You probably wondered if your car’s alternator really charges the battery fast enough when you’re in a hurry. Yes, it does, but there are some things you must know. The alternator can start charging your battery right away when the…
You know that moment when your baby looks super uncomfortable in the car seat, and you can’t figure out why? It happened to me too. I was heading out with my little one when I noticed the straps were just…
You might be struggling with pushing the rear brake caliper piston back in, especially when you don’t have the right tool in hand. I’ve been there myself, stuck in the middle of a brake job, unsure of how to move…
You are driving and start to notice blue smoke, poor engine power, and more oil use than normal. These signs can make you worry. So, how long can you drive with bad piston rings? The real answer is this: you…
You may have heard about the cabin air filter and engine air filter, but you’re not sure what they do or why they matter. Maybe your car feels stuffy inside, or your engine isn’t running as smooth as before. You’re…
You might be working on your brakes and then suddenly realize you don’t have a C-clamp. It can be very stressful, especially if you’re in the middle of changing your brake pads. But don’t worry! You can still compress your…
You might be in the middle of changing your brake pads and suddenly realize you do not have the right tool to push the brake piston back. It can feel frustrating, and you might even think about giving up. But…
You might be wondering if piston ring gaps really need to be split. Maybe you’re rebuilding an engine, or you’re just curious after hearing different answers from friends or online videos. The truth is yes, piston ring gaps should always…
You may be working on your 5.7 Hemi and thinking why your engine is not running smooth. The reason can be wrong piston ring gap. Yes, this little thing can cause a lot of problems like low power, too much…
You may have heard how important the piston ring gap is, but still feel unsure how to measure it correctly. I’ve been there. You do everything else right on your engine build, and still face trouble because the rings weren’t…