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Torque Wrench Basics For the Mechanic in You
Welcome back to my series on automotive tools for the person just starting out as a do it yourself car enthusiast. Today I will talk a bit about torque wrenches, what they are, and how to shop for one. Really a torque wrench might sound like something pretty simple, and for the most part it is.
How Does a Remote Car Starter Work?
The Pleasures of Remote StartingNot just for paranoid members of the Mob, remote car starters are becoming more and more popular in the customization of brand new automobiles. They have become especially popular in area where the temperature rises or lowers to extreme peaks and valleys....
How to Adjust the E-Brake on a 1998 Camaro
You can adjust the e-brake on your '98 Camaro right from your home garage, saving yourself both time and money. The emergency brake cable stretches with use making it necessary for periodic adjustments to take up the slack and restore proper function. This adjustment is applicable to Camaros with dr
Tire Mounting Without A Machine
Tire mounting basics. Mount tires manually without a machine. Learn how to mount tires and save money.
How to Install a LeSabre Harmonic Balancer 3.8L
The Buick LeSabre was a full-size car throughout its production from 1959 to 2005. The last version included the 2000 through 2005 models, which were only available with a 3.8-liter engine. These cars have a harmonic balancer, or crankshaft balancer, installed on the crankshaft to minimize the vibra
What Are the Causes of a Steering Wheel Making a Grinding Sound?
A vehicle's steering wheel rides on a bearing ring, which allows it to turn independently of the steering column. Inside the steering wheel and column assembly is a clock spring. The clock spring's job is to coil and uncoil wiring leading to the electronics on the steering wheel itself,...
Video: How to Install Fuel Lines
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In these following clips we're going to talk about removal and replacement of the vehicles fuel filter. In this clip we're going to talk about reinstalling the vehicles fuel lines. As you can see, if you look down here, I have left the nipple on the fuel filter. When...
How to Replace the Coolant Hose for a 1999 Cavalier
The Chevrolet Cavalier was introduced in 1983. The 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier came equipped with a 2.2-liter in-line four-cylinder in the base model, with the option of a 2.4-liter in-line four-cylinder engine upgrade. The coolant or radiator hoses on the 1999 Cavalier should be replaced together, if o
Make do and mend with used car parts whilst protecting the environment.
Scrap yards are evolving, partly through market forces and partly through legislation. There is money to be made in recycling used car parts and government is legislating in order to help protect the environment. The ...
How to Change the Fuel Filter on a 1997 Ford
The fuel filter on a 1997 Ford runs inline between the gas tank and the engine, providing a level of protection for the engine from damaging particulates in the tank. Over time, the particulates build up, and the result is a clogged fuel filter and an engine starved for fuel. Replacing the fuel filt
The Highest Rated Cold Air Intake Systems for Tundras
Cold air intakes can pull in much more air than a stock airfilter.The automobile filter for air clearing image by Dzmitry Halavach from Fotolia.comThere are several air intake systems available for the Toyota Tundra. The best way to compare these systems' performances is to look a the...
How do I Remove a Transaxle From a 1986 Honda Accord?
The transaxle, or transmission, on the 1986 Honda Accord needs to be removed if you need to replace the torque converter, rebuild or replace the transmission. It also must be removed to replace the front seal or the flexplate on the engine. Though one person can complete this job, it is much easier
Automatic Shifter: How it Works
A vehicle must move through sets of gears to gain higher speeds while driving. This transition of momentum is performed though an automatic transmission system attached to each vehicle's engine.
How to Repair an Aluminum Boat Hull
Aluminum boats have several advantages over wood and fiberglass. They have lighter gross weights, which make them highly maneuverable, faster and more economical to run. Wood rot, typical in wooden hulled boats, does not affect aluminum, nor does aluminum shatter upon impact like fiberglass. This ma
How to Remove Auto Glass Film
Auto glass film or tint is ideal for keeping the inside of your vehicle cooler and helps to keep the upholstery from fading. However, if not professionally installed, it can bubble and over time it can even turn purple, eventually needing to be removed. This is something that you can do yourself wit
Harley Davidson V Rod Specifications
Harley Davidson introduced the V Rod for the 2002 model year. It was Harley's first motorcycle with a liquid-cooled fuel-injected engine. Art Friedman, in the February 2009 issue of Motorcycle Cruiser magazine, says, "The V-Rod turns convention on its ear and proves that a performance...
Eaton Supercharger Specs
Eaton roots type superchargers can boost both power and fuel economy.engine image by goce risteski from Fotolia.comEaton Corp. is a leading manufacturer of roots type superchargers for use in commercial and aftermarket vehicles. Their products have been proudly used in vehicles, such as...
How to Remove a Jeep Transmission
Modern transmissions are a marvel of automotive engineering. A transmission takes power, or torque, produced by the engine and multiplies it through a series of gears to make your vehicle go. In four-wheel-drive vehicles such as a Jeep, the transmission works in conjunction with a transfer case, whi
My 1998 Honda Civic Sometimes Won't Start
The Honda Civic is a line of compact cars manufactured by the Japanese-based Honda company. Originally introduced in 1975 as a coupe, it was quickly followed by a hatchback version. The 1998 version is part of the sixth generation of Civics. If a Civic is not starting properly, there could be variou
How Do I Refinish My RV's Clear Coat?
A recreational vehicle's clear coat is the first line of defense against the elements. After several years of use, the RV's outer clear coat can appear yellow and may begin to peel, which can leave the RV susceptible to environmental damage. You can replace the clear coat on your RV at home, ensurin