If your MOT station has failed your classic car or issued an advisory note for a split or damaged track rod end boot, this video tutorial will give you a step by step guide on how to replace it. Ed Hughes will show you the tools you need for splitting the ball joint taper, as well as hints and tips on replacing and securing the rubber boot. He also talks though what to do if that stubborn nut or bolt refuses to budge!
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22:15Basic Engine Servicing Top Tips
First things first in basic engine maintenance on a classic car are some simple tips for servicing the engine. There are a number of components on a car’s engine that require regular inspection and scheduled replacements.
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7:46Classic Ignition Wiring Explained and Explored
In the final class of our course on classic car electrics, Ed teaches you about the ignition system on your car. He discusses the two halves of the ignition system, explains how the system is wired to the rest of a car, and then shows you how to trace faults.
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10:33How to Set Valve Clearances – the Easy Guide
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1:44Classic Electrics Introduction – the Can-do Guide
As with most projects in the garage, it’s important to first learn the essential techniques and then challenge yourself on the more complicated scenarios. To help you gain an introductory understanding of classic car electrics, Danny Hopkins and Ed Hughes are here to demonstrate a number of simple car maintenance projects that focus on classic car electrics. With each of the five classes in this course, you’ll discover a new technique that you can implement in your own garage and grow more confident as a classic car restorer.
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