Auto Mechanics

Buick automobiles, especially the Regal and the Century, have been the subject of several recalls since the mid-1980s, but very few are due to general engine problems and none due to specific...

Having a leaky oil pan means that you're dripping oil on your driveway, and if left unchecked, you'll run out of oil and damage the engine. Replacing the oil pan isn't a difficult task, but it...

When Volkswagen introduced the New Beetle, it sparked a styling trend in making old vehicles new again. But as the cars get older, things need to be fixed. A leaky oil pan can lead to a loss in...

The valve cover has an important job for the engine: It keeps the valves protected and lubricated. If the valve cover gasket goes out, then the valve cover will leak out oil, potentially damaging...

Rebuilding the engine cylinder head on your car is an involved process that requires attention to detail. However, working systematically and focusing on one part of the job at a time, you can...

This can be a daunting task for some but if a person is rightfully equipped with the knowledge and the right tools then they should be able to tackle it.

The most common way an outboard gets water into the combustion chamber is through a leaky head gasket. If you find it early much damage and expense can be avoided. Here's an easy way to tell......

Oil leaks get unsightly, messy, and costly. Checking oil and adding a quart only to drip out all over is not good for the environment or for your wallet. heres the how to on fixing that leaking...

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.

Changing a cylinder head or even just the head gasket on a vehicle can be quite challenging. There can be many hoses, electrical connections, and various engine accessories in the way. If you...

The oil pan is often a place of engine oil leakage. Spots on the drive way, buying a quart a week, thats crazy! Cut back on spending needlessly and fix the oil leak at home!

We have all heard this term in relation to our own reaction to something that may upset us. The same is true for any engine. If something upsets the engine mechanically, it may blow a head gasket....

Reinstalling the differential cover is very easy to do. However, all steps should be followed precisely so that the gasket is installed correctly and the cover is properly seated.

Changing that EGR Valve!

This will explain how to adjust the valves on an Acura Integra / 3rd gen Prelude with a 2.0 motor.

Working under the hood of your car can often lead to stress. However, seating a valve cover is a job you can do under the hood of your car and enjoy yourself. Replacing a valve cover yourself can...