Auto Mechanics

Manual transmissions last much longer than their automatic counterparts; however, over time they too become worn down, and certain parts will need replacing. One of the problems which manual...

Control arms are an integral part of your car's suspension system that can become seriously damaged in situations where they are hit by a sudden force, such as driving on extremely rugged terrain...

Changing the ball joints on your Honda Civic on your own can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars in labor and installation costs that you would be forced to pay at an auto mechanic. In...

With an older vehicle, or just one that has gone through a lot of hard use, the ball joints tend to wear out. Replacing the ball joints can be a little tricky, but it's definitely something that...

Converting a manual transmission to an automatic is much simpler than converting an automatic to manual. This is a project that requires many parts and a strong mechanical aptitude. The brake...

With so many vehicles on the road, there is a growing need for mechanics in specialties including light vehicles, diesel, and hybrid and electric cars. Becoming a mechanic doesn't happen...

Learning car mechanics can be a rewarding way to save money. With the cost of labor rising for professional mechanic shops, a "do-it-yourself" approach can give you the confidence to troubleshoot...

The condition of the heads should be determined before taking them to the machine shop. By doing this first it can be determined if they are rebuildable and if it is cost effective as opposed to...

You can build a basic Engine Dyno or dynamometer to help you test the efficiency of your engine in a few steps. This is not a simple process, but with attention to detail and some skills with...

Repairing an engine head usually actually means replacing it, and while replacing the head is not incredibly difficult, it usually means something else has gone wrong as well.

Building a car engine from scratch takes time and patience---and you should also have an experience mechanic to help you with this venture. Building a car engine entails more than just throwing...

The rear main seal in an automobile engine is located directly behind the rearmost main bearing journal of the crankshaft. Its job is to keep the oil that sloshes around in the crankcase and oil...

Building an internal combustion engine requires that you have at least basic mechanical knowledge. When working with 4-stroke internal combustion engines, you must understand four systems: intake,...

This article is intended to give a complete procedure for the rebuilding of a Ford 5.0 or 302 cubic inch engine. Follow these procedures in their entirety and the finished product will be as good,...

Building a Ford 302 engine for high performance takes time and money. Buy only the the parts listed, as these are designed for high RPMs. The RPM range for this application is up to 8000 RPMs. To...

This article is directed toward the individual with a basic mechanical knowledge and will provide the most important information and steps to the successful rebuilding of a Chevy engine. Following...

Few cars on the street command as much attention as a car with a 6-71 supercharger sticking up through the hood. From the mind-boggling power and response to the awesome looks and sounds, it's...

Want to replace a timing belt on a 2003 Dodge Stratus with a 2.4 4cylinder engine? I will show you how easily this is done!

The most common problem with cruise control systems is failure to engage and failure to maintain a set speed. Depending on the year and model of the vehicle, special tools such as a volt meter and...

The Volkswagen air-cooled engine is one of the most popular combustion engines used around the world today. The production of the air-cooled engine ended on December 27, 2005. Production ended due...

Changing a timing belt requires a knowledgeable professional, as the difficulty ratings on timing belts are for "A" or "B" mechanics. Also, timing belt replacement procedures are different for...

A Hemi is different from other truck engines because of its internal combustion. The term "Hemi" comes from the engine's hemispherical form and is a trademark term of the Chrysler Corporation. The...

So you want some super-horsepower? Many people think you can just “bolt on” a supercharger or a blower. Sure, you can do that--chances are, you might make one pass down the strip. You might...

Replacing a differential carrier, changing bearings or a ring and pinion can be a challenging process. Adjusting it to just right for a long life and quiet operation is the most difficult part of...

Transmission Rebuilding can be done three ways: "Bench building" where you take your unit out of your truck and haul that to a service shop, or overhauled in your own shop if you have...