by Mark S. Taylor | Jun 27, 2025 | Maintenance
I’ll never forget the first time I had to replace drum brakes. I had no idea what I was doing, but after a few wrong turns and some trial and error, I finally figured it out. It felt like a major win when I successfully completed the job. Now, I can replace drum...
by Mark S. Taylor | Jun 3, 2025 | Maintenance
Last week, my dash cam caught a hit-and-run. It saved me hundreds — but only because I knew how to install a dash cam wire the right way. I used to think wiring was for experts. Now I know: anyone can do it with the right steps. It’s not just about plugging in a...
by Mark S. Taylor | Jun 1, 2025 | Maintenance
Last weekend, my old truck started acting up—jerky idle, no power, and that annoying check engine light staring back at me like I’d done something wrong. I swapped the spark plugs, but the issue stayed. Then I recalled a tip I’d heard in the garage: how to test an...
by Mark S. Taylor | May 29, 2025 | Maintenance
Raindrops on your shoulder while you’re sitting in your car? Sounds poetic—until you realize it’s not magic, it’s a leaky sunroof . I’ve been there: cruising down the road when out of nowhere, a drip hits my arm. Long story short, my Tiguan’s sunroof had...
by Mark S. Taylor | Apr 19, 2025 | Maintenance
Imagine this: you’re towing your trailer, and suddenly, the lights go out. No signals. No brake lights. Just you, hoping other drivers can read your mind. It’s happened to me too, and let me tell you—it’s not fun. That’s why knowing how to fix trailer lights is so...
by Mark S. Taylor | Mar 18, 2025 | Maintenance
If your car hesitates when you press the gas, the throttle position sensor (TPS) might be the issue. Luckily, resetting the TPS is often an easy fix. In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to reset your TPS. Whether you drive a Ford F150, a Chevy Silverado, or...
