The inventor of the catalytic muffler, Eugene Houdry, was a Frenchman interested in reducing the pollution released into the air by automobile exhaust pipes. He started his line of inventions with a catalytic process that effectively doubled the amount of useable oil that could be produced from crude oil. He produced high-grade gasoline from [...]
Do you ever laugh at that guy that parks his shiny new car at the furthest end of the parking lot to keep his car from getting scratched? Well, even though he has a long way to walk, he may have figured something out right, because most cars will end up getting scratched, scuffed, [...]
Many drivers in Utah just have their local Utah auto repair center do their oil changes. But, if you have a little experience you can do your own oil changes. Maybe you’ve done them before, but you just need some helpful tips to make sure you do the job right. One thing you should [...]
Learning how to read automotive wiring diagrams can help you pinpoint electrical problems in your car. Wiring diagrams are technical drawings that use symbols to represent a car’s electronic system. Whether your vehicle is old or new, such a diagram can be irreplaceable for helping you diagnose wiring problems. You will need to start [...]
Perhaps the most common error that do-it-yourselfers make, when repairing cars, is improper bolt torque. This is easily done, when the focus of the project is the oil change, or replacing a filter somewhere. The bolts are just accessories, right? It seems a simple enough concept; undo the bolt, do the job, replace and [...]
Any Utah auto repair center should be able to install your fog lights, but if you have some skill and feel so inclined, you can do it yourself. Just follow a few simple steps and you’ll be driving through the fog in no time. You’ll need fog lights, safety goggles, wiring, electrical tape, a [...]
Families all over the country have had it with the economic slump and are heading back out for good old-fashioned family road trips. Taking the route 66, from Chicago to L.A. is one of the most popular road trips, offering many fun sites to check out along the way. But, before you jump in [...]
Fuel injection systems come in two main forms. One is the TBI (throttle body injection). In this type of fuel injector system, there is a single or dual barrel throttle body and either one or two shower head injectors mounted above. In the TBI, the fuel is atomized and distributed over the throttle plates [...]
Distracted Driving is a ticket-worthy offense. The fines and, much worse, the potential consequences are very serious. But, ironically, it is one of the fastest growing problems in the United States. Technology is ever-increasing and, along with that, multitasking on the road. Cell phones, GPS navigation systems, drinking, eating, PDA’s, and other distractions can [...]
Don’t you love it when they play your favorite song? It’s summer time. You’re driving down the road. You’ve got the windows open, the breeze rustling your hair, and your favorite song blaring. Maybe, you’re even singing along. All of a sudden, the radio shuts off. Aside from your frustration of not being able [...]
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