1976 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser Ignition, Charging and Starting Parts

Little is thought of your engine’s starter until it refuses to turn your engine over at the worst possible moment. Today’s powerful mini starters can crank the biggest engines with ease. Learn how in our buyer’s guide.

Bringing an old Mopar back to life isn't always a breeze. Fortunately, MSD has come up with a solution for those outdated and unreliable points-type ignition systems. Find out how to install a MSD 8386 distributor and MSD 5531 spark plug wires

Learn about the wiring of GM HEI Ignition Distributors with our diagrams and guide. Ensure you are getting the best performance out of your ignition system.

Upgrading to electronic ignition is a huge improvement in performance, reliability, and lower maintenance that you can add to just about any engine your project may be running. Learn all about your electronic ignition choices in this buyer's guide.

Learn how to keep your starter cool using a heat shield. Read the steps and parts necessary for the installation.

In this Tech Tip, John offers some options for a customer looking to bring the ride height of his Olds Starfire up with some air suspension.

In this Tech Tip, John offers up a couple solutions to a customer wanting the best electric option to fuel his project.

Shaun has had to earn every inch of this '73 Charger. Here's his story.

Not only is Greg Turner's '56 a great driver, it's full of great family memories. Built in the home garage by Greg and his sons, this clean Chevy has covered a lot of miles.

This project consists of using welding cable to relocate a battery to the trunk of a 1967 Chevelle. Learn the benefits of using welding cable over normal battery cable and how line clamps are used to secure the wire to the frame rail.