Jefferson Bryant, Author at eBay Motors Blog http://cqheayo.com/motors/blog/author/jefferson-bryant/ An inside look at eBay Motors Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:24:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 Car Speakers: Types, Problems, and Buying Guide http://cqheayo.com/motors/blog/car-speakers-types-problems-and-buying-guide/ http://cqheayo.com/motors/blog/car-speakers-types-problems-and-buying-guide/#respond Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:24:17 +0000 http://cqheayo.com/motors/blog/?p=1166602

From affordable factory replacements to high-end separates, there’s a set of car speakers for every goal—and every budget.

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Learn how a cat-back exhaust boosts power, sound, and efficiency—plus what to buy, how to install it, and why it’s legal.

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Octane boosters are chemical additives that increase a fuel’s octane rating. There are several legitimate reasons to use them.

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A clogged or failed MAP sensor can cause many issues. Fortunately, it's relatively easy to replace a MAP sensor.

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A bad power steering pump makes a vehicle hard to steer. Learn about trouble symptoms and how to replace a faulty unit.

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The MAF sensor is arguably the most critical one in your engine. Many aspects of engine control are based on its readings.

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The biggest issue with driveshafts, other than U-joint problems, is balance. Here's what you need to know about balancing a driveshaft.

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A leak down test will show you how much compression each cylinder has and how well the cylinder is sealing.

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Replacing the struts that hold up your hood is an easy DIY task. See our replacement guide for when they’re no longer doing the job.

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Replacing a fuel pump is a moderate job for most DIYers. It takes three to five hours and requires no special tools.

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