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How To: Troubleshoot Trailer Wiring Issues or Problems
Learn how to troubleshoot, fix or repair trailer wiring issues or problems. This video will show you how to diagnose and troubleshoot common issues what your trailer lights aren't working correctly.
How To: Solder Two Pieces of Wire Together
This video will show you How To Solder Two Pieces of wire Together
How To: Clean Car or Truck Battery Terminal Posts from Corrosion and Acid
This video will show you how to clean the battery cable terminals on your battery.
How To: Fix and Repair a Broken Wire Using Butt Connectors
This video will show you how to repair and fix a broken wire using different butt connectors and also a wire tie.
LA Auto Show: VW Does Infotainment the Right Way
The 2015 LA Auto Show showcases the best of the auto industry—well, at least according to car companies. Increases in horsepower, better fuel economy, and most importantly—the latest tech—is all on display during the 10-day event in Southern California. Once of my first missions at the show was to figure out who is putting the most care and thought into in-cabin electronics, mainly the ones that guide us around and play our music, affectionately known as "infotainment."
LA Auto Show: The Car of the Future Is Only $6,800
There was one company at the 2015 LA Auto Show that had everyone intrigued. They didn't have a big booth, and they only had one car on display, but they definitely had everyone's attention.
How To: This Hair Care Product Will Keep Water Spots Off Your Car for Good
Taking care of your car requires effort, whether you take it to the pros for washes, waxes, and detailing, or you spend time to make it shine yourself—and it often seems that, right after your car is sparkling again, rain or midnight moisture appears to cover its surface in water spots. With a small tweak to your typical car care routine, you may be able to keep your car's surface and windows shining longer and better: you just need to add a little hair conditioning liquid.
How To: Get Out Car Dents & Dings Without Damaging Your Paint Job
According to George Gjoka, a professional Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) technician, when you attempt to take a dent out of your car, you're probably doing it wrong.
News: How to Restore a Classic Ferrari
Rust To Riches is a garage than focuses ONLY on classic car restoration, like this amazing 1956 Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta "Tour De France"
How To: Replace Ball Joint on Grand Prix
Video: . This is how I replaced the warn ball joints on my 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP. This should be similar for Buick Regals from 1997-2003, Grand Prix from 1997-2008, and Chevy Monte Carlos from 2000-2007.
How To: Replace Headlight Bulb on Grand Prix
How to replace a headlight bulb on a 1997-2003 Pontiac Grand Prix and many other GM Vehicles which have a 9007 single bulb for high and low beams.
How To: Install Strut Tower Brace Grand Prix Monte Carlo Impala
How to install a GM front strut tower brace to a W Body car like a Grand Prix, Regal, Impala, or Monte Carlo. This brace will firm up the front end of the car (or rear if you install one there) and create less body roll in the corners.
How To: Replace End Links on Monte Carlo
This is how I upgraded my 2002 Monte Carlo End Link and Sway Bar Bushing to Polyurethane ones from MOOG. My factory hollow sway bar broke and it was replaced with a 33mm solid one from Dorman.
How To: replace Outer Tie rods on a Grand Prix
Video: . This is how is replaced the outer tie rods on a 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. Most late model GM vehicles will be similar to this Grand Prix. 97-03 Grand Prix, 04-08 Grand Prix, 00-05 Monte Carlo and Impala, 97-03 Regal
How To: Replace OIL PAN on Pontiac Grand Prix
Step 1: Here is a video on how to replace the oil pan on a Pontiac Grand Prix with the 3.8l engine. This process is the same for any wbody vehicle like the Chevy Impala, Monte Carlo, Buick Regal with the GM 3800 Series II or Series III engine supercharged or naturally aspirated.
How To: Select the Right Hammer and Dolly for the Job
In this video I am going to go over the basics of hammers and dollies when repairing dent on cars. I also discuss how to select the right tool for the job.
How To: Apply and Block Sand Body Filler
In this video I am going to demonstrate how to mix, apply, spread, and block sand body filler.
How To: Apply POR 15 for Rust
The Problem If you are working on a car restoration project, then you are going to faced with rust damage. This problem can’t be overlooked, as the entire project depends on repairing and eliminating rust. This would be like laying down new carpet to a house that was flooded, without cleaning the mess and making necessary repairs before laying the carpet down. The problem will still be there and the new carpet will be ruined.
How To: Get a Free Tow Home This New Year's Instead of Leaving Your Car at the Bar (Or Driving, You Drunk Fool)
Assuming that you're not going to knit a sweater and celebrate New Year's Eve with Ryan Seacrest and Jenny McCarthy on ABC's “New Year's Rockin' Eve," it's a pretty safe bet to say that you're probably going to consume alcohol—a considerable amount of alcohol.
How To: Determine the Value of a Used Car
Everyone hates to feel like they've been taken advantage of, especially when buying a used vehicle. The thought comes across every car buyer's mind... "Did I just get taken by that smooth-talking salesman?" When it comes to cars, how do you know if you're really getting a good deal, or if you're being offered a fair price for your car? After all, cars are most peoples second largest investment, so we need to make this decision wisely.
News: What Could Go Wrong When Spraying Primer?
So you're ready to spray primer on the car you've been working hard on. You're almost ready to paint and complete the job. SO what could go wrong now?
News: How to Block Sand Primer Surfacer
There are a lot of do's and don'ts when it comes to block sanding the primer surfacer on your car. In fact, this can make the difference of creating a show quality paint job and a less that average paint job.
News: Will Dry Ice Work for Dent Repair
I have always heard about how dry ice can repair dents. I have been asked this question, so I put it to the test. I got some dry ice on a hot day and even used a hair drier to heat the surface more. Do you think it worked for me? Well, watch the video to find out.
News: Will JB Weld Repair a Cracked Engine Block?
I went to get my boat ready for the summer and discover that my engine block was cracked. I looked online to find the cost of a new block to be way out of my range so I decided to see if I could repair the cracked block. Cast iron is very sensitive to heat and I do not have the skills to weld cast iron. So I decided to see if JB Weld would repair the block or not. To discover if it worked or not, watch the video below.
How To: Restore Your Headlights Using Toothpaste
Yellowed or hazed headlights don't only make your car look tacky, it also reduces the amount of light that can shine through at night. This results in poor visibility and may result in an unnecessary accident.
How To: Change Front Shocks on 4WD 2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500
Hey all, this is a video tutorial on changing shocks on a 4WD 2002-2006 Chevy Avalanche, without even having to jack the truck up, or remove the tire!
How To: Replace the Manual Window Regulator on Your 93-99 Volkswagen Jetta
In this video we will show you how to replace the manual window regulator in your 93-99 Volkswagen Jetta.
How To: Start a Car After a Very, Very Long Time in Storage
My grandfather's brother won this car in a lottery during 1957. He had no driver's license, but his brothers used to give him a lift in it. From 1975 to 1996, the car was parked in my grandfather's brother's garage. My grandfather moved the car on a trailer in 1996 to his garage a few miles away, but it's been standing still there until this year when I rolled it out and started it up. This was the first time someone turned it on in 38 years!
How To: Change Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter on 1966 Mustang
You jump in your car and notice that is feels like it is slipping out of gear or shifting in and out of neutral. What could the problem be? One problem may be that the transmission fluid and filter need to be changed.
How To: Remove Spray Paint After Your Car Gets Tagged
There are some really talented graffiti artists out there. Some of them are good enough that businesses hire them to paint advertisements, rather than hiring someone to scrub their work off the side of the building.
How To: Replace the Inside Door Handle Volkswagen of Your 93-98 Jetta or Golf
In this video we will show you how to replace the inside door handle on your 93-98 Volkswagen Jetta. This process is also the same on your VW Golf.
How To: Replace the Outer Taillights and Bulbs in Your 93-98 Volkswagen Jetta
In this auto repair video we will show you how to replace the taillights on your 93-98 Volkswagen Jetta.
How To: Adjust Valve Clearance on a Car
Video: . Valve Clearance Adjustment Tutorial Toyota Hilux, Surf 22re.
How To: Replace Inner Taillights and Bulbs on Your 93-98 Volkswagen VW Jetta
In this video we will show you how to replace the taillights on your 93-98 Volkswagon Jetta.
How To: Replace the Front Door Panel in a 93-98 Volkswagen VW Jetta or Golf
In this video we will show you how to replace the front door panel on your 93-98 Volkswagon Jetta. This process is also the same on the Volkswagon Golf.
How To: Fix Plastic Car Bumpers
If you are wanting to learn how to perform small repairs to your car, then plastic repair is something you need to learn how to do. Cars are using more plastic now than ever before. With car required to increase fuel mileage, I don't see the use of plastic going away.