Customized Cars

An oil dry sump is a lubrication system used in high-performance car engines that uses an external tank to collect oil before it is recirculated throughout the engine. Because the sump is not used...

A pimp ride is loosely defined as a nice car that is customized in any number of ways. These may include expensive large rims, aftermarket exhaust, high flow air filters, modded suspension, tint...

Race cars work and play in a very demanding and harsh environment. It seems that every part on them somehow finds a way to work itself loose. The key is to over-engineer every component. This also...

While most new cars and trucks come from the factory with a glossy finish, a dull, matte paint job can attract attention and give your car a unique, custom look. The procedure for a do-it-yourself...

Setting up the equipment correctly is one of the trickiest parts of doing a paint job yourself. Paint manufacturers typically place simple, easy-to-read directions on their product containers, and...

Vehicles require maintenance to be at their best and many people choose to perform that maintenance themselves. Often these same people choose to give their vehicle a makeover and completely...

Because they are hard and non-porous, metallic surfaces generally do not hold paint very well. If you need to paint car seat springs, you have the added logistical problem of working around items...

The best paint job for a vehicle is only as good as the preparation efforts that the painter took before shooting the color onto the vehicle. Beside quality body work and panel fitment, the primer...

Car detailing is a fine art full of many complexities. However, most of these complexities arise from preparing for the paint process rather than the paint process itself. For example, painted...

A turbo is an addition to automobiles to increase the horsepower of the engine. They are powered by scavenged exhaust gases that turn a turbine. The exhaust turbine is connected to an air pump...

Pearl paint jobs can add flair to your car or other metallic product. While older pearl products were difficult to mix and often available only from custom car shops, Car Tech Books explains that...

Eight-second cars are not easy to build, but when one is seen at the track, it will turn heads. Few eight-second cars exist because generally they are difficult to build and keep well maintained....

You may have seen The Fast and The Furious: Tokyo Drift, or just want a car that you can power slide around a race track. You can build a drift car on nearly any budget, especially if you can...

A mini truck is a small pickup truck. The mini truck customizing trend was popular in the 1980s when a whole slew of compact trucks came on the market, and modifying these diminutive haulers...

Do you want to make your car (in my case a Mustang) into something special? One better question: Want it to be tasteful? Check out these tips on picking a color, and design on striping for your car.

The hobby of customizing cars has been around since the advent of the car itself, and today it's more popular then ever. Whether it's an American hot rod or muscle car, a Japanese sport compact or...

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Just because an auto manufacturer or dealer has covered the back of your car with logos and badges doesn't mean they have to stay there. Whether you dislike the cluttered appearance of multiple...

Saab's are slightly quirky Swedish-built and engineered automobiles. In turbocharged form they're also fast and fun to drive. Like most turbocharged cars, Saab Turbos take well to modifying and...

Cooling a vehicle's engine is a difficult job in the best of circumstances. Given the heat generated by thousands of fiery explosions every minute, the cooling system must be up to the task....

Automobiles have evolved into a portable office for many businessmen. With all of the electronic devices the average person uses, it is no small wonder that the automotive aftermarket is racing to...

In this how to I will walk you through the proper way to install an amplifier in your car.

As the place that you spend a lot of your time, your car's interior is an important part of your life. Customizing your interior is great way to make it your own and also to help set it apart from...

The addition of spoilers and air dams, both front and rear, is the quickest way to give your run-about that 'competition' look. Even though they have little down force effect at speeds that well...

Use this tutorial to help you hook up lots of Neon Lights, L.E.D. Lights, Strobe Lights, LCD Monitors, or pretty much any other items you want in your car. You could even hook up a mirror ball!

If you've got an older vehicle that is still in good running condition but has lost its new-car luster, or if you've been in an accident and done some damage to your paint job, or if you'd just...

Whether they're on a car, truck or even a motorcycle, aluminum parts that have been polished to a mirror-like finish are beautiful to look at and contribute greatly to the overall appearance of...

Custom vans are making a comeback (they were very popular in the '70s and '80s). Vans offer more space and potential if you want a one-of-a-kind vehicle for cruising around town or even throughout...

The ignition system for the internal combustion engine creates a spark that ignites the fuel-air mixture in the engine's cylinders. It must do this exactly at the correct time at several times per...

Anyone who has experience modifying cars knows that speed costs money. Almost all modifications to a car take some outlay of cash, although some cost more than others. By budgeting wisely, though,...

Many people find themselves in the unique predicament of having to tow a car from time to time. Perhaps you are moving to a new home or maybe you just purchased a vehicle that needs to be towed to...

Combining an incredibly small size with a high style and practicality quotient, the Smart Car is an increasingly popular mode of transport in the U.S. Whereas the general population used to turn...

Whether it's by adding horsepower or reducing weight, making a car faster is a popular activity for most car enthusiasts. Whether you have a large budget or a small budget, there are usually...

In original form, some wheels can look rather plain, with a monotone paint scheme and a boring overall look. If you're building a custom car, there are a few ways to go about customizing the...

Aluminum trim is commonly found on cars and trucks. Sometimes it's polished to a deep, mirrorlike shine, but other times it is left in the aluminum's natural, dull finish. If you have any part of...

In their natural state, cast aluminum parts are relatively rough, with a flat silver finish. Aluminum parts, whether they're on a car, a motorcycle or something else entirely, can benefit greatly...

Aluminum Chevy water pumps look fairly plain in their original cast appearance. For those willing to invest a little time and effort, though, aluminum water pumps can be polished to a brilliant...

When customizing a car or truck, it may be necessary to change the size or shape of the windshield. In these cases, a new custom windshield can be ordered through a manufacturer, or the old...

The use of harsh chemicals, such as fix-a-flat products, can severely damage your chrome wheels. The chemicals can cause the wheels to deteriorate and leave the chrome flaky and peeling. If this...

Choosing chrome wheels can be a daunting task. With the increasing popularity of specialty wheels and rims, the options available to consumers are considerable. When purchasing new chrome wheels,...