How to Quiet a Noisy Lifter: 4 Essential Tips (FULL GUIDE)

How to Quiet a Noisy Lifter: 4 Essential Tips (FULL GUIDE)

Hydraulic valve lifter is a small cylinder that is attached on the end of the pushrod or the rocker arm, where it meets the valve. Here’s how a 1997 Buick 3800 Vin1 Hydraulic Lifters look like when taken apart to showcase all the parts: It’s purpose is to make the engine quieter while also improving…

Best Way to Soundproof Car Doors: Easy 4 Step Guide

Best Way to Soundproof Car Doors: Easy 4 Step Guide

If you’re looking for a way to soundproof your car doors, I’ve got just the article for you! But I’ll let you in on a little secret before we start: you can’t actually soundproof a car door. To soundproof something basically means that you’re blocking ALL THE SOUND from coming in and out. Cars are almost…

How to ACTUALLY Soundproof a Cargo Van
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How to ACTUALLY Soundproof a Cargo Van

I’ve driven more cargo vans than I’d like to remember. Me and a bunch of sweaty workers drove to construction sites across Arizona in an old cargo van all summer long when I worked for my uncle. I eventually left that gig and started delivering air conditioners. Again, sweating and tumbling down the road in…

Top 2 Automotive Sound Deadening Materials (AND HOW TO INSTALL THEM)
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Top 2 Automotive Sound Deadening Materials (AND HOW TO INSTALL THEM)

Driving a car can be really pleasant if you’re able to stop road and engine noise from entering the cabin. By soundproofing your car, you can also improve the quality of sound coming from the stereo, as well as conversations you can have while driving. To get these benefits, it’s important to get the right…

How to reduce Road Noise in a Car in 6 Simple Steps
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How to reduce Road Noise in a Car in 6 Simple Steps

Some cars are simply louder than others, and that’s especially true for older models. From traffic noise to rain thumping on the roof; these sounds can turn a pleasurable ride into a major hassle. So if you’re looking for a way to increase your driving enjoyment, here are a few sound deadening methods that work…