Replacing the front & rear engine mounts on a 2001 Volvo S60 T5 is a moderately easy DIY.   Parts & Tools You’ll Need: 2 New Engine Mounts (They’re identical for front & rear) Floor jack, jack stands, wheel chocks Sockets, Ratchet, extensions, universal joint Wrenches Torque...

Endurance racing, especially the 24 hour variety, isn’t for everyone. When we made our first attempt I was all-in and it was a good thing because we were on the brink of disaster the entire race. It started with a partial head gasket failure, but fortunately, we were able to find the source of...

Replacing the engine hood lift strut on a 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190E is an easy DIY that takes virtually no time to complete.   Part + Tools you’ll need: Hood Lift Strut Needle Nose Pliers Small Flathead Screwdriver Hood Prop (like a broom stick handle) Ready to replace your hood lift...

Replacing the front right engine mount on a 2004 Saab 9-3 Arc is an easy DIY that takes virtually no time to complete.   Parts & Tools You’ll Need: Front Right Engine Mount Floor Jack & Small 2x4 Wood Section Impact Wrench & Sockets Small Flathead Screwdriver Flashlight   Ready To...

FCP Euro has expanded its awards program to recognize the top three vendors who, over the course of 2016, have provided FCP Euro’s team members with the best customer service, best marketing support, and the best training support. We’re proud to honor the team at Interamerican Motor Corporation...

Replacing the shock mounts on a 2004 Saab 9-3 Arc is an easy DIY that takes about an hour to complete. I found a large crack in each side at over 135k miles so keep an eye on yours if you’re in this mileage vicinity.   Parts & Tools You’ll Need: Shock Mounts Floor jack, jack stands + wheel...

P1 Volvo Oil Change Keeping up with routine maintenance will help ensure that your vehicle remains on the road for thousands of miles. Frequently changing the oil is one of the most important service items which any individual should be capable of doing in their own driveway. While your first oil...

Replacing the tie rod ends on a 2004 Saab 9-3 Arc is an easy DIY that takes about 1 hour to complete. I recommend scheduling a professional wheel alignment at a nearby repair shop that has Tech 2 software needed to calibrate Saab’s steering sensors, timing it so that it’s ready to be performed...

Replacing the fuel filter on a 2001 Volvo S60 T5 is an easy DIY that takes about 15-30 minutes to complete.   Part & Tools You’ll Need: Fuel Filter Floor Jack, Jack Stand, Wheel Chocks Ratchet & Sockets Drain Pan Clean Rags About 15-30 Minutes Of Free Time   Ready To Replace Your Fuel...

So what does 2017 have to offer? To start with, you will get 525,600 minutes or 8760 hours or 365 days or one trip around the sun, depending on how you prefer to look at it. Regardless, it is a new year for car enthusiasts to set some time aside and get going on long overdue projects. A year...