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Vintage cars to concept vehicles, microcars to monster trucks, eHow shares the car enthusiast’s passion for all things automotive. Whether you’re looking to add hydraulics to your car and attend a low rider show or you’re just wondering how to get a personalized license plate, eHow’s got scores of great car enthusiast How Tos. Want to make some extra cash doing what you love? eHow can even show you how to buy, restore and sell a vintage car.

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How to Get Parts for a Replica Car

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Replica cars require a bit more investigation than buying parts for other cars. With a replica car, the goal is to get the exact part. Sometimes it is possible to replace engine parts for your replica car with used parts, but you will probably ... more »

How to Identify Old Car Logos

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Each automobile manufacturer has a specific logo for its products. For instance, Chevrolet uses a bow tie, and Jeep uses its own grill. Most logos would be recognizable even without the name of the manufacturer, and many have interesting histories... more »

How to Install a Car Induction Kit

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An induction kit is used to expand the air intake into your engine and increase the horsepower of your car. The kit is basically a cone-shaped filter, which you install near the engine's air inlet: the original air intake system is removed and ... more »

How to Install a Custom Gear Knob in a Car

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A custom gear knob makes a snazzy final touch to a classic car, and can give a custom ride that extra bit of personality. You can find a custom gear knob in any shape and size, choosing from thousands of different designs. Most of them are a ... more »

How to Install an Aftermarket Car Navigation System

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A navigation system is a helpful and easy-to-use addition to your car's dashboard, especially if you spend a lot of time traveling through unfamiliar areas. Some car manufacturers offer them as part of a vehicle's standard options, but for those ... more »

How to Install License Plates

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Remain calm. You can do this, and it shouldn't take much longer than screwing in a lightbulb... more »

How to Install Performance Intercoolers on a Car

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As you increase the power of your turbocharged car, you also increase the need for performance intercoolers. A high-performance intercooler cools and increases the airflow from the turbo into the engine compartment, allowing your car to perform ... more »

How to Learn Low Rider Lingo

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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 »

How to Locate Local Modified Car Enthusiasts

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Locating other local modified car enthusiasts not only gives you a group of like-minded enthusiasts, but can also help you learn more about modified cars. This could include sharing ideas for modification, modified car events and gatherings or ... more »

How to make money with car advertisements

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Every now and then you may see a car covered in advertisements drive by, chances are, the person driving that car is either getting paid for driving that car, or is having it provided to them (often including insurance and gas!). If you are like ... more »

How to make Your Rims or Alloys Shine Forever

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this is a very easy way of maintaining your rim or alloy dust or particle free.. more »

How to Protect a Microcar

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A microcar is an environmentally safe vehicle that deserves protecting. The three wheel design and the fact that most are encapsulated make it imperative to protect and care for your microcar. Not all car care products are good to use on your ... more »

How to Restore a 1949 Chevy Half Ton Pick-Up Truck

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Many people who enjoyturning a wrench and working on their own vehicles have always wanted to undertake a project vehicle, like a 1949 Chevy half-ton pickup truck. The big question will be how to find that vehicle and how to get the parts to ... more »

How to Align the Frame of a Custom Car

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If you bring a custom car to life, you must have the right tools and knowledge to make a straight frame in order to make the finished product a success. After all, the frame of your custom car is the skeleton onto which you will build the rest of ... more »

How to Align Wheels on Custom Cars

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Aligning the wheels of your car is all about adjustments of angles. The reason you want to adjust the alignment of your wheels is to increase the life of your tires. Also, you want to make sure your car tracks straight and doesn't veer. Aligning ... more »

How to Become a CASCAR Race Official

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Formed on September 12, 2006, CASCAR is a Canadian auto racing series. It was created through a joint partnership between NASCAR and Canadian Tire, the leading automotive parts store in Canada. CASCAR follows all the rules and policies created by ... more »

How to Body-Drop or Channel a Truck

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Body-dropping, or channeling, a truck involves cutting out the bottom of your vehicle and dropping it down. This takes a lot of cutting and a little welding, but with some basic supplies and extra time, you can body-drop your truck. The look is ... more »

How to Buy a Classic Aussie Muscle Car

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Classic Australian muscle cars are popular among collectors Down Under, taking their place alongside American and British counterparts as a dream item. Known more commonly as the Aussie muscle classic, the term encompasses several brands and ... more »

How to Buy a Hearse at a Car Show

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So you need a car and you're thinking of buying a hearse. It can be an interesting conversation-starter, and, as a mode of transportation, a hearse has a lot of room to carry whatever you want. A car show is a great place to find one... more »

How to Buy a Hillman Minx

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The Hillman Minx was one of the best liked British cars of the pre- and post-war era. The Rootes group produced the Hillman Minx in various models over a period that lasted almost four decades. The cars are widely available today, but if you're ... more »

How to Buy a Marmon V-16 Town Car

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The Marmon V-16 Town car is a priceless piece of automobile history. With its long, sleek lines and understated elegance, it is luxury personified. Built in the 30's, it featured an engine made of aluminum capable of 200 horsepower... more »

How to Buy a Microcar at a Car Show

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A microcar is an extremely little car that is usually shorter than 3 meters. Some microcars are small enough to lift by hand if you are trying to park in a tight spot. These cars were originally designed to save money on fuel and material. ... more »

How to Buy a Modified Car

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A modified car is a vehicle that has been changed or upgraded from its original form. The upgrades could be exclusively cosmetic or consist of performance upgrades. Modified cars are often sought out because the changes usually add value to the ... more »

How to Buy a Muscle Car at a Car Show

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Car shows and muscle cars go together like peanut butter and jelly. Some car afficionados bring their rides just to show off. Others use car shows as an extremely efficient means to advertise a car they are trying to sell. If you are in the ... more »

How to Buy a Rat Rod

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Rat rods are usually low-budget vehicles custom built by the owner. Unlike expensive show cars with flashy exteriors, the rat rod often looks rough and unfinished. When you're shopping for this type of vehicle, you will undoubtedly see a lot of ... more »