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Whether you have a car, motorcycle or truck, keep your vehicle running smooth and looking good with these helpful auto repair and paint job tips, projects and products.

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How To Reattach Molding on a Car Door

Side molding flapping around as you drive? Skip the body shop and try this simple DIY fix.


Car Care: Storing a Classic Car

Time to put your baby away? Here's how to store your car so it's road-ready next spring.


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Screws: How to Loosen a Stuck Phillips Screw

Conquer stripped-out Phillips screws


Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement

Visually inspect the engine coolant sensor because it may not set off a trouble code.


How to Find a Vacuum Leak

Find a vacuum leak with this easy technique


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Pickup Trucks: How to Transport Things

Get all your building materials home safe


Sturdy Car Trash Can

Keeping your car clean can be difficult. There's likely trash on the cars floor so toss out any wrappers, bottles...


Car Heater Hose Replacement: A How-To Guide

A heater hose repair kit is great insurance against roadside disaster.

How to Repair Fiberglass

Fix boats, personal watercraft, even truck toppers with these fiberglass repair tips. Do it yourself and save thousands.


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How To Replace the Alternator in Your Car

Here's how to tell if your car needs a new alternator and how to install one yourself.


Replacing Sway Bar End Links: Everything You Need to Know

Loose or worn sway bar end links can cause sharp snapping or cracking noises when driving over bumps, premature tire...


Install New Car Carpet

Replace the dirty, old carpet in an afternoon


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A Full Guide to Remote Start Installation

Remote starters are convenient, inexpensive and easy to install. Learn about remote start installation here.


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How to Change a Car Battery

Here's what you need to know about car batteries and how to change them.


How to Fix a Car Radio

Remove your broken radio and send it in for repair


A How-To Guide for Car Antenna Replacement

Repair most auto antenna types yourself for less than $20


Replace Side View Mirror Glass

Replace a broken mirror quickly and easily and save the cost of a shop repair

How to Splice Automotive Wires

Use a professional tool and moisture sealant for first-class results.


How To Test an Ignition Coil

Test the ignition coil quickly and easily with a simple ignition system tester


How to Replace Dashboard Lights

It's simpler than it looks!


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11 Things to Have in Your Car’s Emergency Kit for Summer Road Trips

Winter emergency kits for your car are well known, but what about summer kits? Here are some things everyone should...


How to Repair a Dim Headlight

Simply clean the ground connection or replace the bulb to quickly solve the problem


10 Ways to Save Money on Your Car at Costco

From a new set of tires to car washes, here's how you can save at Costco.

10 Creative Ways to Stay Warm in a Car That has No Heat

If you don't have heat in your car and the temperatures drop, you could be in for a very uncomfortable...


Repacking Trailer Wheel Bearings

This task only takes and hour and will avoid a costly trailer repair.


A Full Guide to Loading a Grease Gun Cartridge

Avoid air locks and your grease gun will always work.


DIY Pickup Bumper Replacement

Replace a rusted or dented pickup bumper yourself


How to Check Brake Fluid

Make sure the corrosion inhibitor in your brake fluid hasn't worn out


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11 Great Tips for DIY Car Body Repair

Do you prefer to work on your car yourself? Do you like the idea of being able to fix a...