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Looking to make your pickup stand out from the pack, while also adding a healthy dose of capability to go with your style statement? If you’re an off-road fan, there are a number of accessories and parts you can install that will help you go farther down the trail and look good while doing it. […]
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Several automotive fluids are critical to your vehicle’s longevity and reliability. Some you deal with on a weekly basis, others a few times a year, and still others you might not even know about. For example, the fuel gauge tells you when it’s time to add gasoline, diesel, or ethanol. Since your tire pressure varies […]
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Auto repair, whether DIY or professional, can be a dirty and dangerous business. Every time you go under the hood or under the car, you’re sure to come out the other end of the job with a new layer of grease—and maybe a nick or two. Still, just because that’s “normal” doesn’t mean you shouldn’t […]
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Rust is the enemy of any Canadian motorist. Insidious, expensive to repair, and dangerous to the safety of your vehicle, rust and corrosion are aided and abetted by our country’s love affair with road salt: a chemical which together with winter’s wet works to make Swiss cheese of your vehicle’s steel panels and suspension components […]
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A jack is a basic tool that should be found in any DIYer’s garage. It’s also a crucial piece of safety equipment, a must-have in your trunk or cargo area should you ever find yourself stuck dealing with a flat tire and no cell phone service. That being said, there are several different types of […]
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In 2016, nearly 12 million Canadians commuted to work in private vehicles as drivers. Thus, for the continued success of our workers and country, maintaining reliable vehicles is critical. After all, if your vehicle isn’t running right, you’re wasting fuel, polluting the air and water, and spending more than necessary. Your car might even leave […]
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Whether you’re an occasional tinkerer, or whether you get serious about your automotive repair projects, everything goes that much more smoothly when you’ve got the right tools for the job at your fingertips. Knowing how to outfit your garage so that you won’t be scrambling to your local NAPA store at the last minute when […]
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Looking at a professional mechanic’s toolbox, which can easily weigh over a tonne, you might wonder if you need as many tools for DIY car maintenance and repair. The simple answer is, “No, you don’t need that many tools,” but there are a few essential tools, whether you’re maintaining your new car, repairing your used […]
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When it comes to DIY auto repair, you can do a lot of things with a basic set of hand tools. With a decent set of wrenches, pliers, ratchets, and sockets, plus a few other specialty tools and a repair manual, you could rebuild an entire vehicle. Still, there are times when maybe you need […]
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Spring is here, which means it’s time to put away your winter tires and slap on your summer set. This is one of the easiest tasks that any aspiring do-it-yourselfer can get started with, but that doesn’t mean it won’t take the right tools, know-how and attitude to get it done correctly, and safely. Wondering […]
