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Most shops and professionals will be able to hear these engine noises and tell you what’s going on right away. So, if you're looking to learn how to repair vehicles, diagnosing these sounds is a good first step in understanding the fundamentals of engine operation.

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Tech Corner: What Was That?! Diagnosing Engine Noises

December 6, 2018December 4, 2018 Mark Williams 0 Comments Diagnosing Engine Trouble, Engine Noises, Engine Problems, Engine Trouble

We’ve all started up our cars, driven them around and heard it: the dreaded squeal, ping, pop, knock, tick, or

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Bolt-on boost works--but there are a few things you'll want to consider before you upgrade that naturally-aspirated engine to forced induction.

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What You Need to Know About Bolt-On Boost

December 5, 2018November 14, 2023 Mark Williams 0 Comments Bolt-On Boost, Camshaft, ECU, Edelbrock, Engine Upgrades, Forced Induction, Horsepower, Keystone Automotive, Modifications, STS, Supercharger, tuning, Turbo, Turbochargers, Vortech

Let’s face it, the world of performance is changing. More and more, we see automakers pushing vehicles straight from the

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When we say small mods for power, we mean upgrades that are easy-to-install and will help enhance this age-old process.

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Small Mods Can Have BIG Impact

December 5, 2018April 25, 2022 Bruce Lindermann 0 Comments ACCEL, AEM, Cat-back exhaust, Coil Packs, DEI, Diablo, Edelbrock, Engine Maintenance, Engine Mods, Engine Upgrades, Exhaust System, Exhaust Wrap, Header Wrap, Hypermax, Ignition Box, Intake Manifold, K&N, Magnaflow, MSD, Performance Mods, Small Mods, Spark Plugs, Throttle Body Spacers, Tuner, Weiand

Year after year, new engines are introduced that produce more power than those that preceded it. Look no further than

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But the debate rages on among off-road enthusiasts as to which is better: Air Lockers or E-lockers?

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The Debate Rages On: Air Lockers or E-lockers?

December 4, 2018July 7, 2023 Mark Williams 0 Comments Air Lockers, ARB, Axle Upgrades, Differential Gears, Differentials, E-Lockers, Eaton, Locking Differential, Off Road, Off-Roading, Open Differential, Ring and Pinion, Truck and Off-Road, Upgrades, Yukon

Last updated 7/7/2023 The two main components of off-roading are simple: overcome obstacles and maintain traction. In fact, aftermarket mods

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We’re back with four excellent YouTube channels for gearheads. We curated this list with quality over quantity in mind. If you want to learn and laugh, then go ahead and hit “Subscribe” ASAP because we're certain these are winners: Donut Media, The Hoonigans, Engineering Explained, and Humble Mechanic.

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4 Must-Subscribe YouTube Channels for Gearheads

December 4, 2018December 3, 2018 Mag Boddington 0 Comments Donut Media, Engineering Explained, Humble Mechanic, The Hoonigans, YouTube Channels for Gearheads

A while back, we counted down the Top 10 Web Shows for Black Thumbs. While any of those candidates is

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A revolutionary skateboard platform allows Rivian to redefine the structure, functionality, and capability of a pickup.

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Auto Industry News: Excitement from the 2018 LA Auto Show

December 3, 2018April 21, 2021 Stefanie Zalutko 0 Comments 2018 LA Auto Show, Audi e-Tron, Cadillac CT6-V, Honda Passport, Hyundai Palisade, Jeep Gladiator, LA Auto Show, Lincoln Aviator, Porsche 911, Rivian R1T

Of all the headlines this week, the 2018 LA Auto Show may shine brightest of all. The Jeep Gladiator set

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The 2020 Range Rover Evoque is a stylish and fun designer mutt from a breed that has lost its bite.

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2020 Range Rover Evoque: A Sleek and Fun Designer Mutt from a Breed That’s Lost Its Bite

December 2, 2018November 30, 2018 Mag Boddington 0 Comments 2020 Evoque, Evoque, Land Rover, Range Rover

The new-gen 2020 Range Rover Evoque was debuted in London this past month after a week or so of some

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Think Smaller: 2019 Midsize Truck Rundown

December 1, 2018November 28, 2018 Mag Boddington 0 Comments 2019 Ford Ranger, 2019 Toyota Tacoma, Chevy ZR2, Colorado, Colorado ZR2, Ford, Ford Ranger, Ford Trucks, Frontier, GMC, GMC Canyon, Honda, Honda Ridgeline, Midsize Truck, Midsize Trucks, Nissan Frontier, Off Road, Rigid Industries, Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, TRD Pro, Truck, Trucks, ZR2, ZR2 Bison

It’s true the Ford F-150 is America’s darling, with 40+ years in the #1 spot. And the other two prominent

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There's no shame in asking for a helping hand from some tried-and-true aftermarket brands. FX recovery straps and rope shackles, as well as the WARN recovery kit, are must-have items in the trunk. Likewise, the ARB Speedy Seal Tire Repair Kit ensures those wheels are pointed toward home instead of awaiting a tow.

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Start Early! Outdoor and Off Road Gift-Giving Ideas for the Upcoming Holiday Season

November 30, 2018September 11, 2023 Stefanie Zalutko 0 Comments Aftermarket Seating, ARB, Auxiliary Lighting, Battery Charger, Battery Power, Brandmotion, Covercraft, CTEK, Dash Cameras, Dash Cams, Ford Raptor, Furrion, Gift Ideas, GoPro, iLive, LED lighting, Light Bar, Off Road, Off Road Enthusiasts, Off Road Gear, Off-Roading, Performance Tool, Portable Battery Charger, Powersports, Recovery Gear, Rigid Industries, RIGID Reflect, Rugged Ridge, RV, Seat Covers, Smittybilt, Toy Car, TrailFX, Traxxas, Truck and Off-Road, UTV, Vision-X, WARN, WASP, Weego, Winegard ConnecT

Really, is it ever too early to celebrate Christmas? The season of holiday gift-giving is now among us. Then again,

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Eyeing up bigger tires? The Engine Block explains the work involved in going from 35s to 37s.

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Tech Corner: Going from 35s to 37s—Bigger Tires is a BIG Investment

November 29, 2018November 29, 2018 Bruce Lindermann 0 Comments 35s, 37s, Bigger Tires, Hypertech, Off Road, Off-Roading, Wheels and Tires

Is there ever a time when we don’t crave more? Bigger, bolder, grander, flashier. In the battle of man’s ego,

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