A few years ago I read that you can add a switch to the power antenna circuit to control whether or not the antenna goes up and down when the factory stereo is turned on. I was working on my aftermarket power antenna because the mount was loose and figured that particular day [...]
If your car’s headliner has been hanging down, like mine, it’s time to replace it.
Total cost was $23 for the headliner at JoAnn’s Fabrics and $17 for an 18oz can of the adhesive. One can will do a hardtop car and a T-top car or 3 T-top cars.
What you’ll need:
Headliner Material (4.5ft)
Spray Adhesive [...]
The purpose of the PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) Valve is to re-route unburnt fuel fumes back into the combustion chamber.
Some of the symptoms of a nearly clogged PCV include a rough idling engine, loss of power, oil burning, an oily air filter, decreased mpg, or blown seals.
What Are The Big Three, and How Do I Upgrade Them?
Well your Big Three are the Positive Alternator Cable,(the one that bolts to the rear of the alt.) the Ground on the Block, and the Ground on the pass side Fender. Now from the factory these wires are at the most a 4 gauge. If [...]
Here is a guide for 4th gens on what you need to convert your steering wheel from one with no headunit controls to one that has built-in headunit controls. My car didn’t have steering wheel radio controls since it was ordered with the base sound system. I wanted them. This is what I had to [...]
Common issue as cars get older are the interior lights tend to start burning out. Here’s a quick and easy fix for replacing a dead bulb in your automatic shifter display.
Parts Needed:
#74 Bulb (#37 and #73 will also fit)
Electrical Tape (to aide in removal of burnt out bulb)
9/32 (7mm) socket wrench/driver
Flat-Head Screwdriver
Approx. install time: 15-20 [...]
Here is a guide to fix the common 4th gen problem of the windows, radio and locks from cutting in and out. The problem is bad solder joints on the Body Control Module (BCM).
The question about specific packages with 1993-2002 Camaros and Firebirds often comes up. Here is a breakdown of all the V6 factory packages.
Does your AC or heat make that sound like it has paper or something in it or do you just have low flow of air? Here’s how to fix this annoying problem in a few pretty simple steps.
Repair time approx. 20-30 minutes
What you’ll need:
A screwdriver (phillips)
A vacuum (shop vac or hand held is convenient)
Needle-nose pliers
Small [...]
A quick way to make your Hood and Rear Hatch Struts look like new.
Things you need:
Sand Paper: grit 320-400-800-1000 and 1500
Wire Wheel (optional for the 320)
Assistant/Extra set of hands (Not necessary but definitely helpful when lifting heavy hatch/hood)
Clear Coat spray paint or
a can of Fluid Film
Expect Approx. 1 hour per strut