Tilt Your Steering Column

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We strongly advise that you test fit your “Tilt Column” before painting it. SAVE YOURSELF A BUNCH OF HEADACHES At the very least, every steering column should have two mounting locations. There are standard locations for the mounts, which are typically located on either side of the vehicle’s dashboard. Two drops mounted to an under-dash…

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How to Install a Wide Body Kit

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Installing a car body kit is a significant financial and time commitment. This includes the front and rear bumpers as well as the spoilers as well as the side guards as well as the paintwork. Aftermarket parts will replace any original equipment components. A lot of times, the car will need a little tweaking to…

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How to Replace a Convertible Top

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Convertibles that need new covers have three options:  (1) Pay a shop up to $1,500 for the installation of a cover;  (2) Try to create a new cover from an old pattern and pray; (3) Buy a ready-cut kit to install the cover yourself. Kits make installing a convertible top a breeze for the vast…

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Prep is What Makes the Paint Job

Paint Prep

Prep Cover Prep It doesn’t matter if you’re painting your automobile yourself or hiring someone else to do it for you; proper preparation is crucial. It’s a tedious task that requires a lot of grunt labor, which takes a lot of time. There isn’t a lot of information out there regarding how to properly prepare…

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Old Guy’s Advice on an LS Conversion

ls conversion

It all boils down to what your specific aims are in making an LS swap and how much you want to spend when it comes to selecting an engine. SALVAGE  A junk yard 5.3 or 6.0 is the engine to switch for most people. They normally cost between $500 and $1,500, with just a cam…

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Seat Upholstery is Not Rocket Surgery

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Install New seat Cover Seat Covers Whether you use your vehicle to transport construction materials, kids and grandkids, or simply spill a lot of coffee, you know how quickly factory seat covers become soiled. You only have three options if they’re beyond saving with upholstery cleaning and you want to brighten up your vehicle’s interior:…

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How to Choose an EFI Conversion Kit

First Fuel Injection

Now that you’ve decided that switching to EFI is the best option for you, the hard work begins. Converting to EFI isn’t as straightforward as buying a machine, unpacking it, and installing it. Furthermore, I’m not aware of any system that is designed to function in all situations. Fortunately, reducing the range of products available…

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Detailing is More Than Just Washing

Detailing

What Exactly Is Auto Detailing? Detailing is more than just washing your car with soapy water and a towel or brushing the interior with Armor All and a vacuum; it’s focusing on and cleaning the tiny elements of your automobile to transform it from “clean” to “sparkling like new.” Professional detailers can be found in…

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Old Guy’s Corvette Advice

80 Corvette

PLANNING A CORVETTE RESTORATION PROJECT Restoration projects are exciting, especially when you’re working with one of America’s greatest sports cars. While the finished product will leave you with a sense of accomplishment and pride in showing off your hard work, there are a few steps you may want to consider beforehand. Preparing your Corvette for…

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How to Install Exhaust Headers

Stainless Steel Headers

Exhaust Headers: How to Install Them Exhaust header upgrades might result in substantial power gains for your car. Larger-capacity pipes allow for more exhaust to be carried away from your engine, resulting in increased torque and horsepower. Quality exhaust headers, for example, manage engine temperature to minimize overheating and ensure efficient engine performance. Each cylinder’s tubes…

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