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Is It Ever Safe to Reuse Torque-to-Yield (TTY) Fasteners (VIDEO)

Pete Meier explains why these single-use bolts should always be replaced for safety and proper function.

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TECHNICIAN CHALLENGE: Can you identify these dash lights? PART 4 (VIDEO)

Think you know your dash lights? Shop Press contributors Keith, Miriam, Chris, and Greaser try their best to identify all kinds of lights, symbols, and indicators.

Several tips to make brake line removal less of a headache

Don’t break fittings—break ‘em free.

Quick tip: how to use an old phone to check vehicle lights by yourself

That old smartphone can actually help when you don’t have a second set of eyes to help out.

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“Hot Rod Magazine: 75 Years” book review

The celebration of a magazine that was, for some, where their love of working on cars began.

Junkyard therapy. It’s my kind of therapy.

When I feel like dropping off the grid for a couple hours of “me” time, I head out for a walk in the park—in the junkyard.

How to find a good auto repair shop, according to actual repair professionals (VIDEO)

There’s lot of advice out there about how to choose a reliable mechanic. We asked mechanics what they would advise.

The worst cars are the best classrooms

They don’t build ‘em like they used to, and that’s a shame.

What are the sockets and wrenches you can do without?

There are definitely useless sizes. Or are there?

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What tools do you keep in your road box for car repair? (VIDEO)

Do you have a toolbox ready to go for repairs on the road? What do you keep in it?

The fastest way to remove a Woodruff key (VIDEO)

Watch as Lemmy demonstrates the fastest, easiest way to remove a Woodruff key using a common tool that might surprise you. Give it a try next time!

Seven tips to help you pass your ASE exams

There’s no magic bullet, but sometimes one or two answers is the difference between pass and fail.

What are your least favorite repair jobs? (VIDEO)

Life can’t all be brake jobs and pre-delivery inspections. Beating time is the name of the game, but it doesn’t always work out. Watch as a few Dorman mechanics talk about the jobs that make more sweat than bread in this video.