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How To: Install rear disks and pads on a Honda Civic EP3
Check out this video tutorial to see how to replace your rear disk, pads, and brake line on a Honda Civic EP3 (SI or SIR). This could be similar to other vehicles.
How To: Install a rear sway bar on a Honda Civic EP3
Check out this video tutorial to see how to remove and install a rear sway bar on a Honda Civic EP3 (SI or SIR). This may be the same on other vehicles.
How To: Replace front brake pads and rotors on an automobile
Replacing brake discs can vary depending on the make and model of car, two wheel or four wheel drive. Always replace brake rotors with top quality or OEM (original equipment manufacturer) brake rotors; some less expensive brake rotors can squeak and not dissipate heat as well because of there inferior metal quality.
How To: Test the pressure regulator system on your automobile
This vehicle video tutorial contains a basic testing procedure using an automotive fuel pressure gauge as a detection tool. Correct fuel pressure and fuel pressure regulator operation is essential for your truck or car's engine to operate properly. Many engine run-ability problems can be related to a weak or failing fuel pump or faulty fuel pressure regulator. Problems can range from hard cold engine starting, low power and stalling while driving. This video contains visual information design...
How To: Replace a brake pad on a Honda Rebel 250 motorcycle
Learn how to change the brake pads on your cruiser style motorcycle Honda Rebel 250 or Honda CMX250C with this mechanics tutorial. Cruise the streets safer with this step by step motorcycle repair video.
How To: Know when to change motorcycle tires
Knowing when to change your motorcycles tires is an essential part of maintaining your bike in good condition. This video demonstrate types of tire wear that indicates when to change your motorcycle tires.
How To: Removal and install a rear motorcycle wheel
Save some money by learning how to change your bike's wheels. Here is a demonstration on how to remove the rear wheel on a motorcycle. The second part of this sequence shows you how to do a chain adjustment and reinstall your rear wheel. Happy riding!
How To: Removal and install a front motorcycle wheel
Are you motorcycle tires wearing out, but you don't have enough money to have a professional change them? Then watch this demonstration on how to remove and install the front wheel on a motorcycle.
How To: Remove a throttle body from a car
The throttle body forms part of the air intake system that controls the amount of air flowing into the car's engine. Watch this how to video to learn how to remove the "air pedal" or throttle body from your vehicle.
How To: Customize car wheels with paint
This is a step by step look at how to properly paint your car wheels. In this particular video the color selection for the wheel is black. A protective top coat is also applied (but not shown). Watch and begin customizing your car's wheels.
How To: Connect a trailer
A demonstration of how to hook the cab of a semi truck up to a trailer.
How To: Install CRG mirrors
Learn how to take of the mirrors on a Triumph Speed Triple and install new ones.
How To: Install a rear rotor to your motorcycle
Learn how to install a Star Rotor rear rotor to your motorcycle. The motorcycle used is a Triumph Street Triple.
How To: Fix a Shackle Bracket on a truck
Eric and his Labradors fix his shackle bracket on his truck.
How To: Change Fork Seals
A Motosport repair and maintenance expert gets you pointed on the right road to changing a fork seal with helpful advice and careful preparation.
How To: Replace a Tail Light
Arcane tips on replacing a burnt-out tail bulb.
How To: Change a seat cover on your motorcycle
See how to change a seat cover with help from MotoSport. Make your motorbike happy and give it a good seat cover. Change a seat cover on your motorcycle.
How To: Fix a sunroof leak in a 1993 Renault Clio
This is a short, detailed video of how to use a 1993 Renault Clio. It includes how to turn off and on the fan and the radio, also how to fix a leaking roof and how to remove the map light. You will also hear the clarity of standard Renault Clio speakers and you will also hear it's roaring engine.
How To: Rebuild a T3/T4 Turbo
See how to rebuild a T3/T4 turbo with a kit from G-Pop Shop.
How To: Rebuild a Chevy 350 transmission
Learn How to rebuild a 350 transmission off a late model Chevy with your friends at Accurate Transmissions in Upland.
How To: Make a quick-fix pantyhose alternator belt
You're driving down the road and all of a sudden SNAP—your alternator belt just snapped. You're losing power fast and need a quick fix, but there's no mechanic in sight. If you have a woman in the car, you may have a simple quick belt replacement—pantyhose. That's right, some simple pantyhose can act as a makeshift alternator belt until you find a proper solution, i.e. a real alternator belt. Check out this video to see how it's done!
How To: Jump start a car with a jumper cable
There’s nothing more frustrating than getting into your car, turning the key, and—nothing. The good news is that a quick jump-start is just a jumper cable away. Jump start a car with a jumper cable.
How To: Repair an RV drawer socket
Have your drawers dropped in your RV? If so it could be a simple problem to fix. Professor of RVing, Jim Twamley shows you how to fix a broken Face Frame Drawer Socket.
How To: Replace an RV entry lock
Professor of RVing, Jim Twamley talks about lock security and shows you how to replace an RV entry lock.
How To: Repair a Corian counter top in an RV
Learn how to repair a Corian counter top that is scratched, cracked or gouged in an RV or motorhome.
How To: Fix a stuck ignition
What can you do if the key won't turn in the ignition? Well, hopefully you're near a computer so you can watch this video! Learn how to fix a stuck ignition. Fix a stuck ignition.
How To: Use proper hammering technique on dents
Kevin Tetz of Paintucation give tips for saving your shoulders from a world of hurt by hammering from the wrist when banging out dents and surfaces.
How To: Mask a vehicle properly to prepare for painting
Kevin Tetz of Paintucation gives tips for masking your car before painting it. This is a crucial step to make sure paint and overspray does not get on the wrong spots.
How To: Clean a vehicle before painting it
Kevin Tetz of Paintucation gives tips for painting your own car - this video goes over giving the car a final wipe down before starting to repaint.
How To: Percolate a paint gun
Kevin Tetz of Paintucation shows how to percolate a paint gun to properly clean it.
How To: Vacuum seal spark plug tubes
Watch as John Edwards at Costa Mesa R&D uses a simple technique to seal leaking spark plug tubes on a Toyota cylinder head.
How To: Install a new chain on a Ducati Monster S2R
See how to install, rivet and tension a new chain on a Ducati Monster S2R. This video applies to all 2 Valve Ducatis.
How To: Adjust the valves on a 2 valve Ducati
Learn how to adjust the valves of your Ducati. This video applies to all 2 Valve Ducatis. Part 1 of 2 - How to Adjust the valves on a 2 valve Ducati.
How To: Install quick-change sprocket carrier on a Ducati
Watch and learn how to install a Afam quick-change sprocket carrier on your sing-sided swingarm Ducati. This video applies to all single-sided swingarm Ducatis.
How To: Maintain your Ducati motorcycle chain
Watch and learn how to correctly care for and maintain your motorcycle chain. Avoid chain "fling" and keep your chain in perfect condition for thousands more miles! This video applies to all Ducati Motorcycles.
How To: Recondition automotive lead/acid batteries
Walt Barr shows you all the steps to test and recondition automotive lead/acid batteries on one video.
How To: Refinish wheels using Dupli-Color wheel paint
Is the finish on your rims peeling off or cracking? If so, you may want to refinish them. This video shows you how using Dupli-Color wheel paint.
How To: Read a check engine light with CarChip
You don't have to be pyschic to know what that check engine light is trying to tell you. See how to use a handy device called the CarChip to read the engine's computer and save a trip to the mechanic.
How To: Remove scratches
This video shows you how to remove minor scratches from a Cobalt. It's almost impossible to completely remove all damage without repainting, but you can get pretty close - so check it out and learn how to get out those ugly scratches and nicks.
How To: Change the timing belt on a Ducati
Watch and learn how to correctly change your timing belts. This video applies to all 2 Valve Ducati Engines (Monster, Monster S2R, Supersport, Multistrada, ST2, ST3, MH900e, Sport Classic)