Restoration
Saginaw 68/86 Steering Gears
The Saginaw 68 and 86 are by far the best-selling power steering gearboxes, most likely due to the sheer volume of vehicles they were installed in and the percentage of those that are still on the road. As implied by their titles, the 68 and 86 are two distinct gearboxes, yet they are completely interchangeable…
Read MoreBench Bleeding a Car’s Master Cylinder
When installing a master cylinder, it is critical to remove all of the air from the system before proceeding. This can result in poor braking performance if you don’t do it. If you have a mushy or non-responsive brake pedal, you may have to start over from the beginning. Master cylinders with step bores are…
Read MoreFailing Fuel Pump
Fuel systems have become increasingly sophisticated as OEMs seek to enhance fuel efficiency and engine performance. Many technicians are returning brand new fuel pumps as defective, only to discover that the root cause of the problem was a bad crankshaft sensor or fuel pump relay. So, to prevent some of the most typical technician diagnostic…
Read MoreHow to Replace or Repair the Brakes
We understand that there are many do-it-yourselfers out there who can perform even complex auto repairs on their own. We hope that our articles will help DIYers complete their installations without a hitch. We aim to educate car owners on the functionality, repair, and maintenance of car parts. Even if you are not a regular…
Read MoreHow to do Basic Body Work
How to do Basic Body Work Frequently, we prefer to complete our own work on our classics. Not because we have a deep-seated mistrust of our body guys, but more because we want to be able to say, “I did it.” Keeping this in mind, I traveled back in time to when I was a…
Read MoreHow to Paint Fiberglass Parts
Where precisely do you begin when painting a vehicle? Let me assure you that it is nothing like painting a wall, a house, or even a craft project. You begin by sanding the entire body, fenders, etc. with 220 grit paper. You must monitor the shine of the body’s gel coat to ensure…
Read MoreHow to Restore That Faded Paint
Mechanically maintaining your historic automobile is one of your life aspirations. However, while you are concentrating on getting her to function smoothly, what is happening to that paint? Knowing how to maintain the gloss and sheen of your paint is also crucial. It is not only time-consuming but also costly to replace. So why not…
Read MoreHow to Wire Dual Electric Fans
As many of you are aware, clearance between the front of your engine and the radiator can be extremely limited. Most of the time, your first thought is to find the smallest single electric fan that is powerful enough to cool your car, but there is another option! Dual electric fans could be the answer…
Read MoreHow to Build a Custom Exhaust System
The majority of factory exhaust systems are hefty, restricted, and, to make matters worse, quiet. Not to add that stock exhaust manifolds are rarely compatible with your hot rod’s chassis or engine compartment. You don’t want to put that brand new crate engine in your project and try to utilize the factory exhaust pieces that…
Read MoreHow to Choose the Correct Headers
The entire idea of an aftermarket exhaust system, as well as headers, is to allow for improved evacuation of exhaust gasses from the vehicle. If these gases are allowed to linger in the combustion chamber, they will take up valuable space that could be better utilized by fresh air and fuel. This, in turn, depletes…
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