In this video, I break down how to perform a Relative Compression Test using an oscilloscope. This fast, non-invasive diagnostic method lets you check engine health without removing spark plugs. You’ll learn how to set up the test, connect a current clamp, record the...
Secondary ignition diagnostics are often overlooked in modern vehicles due to coil-on-plug systems—but the waveform still tells a powerful story. In this video, secondary ignition waveforms are captured and analyzed using an oscilloscope to reveal what is actually...
Today we’re rebuilding the rear brake calipers on a DeLorean — a job that solves common issues such as dragging brakes, uneven pad wear, sticking pistons, and handbrake imbalance. The DeLorean’s rear calipers have some unique design quirks, including the integrated...
Learn practical lab-scope workflows you can use today. We reinforce the basics with real-world tests: checking primary ignition current with a low-amp probe, verifying an entire bank of coils via the common power feed, reading fuel-pump current through a fuse-loop...
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...
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...
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...
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...
How I Use the LOADpro & Power Probe | Fuse Testing, More Voltage Drop and Real Circuits
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In this video, I take a deeper dive into how I use the LOADpro Dynamic Test Leads along with the Power Probe for real-world diagnostics. After receiving questions on my last video, I walk through the exact setup and testing process to clear up the details.
You’ll see step-by-step demonstrations, including:
How to properly use the LOADpro with a multimeter to measure voltage drop under load
Using the Power Probe to quickly check fuses and circuits
Setting up the U-Scope to visualize voltage changes compared to a standard multimeter
Real-world case studies on a high beam circuit and an alternator main wire/ground
Tips for combining these tools for the most accurate and efficient results
Whether you’re a professional technician or a DIY enthusiast, this video will help you understand why load testing is critical and how to make the most out of your diagnostic tools.