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...
by Eric | Feb 14, 2025 | Electrical
If you’re like me, you’ve probably encountered your fair share of electrical gremlins while working on your classic cars. Today, we’re going to amp up our skills and dive into some crucial electrical tests that’ll help you diagnose those pesky...
by Eric | Nov 19, 2024 | Electrical
Electrical troubleshooting doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Think of it as tracing a hose for electricity, flowing from one point to another. When the flow stops, your job is to find where and why. This approach helped me solve the turn signal mystery in my 1982...
by Eric | Jun 20, 2024 | Electrical
When your classic car loses its spark it’s not too hard to find it again. The GM HEI is a pretty simple ignition to troubleshoot and sometimes the problem isn’t even at the distributor. I’m going to take you through the entire process of how to troubleshoot your...
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