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Acura RSX high-idle diagnosis showing throttle body, vacuum leak, IACV and scan-tool data

What Causes an Acura RSX to Idle Too High?

A warm Acura RSX should not remain at 1,500 or 2,000 RPM. Diagnose vacuum leaks, throttle operation, IACV control and PCM sensor data before adjusting anything.

FAQ : Debunking the Myth of Nitrous

Nitrous Oxide or (NOS) as its commonly known to enthusiasts is something that isn't new to combustion engines by any stretch of the imagination....
Digital multimeter measuring voltage drop between a car battery terminal and starter cable under load

How to Perform an Automotive Voltage-Drop Test

A wire can look clean, pass a continuity test and still fail the moment a starter, fuel pump, cooling fan or headlight...

FAQ : LS1 Rocker Arm Ratios

LS1 rocker arm ratios are fairly standard across the board, with a 1.7:1 ratio for all the GM GEN III cylinder heads with the...
A fusible link is a short section of specialized wire that protects a vehicle’s high-current circuits. Learn how it differs from a fuse and how to test it.

What Is a Fusible Link? Fusible Link vs. Fuse Explained

A fusible link is a short section of specially designed wire that protects a vehicle’s high-current electrical circuits. If excessive current flows...
6.5-inch and 6x9-inch aftermarket car speakers compared by peak watts and RMS power during a DIY car audio installation.

Your Factory Speakers Might Be Ruining Your Music: Why RMS Power Matters More Than...

A 600-watt speaker isn't necessarily louder than a 300-watt speaker. Here's what car audio companies put on the box, what those numbers...

How To Reset your G35 ECU

Whether you are trying to clear an engine code the hard way, or reset your closed loop fuel values in your ECU, learning how...

Tips to Finding the best body shop

So you've just found yourself involved in a car accident, and it's time to repair your car. If you aren't intending to do the...