Category: automotive / marine

How to and pro tips for automotive / marine mechanical issues.

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How A Car’s Cooling System Works

Explanation of car's engine cooling system - basic principles anyone can understand, its operation and major components. Shows cross-section diagrams and test equipment in use to troubleshoot failing system. Shows basic thermostat test. One of the most common "break down" issues for older cars and trucks.
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Top 10 Shop Supplies You Need At Home

Bonding agents, degreasers, lubricants and solvents make up my Top ten list of must-have products for auto, home and workshop. Products shown are widely available in Canada and the US but may be difficult to obtain in more environmentally conscious countries.
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Lube Oil & Filter – Pro Mechanic Tips & Tricks

Professional mechanic's tips and tricks of the trade for easier lube, oil and filter service. ( It's like lifehacks for mechanics & automotive hobbyists ). Simple ideas that can save time, energy and money whether you're an amateur or a professional.
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Stuff You Need In Your Car

Be road ready with these Top 12 + basic and inexpensive things you really need to keep in your car for accidents, auto failures and emergency preparedness. Survive the drive! You will wish you had all these things in your car when you need them. Remain calm and keep watching Repairs101.
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How to make Battery Cables

How to make crimped, soldered and waterproofed battery terminal connections without expensive equipment as demonstrated by Heavy Duty Mechanic. Options explored include improvised crimping technique and ready to use solder filled terminals.
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How to Change Transmission Oil

Changing transmission fluid (Dextron iii) in a Malibu Skier's Borg-Warner Velvet Drive 1:1 output marine gearbox. Demonstrates tools used to recover old oil and a pro tip on what to do if you can't find a clean funnel to refill the gear case with.
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Electric Motor Explained

Unboxing a 1965 Science Kit and assembling a DC Electric Motor while explaining the components that make it work.
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How To Jump Start Car Batteries

– Easy To Follow Step By Step Guide Alright today on Repairs101 I’m going to show you the correct procedure to jump start the battery...
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Air Conditioning Smell Funky?

How to do-it-yourself instructional on eliminating funky odors coming from your car's air-conditioning system. Includes 60 second Air Conditioning theory lecture with 3D model and advice on how to prevent funky smells, mould, mildew and fungus.
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Water In Fuel

Discussion about water in fuel contamination. Symptoms, sources and solutions including an old truckers' trick. Plus a demo of Kolor Kut water finding paste.

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