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The automotive industry is not dying…

The automotive industry is not dying…

Everyone’s talking about how bad the automotive industry is right now — low pay, burnout, lack of respect, and technicians leaving the trade. But that’s only half the story. In this video, I talk about what’s really going on in the automotive world — and why it’s not...

Stop Guessing, Start Scoping (Lets start with the basics)

Stop Guessing, Start Scoping (Lets start with the basics)

Automotive Lab Scope Basics | Understanding the uScope In this video, we walk through the fundamentals of using a lab scope (automotive oscilloscope) — what it does, how it works, and why it’s one of the most powerful diagnostic tools you can own. Using a signal...

Delorean Relay Update Kit and Some Basic Electronics Fundamentals

Delorean Relay Update Kit and Some Basic Electronics Fundamentals

Dont forget to check out our website - sixstarautomotive.com Is your DeLorean suffering from unreliable electrics, random stalling, or cooling fan problems? In this video, I install the K111168A Improved Relay Update Kit and show you exactly how to upgrade the...

How to use the Load Pro Test leads

How to use the Load Pro Test leads

In this video, I go in-depth on how the LOADpro Dynamic Test Leads work and how I pair them with the Power Probe for faster circuit testing. I build a simple circuit to demonstrate real-worldish conditions and show why a circuit can appear to have full voltage—but...

Inside Six Star Automotive: Updates, Layout & Efficiency

Inside Six Star Automotive: Updates, Layout & Efficiency

We have invested heavily in our shop to serve you better. In this tour, I walk you from the frontage and after-hours drop box through our front shop (new floor + new lifts + reorganized layout for efficiency), into the inventory room where we stock high-quality OE...

Air Conditioning is a SPECTACULAR Technology, the more you learn, the more interesting it is



In this video, we break down how automotive air conditioning (A/C) systems work. Whether you’re curious about what each component does or trying to understand why your A/C isn’t cooling properly, this is the video for you.

We cover:

– The key components of a standard automotive A/C system
– How refrigerant flows and changes state to remove heat from the cabin
– Common causes of failure like leaks, clogs, and compressor damage
– Why a contaminated condenser must often be replaced—not flushed
– How to diagnose systems with multiple points of failure
– The role of relative humidity in A/C and defrost performance
– Why your A/C runs during defrost mode—even in winter

This is essential knowledge for car owners and aspiring technicians alike. If your vehicle’s air conditioning isn’t working right, understanding the system can save time, money, and frustration.

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