Most (if not all) cars with any form of computer engine control rely on some sort of a throttle position sensor. In fact, TPS units began appearing on vehicles several […]
Last week, we ran an article on strut/shock assemblies, in which we describe a few ways to tell if your shocks or struts are bad. Understanding how to spot signs […]
Flare fittings are often used in high pressure plumbing applications, where sealing and reliability are critical. So it’s probably no surprise that flare fittings are common in vehicle brake and […]
Whether it’s from the factory or a neighbor’s sloppy rattlecan aim, overspray can make a good paint job look rough and dull. And while back in the day, removing overspray […]
Replacing valve springs is absolutely one of those jobs where you need the right tools to do it properly. But beyond that, there is a technique involved and watching the […]
Our tools put up with a lot. They get dropped off ladders, thrust into scorching engine bays, and dunked in an chemical crucible of grease, muck, and goo. That means […]
The Ford Mustang enjoyed its 57th birthday this past week, commemorating its debut at the World’s Fair in Flushing Meadows, New York on April 17th, 1964. And to celebrate the […]
Regularly inspecting and changing your car, truck, or SUV’s engine air filter is an essential (yet often overlooked) bit of vehicle maintenance. That’s because, unlike some other regular wear items […]
Recently, we ran an article on knowing the difference between oil pump primers. While the story focused on earlier V8s with distributor-driven oil pumps, we also touched briefly on modern […]
Engine belts don’t go gentle into that good night. They squeal and chirp as they wear, giving you an annoying audible warning that something’s amiss under your vehicle’s hood. Yet […]
