Vintage V8s – Exploring 100 Years Of Eight-Cylinder Cadillac Engines
For more than a century, the name Cadillac has been synonymous with performance, style and passion. And, in the early years of the Cadillac Automobile Company, it was a former loom mechanic – Henry Martyn Leland – who was credited with forging the technologies that separated Cadillac from the other automobile businesses that were springing up at the turn of the 20th century.
Addressing Potential Winter Visibility Problems
The most important safety system in a vehicle is the driver’s eyes. If the driver’s vision is impaired, it will have a direct impact on how the vehicle performs in emergency situations. Winter visibility is especially critical, no matter if you are in California or Alaska. As the days grow shorter and the weather patterns shift, being able to see clearly is critical.
Tracking Down Honda Chassis-Related Noise Complaints
For this article, we find ourselves under a high-mileage V6 Honda Accord looking for what should be an easy-to-find knocking noise. When the car was written up at dropoff, notes were added for the tech to look for loose sway bar links and bushings based on the customer’s description of a knocking noise over bumps.
Brake Hose Inspection And Replacement
Brake hoses are the most government-regulated components on a vehicle. Anyone making brake assemblies must be registered with the Department of Transportation (DOT). All aftermarket hose, fittings and complete hoses must conform to FMVSS 106 and SAE J1401. These tests are demanding and often exceed what a vehicle will see in the real world.
Turning ‘Miss Daisy’ Into A Badass Beetle
When the guys from Mighty Car Mods decided to build a “sleeper” VW Beetle we knew the result was going to be something special indeed. Affectionally known as “Miss Daisy,” this 1974 Beetle’s appearance is as purposeful as it is deceptive.
BMW Fuel System Repair Essentials
The BMW N54 fuel pump recall a few years ago brought to light the importance of the integrity of the fuel system and how it can contribute to the overall reliability of a vehicle. While BMW never officially stated what was causing the high-pressure fuel pumps to fail, some put the blame on low-quality fuel that might have been contaminated or had higher-than-normal Âlevels of ethanol.
World’s Biggest Old Car Show Set For Hershey, PA
The Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) and the Hershey Region AACA are ready to welcome collector-car enthusiasts from all over the world to Hershey, Pa., for the club’s Eastern Division Fall Meet. This event is the world’s largest antique car show. It takes place from Oct. 7-10th.
Toyota Charging System Diagnostics
According to my experience, I estimate that replacing the alternator solves 95% of all charging system failures. If that’s true, what happens in the remaining 5% of charging system failures that results in customer comebacks?
Addressing Extended Oil Changes on Modern Vehicles
Auto manufacturers, in general, are continuing to reduce vehicle maintenance requirements by extending oil change intervals. But extended oil change intervals are a mixed blessing. On the upside, extended oil change intervals are conserving precious oil and reducing carbon emissions. On the downside, many vehicle owners are forgetting to check their engine’s oil level between
Latest Powerplants Packing a Punch
The much-anticipated HEMI Hellcat engine is Dodge and SRT’s first application of V8 supercharger technology, delivering an amazing 600-plus horsepower. This supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V8 Hellcat engine is the most powerful V8 engine ever produced by the Chrysler Group. According to Chrysler, its breakthrough supercharged engine Âfeatures a forged-steel crankshaft with induction-hardened bearing surfaces. The
