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Torquing Tech: What You Need To Know
Understanding Torque Specs in Automotive Applications Righty-tighty, till snug. Exactly, how much torque does that bolt need? If it’s too tight you risk snapping the
LS Engine Coils – Far From Appealing
Cleaning Up LS Valve Covers With Holley The LS engine is known for its incredible power and performance. These engines have found their way into
Holley LS Oil Pans – How To Choose
Which Holley LS Oil Pan Is Right For Your Ride? Swapping an LS engine into a classic Camaro, Nova, Chevelle, or G-Body has never been
Driveshafts: The Missing Link
Driveshafts: The Backbone of a Smooth Ride When upgrading or restoring a vehicle, the driveshaft is often the last component people think about. Yet, it
Not All Paints Are Created Equal
Exploring the Types of Paint on Classic Chevrolets The paint on classic Chevrolet muscle cars isn’t just about the sleek, polished exterior. These cars have
Weatherstripping 102: Types and DIY Replacement
Weatherstripping: The Overlooked Essential Back in Part 1, we discussed the importance of weatherstripping in keeping your classic car’s interior safe from the elements, noise,
Shorting Out: Diagnosing Electrical Issues
Electrical Problems: How To Find and Repair Diagnosing electrical problems in a car can be challenging. You might notice that certain things, like lights or
Seeing Clearly: Auto Glass
Auto glass is an important component in any vehicle, providing structural support, aerodynamics, and contributing to safety and comfort. Over time, the industry has advanced
What’s Killing Your Classic Car
Things That Are Killing Your Classic Car Keeping your classic car inside a garage should keep it in pristine condition, right? Well there are things
Stencils and Stripes: How To Apply
Tips and Tricks For Applying Stencils and Stripes There’s nothing that says ‘race car’ quite like a set of racing stripes. You can build a
Making Your Classic Car Safer On The Road
How to Make Your Classic Car Safer on the Road A common myth regarding classic muscle cars is that they aren’t safe. We debunked that
What It Takes To Install An LS Engine!
LS Engine Swaps: What You Need To Know What does it take to install an LS engine? Exactly how hard is it? Can you reuse
Weatherstripping 101: What You Need To Know
Weatherstripping: The Most Overlooked Item Just about the last thing you’d be excited about on a car is weatherstripping. You’re focused on what engine, the
How To Get Info: Manuals, Forums, Groups, Etc.
Manual Overload: How To Get The Right Info For Your Ride When you are restoring your classic car, knowing how parts come apart and get
Pros and Cons of GM Automatic Transmissions
GM Automatic Transmissions With so many transmission options available, how do you choose the right transmission? You can go with an old-school two-speed Hydra-Matic or
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Brake Installation Guides
1964-72 Chevelle & El Camino and 1970-1972 Monte Carlo
1967-1969 Camaro
1962-1974 Chevy Nova
Dakota Digital Instrument Installation Guides
- VHX Instrument Installation – 1967 and 1968 Camaro systems
- VHX Instrument Installation – 1969 Camaro systems
- VHX Instrument Installation – 1970-1981 Camaro
- VFD3 Gauge Kit (Vacuum Fluorescent Digital Dashboard) Installation and Operation Manual
- PAC-1300A – Retained Accessory With Dome And Headlight Control
- GSS-2000 – Universal Gear Shift Sender
- VHX Instrument Installation – 1964-1965 Chevelle, Malibu, & El Camino
- VHX Instrument Installation – 1966-1967 Chevelle, Malibu and El Camino
- VHX Instrument Installation – 1968 Chevelle/El Camino Systems
- VHX Instrument Installation – 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle, El Camino and Malibu
- VHX Instrument Installation – 1970-1972 Chevy Chevelle & El Camino (SS-Style Dash)
- VHX Instrument Installation – 1978-88 Chevy El Camino/GMC Caballero, 78-83 Chevy Malibu
- VFD3 Gauge Kit (Vacuum Fluorescent Digital Dashboard) Installation and Operation Manual
- PAC-1300A – Retained Accessory With Dome And Headlight Control
- GSS-2000 – Universal Gear Shift Sender
- VHX Instrument Installation- 1963-165 Chevy Nova
- VHX Instrument Installation- 1962 Nova with use of 1963-1965 Bezel
- VHX Instrument Installation – 1966-1967 Chevy Nova
- VFD3 Gauge Kit (Vacuum Fluorescent Digital Dashboard) Installation and Operation Manual
- PAC-1300A – Retained Accessory With Dome And Headlight Control
- GSS-2000 – Universal Gear Shift Sender
