Articles
Being a trained Gunsmith, rule #1 is before you can fix any thing, you need to know exactly how it was designed to work and why it failed. That's why I have tried to explain this repair to the extent that you need not piece together bits of info from a variety of sources as I had to to learn...
I did a novel rear shock install with my coil spring conversion. I wanted the ability to raise the rear a bit if need be or like some, might want to hall some weight. The fix is get a pair of Monroe MA815 Max air shocks with that air line kit that comes with them. The only thing you will use off...
I'm not going to count CFM's or any flow charts or what have you. My goal for my 97 base is to simply get maybe a little over 300hp under the hood . I'll lean on three things, a latter to be bought 2.5" SS dual exhaust, one of the chips and a free-er flowing air box to let the top end smile a...
This procedure is based on a collaboration of information from the forums, the Ford TSB and personal experience. I’ve only included what I feel is relevant in order to refill the system properly as quickly as possible. The general concept here is that air will accumulate at the highest point in...
Remove adhesive from back. Finger nail or flathead screw driver works good.
400 grit sandpaper to sand off black backing.
Tape off edges and front.
Paint. You can use fingernail polish or get a small bottle of OEM touch up.
Install with double sided 3M tape.
Modifying stock speakers for better sound and clarity.
Remove back cover.
Cut white & black wire at circuit board.
Remove small area of protect coating to yellow and black wires.
Attach White wire to yellow wire and black wire to black wire.
Drill one inch hole in backside of...
By: Quik LS
Excerpts from Taurus Club of America
I purchased :
- 12,000mcd RED LEDs off e-bay (100 LEDs for $18)
- 560ohm resisters from Radioshack
I then
- soldered 9 LEDs in parallel into a V and attached a resistor to one leg
- covered them in glue to keep it water tight
- pulled the...
Car washes can be hard on the fragile power antenna mast in the Lincoln Town Car. However, it is relatively easy to replace and not very expensive. Antenna masts can be found frequently on Ebay for between $10 and $20. This procedure also applies to most Lincoln Automobiles.
Tools:
-Needle...
This is probably the easiest car maintenance I have ever done. All you need is a few tools you can find around the house and less then 1 hour of your time. When you are done, congratulations, you just saved yourself $90.00!
Tools Needed
Flat head screwdriver, Small Bolt Set
Old newspapers or...
Restore your Lincoln or Cadillac headlights using clear coat!
This video will show you how to clean and restore your headlights so they will never turn yellow or hazy again! You have seen videos on restoring headlights with bug spray, toothpaste, baking soda, and the kits you buy in the...
Learn how to leather cover and refinish your car's steering wheel. I show you everything you need to know from how to remove your steering wheel, remove the airbag, and more so you can wrap your steering wheel with a new leather cover that looks amazing!
Steering wheel puller...
We are back at the 2005 Cadillac Deville. This time step-by-step replacement on the front disk brake pads and rotors.
Doing this DIY project will give you huge savings on labor.
It is a 3 hour morning job for the average guy. Total Parts cost $65.00 when sourced on eBay. Total Labor savings...
A good video tutorial showing how to replace the rear brake rotor and pads on the 2001-2005 Cadillac Deville.
.
This video is for information only. You should always use the service manual and be competent in auto repair. If you do it wrong you will die.
By: Pepsi2185
Safety
Exercise caution when working around electronics and unless you are well versed in automotive electronics DO NOT USE A TEST LIGHT. Although many times it is harmless to use a test light, in only takes one poke to destroy a 5 thousand dollar body controller...
By: Pepsi2185
Safety
Exercise caution when working around electronics and unless you are well versed in automotive electronics DO NOT USE A TEST LIGHT. Although many times it is harmless to use a test light, in only takes one poke to destroy a 5 thousand dollar body controller.
Identification...
Submitted by: Arnott, Inc
1. Raise vehicle with proper lifting equipment. The tires must be off the ground. Suspension must be fully down with no load.
ALWAYS USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN LIFTING VEHICLE!
(Refer to your owners manual for lifting instructions)
2. Remove front wheel(s)...
By: Pepsi2185
Safety
Exercise caution when working around electronics and unless you are well versed in automotive electronics DO NOT USE A TEST LIGHT. Although many times it is harmless to use a test light, in only takes one poke to destroy a 5 thousand dollar body controller...
By: Speedy_2
Ok, here's my "How To" on installing the "Nitrous Express "Incognito" Hidden Dry System"(NX# 60000) and give your 1998 Cadillac STS Performance Power
Here's the kit
(Click on photos to enlarge them)
System comes with:
# 1.4 lb. bottle
# solenoid
# fill fitting
# polyline
#...
Submitted by: StealthV
Variable-assist power steering A power steering system that uses valves and speed sensors to vary the amount of steering assist according to engine or road speed. At slow speeds more steering assist is delivered and steering the wheels is easier; necessary for parking...
Submitted by StealthV
Items Required:
-- Four quarts of Dextron III Automatic Transmission Fluid (for mine I used Mobil1 ATF).
-- Fluid pump (make sure the threads are big enough for the Mobil1 bottle) or a suction gun would also work well
-- Oil drain pan
-- Set of Rhino ramps (preferable) or...