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How to torque wrench

How to torque wrench

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How to Use a Torque Wrench

Check out this post for directions on how to use a torque wrench.

January 13, 2022

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Winter Driving Tips

Review our winter driving tips to ensure you're ready for whatever winter throws at you.

January 11, 2022

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How to Read a Gear Oil Viscosity Chart

This comparative viscosity chart can help determine if two or more lubricants have similar viscosities.

January 6, 2022

Used motor oil disposal

Used motor oil disposal

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Used Oil Disposal: How To Do It Right

Oil-change centers and municipal recycling centers often provide used oil disposal at no charge.

December 28, 2021

Car driving in winter

Car driving in winter

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How to Get the Best Gas Mileage in Winter

You've probably noticed gas mileage drops in winter. Here's how you can get the best gas mileage in winter.

December 21, 2021

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The Pros and Cons of Semi-Synthetic Oils and Synthetic Blends

Synthetic blends and semi-synthetics both use a combination of conventional and synthetic base oils.

December 17, 2021

5W-20 vs 5W-30 vs 10W-30

5W-20 vs 5W-30 vs 10W-30

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5W-20 vs 5W-30 vs 10W-30: What’s the Difference?

The primary differences are their viscosities when cold and once your engine has reached operating temperature.

December 16, 2021

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How to Clean Fuel Injectors

If investigating how to clean fuel injectors, consider using a proven additive before spending money on expensive mechanical services.

December 6, 2021

Car driving in snow during winter

Car driving in snow during winter

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What Motor Oil is Best for Winter? (And Other Cold-Weather Questions)

Synthetics remain fluid in cold weather to ease cold starts and improve wear protection.

December 2, 2021

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What Happens if I Use the Wrong Weight (Viscosity) of Oil?

It's best to use the viscosity recommended in your owner's manual, but a slightly thicker oil or thinner oil likely...

September 14, 2021

Engine antifreeze and coolant reservoir

Engine antifreeze and coolant reservoir

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What is Antifreeze? We Explain Here.

Motorists know the importance of keeping their vehicles’ antifreeze reservoirs full, but what is antifreeze and when should you change...

September 9, 2021

Repack trailer bearings

Repack trailer bearings

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How to Repack Trailer Bearings

Repack your trailer bearings yearly to ensure your next vacation or trip to the lake goes smoothly. Here's how to...

September 7, 2021

Kenny Hauk dynos a Cummins 4BT

Kenny Hauk dynos a Cummins 4BT

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AMSOIL Helps Awaken 500+ HP Cummins 4BT Engine

We help Kenny Hauk's crew turn a stock 105-hp Cummins 4BT engine into a 500-hp powerplant for his latest build.

August 25, 2021

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Is Starting Fluid Bad for Gas Engines?

In small doses and used properly, starting fluid can be effective in hard-starting gasoline engines. But it can be bad...

August 10, 2021

How to bleed brakes

How to bleed brakes

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How to Bleed Brakes

It's a good idea to change brake fluid every two years or whenever you change brake pads. In this video,...

July 26, 2021

SYNTHETIC VS. CONVENTIONAL

Although you might know that synthetic oils outperform conventional oils, you might not understand why. The differences begin at the molecular level.

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