Italian Car Fest 2022
The goal of Italian Car Fest is to not only be a party for fellow Italian car enthusiasts, but to also promote Italian cars to the public.
The review you’ve all been waiting for!
The Abarth shoes from DICorse are in, and I like them. These are an officially licensed Abarth product. Not that knock off crap you see elsewhere.
Challenges getting Automotive Parts
Getting parts to maintain your ride is critical. How will changing geopolitics effect availability?
Rovsun Ultrasonic Cleaner Unboxing and Test
You might not think you need an ultrasonic cleaner, but once you have one you’ll find it very useful. They are fantastic for cleaning grime off parts with intricate details.
Setting up a Brand New Carburetor.
A carb that has already been in service for decades has the benefit of being setup long ago, but brand new carbs are going to need an initial setup…
Installing USB power in the engine bay.
I needed USB power ports in the engine bay of the 4C for a specific purpose, so I wired up a Vemote Waterproof Motorcycle USB Phone Charger. Worked great! Watch the video of the install.
Center Lift Point on a 124 Spider
You can generally lift a stiff unibody car anywhere along its pinch welds so long as you use a pinch weld protector. Armed with this knowledge, you can…
Alfa 4C Ignition Coil install on Abarth 500
I like to encourage people to DIY, and replacing ignition coil packs is something anyone can do. It’s so easy, we did it in the parking lot at our monthly FIAT meet. To get at the coil packs, you have to first remove the engine cover. This will be different on other vehicles, but on […]
ACDelco Brushless Ratchet 1-year Review
As a pseudo-professional DIY’er, I need quality tools that won’t break the bank. This ACDelco cordless ratchet has exceeded my expectations, and it’s just fun using it. Check out this year long test.
Electric Vehicles are Loud
Anyone who says EVs are quiet is full of bologna! Sure, they might not have any engine noise, but they have just as much wind and road noise as any other vehicle.
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