Perhaps, the most important question to ask an antique car restoration company or specialist is about their experience.If more than one individual will be working on your car, what experience does each of those individuals have?Do they have any training?How many cars have they restored that were sim
Cracks forming in engines, particularly in the engine block, can be a major problem in marine power plants. Given that the engine block is often made of cast iron, welding is not the preferred solution for fixing the problem. A cold fix, one which doesn't require heating the metal, is the best way t
A brake-controller is necessary if you will be using electronic or trailer brakes on your GMC Suburban. Electronic/trailer brakes are mandatory by law if you will be towing an item that weighs more than two-thousand pounds. Installing the brake-controller is actually exceedingly simple as the GMC Su
The brake rotors on the 2003 Chevrolet Impala are the main component in stopping the car when the brakes are applied. The brake pads slide against the brake rotor until the car comes to a stop. Once the brake pads wear down, they will start to leave grooves on the facing of the brake rotor. When the
Most people intend to keep their cars in tip top condition. Some people go to the dealerships for car service. Others go to a local repair shop. Some even get their cars fixed at home ...
From door locks freezing to your windshield icing over, winter is a tough season for your car. You must keep your car's antifreeze checked, and you don't want to be without an ice scraper. Frozen car doors are another issue you have to deal with during the winter months. Defrosting a frozen car door
Door panels hold many accessories behind them that eventually need to be repaired or replaced. Removing the door panel is the only way to replace damaged window glass, install a keyless entry system or alarm system, and repair door locks or window regulators. Once the door panel of a Fiero is remove
The ding, the dent, the impression, all of these conjure up horrible images of the collision while thinking of how much this is going to cost you, but, in reality, for the most part, these dings, dents and impressions all have one thing in common - they can be fixed without the expensive paint jobs.
There are several advantages to having a full tank of gas.gas station tool image by Radu Razvan from Fotolia.comWith the increase in gas prices, it's painful to spend your last dollars filling up. You're tempted to put in $5 worth of gas and spend the rest of your money on something else....
When the parking brake is applied, the cable manually pulls on one brake shoe or, in the case of disc brakes, one pad. If the parking brake is ever needed due to a brake failure, there is no reason to be apprehensive in its application. It will not lock up the tires, and in fact will take a good bit
When you are traveling snowy mountain roads, chances are good you will need to use chains for your tires. Chains are generally installed on the rear tires of a front-wheel drive vehicle, where they provide the most traction. While most people consider chaining up a daunting chore, it can be simpl
The window mechanism in a Ford Focus consists of a window motor and regulator contained in a single unit. To remove this unit, you must first remove the interior door panel. This repair is within the abilities of most vehicle owners. This procedure may take three to four hours or more to complete.
Mercury Marine outboard motors are used and trusted worldwide. However, as with most engines, wear and tear can occur. Any problems that arise with your 1987 Mercury Mariner are fairly simple to diagnose, whether it is an issue with the fuel primer bulb or fuel line assembly. Run through a few troub
Transmission problems can be a nightmare for anyone who owns a car. The main function of the transmission is to transmit power from the engine to the drive wheels, through a series of gear sets, making it an essential component of a vehicle. Overlooking early warning signs of transmission problems c
The brake pads on the 2002 Dodge Caravan are designed to alert the driver when they are in need of replacement. The brake pads themselves contain metal clips that will protrude from the pad surface once the brake pads reach a certain level of wear. The exposure of the clips will cause them to scrape
The Ford F-350 turbo diesel uses a bowl housing at the top of the engine to enclose the fuel filter. Diesel tanks are susceptible to large amounts of debris and sediments in the tank. The fuel filter is responsible for keeping the debris out of the engine. This could cause engine failure and perform
For your car to look its best, it should have a nice paint job. Unfortunately, auto paint is very sensitive to environmental factors, such as sun and salt, that can damage the finish of your car. To keep the damage to a minimum and protect your car's body, it is often advisable to repaint the car. B
The big Ford Expedition Sport Utility Vehicle has a monstrous 5.4 liter V-8 engine. The liquid cooled power plant requires a lot of air moving to keep it from over heating and to do that has a big fan behind the radiator. For different reasons ranging from electrical problems to road debris damaging
Don't you just wish you could take walks around your neighborhood without inhaling pollution at the same time? Do you find yourself trying to escape the city as much as you can in an effort ...
Although modern car bodies rely on epoxy for body repair techniques, lead is commonly used as a body filler for older automobile repair. Classic cars used heavier gauge steel in their construction, making them able to withstand the heat needed for lead filling. Lead offers the advantage of being muc
