Honestly it's pretty much the worst way to end an otherwise uneventful oil change. It doesn't matter if you're working on a customer car or your own pride and joy, a stripped drain plug spells a bad day. Most of the time, drain plugs are striped because an inexperienced neanderthal feels the need to hang … Continue reading Tech Tip Tuesday: Preventing and Repairing a Stripped Drain Plug
"But you dedicated an entire post on how to change your own oil. What gives?" You know WHY to change your oil (right?) and probably when (check your owners manual to be sure), but let's delve into the whys and why-nots of the DIY oil change. I'm not saying you should never change your own … Continue reading Why You SHOULDN’T change your own oil
Air Filters. How complicated can they be? Honestly, not too complicated, but you need to know what to look for in an air filter and know when it should be replaced. There are certain quick lube places and other shops that try to sell you an air filter nearly every time you go there (usually … Continue reading Basics: Air Filter Inspection
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