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Go Big or Go Home, It’s the Off-Roading Way It’s hard to miss a truck, SUV or Jeep with a lift kit installed. A lift kit raises the body and … Continue Reading Installing a Lift Kit on Your Truck, SUV or Jeep
Your brake fluid is one of the most important liquids in your vehicle. Brake fluid is what transmits your foot’s movement of pressing on the brake pedal into movement of … Continue Reading How to Flush Brake Fluid
If you want your car’s brakes to perform when you need them, it’s essential to know a few things about brake hose replacement.
The brake proportioning valve is a key part of your brake system. It controls the pressure between your front and rear brakes.
Here’s a quick guide to diagnose and repair your soft brake pedal and keep your ride and your loved ones safe.
Lift kits for trucks may seem simple, so DIYers might be tempted to skip buying lift kit components and rig up parts at home.
I still remember the first time I had to put a double-flare on a hard steel line. My dad and I were doing a brake job on our 1987 Suburban. … Continue Reading Know How Notes – How to Make a Double Flare Brake Line
Knowing when and how to check brake fluid can save you a few bucks or just flat out save you.
Whether you are building a new project or just replacing some worn out parts, brake lines have long been a source of frustration for DIY mechanics. There are two processes that create the headaches- flaring and bending. This article focuses on the task of bending brake lines and fuel lines.
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