Automotive wiring is a source of anxiety and frustration for a lot of us car enthusiasts. After numerous projects, I’ve finally become comfortable with it, but there is one task I still hate to do. That’s tapping into a perfectly good wiring harness to add a new circuit or accessory. […]
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How to Make Great Wiring Harnesses for Your Project
Next time you’re walking a car show, look beyond the shiny paint and wild wheels on those custom builds to see what truly separates the great cars from those that are just okay. It’s often the little details like the correct finish on certain hardware, or panels that have been […]
Basic EFI Electronic Fuel Injection Wiring Tips
Wiring a car from scratch or adding a new wiring harness section to your vehicle may be a scary task and confuses many people. Luckily simple add-on EFI kits from brands like Holley and FiTech make it really easy to upgrade your classic car to electronic fuel injection. Below are […]
How to Use a Propane Torch
Propane torches are fantastic tools that are widely used in the automotive industry. These torches have stainless steel flame tubes made for rugged use and long-lasting ability, providing a soft, dispersed flame that is ideal for body solder and plastic forming jobs. Below, you will learn how to properly use a propane torch for your automotive needs.
Wiring and Fabricating a Fuse Box Mount
One of the biggest hurdles of converting Project Pile House from “garage art” to an actual running, driving vehicle is putting some wiring into the vehicle. I’m running a carbureted small block Cheverolet V8 (SBC) so there is little to make the truck run and move under its own power, but some wiring is needed to make it street legal.