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Troubleshooting

How To Fix A Seized Engine – Can It Be Revived?

by Conner Mckay 02/27/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Having a car comes with a lot of responsibilities. They are highly demanding, high-performance equipment that necessitates constant attention and service, particularly engine maintenance. Your oil should be changed every 8,000 to 15,000 miles, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. In reality, simply changing your car’s oil can help your engine last longer. Otherwise, here you can find out how to fix a seized engine. While there are many other vital things to do to maintain your car’s engine, keeping the …

02/27/2023 0 comment

Engine

Timing Chain Replacement – Cheap Fix Or A Hole Through Your Pocket?

by Conner Mckay 02/27/2023

written by Conner Mckay

For a car to run properly it needs an engine. For an engine to operate in its best shape it needs every single one of its components to be in their respective ‘A’ games. This goes for the timing chain, too. It’s seemingly a piece of straightforward equipment and is sort of the same as the chain in your bicycle. Just as how a bicycle can’t move without a chain, your car’s engine must get a timing chain replacement should …

02/27/2023 2 comments

Electrical

4 Pin Trailer Wiring Diagram – How To Wire Your Trailer?

by Conner Mckay 02/27/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Are you looking for a way to wire your new trailer and do you want to get one simple 4 pin trailer wiring diagram? Well, if that is the case, then you are at the right place because there will be a lot to cover on this topic where we will learn how this work is done the right way. Why Wire Your Trailer? Can You Do This DIY? 4 Pin Connector? Color Codes Supplies The Diagram How To Do …

02/27/2023 0 comment

Exhaust

High Flow Catalytic Converter – A Trick To Gain More Horsepower?

by Conner Mckay 02/24/2023

written by Conner Mckay

The aftermarket and tuning scene is rife with a myriad of tips and tricks which promises to yield you more power. Among the most common – and straightforward – ones involve getting more air into the engine. Be it retrofitting a cold air intake, or adding in bigger headers, there are numerous methods to ramp up the volume of air going into the engine. But how about a high flow catalytic converter? Besides, all that atmosphere entering the engine has …

02/24/2023 0 comment

Electrical

What Wires Go To Ignition Switch – Which End Plugs Into Where?

by Conner Mckay 02/24/2023

written by Conner Mckay

The automotive ignition, which creates sparks to burst your engine to life, is quite a surprisingly intricate set of complications. From the moment you slot your keys in, to inducing thousands of volts to ignite the fuel, there are a myriad of components and moving pieces in between. Hence, why you can sometimes be left scratching your head, wondering about what wires go to ignition switch. That very switch is what allows you to start, drive, or turn off your …

02/24/2023 0 comment

Exhaust

Headers Vs Manifold – What Are The Benefits Of Installing Headers?

by Conner Mckay 02/23/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Are you planning on installing performance headers on your vehicle and you are still thinking between headers vs manifold? Which are the ups and downs of both of these components and which one of them is better? If that is the case, then you shouldn’t worry because we are going to cover everything you need to know when it comes to this upgrade. What Are Manifolds? What Are Headers? Headers Pros And Cons Manifold Pros And Cons Which Route To …

02/23/2023 0 comment

Engine

Crankcase Breather: Everything You Need To Know

by Conner Mckay 02/23/2023

written by Conner Mckay

The crankcase breather is part of your engine’s positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system. It’s not a system that we talk about often, but it’s crucial for the smooth operation of your engine. Additionally, it helps to prevent serious problems. This post will talk about the crankcase breather and everything you need to know about it: What Symptoms Costs FAQ Conclusion What’s A Crankcase Breather? Before we continue, there’s something we should clear up: when talking about the crankcase breather, some …

02/23/2023 0 comment

OBD Codes

P0016 – Is Your Car’s Engine Timing A Bit Off?

by Conner Mckay 02/23/2023

written by Conner Mckay

Engine timing is a very crucial step in your car’s combustion process. Imagine this… The intake valves open to allow air and fuel to enter the combustion chamber to be burnt. All the while, exhaust valves then open to enable fumes and by-products from that explosive cycle to escape out of the engine. It’ll then repeat again, opening and closing with absolute precision. At least, until P0016 shows up. So, what happens when that engine timing is thrown out of …

02/23/2023 0 comment

OBD Codes

P2096: Signs, Causes, And Repairs For A Lean Air-To-Fuel Mixture

by Conner Mckay 02/23/2023

written by Conner Mckay

The P2096 trouble code isn’t very common, but it can happen. It can be an expensive repair, but sometimes, it’s much more simple than it seems. We’re going to discuss the code’s meaning, causes, repairs, and more in this post. Here’s our table of contents to help you find the relevant information: Code Definition Signs Causes & Troubleshooting Repairs & Cost FAQ Conclusion P2096 Post Catalyst Fuel System Too Lean Bank 1 The P2096 code translates to “Post Catalyst Fuel System …

02/23/2023 0 comment

Exhaust

P0449: All You Need To Know To Fix Your EVAP System

by Conner Mckay 02/23/2023

written by Conner Mckay

The P0449 is classified or is a part of the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). These codes are five-digit numbers that point out or identify a part of the car that may be malfunctioning or having problems. These codes can usually be displayed on any OBD scanner when it is connected to the car’s system. This five-digit code usually includes one letter at the start followed by four numbers (e.g. P0449). Each combination on the code relates to a specific problem …

02/23/2023 0 comment