Automotive Article Directory

How to Change Automatic Transmission Filters
Over time transmission fluid, like engine oil, will lose viscosity and its ability to adequately lubricate and cool moving parts. The recommended duration between transmission fluid & filter changes is set by the Manufacturer and affected by the driving conditions and number of miles driven. (Read more)

How to Change Seized Up Spark Plugs
Seized spark plugs can foul up any tune-up! In order to interpret engine performance, you have to pull all of the plugs for visual inspection. Even if your spark plugs indicate that your engine is running properly, electrode wear may be cause for replacement. This tutorial should help you to remove any seized spark plug, whether gasket-style or tapered. (Read more)

How to Do Auto Body Repair Work
This tutorial explains how to do auto body repair work on sheet metal panels, not the plastic/fiberglass composite skins which have rolled off the assembly lines for years. This article covers the use of auto body filler as a repair medium. (Read more)

How to Increase Fuel Economy
Hypermiling is the name of the game! Many methods exist which allow you to increase fuel economy of the vehicle you already own. Higher prices at the fuel pumps do not necessarily mean the end of the road for your favorite car, truck or SUV. Not everyone can afford to buy new hybrid vehicles, especially in today's economy. (Read more)

How to Install Truck Hitch Accessories/Attachments
Consider this the perfect time to accessorize, with many affordable 'plug & play' solutions readily available to help you get the most out of your vehicle! You might find the bed difficult to climb into after installing a Lift Kit on your pick up truck. A step may come in handy. Perhaps you need a trailer hitch to pull a new trailer loaded with snowmobiles, jet skis or lawn mowers. (Read more)

How to make a Poor Man's Fuel Heater
Build and install your very own Fuel Heater, like I did! In my search for ways to save gas, money, and our environment, I found this simple yet inexpensive way to do all three!
Since heated fuel vaporizes quicker it burns more thoroughly when mixed with cooler-denser air. This increases fuel efficiency and reduces wasteful emissions. Of course, one cannot overlook the added benefit of extra power... (Read more)

How to mix your own Fuel Additive
Are you a believer in using additives to keep your fuel system clean, improving gas mileage, enhancing performance and reducing emissions? Maintaining this practice is rather expensive, unless you mix your own! Acetone, when mixed with an upper-cylinder lubricant and added to gasoline, helps by removing gum and varnish from the entire fuel system. (Read more)

How to Replace a Door Panel
If you need to remove an automotive door panel for replacement, gain access to lube the window track, replace a power window motor, lube or repair lock & latch linkage, replace a blown stereo speaker, or do auto body repair/waterproofing, you will need a few simple tools and basic knowledge of door construction. (Read more)

How to Replace Rear Leaf Springs
Whether your Leaf Springs are sprung or you just want to upgrade your suspension, replacing them is a fairly straight forward process. This job can be done in the driveway in a couple of hours. Even faster with the use of power tools! (Read more)

How to Tune-Up a Car Yourself
Tuning up a car isn't as hard as some people think. Read your owner's manual to understand the basics. Properly maintaining your vehicle will insure that it lasts a long time. Doing it yourself will not only save you money, it can provide a great deal of satisfaction. (Read more)

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