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ISSUE 5 2017Remanufacturing Victoryat Supreme CourtMajor Win for APRA MembersSee page 4I N T E R N A T I O N A LB IGS H OWOCTOBER 28–30, 2017DiscountedRegistrationOpenSee page 31The official publication ofMAILED FROM 53147PERMIT NO. 12PAIDPRSRT STDUS POSTAGEServing Automotive, Heavy Duty,Industrial & Agricultural Remanufacturers.
Kripli’s CornerContentsFarewell to Mohammad SamiiSome people in our industry have an amazing passion for theIndustry and show it with their volunteerism and support of theindustry throughout their careers and life. One of those people isMohammad Samii of Sammy’s Auto Electric of Champaign, IL.Mohammad has produced over 275 electrical articles andsupported APRA since 1992. His first APRA Electrical Clinic in1992 was in Jacksonville, FL.After 25 years of writing the “Auto Electric Corner” andproducing Electrical Clinics on behalf of APRA, Mohammad hasdecided to, what I refer to as, “Semi-Retire” from the APRA. Mohammad has indicatedhe is happy to support special projects for APRA in the future but is taking a stepback to enjoy some personal time. I would like to personally and professionally thankMohammad for his many years of support and passion for the industry.I know we will be well supported on electrical articles from our very talentedTechnical Director Wes Grueninger, but I would like to reach out to our membersin seeking passionate people who are proud of the Remanufacturing Industry andwho would like to occasionally produce an article or suggest topics for our RemanConnection magazine. Your support would be greatly appreciated and I am sure yourexperiences would helpmany members across theDRIVELINE BALANCING EQUIPMENTUSA and across the world.PRESS–WELD–STRAIGHTEN–BALANCEPlease feel free to contactALL IN ONE MACHINEus at 703-968-2772 or writeus at info@apra.org.I always welcomeresponse or rebuttal to mycomments at kripli@apra.orgRespectfully,Joe Kripli700 Houston St., West Sacramento, CA 956911-800-237-1444 P: 916-371-4493 www.westportproducts.com3. Kripli’s Corner3. Industry Calendar4. Supreme Court Rules in Favorof Reman5.Around the Industry7.Classified Ads7.New Members8.Classic Reman10.Transmission Digest12. Auto Electric Corner14.Let’s Talk Batteries16. Member Spotlight:Rebuilders Automotive Supply18. Switches, Relays and Solenoids26. AC Spring Service28. APRA Social Link30. 2017 Big R Show Information31. 2017 Big R Registration FormAdvertisers2. The ArmaKleen Company7. J&N27. Lester Catalog15.Phoenix Automotive Cores6. Regitar USA25.ReMaTec9. Romaine Electric Corporation26.Superior Engine Parts5.WAIglobal - WetherillAssociates Inc.3. Westport Machine Works30. YouTech Group LLCXINDUSTRY CALENDARADS International Convention& TradeshowAugust 8-11, 2017Las Vegas, Nevada, USAThe APRA REMAN ConnectionOffice Contact:Phone: (703) 968-2772Fax:(703) 753-2445Email: info@apra.orgAPRA Big R ShowOctober 28-30, 2017Las Vegas, Nevada, USACover photo: Shutterstock.comPresident:Joe Kripli Kripli@apra.orgTech Manager:Wes Grueninger, Sr. wesg@apra.orgCOPYRIGHT 2017/AUTOMOTIVE PARTS REMANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION. The APRA Reman Connection is published as a membership service by the APRA. Theopinions expressed in the articles in this publication are those of the author of the articles and not the publisher. While every reasonable attempt has been made toassure that the information in this publication is accurate, the publisher assumes no responsibility for any omissions or errors, nor for the application of any advice orsuggestions in any particular situation. Due to space limitations, all items published are subject to abridgment. Unsolicited items will not be returned.ISSU E 5 REMAN CONNEC T I ON 3
Supreme Court Rules in Favorof Remanufacturers: Patent RightsExhausted by SaleMajor Victory for APRA MembersOn May 30, 2017, theUnited States SupremeCourt decided in a unanimousdecision that patent holderscannot use patents to restrictremanufacturing companies.According Chief JusticeRoberts, “We conclude thata patentee’s decision to sell aproduct exhausts all of its patentrights in that item, regardless ofany restrictions the patentee purports to impose or the locationof the sale.”“Take a shop that restores and sells used cars,” Chief JusticeRoberts wrote. “The business works because the shop can restassured that, so long as those bringing in the cars own them,the shop is free to repair and resell those vehicles. That smoothflow of commerce would sputter if companies that make thethousands of parts that go into a vehicle could keep their patentrights after the first sale.”APRA has been actively involved in supporting this caseand applauds the decision by the Supreme Court. APRA willcontinue to fight for the rights of members to remanufactureautomotive, heavy duty and industrial parts.The case was called IMPRESSION PRODUCTS, INC. v.LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL, INC. and legal scholars arecalling it a precedent-setting ruling. Impression Products isan ink cartridge remanufacturer. The case questioned howmuch control a company an original equipment manufacturermaintains over their products after they sell them, bothdomestically and internationally.During oral testimony, Lexmark stated that it should beallowed to stop remanufacturers from remanufacturing andreselling their cartridges because of patent rights. The courtrejected that argument.“The purchaser and all subsequent owners are free to use orresell the product just like any other item of personal property,4 REMAN CO N N E C T IO N ISSU E 5without fear of an infringementlawsuit,” Chief Justice JohnRoberts wrote for the majorityopinion.“This is a major victoryfor the members of APRA,”stated Scott Parker, APRAAssociation Manager. “APRAwill continue to aggressivelyfight to protect and defend theright of APRA members toremanufacture automotive, heavy duty and industrial parts.APRA is committed to protect the rights of its members in theindependent remanufacturing aftermarket.” nA Letter from Eric Smith, ImpressionProducts to APRAScott Parker, I just wanted to send you a quick note tothank you and your organization for your continuedsupport throughout my patent infringement battle withLexmark International! As you know, this was a seven yearfight with a lot of twists and turns that ultimately found itsway to the highest court in the land!I believe last weeks ruling is not only a victory forRemanufactures but for every consumer in the world! Atthe end of the day, it was as simple as “you buy it, you ownit” imagine that?If you or your team have any questions or would like toknow more about the case, please feel free to call me directat 304-421-2018 and I will be happy to discuss it with you.IMPRESSION PRODUCTS129 DUTCH ROADCHARLESTON WV 25302IMPRESSIONPRODUCTSINC.COM
AROUND THE INDUSTRYRead more about these topics at www.apra.org/newsHave industry news to share? Email info@apra.orgARMEX Launches Social Media NetworksAPRA Member ARMEX a global leading brand of SodiumBicarbonate (baking soda) used for non-destructive abrasiveblasting has launched social media networks on Facebook,Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.Brian Waple the ARMEX Business Manager stated“Social Media is the best tool we have today to connect andcommunicate with our customers and potential customerson platforms that are convenient for them to learn about andengage with ARMEX .”To learn more about ARMEX products, abrasive blastingusing ARMEX , best practices, case studies, events, industryrelated information and much more follow ARMEX on:· Facebook search ARMEX or @armexsodablasting· Instagram search ARMEX or #armexsodablasting· Twitter search ARMEX or @armexsodablast· LinkedIn search ARMEXAPRA Welcomes New European Chairman Dr. Daniel C. F. KöhlerAPRA is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Daniel C. F.Köhler of Knorr-Bremse Systeme für Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH as thenew Chairman, APRA European Board.Dr. Daniel C. F. Köhler holds a PhD from the University ofBayreuth where he worked closely with Professor Rolf Steinhilper.In his PhD thesis “Regenerative Supply Chains”, meaningRemanufacturing Supply Chains, Dr. Köhler cooperated with BMWand Bosch, where he resolved the riddle of reman CO2-savings.Currently, Dr. Daniel C. F. Köhler has heldthe position of Director Remanufacturingand Reverse Engineering at Knorr-BremseSysteme für Nutzfahrzeuge GmbH inMunich (Germany) for the past four years.In that time Knorr-Bremse made substantialprogress in developing their Reman business.High Quality ElectronicsOver 2000 products covering Automotive, Heavy Duty,Agricultural & Industrial, Power Sports and Marine applicationsIntroducing 100 new & late model products yearlyl Voltage RegulatorslRectifiers assemblies and diodeslIgnition ModuleslManifold Air Pressure &Mass Air Flow SensorsUSAWAI Corporate Florida3300 Corporate WayMiramar, FL 33025www.waiglobal.comToll Free: 1-800-877-3340ISSU E 5 REMAN CONNEC T I ON 5
LETTER TO THE EDITORI read with great interest your 2016-2021 TransportationSystems Forecast in the Issue 4, 2017 of Reman Connectionmagazine. It is quite evident that as long as consumers demandgreater gas mileage, as well as cleaner emissions from their carsand trucks, that there is a great opportunity for Remanufacturers to provide the Aftermarket with reman OEM turbochargers, injectors, and pumps. Large, Medium, and Small remanufacturers throughout the World are now looking to expandtheir product lines and see a great opportunity in this area.As Robbie Sullivan says, “good cores are the lifeblood ofany remanufacturing operation” This is where the dedicatedmen and women of Goldfarb & Associates in Rockville, MDcan help you. We have specialized in supplying turbocharger, diesel fuel injector, and diesel injection pump cores since1998 almost as long as Turbo Supply! We source cores fromaround the world and handle truck, automotive, construction,agricultural, and marine applications which are bar coded foreasy identification.With over 5000 turbocharger cores in stock, we try to havethe cores that you need with the quality that you can be assuredof. All of our turbocharger cores are thoroughly inspected using a scope to look for any internal damage. If you are not completely satisfied with any core that we sell you, we will replace itor credit your account immediately No questions asked.In his article, Robbie Sullivan goes on to enumerate themany difficulties that a Remanufacturer will face, especiallythe lack of knowledge about turbochargers. Our staff has acombined 50 years of turbocharger knowledge and we are opento your visiting our facility in Rockville, MD where we willopenly share our knowledge and experience with those lookingto enter this industry.Remanufacturing turbochargers can be an exciting andprofitable business, but you will need to be teamed up withprofessional suppliers like Turbo Supply and Goldfarb & Associates to be successful.Saul GoldfarbPresident Goldfarb & Associateswww.regitar.com301987-2017Celebrating 30 years as a global manufacturer ofhigh quality automotive electronics to theAftermarket. Look to REGITAR for all your BSS andLIN voltage regulator testing needs. Visit ourWebsite for the complete list of compatible Bosch,Denso, Mitsubishi and Valeo BSS/LIN regulators.Years of Excellenceportable & easy to useuse with your existingtest bench or on thevehicleprovides error codesto ensure accuratetest resultsCall us for Technical Supporton this and all our ProductsInquire for any opportunities to join our growing Sales team!2575 Container Drive Montgomery, AL 36109Tel: 334.244.1885 Toll Free: 1.877.REGITAR Fax: 334.244.1901 info@regitar.com6 REMAN CO N N E C T IO N ISSU E 5
CLASSIFIEDFor SaleMID-SIZE FULL LINE ELECTRICAL REBUILDERRETIRING AFTER 45 YEARSALL ASSETS FOR SALE330-535-6269Used Equipment AvailableD&V Electronics. ALT-99 Alternator Tester–Recertified.Electrocheck Model 83 Heavy Duty Alternator & StarterLoad Testers. D&V JBT-3 Alternator & Starter Testers.Voltage Regulator Testers, Ground Fault An- alyzers,Diode Testers. To view the complete equipment list anddescription, visit www.straucon.com.WELCOME NEW MEMBERSAuto Parts DirectCore Supplier in Holland, MichiganPrimary Contact: Stacy Jonesautopartsdirectmi@gmail.com(269) 751-2508Auto Parts Direct supplies parts fordiesel cores including fuel injectors,fuel injection pumps, ECMs, turbochargers, compressors, transmissionsand engines.Beijing Naifu International TradeCo., Ltd.Remanufacturer in Chao Yang, ChinaPrimary Contact: Cathy Naifunaifu@nfyo.com 86 10 88500860Our company is a remanufacturerspecializing in power steering with allkinds of series. And we are developingbrand new power steering, powersteering pumps,/npower steeringtubes, power steering rack ends,power steering bars, power steeringpipes, c.v. joints and c.v. axles.Inter-Caribbean AutomotiveParts Re- ManufactureDistribution FtdRemanufacturer in Falmouth, JamaicaPrimary Contact: Gordon C.comOEM & AFTERMARKETTO HELP YOU TAKE CARE OFYOUR CUSTOMER NEEDS.800-366-7100WE KEEP YOU RUNNINGA Division of 2017 J&N, All Rights Reserved. Trademarks used herein are the property of their respective ownersISSU E 5 REMAN CONNEC T I ON 7
CLASSIC REMAN1939 Plymouth CoupeBy Vern ParkerWhile growing up in southeastern Ohio duringthe late 1940s and early 1950s Jerry Norrislearned a lot about old cars from his father.“My dad and his friends were driving Super andModified Stock cars,” Norris remembers. The favored carsthey would soup-up for racing were coupes from the 1930s,a fact not lost on young Norris.“I always had it in the back of my mind to own my own1930s Coupe someday,” Norris says. He was not shy aboutwanting such a car with others. In the spring of 1978 thelong search ended when he was tipped off about a 1939Plymouth coupe near his home in California.After purchasing the car he nursed it home and begantaking inventory. Norris found the very large trunk was fullof spare parts including an engine and transmission. “Mygoal was to rebuild the car in my garage to the point that Icould use it as my everyday car,” Norris says.Having all those spare parts helped ease the task ofrebuilding.After purchasing a shop manual for a 1939 Plymouthand some critical tools Norris commenced removing the201.3-cubic-inch, in-line six cylinder engine and the threespeed transmission.Over time the diligent Norris rebuilt the engine, drivetrain, brake system, wiring harness, hoses and countlesssmall parts.With the mechanical parts in working order Norrisbought “How To” books for body work, painting,instrument rebuilding, wood graining for the dashboardand garnish molding.He became a self-taught restorer and within a coupleof years the 3,044-pound car was reassembled and rolledout of the garage on new 6.00x16-inch tires on a 114-inchwheelbase.For almost five years the presentable Plymouth becamea daily driver for Norris. Both of his daughters learned todrive the stick shift manual transmission in the Plymouth.8 REMAN CO N N E C T IO N ISSU E 5
The shift lever is located on the steering column.In the mid 1980s Norris was transferred to the east coastand the Plymouth came with him. It was his only car forsome time and proved to be trustworthy.Upon retirement in 1992 Norris moved to northernVirginia leaving his Plymouth behind with a couple ofamateur mechanics that did some engine work and a bodyguy the fiddled with the car for several years before puttingthe car in storage.After several years my family got after me to get the carout of storage and have it professionally restored, Norrisrecalls.Finding a reliable restoration shop wasn’t easy but finallyNorris settled on Fantom Works to bring his Plymouthback to like new condition.The coupe now wears a coat of Shadow Green paintwith the seats covered in tan upholstery. The wood graindashboard houses the 100 mile per hour speedometer andthe AM radio. Keeping the occupants comfortable is theoptional heater as well as the cowl ventilator.Suspended from above the two piece windshield are thevacuum powered wipers.Minute details enhance the Plymouth such as the frontfender-top lights and the Plymouth emblem in the lens ofthe taillights. The three-spoke banjo-style steering wheel isshoulder wide to provide leverage in steering.The 1939 Plymouths are easily identified by thedistinctive RITEWAY square headlights. The optionalamber fog lights are MOPAR products.An oil bath air cleaner sits above the engine. An18-gallon fuel tank feeds the L-head engine.Only 5,978 such Plymouth models were produced, eachwith a base price of 895. The number of survivors is amystery.Now that the professional restoration is completeNorris announces his Plymouth is finally a “true car” donecorrectly. nISSU E 5 REMAN CONNEC T I ON 9
TECHNICAL TRAININGR&R Tech Author: Larry (LJ) Porter, Diagnostician Subject Matter: ’06 Dodge Ram 1500 4WD, 5.7L, 545RFE Issue: Bad shake when accelerating in 4WDThe Final Repair Was ‘on the Level’One of our regular customersbrought in a 2006 Dodge Ram1500 4WD with a 5.7L enginemated to a 545RFE transmission.The owner’s concern was a verybad shake when accelerating whilehaving the 4WD engaged.I proceeded with an evaluationof the issue. We have detailed procedures for this process, includingbut not limited to a battery/charging system analysis, completemodule scan for DTCs, road test,visual inspection, and TSB search.During the road test I was able toduplicate the customer’s concern.On acceleration in 4WD, the truckhad a pronounced wobble, orshake. When the truck was drivenin 2WD the concern was not there,eliminating some of the possiblecauses for this issue. The undercarinspection did not reveal anythingthat I would consider abnormal forthe age and mileage of the truck.The fluids in the transmission,transfer case and both differentialswere in good condition, but thefront differential was a bit low dueto a small axle seal leak. However,no clues as to what could be causing the issue.There was some evidence thatsomeone had worked on the frontdifferential, or at least had removed an axle. The customer hashad several other vehicles into ourshop before and we had a good relationship with him so I had themanager call him and see if there1had been any other work done, especially to find out if anyone hadtried to repair the truck for theshaking problem before it came tous. From that phone call welearned that the truck was purchased at auction about 30 daysprior to the shop visit, and therefore had no known previous repairhistory.After the customer consented tosome diagnostic time, I decided tostart with the easiest thing I coulddo and removed the front driveshaft. Both the single front U-jointand the double cardan joint feltfine with no binding or play in either of them, so I left the shaft outand went for another road test.With the front driveshaft removedthe wobble was gone, even in4WD. I fully expected this becausethere was no load on the 4WDcomponents.Once back in the shop, the truckwas placed onto a two-post lift sothe front-end components could beexamined with the suspension unloaded. I will start with saying thatthis truck was not in perfect condition, and while inspecting thefront-end components, there was alittle bit of play in the tie rods andthe pitman arm. While not verybad, it was still something that Icould not rule out 100% at thispoint. I
Mohammad Samii of Sammy’s Auto Electric of Champaign, IL. Mohammad has produced over 275 electrical articles and supported APRA since 1992. His first APRA Electrical Clinic in 1992 was in Jacksonville, FL. After 25 years of writing the “Auto Electric Corner” and pro
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