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Learn how to properly use, maintain and store a Torque Wrench. There are a few different types of torque wrenches. The ones we recommend would be, beam style torque wrench, click type torque wrench, and digital torque wrench. The best bang for buck torque wrench would be the click type torque wrench. They can be bought or even rented from just about any hardware store or …
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When deciding where to start when upgrading your cars performance, there's no better place to begin than the brakes. Everyone loves a screamin' V8 powered, 500 horsepower muscle car, but at the end of the day, if you leave the stock drum brakes or disc brakes you're going to run into trouble. Some key points of interest when buying a disc brake conversion ki …
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In this video we show you how to prepare a new set of spark plugs for installation in your car. Gapping a new spark plug is critical to the performance of your vehicle. If you are a DIY project kind of person, be sure to watch this video before installing your new spark plugs! Check out all the parts we carry for your project car at FPAutoParts.com Follow us on our so …
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Today in the shop we show you how to repair a cracked OE steel exhaust manifold by welding and reinforcing the damaged area. If you have a cracked exhaust manifold be sure to watch this video and repair it instead of replacing it! Check out all the parts we carry for your project car at FPAutoParts.com Follow us on our social pages: Facebook Instagram Linke …
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A fuel line or brake line over 6 feet in length have a gentle 180 degree shipping bend in them so that they can be safely and efficiently boxed and shipped to you. Before installing your new line you must straighten the shipping bend and this video shows you how it's done. Don't be scared, its easy! Buy your Stainless Steel or OE style line at:  First Place Auto P …
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