Many of us have seen the poor soul stranded at roadside with a broken driveshaft hanging down under the vehicle. Perhaps it has even happened to you. To get going again usually means a tow, often an expensive one, to a garage for repairs. Periodic driveline inspections can prevent this from happening. Read More »
Recycle Your Engine?
You have a perfectly serviceable vehicle except for one major problem - the engine is worn out. Read More »
A Clean Engine Compartment Can Pay Dividends
Vehicles owners often spend hours cleaning and waxing the exteriors of their vehicles and time keeping the interiors spice and span. However, they never pop the hood except maybe to check fluid levels. After a few years, the engine compartment becomes a real mess. Fortunately, today’s fuel-injected, electronically controlled engines are whole lot cleaner than the days of the carburetor. Still it is important to keep a clean engine compartment. Read More »
Rebuilt Vrs. Remanufactured Parts
There is a significant difference between REBUILT and REMANUFACTURED parts when you are considering a repair for your vehicle. Many people erroneously believe the two terms to be synonymous, where they actually refer to two different processes. In addition, many states, such as California, require re-registering and/or re-titling of a vehicle when it has received an engine replacement, since the ... Read More »
The Engine Won’t Turn Over. What’s Wrong?
When the engine won't turn over, it is likely one of the following three problems. Read More »
The Effects of Heat on a Vehicle’s Engine and Transmission
Overheated engines are a serious problem. This article provides tips for keeping your vehicle cool and running smoothly. Read More »
The Importance of Timing Belts
Many of today's cars are equipped with a timing belt in place of the old timing chain. The function of this small yet critical part is to keep your engine mechanically "in time." Read More »
When the Engine Warning Light is Lit, Get it Checked Immediately
There are more than 40 reasons why the Check Engine light on a car’s dashboard could come on. Some are major and some are not, but because each can affect engine life efficiency and performance, motorists should investigate them all. Read More »
Why Engines Burn Oil
This article explains why it is that vehicles burn more oil than they need to and how to resolve the problem. Read More »