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Stop Guessing, Start Scoping (Lets start with the basics)

Stop Guessing, Start Scoping (Lets start with the basics)

Automotive Lab Scope Basics | Understanding the uScope In this video, we walk through the fundamentals of using a lab scope (automotive oscilloscope) — what it does, how it works, and why it’s one of the most powerful diagnostic tools you can own. Using a signal...

Delorean Relay Update Kit and Some Basic Electronics Fundamentals

Delorean Relay Update Kit and Some Basic Electronics Fundamentals

Dont forget to check out our website - sixstarautomotive.com Is your DeLorean suffering from unreliable electrics, random stalling, or cooling fan problems? In this video, I install the K111168A Improved Relay Update Kit and show you exactly how to upgrade the...

How to use the Load Pro Test leads

How to use the Load Pro Test leads

In this video, I go in-depth on how the LOADpro Dynamic Test Leads work and how I pair them with the Power Probe for faster circuit testing. I build a simple circuit to demonstrate real-worldish conditions and show why a circuit can appear to have full voltage—but...

Inside Six Star Automotive: Updates, Layout & Efficiency

Inside Six Star Automotive: Updates, Layout & Efficiency

We have invested heavily in our shop to serve you better. In this tour, I walk you from the frontage and after-hours drop box through our front shop (new floor + new lifts + reorganized layout for efficiency), into the inventory room where we stock high-quality OE...

Adjust DeLorean Doors – Strikers, Latches & Rods Made Easy…ish

Adjust DeLorean Doors – Strikers, Latches & Rods Made Easy…ish

Struggling with misaligned DeLorean doors or stubborn latches? In this video, I walk you through the complete process of adjusting your DeLorean’s doors for smooth operation and proper striker alignment. You’ll learn: How to adjust the strikers for the perfect fit Why...

Alternators Explained – What They Do and How to Spot Failures Early

The alternator is an amazing piece of automotive technology. The fact that we always seem able to overcome every hurtle placed in front of us astounds me. Your car’s alternator is more important than you think—it’s not just for charging the battery. In this video, we explain how alternators work, how to spot early signs of failure, and why a bad alternator can leave you stranded with a dead battery and no warning.

🔋 Covered in this video:

What the alternator does and how it works

Symptoms of a failing alternator (dim lights, warning lights, dead battery)

Difference between a bad alternator and a bad battery

How to test alternator output

Charging system warning lights and what they mean

What causes alternators to fail

How long alternators typically last

Why jump-starting might not fix your issue

Tips to extend alternator and battery life

Whether you drive a Subaru, Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevy, or anything in between, knowing how your alternator works can save you time, money, and headaches down the road.

⚠️ Don’t get stuck with a no-start—learn how to spot the signs early.

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