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TopDon TopScan Review: A Little Scanner That’ll Surprise You!

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There's only one OBD II scanner that is likely to surprise, shock, and impress you at the same time, as you try to settle down in selecting or using an OBD scanner or code reader: it's the TopDon TopScan - a small, portable (but extremely powerful and competent) unit powered by Bluetooth, as this To...

Flat Clutch Even After Changing Master & Slave Cylinders

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Very few things in life beat the joy of driving a vehicle with a manual transmission, especially on a free road. However, a flat clutch is an issue that has made many drivers look away from manual trannies, even if it means having to replace bushings on an auto tranny, change fluids, consider filter...

Ancel BM300 Pro Battery Monitor Review (6V, 12, & 24V)

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When I first came across the Ancel BM300 Pro Battery Monitor, I had no idea how it was supposed to work and importantly, how it was that it could monitor up to four battery sets at the same time. As it's usual with me, I couldn't contain my excitement and immediately the shipment landed, I knew ...

Here’s Why Autos Doesn’t Easily Shift Beyond 3rd Gear

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It's common for the Lexus transmissions to 'hang' unto the third gear when cold during normal driving conditions. For many inexperienced users, this appears to be a malfunction. It's not and today, I explain why. Remember the cold, chilly mornings when you crank your vehicle and hit the free...

How Easy Is Auto DIY Repair on Today’s Modern Cars?

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I'm not sure I remember the year and exact trim of Peugeot my father drove back in the day. However, what I remember clearly is how simple the engine was and how, looking back, it was the perfect auto DIY repair candidate. The problem then was, the key of the cherished vehicle was always out of...

The ‘Logic’ of Stuffing Catalytic Converter Cases With Mesh

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I had a less busy weekend recently and as I usually do, I passed it around in a place where various artisans ply their trade, mechanics Kazeems inclusive. That weekend, I saw something that directly inspired today's article. What's the logic of stuffing catalytic converter cases with wire mesh, ...

My Car Consumes Fuel. I’ve Tried EVERYTHING. What Do I Do?

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Recently, I came across a fellow who relayed the title of today's entry exactly to me. In his words: 'My car consumes fuel. I've tried EVERYTHING. What do I do?' Naturally, I was concerned, and I asked a few questions to help me get a feel of the consumption he was complaining about and importan...

Is Ancel a Good Brand? An Honest, Straight Answer

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Someone asked me recently: 'Is Ancel a good brand?' Instinctively, I replied with an 'I don't know'. Then, like a bolt, it hit me: I've owned a ton of Ancel's products in the course of my DIY journey and my favorite glovebox scanner of all time, the AD410, is made by Ancel. This, without a shred...

Foxwell NT301 Review: A Big Bundle of (Good) Surprises

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If anyone had told me that today, I'd be typing this Foxwell NT301 review and silently chuckling, I would have heavily doubted it. The reason is simple and to the point: immediately after the NT301 shipped, I developed cold feet - and wondered if it would be worth my time. When I got the package...

Hyundai Joins Toyota in Rare Korean Racing Event

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Yesterday, Hyundai joined Toyota to co-host the Gazoo Racing Festival, held at the Everland Speedway, Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, Korea. It was a spectacle to behold as both companies showcased not just what's possible with their cars but allowed consumers to become part of that experience, right the...