by Eric | Aug 17, 2026 | Electrical
Why Does My Classic Car Lose Spark When It Gets Hot? A classic car that loses spark when hot usually suffers from thermal resistance breakdown in the ignition coil, a failing ignition module, or excessive heat soak at key wiring connections. As electrical components...
by Eric | Jul 16, 2026 | Electrical
The debate between crimped vs. soldered connections has been going on for years in the automotive world. Some swear by crimping, others insist solder is the only way to go. But the reality is that the argument is missing the bigger picture. My Electrical Diagnostic...
by Eric | Feb 5, 2026 | Electrical
How to Repair Critter-Damaged Wiring: Saving My Wife’s Car from Squirrel Shenanigans If you’re working on cars long enough, you’ll eventually face the dreaded wiring harness repair. Whether it’s from accident, age, rub-through, or—as in my recent misadventure—critters...
by Eric | Feb 5, 2026 | El Camino, Electrical
Why Clean Up Old Wiring? It isn’t just about appearances. As cars get modified over and over, unused circuits can become hazards, and wiring that was good enough in 2006 might not be safe, functional or easy to troubleshoot today. My setup had fuses (thanks, Dad!) but...
by Eric | Jun 30, 2025 | El Camino, Electrical
Have you ever watched someone struggle to start a classic car, hearing nothing but the starter groaning and barely turning the engine over? If you’ve ever wondered why this happens, you’re not alone. Let’s break down the real reasons behind those stubborn starts and...
by Eric | Jun 18, 2025 | Electrical
Crimping versus soldering… It’s an age-old debate when it comes to making electrical connections, and honestly, it can get pretty heated! The military and NASA have super specific soldering requirements, ensuring low resistance connections. But then you...
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