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Everyone knows they need to maintain their car. Filters need changed, tire pressure checked, fluids topped off and, every few years, a new set of shocks or struts. But what … Continue Reading Bad Control Arm Symptoms and How to Fix It
Imagine you are driving your Jeep or heavy-duty truck down the highway when you hit a bump and suddenly the steering wheel starts shaking violently. The shaking is so bad … Continue Reading What Causes Death Wobble?
There is a saying that goes “Use the right tool for the right job”, and nowhere does that apply more than to the world of automotive mechanics. Using the wrong … Continue Reading Ball Joint Tools: Learn How To Pick The Right Tool For The Job
Knowing how to identify bad ball joint symptoms can help you catch and repair the problem before it becomes dangerous. Read on to learn more.
Your front-end suspension protects you from bumps and keeps steering tight. Take this quiz to find out how much you know about this important system.
If you live in an area with particularly bad winters, it may seem like potholes — and pothole damage — show up overnight.
An often forgotten task of vehicle maintenance is chassis lubrication. 50 years ago, it was part of the oil change process, mainly because it had to be. If you didn’t … Continue Reading Know How Notes: Vehicle Chassis Lubrication
Ball joints and bushings are the backbone of your vehicle’s suspension system. Here’s how to deal with them when they start to rattle and wander.
The heavy grease that lubricates Spicer joints and axle bearings requires a special tool, a grease gun.