Low Riders

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Hydraulic lift kits not only add a "wow" factor to your vehicle, but can improve and protect the suspension system on your car. Hydraulics can be used to lift a hood, trunk, open doors and of course create "hopping" cars... more »
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If while driving out of the dealership in your new ride, you bounce so roughly that you leave the seat for a moment, then you may not be too thrilled. Then again, you may be overjoyed. Making a car bounce not only over curbs, but also as it's ... more »
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There's a growing community of enthusiasts doing all sorts of things to their cars, from adding chrome wheels to hydraulics that make the cars jump. If you want to go the ultimate and have your car dance, here's how... more »
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Among the most colorful and crowd pleasing of collectible cars are vehicles commonly referred to as "lowriders." These unique, ground-hugging lowrider cars have gained a loyal and enthusiastic following nationwide and have spawned many lowrider ... more »
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There's an air of cool to any lowrider car, even one made from the most regular runaround. Buying a lowrider car takes some careful consideration and patience so that you don't end up with a car you can't drive or maintain... more »
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So you've determined you need to upgrade your brake hydraulics to compensate for the new braking system. Installing car hydraulics might seem difficult, but you can do it with a some tools and a little knowledge. Here's how to install car ... more »
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If you're fascinated by the diverse and colorful world of lowrider cars but can't seem to understand the difference between "pimping" and "pimped to the max," or "a head turner" and a "best of show," then it's time to brush up on your lowrider ... more »
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Today, lowrider cars are more than just pavement scraping automobiles. Lowriders have given birth to a culture and an industry complete with its own lingo, style and, of course, car shows. If you want to see some asphalt kissers follow these ... more »
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You will learn the basic math to calculate the overall diameter of you tire and know what tire size you will need when converting to a bigger diameter wheel. There by keeping your speedometer working correctly... more »
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With the market giving over to the EPS systems of the last decade, it's difficult to find the hydraulic steering systems on today's automobiles. You have to know where to look to get what you want. Here is how to find cars with hydraulic steering ... more »
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Low Rider culture is more popular today than ever before. While the Anglo culture of the 1950's was giving birth to the souped up hot-rod, Latino teenagers in Southern California began creating exaggerated and loud symbols of "cool" that rolled ... more »
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In the culture of modified cars and trucks, pushing the limit of the law is part of the fun for drivers. However, you must learn where to draw the line on pimping your low rider, or the only flashing lights you'll see will be coming from the ... more »
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Pressure pulse in the return line is the main source of the hydraulic rattle in cars with power rank and pinion steering. Eliminating hydraulic rattle completely may be impossible at this time but the first step in reducing rattle is proper ... more »
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Identifying and eliminating the power steering noise can be downright maddening if you don't know what's causing it. Determining if your power steering noise is caused by the hydraulic system or some mechanical issue can help. Here are the steps ... more »