Automotive Basics
How to Make Spark Plug Wires
Hagerty’s Kyle Smith walks you through the process of building spark plug wires for your classic car or truck. [More…]
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Automotive Basics
Automotive Basics
Understanding Automotive Relays
A relay is essentially a switch that is operated electrically rather than mechanically and are used extensively in vehicle electrical systems. [More…]
Automotive Basics
How To Adjust the Valves on a Small Block Chevrolet
This video demonstrates how to properly adjust Small Block Chevrolet engine valves… [More…]
Automotive Basics
Automotive Electrical Circuits 101
Two Guys Garage co-host Kevin Byrd clearly explains automotive electrical circuits and how they work to power your automobile. [More…]
Automotive Basics
Understanding and Troubleshooting Torque Converters
Torque converters are a type of fluid coupling which transfers rotating power from a prime mover, like an internal combustion engine, to a rotating driven load. In a vehicle with an automatic transmission, the torque converter connects the power source from the load. [More…]
Automotive Basics
How To Set Ignition Timing
Setting the timing on your engine is one of the most misunderstood adjustments. Here is how to set ignition timing, clearly explained. [More…]
Automotive Basics
How To Use A Digital Multimeter
The digital multimeter is the go-to tool for electrical problems in a car and is the proper tool to measure voltage, current, and resistance. [More…]
Automotive Basics
Understanding Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS)
An Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) prevents the wheels from locking while you are braking and generally shortens the braking distance. [More…]
Automotive Basics
Understanding Manual Clutches
What is a clutch and how does it work? We explain how a clutch works and how it connects your engine to the transmission to rotate the tires. [More…]
Automotive Basics
Understanding Ignition Systems
All gasoline engines require an ignition system. Most four-stroke engines use mechanically timed electrical ignition systems. [More…]