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How To Remove and Replace Valves in a Cylinder Head -EricTheCarGuy

If you need to remove a valve from a cylinder head either to replace the valve or replace the valve seals, this video will help…

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Micro-start XP-1 Review -EricTheCarGuy

Microstart XP-1 $159.95 Link to product: http://www.motorfiend.com/antigravity-batteries-c-7656.html I’d been considering getting a jump box for the shop for a while now and Motorfiend sent me…

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Fabricating Exhaust Parts -EricTheCarGuy

Fabricating exhaust parts is not something that you will always need to do but when you do need to, it’s good to have the right…

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EricTheCarGuy Answers Questions Live #23 7/16/2014

The next live hang out is scheduled for August 13, 2014 at 7pm EST. Check my Google+ page for details: https://plus.google.com/b/100195180196698058780/100195180196698058780/posts On July 30 I…

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EricTheCarGuy Answers Questions Live #21 6/18/2014

The next live hang out is scheduled for July 2, 2014 at 7pm EST. Check my Google+ page for details: https://plus.google.com/b/100195180196698058780/100195180196698058780/posts In this show we…

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How To Check Timing Chain Slack -EricTheCarGuy

If you have some strange performance problems like hesitation, misfires, or perhaps even a check engine light for a cam or crank sensor, you might…

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Grey Pneumatic 89653CRD 1/4″ Socket Set Tool Review -EricTheCarGuy

GP 6pt set $129.99 Link to set: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/grey-pneumatic-89653crd-1-4-dr-53pc-fractional-metric-duo-socket-set-6-point#oid=1002_1 GP 12pt set $154.56 Link to set: http://www.jbtoolsales.com/grey-pneumatic-89253crd-1-4-dr-53pc-fract-metric-duo-socket-set-12-pt#oid=1002_1 ***IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT THE EXTENSIONS IN THIS SET. The…

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BlueDriver Tool Review -EricTheCarGuy

BlueDriver $99.95US Link to site: http://www.lemurmonitors.com The BlueDriver from Lemur is a scan tool app that uses a blue tooth interface to communicate with your…

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How To Replace Brake Hoses -EricTheCarGuy

Yes, you heard right. I hope to take the Fairmont to the track soon and I’ll need to pass inspection to make a pass down…

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How To Find Engine Noises -EricTheCarGuy

So this 1997 Nissan Altima came in with a really bad engine noise. At first I thought it was the alternator but it turned out…

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CREE LED Headlight Installation 1992 Acura Vigor -EricTheCarGuy

When my friend Luke from Motor Fiend asked me if I’d like to try a new set of LED lights for my 1992 Acura Vigor…

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Kinderma Hand Kind Scrub Review -EricTheCarGuy

Hand Kind Scrub 20oz: $16.95 Hand Kind™ SCRUB Also check out Derma Rescue 3.5oz $62.50 DERMA RESCUE Since you’re awesome and an ETCG viewer, Kinderma…

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How To Change Power Steering Fluid -EricTheCarGuy

I’ve been asked about doing a video on changing out power steering fluid for some time. I’ve finally put together this video to answer to…

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ETCG Gets Schooled at the Race Track -EricTheCarGuy

I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not a race car driver. This video proves that I have much to learn when it comes…

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1979 Ford Fairmont Lighting Upgrade -EricTheCarGuy

This video works as a good guide for replacing these older sealed beam headlights. Given that you don’t see this type of headlamp much anymore,…

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Cleaning Catalytic Converters with Sodium Hydroxide -EricTheCarGuy

Let’s face it, replacing a catalytic converter can be expensive. So if there’s a way to clean them, I’m sure you’d rather try that first…

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Acura Vigor Blower Motor Replacement (Part 2) -EricTheCarGuy

Here’s Part 2 of the Acura Vigor Blower Motor Replacement video. This procedure also applies to the 96-99 2.5&3.2 TL. Premium Members of EricTheCarGuy.com have…

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How To Aim Headlights with Hoppy Aimers -EricTheCarGuy

Hoppy’s have been used for many years to align headlights. In this video I walk you through the steps of how to aim headlights with…

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EricTheCarGuy Answers Questions Live #26 9/10/2014

The next live hang out is scheduled for September 24, 2014 at 7pm EST. Check my Google+ page for details: https://plus.google.com/b/100195180196698058780/100195180196698058780/posts In this hang out…

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How To Retrofit an AC System R-12 to R-134a -EricTheCarGuy

Retrofitting AC systems is something that has been done for many years now. In 1996 systems were switched over to R134a from R12 refrigerant. R12…

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