Automotive Basics
Essential Tools for the Home Mechanic
Popular Mechanics associate auto editor Ben Wojdyla shows us his recommendations for the essential tools in anyone’s set. [More…]
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Automotive Basics
Automotive Basics
How To Understand Wheel Specs
Choosing new wheels is an exciting part of a build, but you’ll need the width, bolt pattern, and offset. Here’s what those numbers mean. [More…]
Automotive Basics
How To Choose a Manual Clutch Set
Choosing the correct performance clutch for your combination will ensure you get all that power to the rear wheels. [More…]
Automotive Basics
How To Diagnose and Replace Universal Joints
Learn how to tell if your u-joints are bad and how to replace u-joints in this in-depth DIY that covers every aspect of u-joint replacement. [More…]
Automotive Basics
Uses For Different Tire Applications
Different tire applications ~ Depending on where you’re taking your rig helps determines what tires you’ll need. [More…]
Automotive Basics
How To Install and Shim a Starter
Is your starter gear not engaging, grinding, or kicking out? Here’s how to properly shim a starter and check clearances. [More…]
Automotive Basics
How To Calculate Compression Ratio
Compression ratio is the maximum volume of the cylinder divided by the minimum volume of the cylinder. Here’s what you need to know. [More…]
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How To Choose And Use Automotive Hardline
Hardline materials each have pros and cons so you’ll need to consider the specific application or vehicle system that you plan to use it on. [More…]
Automotive Basics
How To Adjust Hydraulic Valves Right The First Time, Every Time
Hydraulic valve adjustment made easy: Here is how to adjust hydraulic valves right the first time, every time. [More…]
Automotive Basics
Camshaft Specifications: What They Mean
Camshaft Specifications that seem so hard to figure out, are clearly explained in detail in this series of videos… [More…]