Body Kits Enhance Style and Performance
Body kits can improve style as well as performance. The right body kit can make your automobile stand out. Many do not know that the right body kit can drastically reduce wind resistance while driving.
Category : Auto Parts & Maintenance & Repairs : Cars & Vehicles
Intake Air System Specs
Most older vehicles use a round air filter mounted to the top of the carburetor.filtre ?? air image by Philippe BERNARD from Fotolia.comAir intake systems on a vehicle are comprised of three basic elements; the air filter housing, the intake manifold and the intake tube. The...
How to Remove the Alternator on a 2000 Chrysler Sebring LXi
Replacing the alternator on your 2000 Chrysler Sebring is a good project to undertake at home, and it will save you from steep labor charges from the dealership or the repair shop. If the battery is not charging and the car does not stay running without the battery cables attached to the battery, th
How Does a Blower on a Car Work?
IntroductionTo understand how a blower or super charger works, it is important to have knowledge of engine displacement. When an engine is described in cubic inches or liters it has nothing to do with the size of the engine. What is being referred to is how many cubic inches of air each...
Where Is the Spare Tire Winch on a Dodge Ram?
The spare tire winch on the Dodge Ram is located under the cargo bed. The winch allows you to lower the spare tire from the underside of the Ram's chassis when you need it. Accessing the winch is simple. Always raise the winch back to its original position so the winch cable is not dragging on the g
How To Repair Automobile Muffler and Exhaust Systems
The exhaust system of your car has a significant effect on its horsepower and fuel economy. A clogged muffler or damage to the exhaust system can also substantially diminish your vehicle's capabilities. Through simple modifications and repairs to your muffler and exhaust system, you can increase the
How to Replace a 1992 Toyota Truck Starter
The typical 1992 Toyota pickup has seen a lot of miles over the years, and the starter has turned over the engine thousands of times. Most likely, the starter has already been replaced once or twice already, from wear and tear. When it goes out again, you'll be stuck wherever you are and will most l
How Much Should a Transmission Overhaul Cost?
Transmission overhauls can be less expensive than replacing your transmission.New car engine gearboxes image by Christopher Dodge from Fotolia.comSave Money With an OverhaulIf your transmission needs repair, having your own transmission carefully taken apart and rebuilt will assure that...
How to Change the Thermostat on a Toyota Tercel
The Tercel was Toyota's compact car until 1998 when it was replaced by the Toyota Echo. The Tercel was equipped with a 1.5L engine and had a traditional cooling system. If the thermostat in your Tercel "sticks" or goes out, your engine will not operate in its normal operating range, which can cause
How Engine Air Filters Works
The modern combustion engine needs a free flow of air to operate properly. This free flow of air is being feed to the engine for the combustion process to happen. More fresh air means more combustion, more combustion means more power.
Car Cover FAQ
Whether you drive a vintage car, a brand new sportster, or something in between, you may want to purchase a car cover for your ride. If you have never used one before, answers to some frequently asked questions about car covers can help you.
MerCruiser 4.3L Oil Specifications
The manufacturer requires a specific lubricant for the MerCruiser engine.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty ImagesThe MerCruiser 4.3L is an inboard boat engine, manufactured by Mercury Marine, used to power the stern drive of the vessel in which it is mounted. Mercury Marine has specific...
How to Replace a Honda Head Lamp Bulb
Headlamp bulbs on your Honda help you to see at night. However, when they blow out, not only can it be difficult to see, you can get a ticket for unsafe driving. While it is commonly thought that the filament will eventually burn out on these bulbs, there are many reasons why you would need to repla
How to Replace a 135 HP Evinrude Fuel Pump
If your Evinrude 135 outboard motor begins to choke or stall out and you smell the odor of fuel, it may mean that the fuel pump needs to be replaced. The fuel pump transfers gas from the engine to the carburetor. Over time the pump can become clogged with mud or other residue, or it can just wear ou
How Do I Troubleshoot a Charging System Alternator?
The alternator in your vehicle charges the battery as it powers the electronics as well. The alternator, when working properly, should be charging at roughly 13.8 volts. The alternator works by using the serpentine belt to turn a pulley. That pulley spins the alternator rotor in a stator. This rotat
How to Use Spring Compressor Struts
Worn out springs can ruin the drivability of any vehicle. To get a different vehicle stance, factory springs can be replaced with shorter, firmer springs for a custom look and drive. Coil over springs and struts are inserted into their mounting brackets under pressure. Pre loaded coils will allow fo
How to Check a Yamaha Outboard Motor Control Unit
The Yamaha outboard motor control unit is a capacitor discharge module by another name. They appear on alternator-driven, non-distributor capacitor discharge systems. It converts the AC current from the coil to DC current usable by the spark plugs, stores the current in its own capacitor and, in a d
How to Repair a "No Temp" Gauge Reading in a 2002 Chevy Blazer
The temperature gauge works via a sender/sensor that senses the temperature of the coolant in the engine. It sends a signal to the computer, which then sends a signal to the gauge, which is then converted to an analog or digital reading. The temperature-sending unit/sensor is located in the side of
How to Remove a Seat in a Honda Rebel
The Honda Rebel comes equipped with two seats, one for the driver and one for a passenger. Located under the driver's seat are the battery, fuse box and other important components, so it is valuable to understand the seat removal process for any potential maintenance needs you may have. The passenge