Repair Tips

Engine Misfiring: What can cause it? Tracking Down the Problem

02/23/2026

So an engine misfire isn’t just annoying—it’s a warning sign. Beyond the shaky idle and poor gas mileage, ignoring a misfire can lead to expensive repairs. Consequently, misfires reduce gas mileage and increase emissions, which […]

Top Dead Center – Is When the Piston Is at the Top of Its Stroke

02/02/2026

Top Dead Center (TDC) refers to, the point when the piston is at the absolute top of its stroke. So, a piston can be at Top Dead Center (TDC), on the compression stroke or on […]

Torque Specification – Torque To Yield – Torque, Plus Angle

08/06/2025

Without having the proper torque specification, assembling an engine, is just asking for failure. This is especially true, on today’s lightweight engines, that use mostly aluminum castings. So, having the proper torque specification, is crucial […]

Using Torque Wrench to Tighten Torque To Yield Bolts

Torque To Yield Bolts (TTY): What Exactly Are They

11/12/2024

Torque to yield bolts, are exactly what they sound like. So, when tightened, they stretch to the point of yield. Many vehicle manufacturers use torque to yield bolts. Especially, on engines with aluminum heads, and […]

Auto Repair Basics: If You Drive, You Should Learn Basic Repairs

09/01/2024

It can be difficult to make your own car repairs, especially if you don’t know, auto repair basics. So, the first thing you should do is, get your hands on a good, auto repair basics […]

Broken Exhaust Manifold Bolt in Cylinder Head

Broken Bolt : Stud Removing : Can Be A Frustrating Waste Of Time

06/05/2024

Removing broken bolts and studs is never a fun job, and can take more time than you think. Broken bolt and stud removing, can often be a frustrating time waster, with no quick fix available. […]

Motorcycle Spring Tune Up Tips – How To Stay Safe On The Road

04/06/2024

In light of the ensuing motorcycle season, I wanted to bring you some motorcycle spring tune up tips. Above all, before you hit the open road. I know it is still early, But, as the […]

GM 6.6L Duramax Diesel Replacing Head Gaskets

GM 6.6L Duramax Diesel: Choosing The Correct Head Gasket

04/05/2024

So, the GM 6.6L Duramax Diesel, seems to be causing a lot of controversy. Consequently, one big issue is, what is the correct head gasket for this application. As a result, many installers are just […]

Rear Main Rope Seal – Alternatives For Many Older Engines

02/09/2024

Firstly, using a rear main rope seal, is almost a thing of the past. And, has greatly diminished in use. So, the rear main rope seal worked well, in its time. Only, as long as […]

ATV Tech Tips - If An ATV Repair Seems Overwhelming, Get Help

ATV Tech Tips: if an ATV Repair Seems Overwhelming, it Probably is

02/03/2024

ATV tech tips, to help you know when to turn an ATV repair project, over to a professional. Here are three situations, where it’s best to turn an ATV repair, over to an experienced, fair […]

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