2001 Articles...

12/21/01 - Product Review
My review of Whia Quality Tools.

12/15/01 - Feel, Hear, See, Smell
When you have a problem with your car you detect it with one of your senses. Either you feel something wrong, hear something, see something or smell something wrong. This is one of a series of articles that will help you interpret what you are sensing and come up with some possible cause of the problem.

12/01/01 - Holiday Gifts For The DIY
Now that the Holiday season is in full swing it's time to think about what that special DIY'er in your life would like to find under the tree this year.

11/24/01 - Engine Testing With A Vacuum Gauge
Vacuum gauges have been a valuable tool to mechanics for years. Even with modern computer controlled engines a vacuum gauge is still a valuable tool for diagnosing engine and transmission problems.

11/03/01 - Maintaining Your New Car
With 0% financing for up to 60 months being offered by car makers, new cars are rolling off the lots in record numbers. If you took advantage of this offer then you'll want to read this.

10/27/01 - Book Review: Honest Mechanic
A review of an excellent E-book that should be required reading for all car owners.

10/20/01 - The Diesel Engine
Diesel engines are having a surge of popularity right now because they are stronger and more fuel efficient than a gasoline engine.

10/13/01 - Product Review
My review of Auto-Insight 1.20

09/29/01 - DIY: Water Pumps
Most water pumps are pretty easy to change. With a little work, you can replace your water pump and save a ton of labor dollars. Plus you will get the satisfaction of saying "I did it myself!"

09/22/01 - Winterizing Your Car
It's getting cold out and soon the dark days of winter will be upon us. Will you be ready?

09/08/01 - Product Review
My review of the Vulkan Gas Tools Soldering irons.

09/01/01 - Buying A Back To School Car
How to find a good, back to school car for your son or daughter.

08/18/01 - Cooling Systems: Part 2
How this important system works and helps your engine keep its cool.

08/11/01 - Cooling Systems: Part 1
How this important system works and helps your engine keep its cool.

08/04/01 - Catalytic Converters
What is a catalytic converter and how does it do what they do.

07/28/01 - DIY: Starters/Solenoids
At some point your starter or starter solenoid is going to call it quits. With just a little work and some basic tools you can replace it yourself and save some money too.

07/16/01 - What's That Smell??
Does your air conditioner smell like a pile of old socks? Do you look under the seats for dead animals? Here is why you are getting that smell and what you can do about it.

06/30/01 - Digital Multimeters
A Digital Multimeter is the best weapon you have in fighting those electrical and electronic gremlins that sneak into your vehicle.

06/17/01 - Diagnosing GM Converter Lock-Up Problems
Understanding and diagnosing the most common type of General Motors transmission problems.

06/09/01 - Finding Honest Repair Shops
Finding a good mechanic can be a daunting task, but by doing a little homework and investigating you will find a mechanic that you can trust.

06/03/01 - Automotive Air Conditioners
Now that summer is upon us this is a good time to get a basic understanding of how the air conditioner in your car works and some of the implications of R-12 systems.

05/26/01 - Antifreeze: Red or Green?
Dexcool® or regular antifreeze? Which antifreeze to use and why.

05/20/01 - How Antilock Brake Systems Work
Understanding what ABS is and how it works.

05/12/01 - Gas Saving Tips and Suggestions
Summer is just around the corner and so is vacation time. Summer is also the time when gas prices go up to cash in on summer travel. Here's some handy tips and suggestions on how to get some extra milage for your gas dollar.

05/07/01 - How to Change Your Electric Fuel Pump
Electric fuel pumps aren't really hard to replace, they just take a little work. This is something most DIYs can do themselves and save a big chunk of money.

04/28/01 - FTC Sues Speedway Motorsports
Performance Claims For zMax Auto Additives Are Unsubstantiated, FTC Charges.

04/21/01 - Troubleshooting Steering & Suspension Problems
Squeals, shimmys, vibrations. What does it all mean? Here's some things to look for when your car is not behaving as it should.

04/07/01 - Bargain Oil Changes
Are bargain oil changes really a bargain? There's at least one person who says no.

04/01/01 - Featured Readers Questions
I get a lot of E-Mail everyday with questions that go from one end of a car to the other. This week I thought I would feature some of those questions that are the most common or are relevant to a large number of people.

03/26/01 - Steering & Suspension
These two systems have the important job of controlling where your car goes and how it rides. Here, in general terms, are how they work.

03/17/01 - DIY: Drum Brakes
This is a good job for a moderately skilled DIY. It only takes about three hours to do and will save you quite a few bucks. Plus you will get the satisfaction of saying "I did it myself!"

03/11/01 - Making Sense of Sensors: Part 2
There are a lot of things going on in your engine as you drive. A lot of information is taken in and processed. But how is this information gathered and what happens to it once it's collected?

03/03/01 - Making Sense of Sensors: Part 1
There are a lot of things going on in your engine as you drive. A lot of information is taken in and processed. But how is this information gathered and what happens to it once it's collected?

02/25/01 - Understanding Fuel Economy Ratings
When you buy a new car, there is a sticker that tells you how many MPG you will get? But does it tell the truth?

02/21/01 - Who Wants to Be an Auto Mechanic?
Do you think you have what it takes to be a Professional Mechanic? Take this quiz and find out. A new quiz with new questions.

02/17/01 - DIY: Wheel Cylinders
Here's a good job for the DIY that's easy and will save you a few bucks.

02/10/01 - Troubleshooting A No-Start Problem
What to look for when your car won't start.

02/03/01 - How Much Is Enough?
Is your car costing too much to repair? What can you do about it?

01/22/01 - Wheel Alignment
What is a wheel alignment and how does it effect your vehicle?

01/10/01 - Bargain Brake Jobs
Your brakes are the most important part of your vehicle. You need to be sure the job is done completely and correctly.

01/03/01 - Honda Main Relays
Have a Honda that starts hard or not at all? Here's a good reason why.

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