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Nothing like a scenic ride through nature 🍂

📸: Henry Tate with his 1969 Honda CB750

5 things that will save you time, money, and sanity on your DIY project 💸:

1. Factory OEM Service Manuals and Aftermarket Repair Manuals
2. OEM Owner’s Manuals
3. Factory OEM Wiring Diagrams
4. Factory OEM Parts Catalogs
5. USBs and CDs with digital copies of service manuals, parts
catalogs, owner’s manuals, sales brochures, and more

And guess what? You can get them all from the same place – The Motor Bookstore! Check out the link on our page to build your own DIY automotive library with the best books on the market. ⚙️

If you do car restoration, you’ll eventually need welding done to repair or reassemble your vehicle. Rather than pay for professional welding labor, you may be better off buying your own welder and doing it yourself. But with so many options available, what’s the best welder for car restoration? Click the link below to learn more.

The Best Welder for Car Restoration - The Motor Bookstore Blog The Motor Bookstore looks at the available welding options and picks the best one to use for your next car restoration project.

Check out this beautiful 1948 Packard Super Eight we saw on display in Hiroshima, Japan!

What kind of classic rides have you spotted during your travels? Share your finds with us in the comments below!

America turns 250 this week — and we're celebrating with 17% off everything at The Motor Bookstore.

For nearly half of this country's history, American cars, trucks, motorcycles, and tractors have been part of who we are. As a veteran-owned business, this birthday means something personal to us.

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What’s the Best Engine for a Beginner to Rebuild? - The Motor Bookstore Blog Are you looking to do your first engine rebuild? The Motor Bookstore looks at some of the best options for a beginner engine rebuild.

Willys-Overland and Ford produced the iconic 1/4-ton 4×4 military trucks, commonly known as the “Jeep”, during World War II. These versatile vehicles, specifically the Willys MB and Ford GPW models, became symbols of American ingenuity and wartime resilience. Designed for reconnaissance and transportation, these military jeeps were rugged and reliable, making them invaluable on various terrains across the world. Click the link below to keep reading about the historical impact of the military jeep.

World War II: Willys-Overland and Ford Military Jeeps - The Motor Bookstore Blog Willys-Overland and Ford military Jeeps were known for their reliability and versatility. Read on to learn more about military Jeeps.

Your car’s engine is its beating heart. It powers everything, keeps your vehicle running, and is arguably the most critical component of any car. Understanding the signs of engine trouble and knowing how to fix it will help you make the right choice for you and your car.

How to Know When to Repair or Replace Your Engine - The Motor Bookstore Blog Make the right call for your car's engine health by reading about how to know when to repair or replace your engine.

Transmissions are one of the most essential parts in your vehicle, acting as the middleman between the engine and the driveshaft. They also suffer more wear and tear than other parts, and failures can be expensive to repair. With this guide, you’ll learn about common automatic transmission problems so you can diagnose them early. Click the link below to save time and money on transmission repairs.

Common Automatic Transmission Problems - The Motor Bookstore Blog Learn about signs of common automatic transmission problems that could lead to failure and what the potential causes are.