SUNFIRE Heater Review
**Sponsored video** with great information. SUNFIRE sent me one of their SUNFIRE 150 heaters to try out in my shop. I’ve been using a ‘torpedo’ heater for years, it works,…
Factory Five Build Introduction
When viewer Malcolm Marsh reached out and asked me to build his Factory Five Cobra replica, I was a bit reluctant at first, but the more I thought about it,…
Sandblaster Basics
Earlier this year I picked up a new sandblaster. I’ve always wanted one for the shop because it makes cleaning and prepping parts so much easier. Along the way, I…
Check & Recheck Your Fasteners For Safety
**Sponsored Video**with great information. I’ve teamed up with LOCTITE in this video to highlight an important safety practice, rechecking your fasteners, especially on your repairs and vehicle builds. I recently…
Honda D Series Failed Engine Analysis X2
In this video I dissect 2 D16Y7 Honda engines to find the cause of the failures they had. One engine had a catastrophic failure, a broken connecting rod, the other…
1999 Honda Civic Engine and Transmission Replacement
In this video I replace the engine and automatic transmission in my sons 1999 Honda Civic. Personally, I don’t see this as a difficult job, especially if you’re fortunate enough…
What To Look For In a Used Engine
I recently picked up this D16Y7 as a replacement engine for my sons 1999 Honda Civic. When it arrived I looked it over to make sure everything was OK, but…
How To Install “Helper†Air Bags On Your Vehicle
I wanted to see if my lowered 1990 C1500 Chevy Truck could haul a car trailer. I quickly discovered that my suspension wasn’t up to the task. My solution was…
Salvage Yard Civic Engine Removal
In this video I remove the engine and automatic transmission from the 2000 Honda Civic I picked up from Pull-A-Part a couple of weeks back. I’m hoping the transmission is…
Mechanic Special 2000 Honda Civic
I recently picked up this 2000 Honda Civic from the Pull-A-Part in Indianapolis Indiana. I needed a replacement engine and transmission for my oldest sons 1999 Honda Civic. Apparently he…