Does It Matter Which Battery You Jump Start On A Diesel Engine?
Opening up the hood of your new diesel truck to find two batteries staring back at you can be a surprise. So which one do you hook up to if you need a jump?
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Do You Need A Prerunner Shopping Cart? Because I Found A Prerunner Shopping Cart
Buy yourself a gas-powered off-road shopping cart for $950, and never feel dull again.
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What Happens If You Use The Wrong Size Oil Filter?
Oil filters, like other car parts, come in all sorts of sizes. What happens if you use the wrong size filter? And how can you avoid making this mistake?
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What Is Lugging Your Engine (And Why Is It So Bad)?
You may not know the term engine lugging, but if you've ever driven a manual there's a good chance you've experienced it. Here's what you should look out for.
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Is That Fluid Leak Under Your Car A Problem? Here's How To Tell
Finding a leak coming from under your car can be unsettling, but how serious is it? You can't always trust the color, so we've put together a guide for you.
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Repairing Your Tire Could Void Its Speed Rating
Your speed-rated tires are expensive, so naturally if there's a leak, you'd want to fix them. But be careful: those repairs may destroy the tire's speed rating.
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Do Suspension Air Bags Increase Towing Capacity?
If you're not happy with your truck's maximum towing capacity and you're looking for an easy way to bump it up, I've got some bad news.
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Dry Sump Vs. Wet Sump Oil System: What's The Difference?
How does a dry sump systems support your engine differently than a wet sump system? Let's take a look at the mechanics behind both and when they're used.
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How To Properly Flush A Gas Tank
If you think there are contaminants in your gas tank, then doing a flush may be necessary. If you want to do it yourself, here's what you need to know.
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You Just Put Gasoline In Your Diesel, Now What?
If you accidentally put gasoline in your diesel vehicle, it's important to take action right away. Here are the first things you need to do.
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Ford's EcoBoost Engines Don't Demand Premium Gas, But You Might Want To Use It Anyway
Many configurations of the popular Ford EcoBoost engines run just fine on standard gas, but it turns out that you might see a performance with premium.
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Why Were Subaru Diesel Engines Never Sold In The US?
Diesel enthusiasts might wonder why Subaru skipped the North American markets when they built a diesel version of its Boxer engine — here's what we found out.
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How To Read The Dots On Your Oil Dipstick (And What You Might Be Doing Wrong)
While reading an oil dipstick is pretty straightforward once you know what to look for, there a couple easy mistakes that can give you bad information.
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Are Tire Plugs A Safe Long-Term Fix?
You've had a flat, and now you're trying to fix it for the long term. Tire plugs are cheap, and they're not hard to install. But how well do they last?
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What Causes An Engine Block To Crack?
A crack in your engine block is a pretty intimidating problem. Here's how they happen, what you can do to fix it, and how to avoid the issue in the first place.
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How Much Does The Average Oil Change Cost? (And How Much Can You Save Doing It Yourself?)
Oil is the lifeblood of a vehicle engine, and it's vital to change it on schedule. Here's the cost comparison of doing it yourself and going to a shop.
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What Is AdBlue Fluid And Do All Diesel Vehicles Need It?
You've surely heard of brake fluid, fuel, and lots of other liquids needed to run a diesel vehicle. But what's AdBlue fluid? And do all diesel vehicles need it?
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Here's How To Bleed Your Car's Brakes By Yourself
Bleeding your car's brakes is vital for maintaining their performance so you are safe on the road. If you want to do it yourself, follow these steps.
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You Don't Need To Be A Mechanic To Outsmart Your Check Engine Light
When the dreaded "Check Engine" light flashes, clever drivers pull out an OBDII scanner to see what's up.
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What Is Variable Valve Timing, And How Does It Work?
You have likely heard of variable valve timing by one of the names manufacturers have for the system, such as VVT-i or VTEC. So what is it and what does it do?
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Here's How You'll Know If Your Radiator Needs To Be Flushed
How will you know if your vehicle's radiator needs to be flushed? There are lots of telltale signs ... and woe to the driver who ignores them.
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How To Fix Curb Rash On Black Rims
Not only is it annoying to get curb rash on your black rims, but buying new ones is expensive. Instead, here's how you can fix it on your own.
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Can Classic Cars Use Synthetic Motor Oil?
Synthetic motor oil has been around for longer than you might expect, but most classic cars were designed to run with standard motor oil. Can you use either?
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What A Bad Starter Sounds Like (And Why They Fail)
There are usually a few clues that will let you know when a starter is about to fail — here's what you need to listen for to avoid an unwelcome surprise.
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Cybertruck Tailgates Are Getting Stuck, And Tesla's Instructions Are Ominously Fiddly
Cybertrucks have had plenty of time in the spotlight, but now owners are reporting their tailgates getting stuck and the owner's manual isn't a big help.
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Body Lift Vs. Suspension Lift: What's The Difference Between These Two Truck Mods?
What's the difference between a body lift and a suspension lift? Let's take a look at how each works and how they change the driving dynamics of your vehicle.
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Why Smokey Nagata's V12 Supra Is A Tuner's Dream Car
The Toyota Supra is an iconic sports car, but this one made by Smokey Nagata and his team is a tuner's dream. Oh, and it has a V12 under the hood.
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