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Nothing says horsepower like an engine compartment dressed with stainless steel braided hoses. Of course, nothing hurts like stabbing your fingers with the frayed edges of a braided hose. The … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: How To Cut Braided Hose
A car battery terminal end may fail, leaving you and your vehicle stranded. Here’s what to look for to help avoid that.
A failed heater core could lead to water inside your car and the strong smell of coolant. Use these tips to diagnose a faulty heater core.
The squealing sound of the disc brakes is often caused by brake dust. To fix this, try these car brake cleaning tips.
Work with cars long enough and you will have to cut some tubing. Whether you just need to replace a fitting with stripped threads, replace an entire hard line, or … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: How to Cut Metal Tubing
Should you opt for four-wheel drive? Here’s a look at what sets the powertrain apart, its benefits and disadvantages and how to tell when it’s not working.
We all know how to clean a car don’t we? For many of us, it’s one of our fondest childhood memories and one of our most common adult responsibilities. And … Continue Reading 4 Uncommon Spots to Deep Clean Inside and Outside Your Car
Emergency braking systems help you stop more quickly and safely — here’s how.
Fall car care involves checking seven key fluids. Taking care of your car now is a way to avoid a breakdown in the winter.
Unless you have to replace the entire exhaust system, basic maintenance of your vehicle’s exhaust system can be done with just a few hand tools and the right parts. But … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: Exhaust Clamps and Hangers