On the surface,spark plug wiresare a pretty basic part they carry spark energy from the distributor (or coil) to the spark plugs. But when you actually go to purchase a set, you find out that there ...

Checking, replacing and maintaining your spark plugs is actually one of the easier and most affordable car-maintenance jobs you can do in the comfort of your own driveway — that is, if you don’t screw ...

Don’t worry, it’s not just you. Everyone dropped their first, or likely fortieth, F-bomb when their dad had them hold the spark plug while he hit the kickstarter on their dirt bike. While it might ...

With any vehicle, routine maintenance is a key essential in keeping you car running in tip-top condition. When spark plug wires fail, a car will hesitate, stumble, and run erratic, especially going up ...

For an engine family as ubiquitous as the small-block Chevy, dozens of ignition wire sets are available, either over the counter at your local auto parts store or from the performance aftermarket, but ...

Manufacturers have been doing their best to give gas-powered lawnmowers a run for their money with increasingly powerful and long-lasting cordless models. If you’re in the market for a new mower, ...

We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. You’re likely aware that in order to keep your vehicle running in great shape, you’ll need to replace the spark ...

You can (and should) actually read your spark plugs for valuable "clues" about how your engine is operating. To read your spark plugs, follow these steps: 1. When you get the first spark plug out of ...

Like rotating tires or changing oil, replacing spark plugs is a job that can be easily, and inexpensively, done in the confines of your own home. Although they don’t need maintenance as often as the ...

Recently, my son-in-law's 2005 Acura 3.2 began to misfire. While changing the spark plugs, the end of the "coil on plug" wire for spark plug No. 3 came off, leaving the coil in my hand and the broken ...