Paul Norman Jasper

A vehicle alternator is a complex component at the heart of the electrical system. It contains an outside stationary winding, the stator and a rotating inner winding or rotator. Voltage runs through...

Even a novice automotive technician should know that the primary purpose of the alternator is to maintain battery charge and keep the electrical system working properly. What you may not realize is...

Friction. That is what is required to bring a moving vehicle safely to a halt. Rainwater and damp weather make surfaces more slippery. Understanding the concept behind each of these two statements...

This is a problem relating to multi-port fuel injected vehicles. Previously, fuel entered the intake manifold through a carburetor or fuel injectors positioned in a throttle body.The fuel passing...

It is a rare incident when a new car or truck requires repair. Even when such a situation does arise, the vehicle is usually covered by the manufacturer’s warranty and the defects are taken care of by...

The serpentine belt is an often overlooked culprit of a number of mechanical failures for aging cars. Keeping yours working properly requires minimal effort, as the only maintenance required for these...

If you think that visiting your dealership or local automotive repair place seems to be more expensive than it should be, you are right. Many common maintenance jobs are easy enough that any car owner...

If your vehicle’s battery warning light is illuminated, it is an indication the alternator might require replacement. Thankfully, you can perform this replacement on your own in an hour or less. Seize...

The crank sensor in your vehicle will not last forever. However, extensive use across hundreds of thousands of miles is not the sole reason for crank sensor malfunction. There are all sorts of...

Today’s vehicles are distributorless, so they need a way to determine timing – when the intake and exhaust valves open and close, and when the pistons go up and down. Vehicle engines have four-cycles...

The drive belt in your vehicle is guided by the idler pulley. The idler pulley ensures adequate tension remains while the belt moves as necessary when the vehicle reaches high rates of speed. If the...

How to Test and Replace Your Truck’s AlternatorAre you having charging problems in your truck? It can be a result of several items including your alternator or battery that needs to be replaced. Both...

There is no reason to be intimidated by the prospect of replacing your vehicle’s worn or broken serpentine belt. With the right tools, knowledge, and willpower, you can replace this essential belt on...

Check under your car and you’ll notice what looks like multiple mufflers underneath. The one closest to your car’s engine is the catalytic converter, tasked with neutralizing the harmful pollutants...

Whether you are rebuilding a classic muscle car or creating a race car able to blister the pavement, you know that engine temperature is key in producing more horsepower. If the engine block is...