Rough Running Engine Let us not forget that the engine runs rough condition can be caused by basic car problems. Many times professional and do it yourself auto mechanics start searching for answers in the vehicles high tech areas. In many cases, the...

Wheel Alignment Rack This page is about front-end alignments and why it is so hard to get a good one. Even though this is not a do it yourself auto repair, it’s good to know what you’re up against to actually receive a quality wheel alignment. Many...

My ASE patches Car mechanics need your opinion. I finished another round of taking ASE tests. I am currently certified in a grand total of 14 different areas. I also have 2 more that I let lapse (collision repair and compressed natural gas) because...

Denso Spark Plugs Replacing spark plugs has always been a favorite task of do-it-yourself auto mechanics. The interesting thing about this maintenance operation is that on some vehicles it is fun and easy. On other automobiles the task is extremely...

3.8 L automotive engine The new automotive engines on the market today have gone through a lot of changes compared to engines installed just a decade ago. This new wave of engines is designed to meet the performance and fuel efficiency that the...