Tag: DIY
120 Posts
Jun 28, 2019
DIY Mechanic Can Get Started on the Starter
In the world of DIY car projects, starter replacement is a do-able starter project
Mar 09, 2019
AC Compressor Blows a Bunch of Hot Air
There's no joy in this Envoy when the AC is cranky.
Jan 17, 2019
YouTube Is a Good Place to Start for Car-Repair Help
But you'll need some spare time and sandwiches.
Feb 13, 2018
Bad Oil Change Advice Could Damage Your Engine
This friend who claims oil changes are unnecessary is flat-out wrong.
Oct 12, 2017
Which Is Better for Oil Change -- Cold or Warm?
And why are Fruit of the Looms relevant to the question?
Oct 11, 2017
A Saab Story with a Happy Ending: Parts Cars Rule
Everybody's getting rid of their derelict Saabs, and their loss is my gain.
Jun 13, 2017
Why Do the Pros Tighten Everything So Tight?
David uses a breaker bar to loosen his oil filter. Is the Hulk working at his oil change shop, or is this normal?
May 11, 2017
The Toothpaste Cure: Two Paths to Better Headlights
Yes, toothpaste really is useful to clean your headlights, and if that's too weird you can buy a commercial restoration kit. I tried one out, and here's the results.
Mar 16, 2017
Is This Really How a Car's Fan Works?
The low setting on your fan may actually be a high setting that's met some resistance.