Squeaky or worn belts, bearing noise, or both can indicate a failure in a BMW's serpentine belt system. We're back again with Gareth Foley to walk you through a replacement of all the accessory...
There has been a lot of talk over the past few years in the performance automotive circles about this curious new fuel that is slowly cropping up around the country. You may have seen it yourself - the bright yellow pump handles, large E85 banners promoting it's "green" and "renewable"...
Angel Eyes, or halo light rings around the headlights were a very popular upgrade for many BMW enthusiasts 5-6 years ago. I’ve not actually heard much talk of them in recent years but I thought it may be worth a post about them as they are definitely one of the more tasteful mods that can be done...
Since the 70s, emissions have been a major factor in the development of new automotive technology. It started with catalytic converters, then EVAP systems, and then OBD-II, which electronically monitors all emissions systems. Some emissions systems are just designed to curb harmful pollutants,...
Track driving is one of the most thrilling experiences for an automotive enthusiast, regardless of the vehicle. Having the opportunity to not only spend a weekend driving at Barber Motorsports Park, but do it in a field of new Porsches took that to an entirely new level. Day 1 Day 1 started...
The tell tale coil- Rex ignition coils are easily identified and are usually mounted on the driver strut mount. I have always been a Volvo man. My first car was an 83 240 wagon, which according to the state, I still own... (always keep your plates at the time of sale). I graduated from...
Volvo 940 Flame Trap Kit Old Redblock Volvos are notorious for their PCV system clogging up. Leave it unchecked for too long, and you would experience oil leaks that you just couldn’t figure out how to solve. So what is a PCV system and why does it matter? First off, PCV stands for...
As an enthusiast I've had several times in my life where a particular car that I wanted to buy was not conveniently located near me. Here I will detail what steps I go through when preparing to seal the deal. Find the car I will have a specific type or model of car that I’m looking for, that is...
Whenever I go into the garage to undertake a Volvo repair, lately it's always something I can't look forward to. I've replaced one too many CV axles and alternators to make me want to work on them as a hobby anymore. But every now and then, I'm surprised by how easy certain tasks are, even on...
If you've been paying attention to Volkswagen the last few years, you've surely noticed their gradual shift to direct injection. It offers better fuel economy, more power, and lower emissions than standard port injection. But this technology is so different from the old that not many people know...
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