Do It Yourself Auto Upgrades

Once upon a time, the only part of a hot rod that mattered was the engine, the horsepower it produced and the time-slip of the car it was installed in. For those too young to remember, this was...

Installing a Blitz Turbo Timer ensures the longevity of the turbo on your car. After an aggressive drive or being driven for a long period, a turbocharger builds up a lot of heat. If the engine is...

As most trucks and many older cars come with leaf spring suspensions from the factory, the debate over which is best has a complicated history. Though coil springs have been around for nearly a...

All-terrain vehicles (ATVs or four-wheelers) can be great fun for cavorting off-road in the woods, a field, even mud pits. The toughness of the vehicle allows you to drive in any type of...

The BMW 325i has been hailed as the premier sport sedan in the world. BMW calls it "The Ultimate Driving Machine." The 325i also comes with a quality audio system of amplifiers, stereo and...

There are wireless backup camera kits which you can use to help avoid accidents and injuries when backing-up. The kit comes with a 3.5 inch wide-angle monitor. The monitor mounts on the dash or on...

The stock boost gauge on a Dodge Stealth is known to be pretty inaccurate, delivering imprecise readings of the amount of boost being fed into the motor by the turbo. The stock gauge may be...

Thanks to the wonders of modern technology, the task of backing up your vehicle just got a little bit easier. With vehicles getting bigger and having more blind spots, installing a backup camera...

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A turbo boost gauge is a pressure gauge that reads the amount of pressurized air, or boost, that is being delivered to a motor by the turbocharger. A boost gauge is particularly beneficial if a...

Those new to the auto-modification scene often confuse the benefits of installing a new exhaust system with simply replacing the muffler. In truth, only vehicles with restrictive or damaged stock...

K & N air filters are the drop-in equivalent of a high-flow air filter system for most any car or truck. K & N claims that their air filters can produce more horsepower and better gas...

A boost gauge is a useful gauge that reads the amount of boost that is being delivered to a turbocharged engine by the turbo. It can be particularly important on a vehicle that has been modified...

Adding a short shifter to your car can really improve quarter-mile and autocrossing times. It also gives your car a more nimble feel, which makes the car more enjoyable to drive. In this case, the...

I just bought a new to me 2002 Chrysler Town and Country minivan. Unfortunately it only came with one key and one keyless entry remote. I needed a second set of keys and remote for other members...

Polishing an intake manifold is a technique that is used to get more horsepower from a car. The insides of most intake manifolds have a rough surface that spoils the flow of air as it enters the...

Porting and polishing an engine's intake manifold is an essential step in optimizing its performance, particularly if it is a modified engine. Porting is the process in which material on the...

A boost gauge is a pressure gauge that reads the amount of air a turbo is forcing into the motor. A boost gauge is useful on an Audi that has been modified to allow the turbocharger to produce...

A boost gauge is a simple pressure gauge that reads the amount of boost (pressurized air) that is being forced into a motor. If a turbocharged car has been modified to produce more boost from the...

If you have a turbocharged car that has been modified or is putting out a lot of boost, a boost gauge is good insurance against excess boost, which can damage the motor. A boost gauge reads the...

One common modification to the popular Jeep Wrangler SUV is adding a snorkel. A snorkel attaches to the engine's air intake and moves the point at which air is captured to wherever the other end...

The 10 bolt Positrac differential is a rear-end differential found stock in IROC-style Chevy Camaros in the early to mid-1990s. The 10 bolt Posi is a slightly smaller version of the much heavier...

Gauge pods are important to those who modify their cars because it allows them to install gauges that give them the ability to monitor every aspect of their motor, whether it be coolant...

Projector headlights for Honda vehicles are typically aftermarket options. Several manufacturers make projector headlights for Hondas. The projector headlight focuses a beam of light onto the...

Installing a boost gauge is recommended if you have modified the turbo on an FD3S-generation Mazda RX7 to produce more boost. A boost gauge is a simple device that reads the boost pressure that...

Installing a boost gauge is recommended when increasing the boost levels on a turbocharged car. A boost gauge is a relatively simple gauge that reads the boost pressure produced by a turbocharger....

Installing lowering springs is a popular modification to many cars and trucks, because the lower height looks good and performs well. The process of installing the springs should take about an...

The wood trim siding on old station wagons is almost iconic. However, it's also dated. The wood trim siding on most wagons is secured to the body using a heat-sensitive backing. This backing must...

Stock rocker arms feature a metal tip that slides against the tip of the pushrod. This sliding motion creates friction, which reduces the amount of power generated by the engine that reaches the...

The last part of a stereo upgrade tends to be the speakers. The stereo deck gets replaced, the amplifier gets installed and then the speakers. Speakers are however, the key to a complete and...

Do you have a car that's paid for and works great but getting tired of the same ole everyday look. I'm going to show you some tips to make you car look like new for the price of maybe one car note!!!

When upgrading a Jeep's audio system, there are three areas you need to address: the stereo system, the amplifier and the speakers. The stock speakers in the door panels of a Jeep are limited in...

If you're looking to add a little flair to your vehicle, or to enhance existing neon lighting accents, you may be interested in LED washer nozzles. These little accessories can be just the face...

A short air intake is a nice first addition to a car that you are beginning to modify for performance. Short air intakes provide increased airflow to the engine by offering more free-flowing air...

The Acura Integra does not come with HID headlights. HID lights are a high intensity discharge headlight system. The HID systems found in some luxury vehicles use a special ballast to generate the...

Most newer vehicles are equipped with seatbelt warning chimes. Toyotas are no exception. The seat belt warning chime can easily be disabled. Disabling the alarm is not illegal, in fact, the...

Accessorizing your car or truck is a popular hobby to add style and flair to your vehicle. In addition to visual appeal, you can add an exhaust tip to your exhaust system to add an auditory...

The catalytic converter on your Audi A4 is a crucial part of the car's emissions system. It is situated between the exhaust header and the end of the exhaust that exits the car. Its job is to...

Holley carburetors are among the most widely used and recognizable high-performance carburetors on the market. The Chevy 350's stock Rochester was design to provide smooth operation for day-to-day...

A gas-to-electric car conversion is an involved process that requires extensive knowledge of car mechanics. If you are interested in converting a car, you should consider several key areas while...

Installing a larger bore throttle body on a 1986 to 1993 Ford Mustang 5.0 is a popular and easy upgrade. A larger diameter throttle body lets more air into the motor quicker, thereby increasing...

The function of wheel spacers is to push the wheels farther away from the body of the Mercedes they are mounted on. This results in a wider track, which in turn improves stability and handling and...

Stock exhaust systems generally do an acceptable job of cleaning the tailpipe emissions, silencing engine noise and moving hot gases away from the engine. However, many people have found a good...

The shifter knob on a manual transmission equipped Saturn is the plastic- or leather-covered knob atop the shift lever that allows the driver to change gears. If your shift knob is worn, you may...

Factory exhaust systems can be restrictive to exhaust flow, and aftermarket systems can be expensive. For those who desire the greatest possible exhaust flow for their car without the cost of...

Learning to paint cars is a useful skill for almost anyone. You can get into the business or hobby of painting cars and be able to paint your own car. You don't have to be a professional painter...

Having a car painted by a professional automotive paint is not cheap. Even an inexpensive paint job can cost several hundred dollars, plus the cost of the materials. There are ways to save money...

Window tinting can add both style and sophistication to your car. Do-it-yourself auto window tinting is a tedious task, but if done carefully can yield impressive results. One place people try to...

Installing a set of performance headers on a 1994 to 1995 Ford Mustang GT is a common modification. Not only do headers free up more power, but they sound terrific and let the V8 engine's exhaust...

Window tinting is often installed on cars and homes. People tint their windows because it reduces heat from the sun, provides protection from ultraviolet radiation and improves privacy, safety and...