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Car Aftermarket Options

Upgrade your car, truck or SUV with great aftermarket option advice from eHow’s automotive experts. Parking in a sketchy neighborhood and want to protect that new car stereo? Install a car alarm and keep thieves at bay. Sick of getting lost? Mount a car GPS system on the dash and navigate any town or neighborhood. From rims and hydraulics to car DVD players and sunroofs, eHow’s got the How Tos to make pimping your ride simple.

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  • Roof Rack Installation Instructions

    Installing a roof rack correctly is important especially for those long trips when it would be a lot of trouble to stop in the middle of the highway to fix it. Roof racks vary according to brand...

  • How to Make a Truck a Convertible

    For decades, people have loved the convertible vehicle. There's nothing quite like driving down the open road with the wind in your hair, and the sun shining down. But not every car is available...

  • How to Install Dodge Clearance Lights

    Overhead clearance lights are used mainly on larger vehicles that haul trailers. Kits are now available so that you can add these to your Dodge truck. Recon and Putco are two retailers that...

  • How to Install a PT Cruiser Roof Rack

    A roof rack is a convenient thing to have on your car, because it gives you the ability to carry heavier loads on top of the vehicle, as well as put larger items there as well. The installation...

  • How to Make Your Own Pickup Truck Rack

    Many car enthusiasts prefer to fabricate their own unique parts rather than buy prefabricated parts from big retailers. Custom parts are a way for owners to invoke their personal interests and...

  • How to Put Up a Car Canopy

    A car canopy can help protect your vehicle from the elements, and such canopies come in different sizes for whichever size vehicle you have. They can come in different shapes, and reading their...

  • How to Install a Roof Rack

    Having a roof rack on your sedan, wagon or SUV can be pretty convenient. You can put bicycles, suitcases or moving equipment on top of the vehicle, saving space on the inside and having more room...

  • Difference Between Moon Roof & Sun Roof

    Sunroofs and moonroofs have been popular options on cars for years, but the terms still confuse people. Understanding the difference between the two is surprisingly easy.

  • How to Remove Headliner in Ford Taurus

    The headliner in a Ford Taurus is glued to the roof of the car in the cabin. It's also held in place by the trim around the outside of the vehicle. Since the headliner can easily be damaged, take...

  • How to Choose Roof Racks for a Subaru Forester

    Side roof racks and crossbars on a Subaru Forester add cargo space for many sport equipments and luggage. Skies, snowboards, kayaks and bikes can all be transported on the roof racks of a Subaru...

  • How to vinyl a Cars Roof top

    This article is about "How to vinyl your roof top of a car". The bigger the car, the more you will use. This makes your car look more sporty by using flat black or more luxury by using...

  • How to assemble an Everthere cargo carrier bag

    Today, I will be installing a cargo carrier bag from Everthere. This bag sits on your roof rack and can be used to store your belongings. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.

  • How to Make a Hardtop Into a Convertible

    There's just something about driving a convertible. The feel of the wind whipping through your hair is intoxicating. But unfortunately, not every car comes with a ragtop option, and that's where...

  • How to Install a Camper Air Conditioner

    Air conditioning units for motor homes and campers have been standardized to fit into 14 x 14-inch vent openings on the RV's roof. They accept three-phase alternating current and can be installed...

  • How to Convert a Minivan Camper

    Minivans make excellent choices for camper conversions, as their small size and economy work to their advantage. The most famous of all minivan conversions is the notorious Volkswagen Transporter...

  • Removing a Honda SUV Rack

    If your Honda CRV or SUV has a roof rack with cross bars and you want to remove it, you'll have to take off the cross bars first. These cross bars slide up and down the rack using a screw clamp on...

  • Aftermarket Pontiac Sunroof Installation

    When installing a sunroof in a Pontiac, you must be aware of few things. First, the Pontiac has a roofing support in the roof, right in the middle of the vehicle. For most sunroof installations...

  • How to Install Yakima Roof Racks

    Roof racks are highly adaptable, allowing you to tow bikes, kayaks and storage containers on the exterior of your car. Unfortunately, it takes a bit of doing to get your car ready for towing....

  • How to install off-road lights onto a Toyota FJ Cruiser

    Off road lights make your truck look more rugged, more tough, and can take a good beating. But not only can it make your truck look rugged, it also provides extra lighting. So let's get started on...

  • How to Build a Spare Tire Carrier for a Roof

    A roof top spare tire carrier can really be a handy thing to have on an off road vehicle. You never know when you'll need a new tire, and if you are in some heavy terrain, you can't rely on those...

  • How Does a Sunroof Work?

    A sunroof on a car functions with a small motor hidden under the hood of the car and connected to the control mechanism by cables. The roof itself is attached to tracks on each side that it slides...

  • About Sunroofs

    A sunroof is a type of automobile window that is located on the top of the cab. They have the ability to be opened and may be operated mechanically or manually. Sunroofs come standard in several...

  • How to Install RV Air Conditioners

    Air conditioners in RVs operate according to the same principles that guide a window-mounted RV in a regular home. You simply need to mount the air conditioner securely, ensure that the wiring is...

  • How to Mount a Snowboard Rack on a Car

    A roof rack is a great investment for any snowboarder. Transporting snowboards in the interior of the car can cause scratches or water damage from melting snow. In addition, boarding equipment...

  • How Do Car Sun Roofs Work?

    A sunroof is a large, usually plexiglass, covering that is in the roof of the car. Not all cars have sunroofs. It is usually an optional feature that the owner can choose if they would like or...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Plymouth Neon

    Installing a sunroof in a Plymouth Neon requires a steady hand and special tools to achieve an open driving experience and better ventilation. A sunroof in a Plymouth Neon can be up to 17 inches...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Plymouth Voyager

    Getting the benefits of a sunroof without the costly installation charge is a major project on the Plymouth Voyager. The largest roof available for the Plymouth Voyager is 22 inches wide and 38...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Pontiac Bonneville

    Installing a sunroof in the Pontiac Bonneville is easier than in many vehicles but still requires special tools and precision cutting skills. The Pontiac Bonneville can hold a 24 inch wide by 40...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Pontiac Grand Am

    Opening up the interior with a sunroof in a Pontiac Grand Am also helps with ventilation and the overall appeal of the car. Installing a sunroof in a Pontiac Grand Am requires removing a cross...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Pontiac Grand Prix

    Installing an aftermarket sunroof in the Pontiac Grand Prix takes special tools and a steady hand and requires removing or modifying the roof brace. The maximum size roof for the Pontiac Grand...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Saturn VUE

    Installing a sunroof in a Saturn VUE is a difficult process because of the ribbed roof. Putting a sunroof in a Saturn VUE requires special tools and expert metal cutting skills. The Saturn VUE is...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Saturn Ion

    Installing a sunroof in a Saturn Ion requires a steady hand and special tools along with removal of the dome light. A sunroof in a Saturn Ion can be up to 20 inches wide and 32 inches long....

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Toyota Camry

    Installing a sunroof in a Toyota Camry provides better ventilation and a roomier feeling in the cabin. Putting a sunroof in a Toyota Camry requires removing a roof brace, precision cutting skills...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Toyota Highlander

    Installing a sunroof in a Toyota Highlander is a much easier project than most vehicles. The maximum size flip up sunroof for a Toyota Highlander is 24 inches wide and 42 inches long. Installing a...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Toyota Tacoma

    The Toyota Tacoma truck is a great candidate for an aftermarket sunroof as long as off-road driving isn't part of its regular use. Installing a sunroof in the Toyota Tacoma requires special tools...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Toyota Tundra

    Installing a sunroof in a Toyota Tundra adds better ventilation and comfort during a long drive. The maximum size sunroof for a Toyota Tundra is 17 inches wide and 46 inches long. Installing a...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a VW Jetta

    Installing a sunroof in the VW Jetta requires special tools and precise cutting skills. The VW Jetta can hold a sunroof up to 17 inches wide and 32 inches long. Installing a sunroof in a VW Jetta...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a VW Passat

    Installing a sunroof in a VW Passat requires a steady hand and special tools. A sunroof in a VW Passat can be up to 17 inches wide and 31 inches long and makes the driving experience more...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a VW Beetle

    Installing a sunroof in a VW Beetle provides better ventilation and a sporty appearance. Putting a sunroof in a VW Beetle requires special tools and precision metal cutting skills. The maximum...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Geo Tracker

    Installing a sunroof in a Geo Tracker may seem redundant considering the back of the vehicle is convertible. Putting a sunroof in the Geo Tracker allows better ventilation and offers an open-air...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a GMC Sierra

    Installing a sunroof in a GMC Sierra adds better ventilation and comfort during a long drive. The maximum size sunroof for a GMC Sierra is 22 inches wide and 42 inches long. The largest roof...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Honda Accord

    The Honda Accord comes in coupe and sedan versions and a sunroof is available in both. Installing a sunroof in a Honda Accord requires precision cutting skills and special tools. Both versions of...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Honda Prelude

    Installing a sunroof in a Honda Prelude provides better ventilation and a roomier feeling in the cabin. Putting a sunroof in a Honda Prelude requires precision cutting skills and special tools....

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Honda CR-V

    Installing an aftermarket sunroof in the Honda CR-V takes special tools and a steady hand. Placing a new sunroof in the Honda CR-V requires removing or modifying the roof brace. The maximum size...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Hyundai Sonata

    Opening up the interior with a sunroof in a Hyundai Sonata also helps with ventilation and the overall appeal of the car. Installing a sunroof in a Hyundai Sonata requires removing a cross brace...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Hyundai Santa Fe

    Installing a sunroof in a Hyundai Santa Fe adds better ventilation and an open top feel. Putting a sunroof in the Hyundai Santa Fe requires precision and special tools. The maximum size for a...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Kia Spectra

    Adding a sunroof to a Kia Spectra makes driving more comfortable and improves ventilation. Installing a sunroof in a Kia Spectra requires special tools and precision cutting skills. Removing a...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Lincoln Navigator

    Most Lincoln Navigator models have a factory sunroof but for those that don't, adding one gives a factory feel and better ventilation. Installing a sunroof in the Lincoln Navigator requires...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Mazda6

    Installing a sunroof in a Mazda6 requires a steady hand and special tools and offers the open-air driving experience without the severe wind buffeting of a convertible. A sunroof in a Mazda6 can...

  • How to Install a Sun Roof in a Mercury Cougar

    The simplicity of the roof design on the Mercury Cougar makes installing a sunroof less prone to problems than many cars. Installing a sunroof on a Mercury Cougar requires special tools and...

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