Goss’ Garage
Pat Goss, MotorWeek's resident master technician, helps consumers understand car problems and how to speak the same language as their technician. As cars becoming increasingly complex, fewer repairs can be accomplished at home. Effective communication with a repair shop is vital to keeping consumer and operating costs under control. From rattles and squeaks to leaks and drips, Pat covers a myriad of issues designed to keep cars on the road and out of the repair shop.
Engine Internals Harley-Davidson
When you think motorcycles, you think Harley-Davidson. It's truly an American icon and one of the most recognized names in the world. So when our Pat Goss had the opportunity to get up close and personal with a Harley-Davidson engine, he jumped at the chance. PAT GOSS: Seeing a Harley-Davidson motorcycle on the street, well that's an everyday occurrence. But… Read More
Tire Balancing Act
We get a lot of questions involving vibrations in cars, and usually those vibrations have something to do with tires and tire balance. But balance isn't always the answer. Now consider this airplane, or any airplane, the propeller on it has to be perfectly balanced in order to keep from vibrating the plane apart. Yet we couldn't take that propeller and put… Read More
TPMS Maintenance Episode 2941
All cars now have tire pressure monitoring systems. Well, don't think of that as being a replacement for your tire gauge because it really isn't. See, if you want the absolute best life out of your tires and the best fuel economy and everything, at least once a month, get out the trusty old gauge and check the pressure manually. That will give you the… Read More
Brake Lathes
Although they're one of the most important parts of any brake system, the brake rotors seem to be a true mystery to most people. See they don't know what constitutes a good rotor or a bad rotor and when to replace and so on. Well brake rotors should be checked every time the brake pads are checked. And that means you're going to be doing it every twelve… Read More
Spark Testing
What do you do when the spark is missing? Pat Goss has do-it-yourself advice on figuring out what's wrong under the hood when the check engine light goes on, starting with checking out the spark plugs and the ignition coils. If you're a do-it-yourselfer, you're probably going to learn to hate check engine lights. But you're probably going to have some basic … Read More
Timing Belts
Timing belts have a limited life span, so it's important to change them at the right time. So what's the recommended change interval? Well, consult the owner's manual for your particular vehicle. Pat Goss has more on when it's time to change the timing belt. If you own a car with a timing belt, it is imperative that you change it according to the manufacturer's… Read More
Vision Savers Episode 3339, Episode 3011, Episode 3352
Don't wait until a rainy day or when you find yourself on a dimly lit road to remember the importance of properly maintaining your windshield wiper blades and headlights. Dust, bugs and weather can wear down wiper blades, while the sun can damage headlights, leaving you with an unclear view of the road. Pat Goss shows you get how to more life out of your wiper… Read More
Child Safety Seats Episode 3013
If you're a parent, maintaining a car requires more than just keeping up with oil changes and regularly checking your tire pressure. It means making sure that the safety seat is correctly installed and properly maintained. And to give us some pointers, we have Tracy Whitman. She is coordinator for Kids in Safety Seats. What are some of the basics parents need… Read More
Bent Wheels Episode 3001, Episode 3012
Pat Goss shows you how to take the dings out of your wheels without putting a huge dent in your wallet.... Over the years tires and wheels on cars have changed dramatically, and so have the problems associated with them and the ways to repair them. To talk about the wheels, we have Rob Wheely of Alloy Wheel repair specialists to share how they fix wheels. … Read More
Fuses and Codes Episode 3014
Cars have changed; the tools we use to fix them have changed. Hand tools like wrenches and screwdrivers are being replaced by code scanners or code readers used to troublshoot and diagnose problems. These scanners used to be very expensive, and out of the price range of the average consumer. But as technology has progressed, prices have dropped. Pat has some… Read More