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Broken Ball Joint
Ball joints are a crucial part of a car’s suspension. They’re attached to the steering knuckle or spindle, sometimes one…
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When Total Destruction is the Only Option
Bolts don’t always come out. Parts don’t always want to come off. This happens a lot here in New York,…
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Remove Cover Before Use
Even if it means less business for mechanics, it’s good to know how to do basic maintenance on your car.…
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Stinky Air Filter
I was getting a brand new car ready to be delivered when I noticed it did not smell good with…
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Selections from Social Media Vol. 1
I put out new blog posts here every Monday and Thursday, but the rest of the week I’m also posting…
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Throwback: Surprise Passenger
Going back a couple years for a throwback to a special visitor in the shop. It’s a regular Saturday morning…
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Clogged Radiator Causing A/C Problems
Another car with an air conditioning problem came in. This time, the air conditioning would work fine for a little…
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Taps & Dies vs. Thread Chasers: What’s the Difference?
When threads get damaged on bolts or in bolt holes, there are two options: taps & dies, or thread chasers.…
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Overheated Brake Pads
Brake pads need to be lubricated periodically, or they’ll stick in the holders. When that happens, they can start to…
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Rusted Exhaust Leads to Melted Gas Tank
Rust is never a good thing when it comes to cars, and one of the parts most subject to rust…
