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    • Roy Ripple

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    Roy Ripple passed away in September 2021 at the age of 84. He was an automotive technician his entire life. He owned his own shop for years before his first and only venture into automotive journalism, with Motor Age magazine. In his youth, he was an avid drag racer and a good friend of Don Garlits. He raised four children, rode motorcycles, hunted deer, and loved to shoot trap. His son, Roy Dennis Ripple, now writes for Motor Age. You can see his work here. 

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    Playing all the angles

    Roy Ripple
    Jan. 1, 2020
    Steering and suspension is not as basic as one might think. Here's how to keep it straight.
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    Troubleshooting: Ice in the Oil Filter

    Roy Ripple
    Jan. 1, 2020
    The oil in this (2001 Chevrolet K 1500's 5.3 Vortec) engine becomes contaminated with water after less than 200 miles after an oil change. There's no antifreeze present, and we...
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    Troubleshooting: Cam Timing Nightmare

    Roy Ripple
    Jan. 1, 2020
    I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid with a 2.7L engine that will run without the cam sensor signal, but if it should jump time a tooth, it will stop the injectors. When the water pump...