Modern power steering is a boon to the average driver, who often thinks nothing of this bit of technology under the car’s hood. Today, there are two basic types of power steering: hydraulic-assist and electric-assist. Whining noises are most likely to come from hydraulic power assist, but can come from …
In our forums, after I’d posted an article detailing simple ways to remove a crankshaft pulley, mechanic Big Block 409 challenged me to follow on that article with another detailing why a crankshaft pulley should be replaced (read it here). Challenge accepted! Before we can talk about the crankshaft pulley …
Many states have safety and/or smog inspections that vehicles are required to pass on a regular basis in order to qualify for legal registration to operate on the state’s roadways. Some states require both safety and emissions inspections and do so annually while others require only a safety or only …
The Ford plant in Kansas City, Missouri is expanding in a big way, thanks to blockbuster sales of the nation’s best-selling pickup truck and the introduction of a U.S.-made commercial van. Read more on TorqueNews
