All About Vehicle Electrical Fuses
If you have ever seen a car on the side of the road on fire, chances are it’s the result of improper fusing. Most car fires start through some sort […]
Mailbag: Why Do the Headlights In My Chevy Silverado Keep Burning Out?
Q. I have a late-model Chevy Silverado, and I’m replacing the halogen headlight bulbs every coupleof months. I’ve tried all brands of bulbs, I’ve checked my charging voltage, and I […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Matching Up Vacuum & Mechanical Advance
I have a 1990 C1500 with a 1984 454 carb and an HEI distributor. I can’t seem to get it tuned right. I installed a Moroso timing curve kit with […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Tips on Choosing the Right Alternator Amp Rating
I have a 1970 Mustang and I’m trying to decide what alternator amp rating I need. The only electrical demand above the normal stock stuff is I have a three-row […]
OnAllCylinders Podcast (Ep. 32): Automotive Wiring Tips and Tricks with Painless Performance
Automotive wiring has been cited by our customers as one of the most intimidating portions of a build or project. But it doesn’t need to be. Armed with the right […]
What’s the Difference Between a Mechanical & Electrical Temperature Gauge? (& How To Test Them)
A little while ago, we quickly alluded to the difference between mechanical and electrical coolant temperature gauges in a post about troubleshooting a radiator. But this topic deserves a little […]
Wire Works: When It Comes To Electrical Wire, The Right Mix Is Important
The wire you use to hook up electrical equipment in your car is important stuff. How important? We’d say it’s absolutely crucial. And if you don’t believe it, just ask […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Why is There Wet Engine Oil on My Spark Plug Threads?
I have a 355ci small block Chevy that was rebuilt about a year ago and we included a set of Edelbrock aluminum heads, a Comp flat tappet cam, and an […]
What is EMI & RFI? And How Can You Stop Electric & Ignition Interference?
A little while ago, we ran a story that mentioned how some spark plugs use a built-in resistor to help suppress electrical interference, so that vehicle electronic components (like radios […]
Mailbag: Why Does My New Vehicle’s Alternator Output Voltage Keep Fluctuating?
Q. I recently installed an aftermarket USB port with a digital voltage display in my newer Ford truck. I noticed my battery voltage varies significantly, between 12.9 and 14.1 volts, […]