It sounds like the opening of a low-budget horror movie: You hear your boat -- and your outboard motor -- are calling you. Whether you have a 300-horsepower monster that weighs in at more than 600 pounds, or a 10-horsepower outboard that weighs a tenth that much, hooking up your outboard goes beyond

Headlamps are, quite naturally, an important component of your vehicle to keep in working condition. Even if you've taken good care of your vehicle over the years, Permatex headlamp lenses can still become foggy and discolored over time. With the right tools, you can restore your Permatex headlamps

The dashboard of the 2000 Saab 9-3 hides many of the vehicle's instruments and devices. The blower motor, the heater core, the instrument cluster panel, and the radio are all contained within the dash. If you wish to reach any of those devices, you will have to pull off the dashboard, part by part.

In 1997, Honda introduced an upgraded trim level of the Accord, known as the Special Edition. The 2000 Honda Accord Special Edition came fitted with a 150-horsepower, 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine with Honda's VTEC system. Honda recommended replacing the engine oil and filter in the 2000 Accord Spe

The cooling system for the Chevrolet 350 engine consists of a water pump, a radiator and a thermostat. It is of vital importance that the cooling system work properly, as a cooling problem can lead not only to an engine which overheats, but also to more serious problems such as a damaged head gasket

Lately, it seems that the world has just been becoming more and more hot every year. There are many towns all over the world and different countries that are showing new record highs for temperature.While you may be able to beat the heat, your car may be taking quite a beating.

Price's Collision Centers formula for success is simple: excellent customer service and quality repairs. Customers who bring their car to Price's Collision Centers expect the work to not only be guaranteed but to also restore ...

Faded auto paint jobs have been around for several decades. This type of paint job was very popular in the early 1990's, even showing up from the factory on some trucks. A faded paint job consists of two different colors, one one top of the vehicle and the other on the bottom, fading into one anothe

With the new technology, shopping became easier not only with clothes and other apparels but also in purchasing a car. But dealing online has also advantages and disadvantages. You just have to be very careful in dealing online sellers.

Stock X2 mini dirt bikes and sport bikes come with a 49 cc gasoline powered 2-stroke or 4-stroke engine. If you are an experienced do-it-yourself mechanic, you have two options for a bigger motor. The first is fitting a 52 cc big-bore kit onto the original crankcase. But you get the best results by

2008 Infiniti G35X models with navigation systems are equipped with a voice recognition system that allows the driver to operate various instruments by speaking commands into the built-in microphone. Only models with a navigation system are equipped with voice control. The audio system in the G35X i

Vehicle recalls can mean anything from a minor glitch to a major safety issue. Knowing whether your car or truck is under recall is very important. Use these links to go straight to the manufacturer's database and find out for sure whether your vehicle needs to be taken in for service under a r

Ford machines are built to provide you with extra power, extra style, and extra comfort. These same features apply to the Ford F150 truck as well. It is a well-known fact that the Ford has built some of the most famous and successful cars since its establishment.

Ball joints can be removed either for replacement or to access other parts in the front axle. While often times ball joints can last the life of the vehicle, driving on rough terrain tends to shorten their lifespan. Removing ball joints requires automotive knowledge to identify parts correctly and p

There are lots of shops that focus on auto frame in Phoenix, so how do you choose the right one? Many people aren't sure which shop to go with, or what a specialized auto body ...

Chipped or scratched paint can significantly reduce the appeal of an automobile's finish, and professional paint jobs can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Fortunately, it's easy to identify the exact color of your car's finish, allowing small blemishes to be fixed with relative ease. This

Has your car been giving you trouble? Costly repairs can be avoided by buying a used-car extended warranty. You may have not thought about this and may only think that you can buy an extended warranty and a car dealership, however that is far from the truth.

A sure way to make your car look sportier is to add driving lights. Finding suitable lights and a place where they can be installed is not difficult.

A custom VW Bugvw k?¡èfer aus schmiedeeisernen st?¡èben image by Andreas Konrad from Fotolia.comFrom 1961 to 1974, Volkswagen used six different Solex carburetors. These center-mount, single-barreled carburetors were undersized compared to carbs from other automakers, so they restricted...

Catalytic converters are usually between the engine and the muffler and are mandatory equipment on passenger vehicles in most countries. Removing the catalytic converter may increase the output of the engine, but could have serious consequences.