If you’re experiencing underperforming A/C in your 2009 Nissan Altima — particularly warmer air from the driver’s side vents — you’re not alone. Here’s how one DIYer approached the problem and what they learned from seasoned techs and enthusiasts. The Problem The owner of a 2009 Altima 4-cylinder SL noticed: Driver-side vents blowing warmer than […]

Professional and amateur mechanics rely on a diverse array of tools and supplies. Here’s the basics for outfitting your own shop.

We built Datsun Ranch in 2014, and it was the culmination of a lot of dreams, hard work, planning and 8 months of construction. 2800 square feet, three bay doors, lots of room for the collection and all the associated restoration and maintenance shenanigans… it really is a dream shop, and we love having people […]

Let’s talk about the nearly-forgotten art of communicating with your fellow motorists. Maybe we can all start to bring back some of these skills, and in doing so, be more courteous and safe.

Classic automobiles have unique qualities that make them great for people who enjoy driving around in style. If you have seen the movies that glamorize the power and look of classic cars (such as the fast and furious films), then I assure you, they are not wrong in the beauty that many classics have! However, […]

by VStar650CL and AZhitmanA quick introduction and history lesson: Airbags are ubiquitous in new cars, with several having as many as 10 separate bags. The technology has existed for decades, and – trivia alert – the 1972 Chevrolet Impala was among the first airbag-equipped vehicles manufactured by GM, but these were government fleet vehicles. The […]

by VStar650CL For those of you who own a Nissan CVT-equipped vehicle, you’ve probably heard the horror stories about premature failures, warranty runarounds, and the massive expense of replacing one. Our Nissan Master Techs and factory engineers have provided some helpful information that should be ‘required reading’ if you’ve got a CVT-equipped car in the […]

by VStar650CL Since we get lots of questions from NICOclub members with a mystery starter issue, it seems like a good time to shed a little light on diagnosing them. It’s surprisingly straightforward. So, here are four simple checks that tell you everything you need to know for a proper diagnosis.Unless you own a hybrid, […]