FCP Euro's DIY Blog

10/04/23
4 Min Read
By: Danny Kruger

Inspecting Your Mercedes M272 & M273 PCV Breathers - Prevent An Expensive Repair

The Mercedes M272 and M273 PCV system has a common failure point that can largely go unnoticed, leading to major repairs. Here's what you need to know about it.

How To Time-Sert An Aluminum BMW M54 Engine Block (BMW M52TU, M54, M56)

BMW

09/28/23
4 Min Read
By: Gareth Foley

How To Time-Sert An Aluminum BMW M54 Engine Block (BMW M52TU, M54, M56)

The M52TU, M54, and M56 benefitted a lot from aluminum engine blocks, but all can suffer from dreaded pulled head bolt threads. Here's how to fix that issue forever.

Five Modern European Minivan Alternatives

Audi

09/26/23
8 Min Read
By: Christian Schaefer

Five Modern European Minivan Alternatives

Family life doesn't mean a minivan is inevitable. Here are five of the best European vehicles suited to haul around the family in style and comfort!

09/21/23
5 Min Read
By: Christian Schaefer

Car Electrical Systems Explained - How To Diagnose A Failing Alternator vs. A Failing Battery

If your battery isn't holding a charge, it could either be the battery itself or your alternator. Follow this guide to diagnose your car's electrical system.

09/20/23
3 Min Read
By: Christian Schaefer

How To Save Money When Shopping For Headlight Bulbs

Buying bulbs doesn't have to be difficult or expensive. Check out this guide on how you can hang onto extra cash and keep your lights bright!

A Few Hours, Friends, & Dollars: All It Takes To Build A Fun Driver's Car

Culture

09/15/23
6 Min Read
By: Danny Kruger

A Few Hours, Friends, & Dollars: All It Takes To Build A Fun Driver's Car

Competing in a car doesn't have to be expensive or difficult. Sometimes even the rattiest starting points are just a few bucks and friends away from glory.

09/13/23
3 Min Read
By: Danny Kruger

Solving Failures & Boosting Performance With The Mercedes M272 M014 Intake

The M272 V6 has a regular and expensive fault in its intake manifold system. Read along to learn how you can fix that forever and add some horsepower.

BMW E46 M3 Vs. The World: 7 Alternatives To The BMW E46 M3

Audi

09/08/23
16 Min Read
By: Christian Schaefer

BMW E46 M3 Vs. The World: 7 Alternatives To The BMW E46 M3

The BMW E46 M3 is a stout choice for an enthusiast vehicle, but what else is there? Here's just about everything that can be cross-shopped against the Bimmer.