On a car with disc brakes, what is the most likely symptom of a vehicle with rotors that measured out-of-spec for thickness variation when measured at several places on the rotor surface?
Each line item confirms it—cheating doesn’t pay.
Ford made a V-8 engine affordable to the mass market consumer for the first time.
Working on some battery cables or custom ground straps? A proper tool like Dorman’s 90707 heavy lug crimper has you covered.
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Find out how they differ from wet sump oil systems.
If you have tools that use 9 volt batteries, it’s cheap and easy to convert them to rechargeable batteries. Watch to learn how it’s done!
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A local automotive event is the cure for whatever car doldrums you’re in.
What tools do you trust when installing wheels on a vehicle? The trusty torque wrench, or the straightforward torque sticks? Or maybe both?
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Lemmy explains why this basic task always comes before removing the positive cable to help you understand the theory behind the practice.
Examining the differences (and similarities) between these key roles in the automotive service industry.
Get ready for an increase in fuel system corrosion repairs on older vehicles and small engines.
Car mods to do first: auto technicians’ favorites!
The Tucker 48 had many innovative design features, but was Preston a scam artist?
Two solutions for yellowed, hazy headlights.
They look the same, but serve different roles. Here are the very specific scenarios where the lesser-known parallel connector shines.
Shop Press’ Andy Greaser breaks down permanent antifreeze and today’s coolant for your vehicles.
