Car Aftermarket Options

The 2000 Chevrolet Malibu's engine horsepower can be increased with simple, bolt-on parts that maximize air flow and raise the amount of ignition power. Higher heat range spark plugs, open element...

Custom cars are called "custom" for a reason. That's because they require a lot of custom fabrication and work to achieve the end goal. When building a performance car, there may be occasions...

Using my instructions anyone will be able to remove their old stock car radio and install a new car audio player without taking it somewhere and having to pay for the labor for someone else to do it.

Installing new speakers into a Toyota Corolla, including the removal of the current speakers, is a bit more difficult than with other vehicles. This is because the speakers in a Corolla are more...

Finding the right combination of speaker wires can be difficult when you're dealing with unmarked, after market wire. Here is a simple solution.

Aftermarket audio systems are popular among drivers who are looking to improve the sound quality in their cars. The difficulty of connecting a new audio system can vary, depending on if you are...

One of the key components to a quality engine build is a good set of ignition wires. Without them, you don't get a decent spark, and you could lose horsepower. Sometimes you may need to customize...

Car theft is a massive problem worldwide, and it's getting worse. Car alarms play a large role in preventing such crimes by alerting passers-by that your car is being broken into, potentially...

So you've got your speakers, subwoofer, amplifier and head unit for your Volkswagen Jetta MK III. Now what? Installing a complete stereo in a car usually isn't as daunting a challenge as it...

Off road lighting is a great way to improve visibility for your vehicle. Lighting options are available from mild to long-range spot lights. Most options are also available in low- and high-beam...

To install a new car radio, you first need to remove the old one, meaning you must detach all trim panels and bezels from the dashboard before pulling out the receiver and its electrical...

The fog lights on a BMW E36 are an important aspect of the car's lighting system, particularly if you live somewhere where the weather is often foggy and or rainy. Owners also often elect to...

Malloy Ignition's HYFIRE 6A box is a digital ignition control that increase the engine's power output, improves throttle response and provides quicker acceleration. Whereas a traditional ignition...

Upgrading your stock radio to an aftermarket model is one of the best things that you can do for the overall sound of your vehicle. One tool that is necessary for installing a new stereo is a...

tired of fooling with a bunch of crazy wiring to make emergency lights work. well im going to teach you a easy way that they work.

Connecting the wiring for a car stereo depends a lot on how the stereo's wiring is set up. If it has an electrical connector that will work with your particular vehicle, connecting it is easy....

When installing a new stereo into a car, the wiring connections are vital. If the stereo came with an electrical connector adapter for your model, this isn't a big problem. If not, you need to...

Each light system has three wires. The red wire will be connected to a 12-volt source. The yellow wire will be connected to the rear light wire of the vehicle. The black wire will be connected to...

Your car stereo is the control center of the music that is being produced out of the speakers. One way to take your car's sound to the next level is to replace the stock stereo with an aftermarket...

Although car stereo salespeople make the art of stereo installation look easy, the task involves a number of specialized tools. Many of these tools are readily available, but new installers may...

The most simple way to wire emergency lights to your vehicle. You will learn how to run the wires to the fuse box and place a toggle switch to power the lights on and off

Are you a Police Officer wanting to wire emergency lights to your personal vehicle? A Volunteer Fireman putting strobes on your pickup truck? Someone who just wants flashing lights on your car for...

Upgrading your car stereo can transform the overall sound of your system and bring you depth that a stock stereo may not be able to offer. The wiring of your car stereo is the conduit for the...

The Chevrolet S-10 pickup truck was built from 1982-2004 with a variety of power plants, including the 2.5- and 2.2-liter four-cylinder engines and the 2.8- and 4.3-liter V6 engines. Most of these...

Are you wanting to add some bass to your ride or make your ride sound like a live concert? Here are steps to install subs in your vehicle.

HID headlights are so cool. I think they are way better then the original headlights. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.

Are you wanting to replace your factory radio with a new radio? Here are the steps to get the radio you want in your vehicle.

A remote starting system includes a transmitter for sending a start signal, and a control module for receiving the start signal and starting the vehicle. The control module is wired into the...

Cargo vans and box trucks can lack adequate interior lighting, and installing extra lights can be as simple as adding to the existing system or as complex as creating an independently switched...

Step by step how to install an overhead monitor

Many external speakers in an audio system require a great deal of power to provide the desired sound at the desired volume. What takes the incoming music and increases its power is the amplifier....

Now that we have our trailer hitch installed in the Volvo XC-90, we can install the wiring harness. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.

Now that we have our trailer hitch installed in the Volvo S-40, we can install the wiring harness. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.

Now that we have our trailer hitch installed in the Honda Odyssey, we can now install the wiring harness. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.

Now that we have our trailer hitch installed in the Chevy Aveo, we can now install the wiring harness. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to continue.

With very few exceptions, it is possible to install an aftermarket CD player into a vehicle with a factory amplifier. To do so is simply a matter of using the CD player's RCA outputs to send...

A car alarm is an excellent way to protect your vehicle and its contents. Many newer vehicles are equipped with an alarm from the factory, but for those that are not, it is possible to add one...

Kill switches are effective deterrents to both theft and vandalism, though kill switch kits seem to steadily increase from already high prices. With some simple components, basic electrical...

Remote keyless entry is a feature available from the factory on most new vehicles. For those who have vehicles that are not equipped with keyless entry, it is available as an aftermarket option....

A security killswitch is supposed to help you prevent a car thief from stealing your car. It’s a good idea to have one so your car doesn’t get stolen. So let’s get started, just follow the steps...

A line out converter, or L.O.C., is a device that turns the speaker-level audio signal in a car audio system into a line-level signal that one can connect to an amplifier. This is necessary when...

Eye headlights are some really cool lights. They look great when they light up. They have that halo effect. So let’s get started, just follow the steps below to get started.

A remote starter allows a vehicle's owner to start the vehicle from a remote location, such as a house or office. Remote starters provide a number of important benefits: they allow a vehicle to...

Will give you a brief rundown or what to expect and do when installing a car audio amplifier

Replacing the stock stereo in a Jeep Grand Wagoneer is not difficult, as the SUV has standard radio openings and wiring. It should take the average backyard mechanic about an hour to install a...

Wiring a car stereo is only half the battle. You want to make sure the car stereo has a good sound when you are ready to crank up the volume or at least provide a smooth, rich sound for your...

Choose your universal power door locks. Almost all universal power door locks are sold in kits. Before kit components are installed, the vehicle is inspected. Wire routes are chosen and the...

Installing a remote vehicle starter can be a daunting task. There are many factors that will dictate the level of difficulty including: The make, model, and year of the vehicle; The installers...

Learn to install any after market car stereo Head/Deck unit and avoid paying $100.00 plus for them to do it.

Unless it has batteries or a cigarette lighter adapter, a DVD player installed in your car must be connected to the car's power source. There are usually three different color-coded wires attached...