Parts Bin: Lisle Windshield Wiper Arm Puller Tool

Every once in a while, a tool comes along and saves the day. Lisle’s Windshield Wiper Arm Puller is one of those tools. It works similar to a pulley removal device—simply slide the tool’s adjustable arms behind the wiper arm, then spin the large threaded adjustment nut to secure the tool’s arms. To begin the

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Photo Gallery: Super Summit 2018 Recap

Super Summit is Summit Racing‘s annual celebration of all-things automotive. Now held at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, OH, the event has continually grown in both size and scope. This year featured TV celebrities and a pair of BIGFOOT monster trucks, plus dragstrip fun runs, an autocross course, and an all-new off-road obstacle course. Even

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Super Summit Mini Feature: The Datsun/Nissan 510

Never heard of a 510? Well, when Datsun (the company that would eventually become Nissan) wanted to build a new passenger car, it picked a lofty benchmark: the popular BMW 2002. The result was the Datsun Bluebird–but, when it came to the United States, Datsun changed the car’s name to the 510. “They must’ve thought

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Gallery: Super Summit 2018 Friday Early Walkaround

NORWALK, OH — While the gates didn’t open until 2 p.m. today, we arrived early at Super Summit 2018 at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park near Cleveland, OH to soak in the awesome cars, trucks, hot rods, muscle cars, and vintage racers on-site already. Our cameras captured pics of several vehicles and the Super Summit set-up

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10 Chevy Gift Ideas for Dad

It may sound cliché to give Dad a tie for a gift—but if he’s a Chevrolet fan, it’s perfectly acceptable to give him a Bowtie. So if your Father is a die-hard Chevy loyalist, here’s a list of Bowtie-branded gifts he’s bound to love. Chevy Pickup Dealership T-Shirt The perfect complement to a pair of

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Lot Shots Find of the Week: 1973 Plymouth Satellite Wagon

Before there was the minivan, SUV, or crossover, there was the station wagon—the preferred family hauler for trips to grandma’s house and summer vacations. And if you had to picture the archetypal station wagon, what would you think of? Luggage rack? Pea-green paint with faux wood paneling? Rear-facing seats? Well, this lovely 1973 Plymouth Satellite

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Gift Ideas for Dad: 15 Tools Your Father Probably Doesn’t Have

Gift-shopping for Dad is tough—especially if he’s the kind of guy that always wants tools. Because he probably has a million already and you’re left trying to find new ones that he doesn’t own. So, we made this list to help you out. While we can’t guarantee that your Pop doesn’t already have these, we

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Parts Bin: NTE Self-Solder Butt Splice Connectors

Making a splice in a vehicle’s automotive wiring is a critical task, because you’ve got to ensure there’s a solid electrical and mechanical connection that will withstand the vibration and temperature extremes found in automotive environments. Often, these splices must occur in tight spaces where there’s limited access to the wires, which can compound the

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Lot Shots Find of the Week: 1974 Austin Mini

Originally designed by the British Motor Corporation (a company formed by the merger of British auto manufacturers Austin and Morris), the Mini launched in 1959 and has since become one of the most iconic vehicles in history. The Mini was sold under both the Austin and Morris nameplates, and eventually became its own marque. Note:

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Parts Bin: IPA Tools Relay Bypass Switches

While they’re usually pretty reliable, troubleshooting a failed relay can be a frustrating endeavor. More importantly, if you’re trying to service a component that relies on a relay for power, it can be a hassle to ensure the relay stays energized while you’re performing diagnostics. Innovative Products of America (IPA Tools) makes Relay Bypass Switches that

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