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When Horsepower Meets Patriotism: Inside a One-of-a-Kind Hot Rod
Hot rods are iconic vehicles—loud and proud, but is there more behind their appeal? Most hot rods feature a classic, traditional appearance and are often designed to attract attention with their noise and presence. Owners dedicate considerable time and money to craft a vehicle that expresses their personality. Is this passion driven by a desire for personal enjoyment or the urge to showcase or “show off” their style? Alternatively, could there be a more profound motivation be
Buddy Faulk
Auxiliary Relay: Do I really need one for my classic car?
Most American classic cars from the fifties, sixties, or some seventies never came with electrical accessories like factory-installed cooling fans, fuel pumps, or aftermarket driving/fog lights. In most cases, these vehicle wiring systems do not support the additional power consumption of these upgrades. Most of these accessories will be controlled by the ignition feed and switched on and off by the ignition switch. However, these components can draw a considerable amount of
Buddy Faulk
Automotive Electrical Information You May Need to Know
Before starting any electrical DIY project, whether you're adding a cooling fan or replacing the wiring harness on your classic car, there's some basic information you may need to familiarize yourself with. Automotive electrical systems are those in a vehicle that use electricity to power components such as the engine starter, lights, radio, and sensors. These systems rely on a circuit that starts with the battery and uses wires to deliver power to various parts, with the car
Buddy Faulk
Automotive Electrical Information You May Need to Know
Before starting any electrical DIY project, whether you're adding a cooling fan or replacing the wiring harness on your classic car, there's some basic information you may need to familiarize yourself with. Automotive electrical systems are those in a vehicle that use electricity to power components such as the engine starter, lights, radio, and sensors. These systems rely on a circuit that starts with the battery and uses wires to deliver power to various parts, with the car
Buddy Faulk
Nov 28, 20255 min read
Is Your Classic Vehicle Grounded?
The electrical ground for your vehicle's negative ground electrical system is the most important connection. Inadequate or improper grounds can cause a variety of electrical problems. Parking, taillight, and brake lights illuminate when a power accessory is turned on. Low voltage or components not functioning. Corrosion, poor terminations, improper wire size, or loose connections can compromise these ground connections. The grounding system of your vehicle connects the neg
Buddy Faulk
Nov 17, 20253 min read
Wiring Harness Replacement: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Started!
Like any project, whether you're tackling it yourself or hiring someone to do it for you, a little bit of research can save you time and money. First things first, always start with a plan! Changing your mind halfway through can lead to unnecessary costs and delays. Next, research the repair shop, parts, and technical aspects of the task. Even if you don't fully understand everything, a basic understanding can help you avoid potential pitfalls. Lastly, set a realistic budget.
Buddy Faulk
Sep 1, 20243 min read
Shocking Facts about Old Factory Wiring
Shocking Facts about Factory Wiring
Buddy Faulk
Aug 31, 20242 min read
When Horsepower Meets Patriotism: Inside a One-of-a-Kind Hot Rod
Hot rods are iconic vehicles—loud and proud, but is there more behind their appeal? Most hot rods feature a classic, traditional appearance and are often designed to attract attention with their noise and presence. Owners dedicate considerable time and money to craft a vehicle that expresses their personality. Is this passion driven by a desire for personal enjoyment or the urge to showcase or “show off” their style? Alternatively, could there be a more profound motivation be
Buddy Faulk
Auxiliary Relay: Do I really need one for my classic car?
Most American classic cars from the fifties, sixties, or some seventies never came with electrical accessories like factory-installed cooling fans, fuel pumps, or aftermarket driving/fog lights. In most cases, these vehicle wiring systems do not support the additional power consumption of these upgrades. Most of these accessories will be controlled by the ignition feed and switched on and off by the ignition switch. However, these components can draw a considerable amount of
Buddy Faulk
Automotive Electrical Information You May Need to Know
Before starting any electrical DIY project, whether you're adding a cooling fan or replacing the wiring harness on your classic car, there's some basic information you may need to familiarize yourself with. Automotive electrical systems are those in a vehicle that use electricity to power components such as the engine starter, lights, radio, and sensors. These systems rely on a circuit that starts with the battery and uses wires to deliver power to various parts, with the car
Buddy Faulk
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