This applies to any year Toyota Prius between 2004-2009 otherwise known as the gen II(2) Prius. If you have a 2004, 05, 06, 07, 08 or 09 Prius and it is making a rattling brake noise over bumps (the little […]
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Updated: Best Cheap Oil Catch Cans of 2019 Top Picks for Reducing Engine Buildup 2
Oil catch cans work by condensing oil vapors and other junk from your PCV system into a canister which you then empty periodically. For many newer direct injection gasoline engines, this can be an essential preventative measure to help keep […]
Used Car Buying Guide for 2002-2006 Honda CRV’s: With Photos
Honda CRV Used Car Buying Guide Are you thinking about buying a 2002 to 2006 Honda CRV? I recently was helping some friends do a pre-purchase inspection on a 2006 Honda CRV. here are some important things I learned when […]
Updated: Best Cheap Oil Catch Cans of 2019 Top Picks for Reducing Engine Buildup
Oil catch cans work by condensing oil vapors and other junk from your PCV system into a canister which you then empty periodically. For many newer direct injection gasoline engines, this can be an essential preventative measure to help keep […]
How Old is Scotty Kilmer & Where Does He Live?
You may be asking yourself who is Scotty Kilmer, I did some research and gathered some interesting facts about him. Scotty Kilmer Age: Scotty Kilmer was born on October 2, 1953, making him roughly 65 years old. He was born in Niagra Falls, […]
The Tools That 95 Mechanics Wish They Would’ve Learned About Sooner
A couple of months ago on the Automotive Technicians Facebook Group, I asked the community what tips they wish they would’ve learned sooner. This also involved discussion of favorite tools. After all, a favorite tool is one that makes your […]
How To: What I Wish I Knew About AAA Motorcycle Towing
This is from my first-hand experience from yesterday using my AAA (Triple-A) premier membership to get my motorcycle towed in Los Banos, California. I was 80 miles from my house when my bike started to show signs of overheating. Being […]
5 Annoying Things Beginner Mechanics Do
Learning to work on cars is challenging, fun and rewarding. You’ll develop an understanding of how your car works. You will quickly start learning your way around your car and what all the different parts do. Just as much as […]
Top 10 Cool Automotive Tools
Here is the list of the top best coolest automotive tools in 2018. Some of these tools have been around forever, and others are new tools that automotive mechanics have grown to love. In 2018, these are the coolest mechanic […]
Throttle Cable Snapped? How To Ride Home With Broken Cable
Stuck side of the road with a snapped throttle cable? If your throttle cable breaks while riding a motorcycle, scooter, or driving a car it can be a real pain. The car may be mechanically fine, but without a throttle […]