Removing old solder is a crucial part of preparing a component for a new soldered connection, and a desolder pump (often called a solder sucker) is the ideal tool for the job.
The essential unit of automotive power has an unexpected history.
Stevan Ivanov strives to give a little-known brand its rightful place in automotive history.
Not so long ago, forced induction was mostly limited to high-performance sports cars and diesel trucks. Join Lemmy and Nick for a deep dive into modern forced induction systems and the parts that keep them running.
Auto care news and advice you can use.
Do you have a toolbox ready to go for repairs on the road? What do you keep in it?
When plastic parts break, sometimes replacements can be prohibitively expensive or hard to find. Learn how to use a hot staple tool to salvage broken plastics for auto repairs and other projects.
Learn how stop drilling can help to prevent cracks from propagating with a little know-how and a drill.
Lemmy tries out the cheapest lab scope available on Amazon.
Coiled wire is a smart idea for adding service loops or mechanical strain relief on automotive electrical jobs or other projects.
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Auto care news and advice you can use.
The essential unit of automotive power has an unexpected history.
Just because it says “DOT 4” on the bottle doesn’t mean it’s the correct DOT 4 for the vehicle.
The struggle is real for many of your customers.
Props to second place, too.
Are they C-clamps or G-clamps?
Just because it says “DOT 4” on the bottle doesn’t mean it’s the correct DOT 4 for the vehicle.
The struggle is real for many of your customers.
Props to second place, too.
