In this Andy's Auto Sport Short, you'll learn how easy it is to install a set of aftermarket pedals, which can help improve your driving and add some style to your cabin. Video highlights include:

*At 0:16, we talk about why you may want to replace your factory rubber pedal covers.

*At 0:36, we show you how to shop for pedals on AndysAutoSport.com.

*At 0:44, we show you how aftermarket pedals are installed.

*At 1:47, we compare our boring stock pedals with our new NRG pedals.

In this video, we explain brake fade and how to avoid it. Highlights include:

*At 0:20, we tell you what brake fade is and the conditions under which they occur.

*At 1:00, we tell you how to reduce brake fade by upgrading your braking components.

So, what's the difference between the different types of brake rotors that are available here at Andy's Auto Sport? Check out this video and we'll show you!

*At 0:15, we show you what "drilled," "cross-drilled," "slotted," and "vented' mean when it comes to brake rotors.

Simply put, your body kit will NOT come painted. In this video:

*At 0:15, we explain how your body kit will arrive, and what kind of prep work you will have to do before installing your new body kit.

*At 0:37, we tell you what to expect when ordering carbon fiber body parts.

Having the right spark plugs in forced induction applications is important, and in this video we'll tell you why. Highlights include:

*At 0:20, we explain why the right spark plugs and plug gap make a difference.

*At 0:58, we give our recommendations for choosing the proper spark plug gap for turbo and supercharged applications.

Few things are forever, and that includes anti-freeze. In this video, we show you how to tell if your coolant is past its expiration date or mixed at the wrong ratio. Highlights include:

*At 0:12, we talk about the reasons your engine needs coolant/anti-freeze.

*At 0:30, we show you how to test your coolant.

*At 1:50, we remind you about the proper precautions to take when discarding used anti-freeze/coolant.

Heatshield Products keep your engine compartment safe, and can even help protect your vehicle's finish. In this video, we show you how installing a heat shield on your hood can prolong its life and new appearance.

*At 0:42, we get right to installing a Heatshield Products Lava Shield on our project Integra's hood.

*At 2:02, we show you how much cooler our hood's surface is after installing our heat shield.

This is an Andy's Auto Sport TV episode where we break down the basics of catalytic converters. We explain the difference between a direct-fit bolt-on catalytic converter and a universal weld-on catalytic converter. We also go over the benefits of getting a new cat, and we even do an installation to show what's involved.

In this episode of Andy's Auto Sport TV, we feature different types of aftermarket mirrors, from OEM-style replacements to towing mirrors and sport mirrors. Video highlights include:

*At 0:34, we go over the different mirror options available to you depending on your type of vehicle.

*At 1:55, we install a set of D-Lab OEM-style replacement mirrors on our project Acura Integra.

*At 3:19, we install a set of extendable towing mirrors from CIPA onto our project Ford F250.

*At 5:46, we install a set of Street Scene signal sport mirrors on our project Chevy C1500.

This Andy's Auto Sport Short explores your aftermarket antenna options, from short and stubby to polished and elegant. In this video, you will see:

*At 0:20, we talk about the benefits of a custom aftermarket antenna.

*At 0:39, we compare the reception of a factory antenna with that of a custom aftermarket antenna.

*At 1:08, we show you how to shop for antennas here at AndysAutoSport.com.

*At 1:20, we install an AMI antenna on Project TransPhat.

So why do you need a transmission temperature gauge? Watch this video to find out! Highlights include:

*At 0:15, we explain the different situations in which you may need a trans temp gauge.

In this video, we tell you about the gauges that we installed in our project Integra. Highlights include:

*At 0:59, we talk about the specific gauges we chose and why.

*At 1:46, we talk about gauge accessories, such as sandwich adapters for oil lines.

*At 2:36, we begin our gauges installation.

*At 3:25, we install some gauges in our GlowShift gauge bezel.

*At 6:12, we show you how we installed our boost vacuum gauge's sending unit under the hood.

*At 7:12, we install our oil filter sandwich adapter so that we can get an accurate oil pressure and temperature reading.

*At 10:10, we install our water temperature sending unit.

*At 15:20, we show you the results of our efforts - a slew of new performance gauges!

In this video, we go over the ins and outs of aftermarket gauges. Highlights include:

*At 0:38, we explain why aftermarket gauges are usually more accurate, and therefore more useful, than factory gauges.

*At 0:48, we talk about air/fuel ratio gauges.

*At 2:14, we talk about boost gauges.

*At 2:30, we tell you about boost vacuum gauges.

*At 2:42, we go over fuel pressure gauges.

*At 2:56, we talk about oil pressure gauges.

*At 3:07, we talkabout oil temperature gauges.

*At 3:28, we tell you about water temperature gauges.

*At 3:40, we talk about tachometers.

*At 4:02, we talk about voltmeters and amp gauges.

*At 4:28, we go over exhaust gas temperature gauges.

*At 4:44, we offer our opinion of the most critical gauges to get for your vehicle.

*At 5:08, we tell you about the different types, styles and sizes of gauges available, including mechanical, electric, analog, and digital.

In this video, we show you a typical installation of aftermarket gauges into a diesel truck. Highlights include:

*At 0:36, we tell you which gauges we chose for our installation, and why.

*At 2:22, we get started with the installation of our gauges, beginning with our exhaust gas temperature gauge sending unit.

*At 3:53, we begin the installation of our transmission temperature gauge sending unit.

*At 4:55, we install our boost gauge sending unit

*At 6:50, we run our sending unit wires inside the cab of the truck so that we can hook up our gauges.

*At 8:50, we show you how to tie your gauge wiring into your fuse block.

At 12:45, we install our GlowShift gauge pod.

*At 14:00, we finally hook up the gauges themselves.

*At 14:42, we turn on our new gauges for the first time!

Installing an aftermarket hood can be tricky, but we walk you through it in this video.

*At 0:20, we remove our factory hood.

*At 1:00, we install our new carbon fiber hood.

Everything you need to know about hood pins in one video! In this video, we show you:

*At 0:19, we explain why you need hood pins with an aftermarket hood.

*At 1:30, we tell you about the different types of hood pins available.

*At 2:26, we show you the steps necessary to install a set of hood pins on our project Integra.

Drop spindles and drop knuckles are an effective way to lower your vehicle. Video highlights include:

*At 0:11, we explain the advantages of drop spindles and drop knuckles, including the facts that the factory suspension geometry and travel are unaffected.

*At 1:44, we explain that it is possible to combine drop spindles/knuckles with lowering springs to achieve an even lower ride height.

This is an Andy's Auto Sport TV episode where we give you all the basics to help you choose what kind of grille to buy. We explain the difference between cut-out grilles and bolt-over grilles. We also talk about grille shells, and we show installation examples for each one.

In this video, we'll show you why aftermarket Jeep bumpers not only look cool, but serve a functional purpose as well.

*At 0:28, we explain why it's a good idea to replace your Jeep bumpers if you do any type of off-roading.

*At 0:54, we discuss the different types of Jeep bumpers available.

*At 2:32, we install a Paramount Restyling bumper on our project Jeep.

*At 6:02, we show you a before and after of our installation.

There are lots of reasons to install a lift kit on your truck or SUV, including aesthetics and performance. In this video, we'll show you the basics of how lift kits work, as well as typical lift kit components. Highlights include:

*At 0:43, we explain the benefits of increased ground clearance and suspension articulation.

*At 1:10, we talk about lift blocks and how they can raise the rear of your truck.

*At 1:48, we go over lifted leaf springs and add-a-leafs, which essentially convert your existing leaf springs into lifted springs.

*At 2:09, we explain lift crossmembers, which essentially lower the mounting points of your suspension, effectively raising the front of your truck or SUV.

*At 2:17, we talk about how lift spindles/knuckles raise the front of your truck by changing the location of the front hub mounting points.

*At 2:22, we talk about how lift springs are a simple way to raise a truck or SUV with an IFS or IRS suspension.

*At 2:28, we explain how lift torsion keys replace factory torsion keys to raise the front of your truck or SUV.

*At 2:37, we talk about coil spacer kits, which are an economical way to lift many trucks and SUVs.

*At 3:09, we talk about other options when lifting your vehicle, including straight axle conversions and coilover conversions.

*At 3:30, we discuss upgrading your wheels and tires to complement your new lift, and how installing a taller tire will give you even more ground clearance.

*At 5:02, we talk about how to determine what type of lift components to buy for your vehicle, and we begin the installation of a RevTek coil spacer lift kit on our project Toyota 4Runner.

*At 6:33, we install a Fabtech eight-inch lift kit on our project Ford F250.

*At 9:42, we explain how to shop for lift kits here at AndysAutoSport.com.

*At 10:07, we finally get to have some fun with our F250 and 4Runner by running them through some mud and tough terrain!

In this video, we explain the proper way to attach your wheels to your car. Highlights include:

*At 0:16, we explain factory torque specifications.

*At 0:30, we explain why overtightening your lug nuts is a bad thing.

*At 0:56, we go over the proper way to torque your lug nuts with a torque wrench.

*At 1:27, we show you another option, torque sticks.

In this Andy's Auto Sport Short, we tell you all about tow hooks and tow loop straps. Although you'll hopefully never have to use them, tow hooks and straps can still give you peace of mind, and they sure do look pretty cool as well. Video highlights include:

*At 0:08, we tell you why you might need tow hooks or straps on your vehicle, and what the differences are between each style.

*At 2:01, we install a set of NRG tow hooks on our project Acura Integra.

In this episode of Andy's Auto Sport TV, we show you the basics of tuning just about any single carburetor, and as a special treat, we get to tune Gene Winfield's "The Thing" land speed coupe. Don't be scared - tuning carbs is not as bad as it seems! Video highlights include:

*At 0:30, we tell you the basic tools needed to tune a carb.

*At 1:58, we talk about setting fuel pressure and ignition timing.

*At 4:28, we discuss idle speed adjustment screws, as well as setting the float levels.

*At 6:51, we talk about vacuum settings, idle, and how they affect carburetor and engine performance.

*At 8:54, we make things short and sweet with a quick list of steps to achieve the best carburetor settings for your vehicle.

*At 9:34, we run The Thing on our in-house dyno to see where our adjustments have landed us.

*At 10:09, we sit down and talk about our performance gains and how we got there.