Disconnecting the battery while the engine is running isn't a valid test for alternator function and may damage sensitive electronic parts. Instead, use a common voltmeter and the following test ...

The buildup of a four-wheel adventure vehicle will probably include the installation of trail and performance accessories such as a recovery winch, high intensity lights, a 1,000 watt stereo system, a ...

Zak is new to the CarBuzz team, working as a freelance content writer. When Zak isn't writing How To articles for CarBuzz he's working as a high school automotive technology instructor. Before ...

In the early muscle-car days, an alternator capable of 60 amps was considered more than enough to handle the meager electrical demands of a point-triggered ignition system, a 20-amp defroster fan, and ...

Every aspect of a build can teach you something; even if it's something you've done a million times. A few issues ago, we did an engine transplant and while we were working on it, we realized that we ...