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Nuts and Bolts – How to Torque Fasteners

When you are assembling a motor or new engine components, torquing the bolts and nuts to the manufacturer's specification is very important. Bolts like...

FAQ : How to Modify Your 2G 4G63 MAF

If you are running rich with a slightly modified DSM, a cheap and easy way to help lean things back out is with the...

How To Test a Honda Odyssey Ignition Coil

Issues with your Honda Odyssey Ignition Coil can lead to ignition misfire and lack of power. When your spark plugs aren't getting the signals or...

How To Build a MBC

Manual boost controllers are as old as the technology of turbocharging but every bit as useful as they were in Day 1. What the...

Car Wiring Guide – Essential Tools

Whether you are installing a car stereo, repairing an engine harness or upgrading your car computer, car wiring is an important part of the...
Editorial illustration of a compact four-cylinder hybrid powertrain representing Toyota’s new 1.5-liter engine development.

Toyota’s New 1.5-Liter Hybrid Engine Has a Turbo Option—and a Bigger Job Than Saving...

Toyota’s new 1.5-liter hybrid engine family includes a turbo option, but the bigger story is integrated powertrain development and flexible vehicle packaging.
Heavy-duty diesel pickup connected to a loaded car hauler while the owner checks trailer hitch height, safety chains and towing equipment.

DIY Diesel Truck Towing Guide: 10 Mistakes That Can Destroy Your Truck, Trailer, or...

Diesel torque makes towing look easy, but payload, tongue weight, hitch setup, and trailer sway can turn a simple trip into an expensive mistake. Our DIY guide explains ten towing problems every truck owner should understand before hooking up.

FAQ – Honda Engine Codes and Specs

What Honda Engine is in my car?? It can seem like an odd question, but it's one we're asked on a very frequent basis. And...