All Skill Shack Videos
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7:14In this SkillShack how-to video, Ed Hughes explores and explains the various types of gaskets that can be used to maximum effectiveness for leak-free jointing on flat surfaces within a classic car engine. Understanding the types of materials and design features of the various gaskets you are likely to need is key to correct installation
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18:53In this ‘how-to’ video guide from Skill Shack, Ed Hughes talks you through a procedure which can be used to tune and synchronise twin carburettors without specialist equipment. As a result of watching this video tutorial, you’ll have the necessary skills to help you get your classic car’s engine running smoothly with increased power and
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15:30In this video tutorial, we show you what to check for if your classic car breaks down out on the road. The aim of this is to give you the skills to spot the basic common breakdown symptoms, remedy them in a logical order and perform a fix good enough to see you home safely
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5:49Although pre 1960 classic cars are no longer required to pass an MoT test, they must still be roadworthy by law. Performing a classic car health check at home is well within the capability of most owners and even if your classic car isn’t MoT exempt, giving it an MoT at home in readiness for
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5:13Around 20% of classic car MoT failures are related to lighting and signalling, and another 10% are tyre related. In this SkillShack video, Edd China shares his top tips on how to check that your classic car lights and indicators are working correctly. Edd also runs through some essential close-up inspection checks you should complete
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4:00In this SkillShack video, Edd China looks under the bonnet of a classic car and shows you how to check the wiring, the battery and the structure of the engine bay. Edd demonstrates how to check for corrosion or damage around mounting points, essential steering checks, the brake fluid level and brake lines. Finally, Edd
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4:09In this part of Edd China’s classic car health checks video series, Edd looks at classic car interiors and runs through what you need to check for roadworthiness. In this video Edd runs checks on the steering lock, dashboard lights, power assistance (if fitted), as well as looking at the steering wheel itself to check
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2:18This video in Edd China’s classic car health check video series looks at running checks on a classic car. He checks the exhaust fumes and explains that while pre-1960 classic cars are treated leniently, and classic cars first used before 1975 only require a visual check, vehicles used after 1 August 1975 will require their
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4:28In this video from Edd China’s classic car health check series, Edd shares his on the road checks. It’s important to pick a route that you know well, a route that includes speed bumps, roundabouts, a fast road and an empty deserted road to carry out an emergency stop. 10% of classic car MoT failures
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