Fuses are an essential part of any electrical system. They are designed to fail automatically in the event of an electrical overload or short—sacrificing themselves to save your wiring harness. Given the nature of how fuses work, it’s critical that you use the proper amp rating for the circuit. Too low a value and your
Is it Necessary to Align the Bellhousing for a Transmission Swap? Q: I’m installing a new 5-speed transmission and bellhousing in my 1993 Mustang. A friend of mine asked me whether I aligned the bellhousing. All of my parts are new, so is it actually necessary to align the bellhousing? Yes—Bellhousing Alignment is Essential A:
A cranky carburetor can lead to a number of problems—excessive fuel consumption, rough idle, hard starting, and more. We covered some of these issues in our Carb Detective and Carb Checklist posts. While a more-accurate diagnosis of carburetor issues may require more time, tools, and patience, there are few simple, quick tests that will help you
Since the GM LS is such a popular engine series, LS-compatible parts are common and easy to find. Which means, if you’re using 1992-97 LT1-style heads on your engine, you may find more spring options if you look for valve springs designed for the LS. Those different spring types however, are not compatible. Fortunately, the
With some exceptions, namely older diesels and Corvettes, most tachometers use electrical pulses from the ignition system to indicate an engine’s rpm. Though this method delivers an accurate reading, installing a new tach can be confusing because of the different ignition systems used by the OEMs and the aftermarket. Tachometer installation can be as simple
Louvers are a quintessential hot rod thing. Not only do they look old school cool, they also serve a purpose. They were originally applied to vehicles to help let hot air out of the engine compartment. Later they were used to make roadster bodies more aero-friendly by letting trapped air escape from under the body
Ever wonder whether you should apply wax or sealant first? Or whether using a spray wax provides any type of benefit after applying a Carnauba wax? The Chemical Guys have you covered. They created a popular auto-detailing flowchart that some of you have likely seen before. In today’s video, you’ll hear the importance of a
“Painting is not magic,” said paint and body expert Kevin Tetz. “It’s not voodoo. It’s not a gift. It’s an acquired skill.” In the video below, you’ll find Tetz, creator of the Paintucation video series, providing tips and technique lessons that will help you develop and hone your spray-painting technique. “It just takes practice and I
We’ve built and tuned so many supercharged engines over the years, we’ve lost count. And every time we build a Roots-blown engine, the thing we least look forward to is setting up the carburetor linkage. If the engine is running a single carb, it’s an easy job. Dual carbs mounted inline is almost as easy.
You’ve increased your Jeep’s tire size for improved ground clearance, and then you lowered its gear ratio to take advantage of the taller tires. But now, with the taller tires and lower gears, you feel a significant decline in stopping power. That’s because the heavier tires require better brakes to slow and stop them. Generally,
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