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Ramps Vs. Jack Stands: Which Is Better For Working Under Your Car?
Jack stands and ramps are two popular tools for DIY auto jobs. However, is one better than the other? Here's how to decide which is right for you.
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What Made The Chevy Powerglide Transmission So Special?
Chevrolet's Powerglide transmission hasn't been made in over half a century, but drag racers still love and use it. Here's why it's still around.
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Automakers Phased Out The CD Player From New Cars (And It's Not Hard To Guess Why)
The last new cars sold in the U.S. with CD players have been made, and there are a number of reasons why that feature is dead. They start with you.
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What's The Difference Between The Muncie M20, M21, And M22 Transmissions?
Gearheads talk of the Muncie Corvette transmissions, but what are the differences between them? And why are some more desirable than others?
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How Honda's S600 Sports Car Reached 9,500 RPM With Nearly Zero Oil Pressure
Honda's tiny S600 sports car had a free-spinning 606cc engine that reached 9,500 rpm, but how could it manage that with almost no oil pressure?
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What Ecotec Means On GM Engines
Ever seen the Ecotec logo under a General Motors car's hood and wondered what it's all about? We've done the research so you don't have to.
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Why Some Classic Buicks Have Three Portholes And Others Have Four
The 1949 Buick Roadmaster was the very first Buick to feature Ventiports, whose design evolved over the years. But what did the number of portholes signify?
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Ceramic Vs Steel Bearings: What's The Difference And Why It Matters
Bearings can use steel or ceramic balls, but that begs the obvious question: which is better? Should you stick with conventional steel or more modern ceramic?
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Before Tire Companies Made Tires For Drag Racing, Drag Racers Had To Get Creative
Before there were specific drag-racing tires, drivers and engineers had to make do with what they had, leading to some pretty creative - but flawed - solutions.
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The Gas Tank Levels Mechanics Say It's Best To Stay Between
Drivers have different opinions about how full you should keep your fuel tank. However, according to mechanics, you should stay within this range.
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What's The Difference Between Single And Dual Overhead Cam Engines?
Ever wondered what people are talking about when they say "dual overhead cam"? Don't worry, because we're here to explain it all with our handy guide.
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What Makes Engine Oil Turn Black?
Although engine oil enters cars as a yellow liquid, you'll almost always find its color to be brown or black when it's being drained. Here's why.
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How To Find A Parasitic Drain Before It Kills Your Car Battery
Parasitic drains can be extremely annoying, but they're not impossible to identify. Here are some ways to find a parasitic drain in your car.
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Why Do Automakers Use Retractable Door Handles?
Many electric vehicles have used retractable door handles, but they've fallen under scrutiny in recent years. Why have automakers stuck with them for so long?
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Remember Monsoon? These GM Cars Had It
Monsoon may not be a well-known audio brand today, but several decades ago, you could find it in numerous models, including these GM vehicles.
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Who Gets To Name New Roads?
Plenty of roads in the United States have distinct names. Because of this, it's easy to forget that they had to be individually named in the first place.
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What Is An Opera Window, And Why Did It Go Out Of Style?
The automotive industry has seen many interesting designs over the years, including the iconic opera window. Here's why these wacky windows went out of style.
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Why Automakers Abandoned Wraparound Windshields After The 1950s
The wraparound windshield was a fad of the 1950s, affording a panoramic view for the driver. But it mostly disappeared soon afterward. Here's why.
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Gas Vs. Hydraulic Shock Absorbers: What's The Difference
Shock absorbers are important for keeping your ride smooth and steady. Gas and hydraulic shock absorbers offer their own benefits and downsides.
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Why Did Automakers Switch From Sealed Beam Headlights?
Sealed-beam headlights were a staple of cars from the 1940s, and they were even required by law. So why did automakers move away from those designs?
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Why Automakers Switched From R12 Freon To R134a (And Now R1234yf)
Automotive air conditioning systems have seen some changes over the years, including the switch from using R12 to R134a. Here's why automakers made the change.
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What Causes Exhaust Manifold Bolts To Break?
Exhaust manifold bolts help form a seal between the block and the manifold. However, these bolts can fail over time. Here's why that can happen.
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Why Do Some Harleys Have Whips Hanging From The Handlebars?
Motorcyclists make lots of customizations to their rides. The whips that sometimes hang from the handlebars may serve both practical and symbolic purposes.
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What Are The Symptoms Of Bad Spark Plugs?
Spark plugs are vital components for gas-powered engines. However, they have a limited lifespan. Here are some common signs that it's time to replace yours.
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Spark Plug Heat Range: What It Is And Why It Matters
Spark plugs come in many different types, but they also have many different heat ranges. Here's what that means, as well as why you should care about it.
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Spark Plugs Vs. Glow Plugs: What're The Differences & How Do They Work?
Spark plugs help you start gasoline engines and glow plugs do the same in diesel engines. But how do they go about providing that boost? And how do they differ?
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Yes, You Can Paint Your Engine Block's Lifter Valley, It's Fine
Those who want to fully customize their car might wonder if they can paint their engine block's lifter valley. Are there really no downsides to it?
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