CategoryMaintenance

The NAPA experts are here to help you maintain your car, truck, motorcycle, boat, ATV, lawn mower and more. Regardless of whether you tackle maintenance in your home garage or trust the technicians at your local NAPA Auto Care center, the NAPA Blog has the detailed advice you need to keep everything running in top condition.

Posted June 15, 2015 Maintenance

Synthetic Versus Conventional Oil: Which Should You Use?

If you are wondering about the pros and cons of synthetic versus conventional oil, you are not alone.

How To Rebuild A GM 8.5” 10-Bolt Rear Differential

Posted March 31, 2015 Maintenance

Tips For Rebuilding A GM 8.5” 10-Bolt Rear Differential

If transmissions are shrouded in mystery, then the rear differential follows on its coattails. Unlike transmission building, a rear end rebuild is basic nuts and bolts stuff, but that comes … Continue Reading Tips For Rebuilding A GM 8.5” 10-Bolt Rear Differential

Posted March 27, 2015 Maintenance

Tire Inflation Tips for Better Fuel Economy, Safety and Longer-Lasting Tires

Tire pressure is very important, but many vehicle owners don’t give a second thought to their tires after they’re installed. By regularly following a few simple tire inflation tips, you … Continue Reading Tire Inflation Tips for Better Fuel Economy, Safety and Longer-Lasting Tires

Posted March 9, 2015 Maintenance

Stop Right There! Performance Brake Upgrade Tips

Braking performance is critical for every vehicle on the road, yet it is far too often overlooked until something goes wrong. Brake pads wear down, calipers develop leaks and rotors … Continue Reading Stop Right There! Performance Brake Upgrade Tips

Posted February 19, 2015 Know How

Is It Time For a New Car Battery?

Most people don’t think about how to check car batteries. The signs that your car or truck needs a new battery can be subtle: your engine takes a few extra … Continue Reading Is It Time For a New Car Battery?

Posted January 9, 2015 Featured

Polarizing Options – Choosing a Battery Charger

Your battery went flat, it is dead and you need to get to work in the morning. After rummaging around in the cabinet, you drag out hulking metal box with … Continue Reading Polarizing Options – Choosing a Battery Charger

Posted December 18, 2014 Know How

Don’t Toss That Used Motor Oil! Here’s Why You Should Always Recycle It

Used motor oil should be re-refined and recycled to cut back on crude oil demand and protect local waterways. Changing your vehicle’s oil is necessary to keep it in top … Continue Reading Don’t Toss That Used Motor Oil! Here’s Why You Should Always Recycle It

Posted October 18, 2014 Know How

Replace Wiper Blades for Improved Visibility and Safety

Above image: These wiper blades are worn far past the point of needing replacement. Is it really worth risking life and limb to avoid swapping out worn blades for a … Continue Reading Replace Wiper Blades for Improved Visibility and Safety

3M Glass Cleaner tinted auto glass exterior

Posted September 17, 2014 Maintenance

Product Review: 3M Glass Cleaner

Keeping your vehicle’s glass clean isn’t just a matter of appearance. Safety is an important factor, too. When dust, bugs and road grime build up on your car or truck’s … Continue Reading Product Review: 3M Glass Cleaner

Posted August 19, 2014 Maintenance

How to Upgrade Ignition Coils

The Ford overhead camshaft modular V8, commonly referred to as the “mod motor”, is an excellent engine with good efficiency and performance potential. These engines have been popular since the … Continue Reading How to Upgrade Ignition Coils