Car drifting began in Japan as a competition between car enthusiasts through the rolling hills and twisty terrain outside of the major metropolitan areas of Tokyo and Osaka. Its popularity has grown in the United States in the last 10 years and has even been the subject of blockbuster movies, such ......[Read More]

The stock Dodge Dakota intake does a good job of bringing fresh air into the intake manifold from outside of the engine bay. However, the added air flow provided by an aftermarket cold air intake will lead to performance gains for your truck, and will give it a sportier, more aggressive sound. In or......[Read More]

If you are interested in taking your Jeep off the highway, you may consider installing a lift kit. It will increase the articulation and off-road handling of your Wrangler. You will be able to install larger tires and rims on your Jeep Wrangler. The increased ground clearance will allow you to avoid......[Read More]

If you have a trailer that you need to tow behind your Jeep Wrangler, you need to install a hitch. The hitch is bolted directly to the frame to increase its strength. You will be able to use a receiver type ball that can be adjusted depending on the trailer height. The most economical trailer hitch ......[Read More]

The Jeep Wrangler YJ is known to be an exceptional off-road vehicle from the factory. You can increase the off-road ability of your Jeep Wrangler by installing a body lift. A body lift does just what the name implies, it lifts the body of your vehicle. Body lifts are less expensive than suspension l......[Read More]

Although late-model Mustangs come with a healthy 317 horsepower, owners are usually looking for ways to push the limits of their crankshafts by finding new and exciting ways to build a fast Mustang. The great thing about building a fast Mustang is that it can generally be done by adding a few simple......[Read More]

No matter the exhaust header length in a car, the choice of a length matches the specific needs of the car. While short lengths, for example, are easier to install, long lengths are more difficult to install but best for high performance. If you know the Engine Cubic Inch Displacement, the Engine M......[Read More]

Gas flow is essential to the optimal functioning of an outboard engine. The fuel pump plays an important role in keeping the gas flowing to the engine. The mechanic must first ensure that the engine is serviced thoroughly and regularly. Basic maintenance will go a long way in helping to maintain the......[Read More]

The BMW E46 M3 is widely considered by many to be one of the ultimate versions of the M3. It's far faster than the E36 M3 that preceded it and lighter and more sporty than the more luxurious, V8-powered E90/92 version that succeeded it. In stock form, the E46 M3 also offers strong performance, thoug......[Read More]

Car shows attract fans of all ages.a car in a car show image by Gary from Fotolia.comCar shows are events that attract car enthusiasts from all over the nation. From classic hot rods to the latest sports cars, owners and fans alike come to these events to admire the display of quality.........[Read More]

A failure in the muffler of the vehicle typically causes loud dual exhaust systems. This is common on aluminized mufflers, which have rusted through, though it is relatively uncommon for stainless steel exhaust systems. In the case of stainless steel, you can usually trace the problem to a puncture ......[Read More]

Replacing the stock exhaust on your Jeep will not only improve the gas mileage, it will increase the power and performance. Aftermarket exhaust systems allow the air to flow more freely through the engine. The stock exhaust on your Jeep is restrictive. Aftermarket exhausts are larger in diameter. ......[Read More]

For the do-it-yourselfer, making gaskets is simply another way of tracing and cutting, the same as is done in art. Other materials can be used, but cork is the most popular material, and is sold at all hardware and automotive parts stores. It normally is sold in pre-packaged quantities ,so make sure......[Read More]

The Mitsubishi 3000 GT used the same platform as the Dodge Stealth. The 3000 GT is a big, luxurious sports car with handsome looks and strong performance. While the 3000 GT was available in a turbocharged version known as the 3000 GT VR-4, the 3000 GT is the normally aspirated version. Even though i......[Read More]

General Motors manufactured the 1997 Chevy Cavalier as a sporty sedan and coupe. Regardless if you have a coupe or sedan, replacing the head gasket in the vehicle is the same process. However, it will take time to locate the head gasket, which sits under the cylinder head. When you begin to replace ......[Read More]

Chassis Liner is the largest manufacturer of collision repair frame racks. A frame rack is a mechanical lift that mechanics use to raises automobiles off the ground, allowing them to make repairs to the underside of vehicles. Chassis Line manufactures five types of frame racks. Each is designed to l......[Read More]

Aftermarket tow hitches are typically the bolt-on type. While these may be adequate for day to day, short-distance, light-weight towing duties, they are inadequate for the demands likely from a Class C motorhome. A tow hitch on a motorhome is most often used to flat-tow a full-size car or SUV; somet......[Read More]

Recovery straps work somewhat differently than tow straps, and many car enthusiasts believe that recovery straps are a lot gentler on a vehicle than traditional tow straps. Since recovery straps have some stretch to them, they absorb some of the impact of movement. Recovery straps also have no metal......[Read More]

The Yamaha Raider has a classic "chopper" design with the front wheel well in front of the body and the seat set low within the frame. Despite its hard-to-maneuver layout and large size, the Raider retains sporty attributes.......[Read More]

A roof rack will add to the amount of cargo that you can carry with your Dodge Caravan. There are specialized roof racks for snowboards, skis, and bicycles. There are also base racks that you can use to mount whatever you would like to. Read the owner's manual of your rack to ensure that you are usi......[Read More]