Starting an Old Engine That Has Not Run in Years
If you are pulling your first classic out of a junk-covered barn, chopping it out of the undergrowth, or it has simply been sitting in […]
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Manual Brakes vs. Power Brake Systems Choice
Manual brakes are necessary if you are going for full authenticity when restoring your vintage ride. When stacked up against power brakes though, you are
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How a Power Brake System in Classic Cars Work
To enhance the efficiency of the braking system a new system was designed called power brake system. It is also called ‘power assisted” brakes. This
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Replacing a Driveshaft in Your Classic Car
A driveshaft is one of the critical links between the engine and getting the power to the tires. Replacing the driveshaft correctly can be the
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Symptoms of a Bad Driveshaft
The wheels of any vehicle depend on power from the engine to make them turn and move the vehicle. The driveshaft (also called a propeller
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Engine Vacuum Leak Affects Classic Car Engines
Many parts of the vehicle rely on the intake manifold vacuum for operation. Depending on the vehicle, everything from the brake booster to the fuel
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Inspecting for Rust Before Buying a Classic Car
Recently we put out an article on inspecting for problems before buying your next classic car. One major issue is the signs of a previous
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Detailing a Classic Car’s Engine Compartment
Many classic car and truck owners spend a lot of time and money on keeping their prized possessions looking their best. Pristine paint with a
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The EFI Conversion: Carburetors vs EFI Part 2
Fuel Injection Conversion These systems replace a carburetor with a fuel injection system. There are fuel injection conversion kits that make the entire process very
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The Fuel Differences: Carburetors vs EFI Part 1
Classic car followers, like much of society, can be slow to embrace change. In the automotive world, advances in technology often mean considerable improvements in
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