Automotive Glossary
Automotive Glossary
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Straight Line SanderSander that uses a back-and-forth movement to sand a surface using sandpaper on its shoe. | |
StrainStrain is the amount of extension in size divided by the original length. | |
StrainerA mesh filter for basic cleaning of oil or fuel. Usually fitted in the oil pan or fuel tank. | |
StranglerAlternative term for a choke flap in a cold start device for a carburettor. | |
Strap WrenchA tool used to undo filters. A simple strap tightens around the filter to grip it securely. | |
Strap WrenchesSee Strap Wrench. | |
Strength (of a pigment)The opacity and/or tinting power of the pigment. The measure of the ability of a pigment to hide or provide colour to a substrate. | |
StressStress is a measure of a force or load divided by the cross-sectional area of a material to which the force is applied (N/m2). | |
Striker PinPart of the door latch mechanism. | |