sump at the bottom of the 911 motor. No oil flows through them at very high pressure. They simply collect the oil that flows back from the cylinder heads.
The principle point of failure are the two seals on each end. After many years of service, the seals get old, and begin to leak. The good news is that there is a relatively easy fix for these leaking tubes. Unlike the 914 oil return tubes, there are no pushrods running through them.
To replace the oil return tubes with factory original ones, you need to take off the cylinder heads. However, there are replacement expandable tubes that will allow you to replace a tube without even taking off the valve cover. The success rate with a quality expandable oil return tube is very high, and properly installed it can be a very high quality repair, and save the customer a great deal of money in engine disassembly.
Unfortunately the shop that had previously installed these oil return tubes did not do a quality job, in fact they really botched it, bad. Red and black silicone used by previous service facility to correct leakage, when in fact no sealant is needed, nothing but the tube seal itself should be used. New replacement oil return tubes, should be installed with only light lubrication on O-Ring seals.
We had to remove the engine anyway, to attend to some timing cover leaks, and to replace the clutch system, but normally this work can be carried out right in the car.
Tech Tip - Fail - Sealant On Porsche Oil Return Tubes
Object Lesson On What Not To Do - This may be a little to uber car geek, so feel free to tune out on this one. For those of you who love a good car tech story, grab a cup of coffee and enjoy.
The Porsche 911 engine has four oil return tubes located on the bottom of the engine. The purpose of these tubes is to return oil flow back to the sump at the bottom of the 911 motor. No oil flows through them at very high pressure. They simply collect the oil that flows back from the cylinder heads.
The principle point of failure are the two seals on each end. After many years of service, the seals get old, and begin to leak. The good news is that there is a relatively easy fix for these leaking tubes. Unlike the 914 oil return tubes, there are no pushrods running through them.
To replace the oil return tubes with factory original ones, you need to take off the cylinder heads. However, there are replacement expandable tubes that will allow you to replace a tube without even taking off the valve cover. The success rate with a quality expandable oil return tube is very high, and properly installed it can be a very high quality repair, and save the customer a great deal of money in engine disassembly.
Unfortunately the shop that had previously installed these oil return tubes did not do a quality job, in fact they really botched it, bad. Red and black silicone used by previous service facility to correct leakage, when in fact no sealant is needed, nothing but the tube seal itself should be used. New replacement oil return tubes, should be installed with only light lubrication on O-Ring seals.
We had to remove the engine anyway, to attend to some timing cover leaks, and to replace the clutch system, but normally this work can be carried out right in the car.
Object Lesson On What Not To Do - This may be a little to uber car geek, so feel...
Posted on May 10th, 2013 @ 12:54 pm
Object Lesson On What Not To Do - This may be a little to uber car geek, so feel free to tune out on this one. For those of you who love a good car tech story, grab a cup of coffee and enjoy.
The Porsche 911 engine has four oil return tubes located on the bottom of the engine. The purpose of these tubes is to return oil flow back to the sump at the bottom of the 911 motor. No oil flows through them at very high pressure. They simply collect the oil that flows back from the cylinder heads.
The principle point of failure are the two seals on each end. After many years of service, the seals get old, and begin to leak. The good news is that there is a relatively easy fix for these leaking tubes. Unlike the 914 oil return tubes, there are no pushrods running through them.
To replace the oil return tubes with factory original ones, you need to take off the cylinder heads. However, there are replacement expandable tubes that will allow you to replace a tube without even taking off the valve cover. The success rate with a quality expandable oil return tube is very high, and properly installed it can be a very high quality repair, and save the customer a great deal of money in engine disassembly.
Unfortunately the shop that had previously installed these oil return tubes did not do a quality job, in fact they really botched it, bad. Red and black silicone used by previous service facility to correct leakage, when in fact no sealant is needed, nothing but the tube seal itself should be used. New replacement oil return tubes, should be installed with only light lubrication on O-Ring seals.
We had to remove the engine anyway, to attend to some timing cover leaks, and to replace the clutch system, but normally this work can be carried out right in the car.
Tech Tip - Fail - Sealant On Porsche Oil Return Tubes
Object Lesson On What Not To Do - This may be a little to uber car geek, so feel free to tune out on this one. For those of you who love a good car tech story, grab a cup of coffee and enjoy.
The Porsche 911 engine has four oil return tubes located on the bottom of the engine. The purpose of these tubes is to return oil flow back to the sump at the bottom of the 911 motor. No oil flows through them at very high pressure. They simply collect the oil that flows back from the cylinder heads.
The principle point of failure are the two seals on each end. After many years of service, the seals get old, and begin to leak. The good news is that there is a relatively easy fix for these leaking tubes. Unlike the 914 oil return tubes, there are no pushrods running through them.
To replace the oil return tubes with factory original ones, you need to take off the cylinder heads. However, there are replacement expandable tubes that will allow you to replace a tube without even taking off the valve cover. The success rate with a quality expandable oil return tube is very high, and properly installed it can be a very high quality repair, and save the customer a great deal of money in engine disassembly.
Unfortunately the shop that had previously installed these oil return tubes did not do a quality job, in fact they really botched it, bad. Red and black silicone used by previous service facility to correct leakage, when in fact no sealant is needed, nothing but the tube seal itself should be used. New replacement oil return tubes, should be installed with only light lubrication on O-Ring seals.
We had to remove the engine anyway, to attend to some timing cover leaks, and to replace the clutch system, but normally this work can be carried out right in the car.
AMC Sales - 2008 Volvo XC90, Blue with tan leather, coming in early next week. B...
Posted on May 10th, 2013 @ 12:01 pm
AMC Sales - 2008 Volvo XC90, Blue with tan leather, coming in early next week. Bruce's top 5 Volvo models!
