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Hagerty’s Kyle Smith walks you through the process of building spark plug wires for your classic car or truck.
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A relay is essentially a switch that is operated electrically rather than mechanically and are used extensively in vehicle electrical systems.
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This video demonstrates how to properly adjust Small Block Chevrolet engine valves…
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Two Guys Garage co-host Kevin Byrd clearly explains automotive electrical circuits and how they work to power your automobile.
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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.
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Setting the timing on your engine is one of the most misunderstood adjustments. Here is how to set ignition timing, clearly explained.
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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.
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An Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) prevents the wheels from locking while you are braking and generally shortens the braking distance.
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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.
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All gasoline engines require an ignition system. Most four-stroke engines use mechanically timed electrical ignition systems.
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