How to Rebuild a CV Axle
If you’re looking to rebuild a CV axle you’re looking to revive a bit of a lost art. As we mentioned in the video above rebuilding CV axles yourself is usually not very cost-effective as already rebuilt axles are probably available for your vehicle at a very reasonable price. If you love the idea of…
Read MoreMy Steering Wheel Shakes When Braking
If your steering wheel shakes when braking, you probably have an issue with your brakes. But before you go out and by new pads and rotors, it’s important to know what the other possibilities are so you don’t end up wasting money. Possible Causes of a Shaking Steering Wheel Warped brake rotors Unbalanced or flat…
Read MoreHow to Replace a Water Pump
Replacing the water pump on your vehicle may be an easy job. However, if you’re watching this video you’ve probably got a doozy on your hands. If you’ve got a rear-wheel-drive car or truck with a fan belt driven water pump, you probably have a relatively easy job ahead of you. But there are some…
Read MoreFlat Tire Repair Options
Getting a flat tire is never easy or fun. Whether it’s a fast leak or a slow leak, flat tire repair is going to be in your future. Like any vehicle leak, a leak in your tire will eventually lead to problems if you don’t repair it. Those problems could be as insignificant as poor…
Read MoreTailgate Latch Repair
Tailgate latch repair can seem daunting but it really isn’t a bad job. The toughest part to this is being able to get your hands and fingers where they need to be without scratching up your arms terribly. In this video, we tackle one of the most difficult kinds of tailgate latches, one on an…
Read MoreHow to Tell If you Have a Rear Main Seal Leak
No one likes a leaky car. It makes a mess in your garage or driveway, it’s embarrassing at work, and it makes you feel like your otherwise great car is on its last legs. Sometimes, a leaking car is better than an empty bank account and that may just be the two choices you have…
Read MoreHow to Use a Spring Compressor
Replacing the shocks or struts in your car is often a game changed. These suspension components wear out slowly as your put miles on your car so as the owner we’re often not even aware of how bad things have gotten. Shock manufacturers recommend replacing your shocks or struts every 60,000 miles. since you’ve…
Read MoreWhy is My AC Only Blowing Warm Air?
Is your ac only blowing warm air, or only blowing hot air? The difference could be the difference between a problem with your air conditioning system vs. a problem with your ventilation system. If you have HOT air blowing from your vents even with the air conditioning on it could be a ventilation system problem. …
Read MoreWhy Do I Have a Hydraulic Fluid Leak?
Having a hydraulic fluid leak can be a dangerous thing. A slow leak can lead to a low fluid level which can overheat your hydraulic oil or pump and if it leaks for a long time can lead to a lack of fluid pressure and unpredictable machine movements. A fast leak can cause a huge…
Read MoreCan you drive with a cracked head gasket? Everything You Need to Know
Most of the time, trouble with your vehicle’s head gasket starts out as a small crack before it is fully blown. Overtime, those cracks will widen if they aren’t dealt with properly, leading to further damage and pricier repairs.That’s why you should never drive with a cracked head gasket! If you’re worried asking yourself,…
Read MoreWhat Caused Your Radiator Crack and How to Fix it
If you’ve ever cracked your radiator or are currently dealing with a leak, you might be wondering what you can do to prevent it from happening again. Before you can start addressing a solution or adapting your behavior, you need to understand what can cause a radiator to crack in the first place. From primary…
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