If your MOT station has failed your classic car or issued an advisory for a split or damaged steering rack gaiter, this video tutorial will give you a step by step guide on replacing it. Ed Hughes will show you the right tools for the job, as well as hints and tips on replacing a steering rack gaiter whilst preserving the tracking settings on your classic car. This video is best watched in conjunction with our other tips video on replacing track rod end boots as that video offers more detail on the splitting of the track rod end ball joint.
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12:44Timing the Ignition and Replacing and Gapping Points
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15:59How to Check Your Engine for Wear and Tear
In the next step of basic engine maintenance, Ed explains how you can learn a great deal about a car engine’s wear and general health by inspecting a few key components and completing a test or two.
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24:27How to Rebuild an Overhead Valve Head and Fit With New Gasket
In the final step of the engine decoking process, you’ll learn to reassemble the head, replace a new gasket, and remount the cleaned and decoked components onto the engine block. Ed walks you step by step through the finishing methods needed to put the cylinder head back together and make sure everything is properly affixed and operational.
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19:30MIG Welding Masterclass: Welding a Patch Repair
Taking care of a rotten part on your car can be challenging, but fixing the problem before it spreads is highly important for the overall integrity of the body. Michael Coman helps you through the often difficult process of removing a corroded section from a car’s frame and welding a simple patch to fill the gap and restore the strength of your vehicle.
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