You wouldn’t go see your doctor every time you sniffle or sneeze. Most people know better than to seek medical attention for a small cut, bruise, or a minor cold virus. So why would someone take their car in for every minor thing? Because most of us are intimidated by car repairs. What [...]
It may have looked cool when you put it on, but maybe now you’re having second thoughts about that window tinting or sticker. Did you get pulled over because the tinting is too dark for state regulations? Or are you just having a hard time seeing clearly through the windows? Or did you [...]
For those of us whose autos are vertically challenged, we all know that dreadful sound of turning onto a steep driveway. SCRAPE! That just can’t be good. It does not have to be that way. Suspension height is something that can be changed. But many people who understand the ins and outs of [...]
Wheel alignment can cause a car steering wheel to pull to one side and it causes premature wear on the tires, in an often uneven pattern, which can blow tires a great deal faster than normal. Wheels properly aligned are parallel to each other and, at the same time, perpendicular to the ground. [...]
The exhaust system is an important part of your vehicle, carrying burnt gases away from the engine. The gases may flow through a header, exhaust manifold, turbocharger, catalytic converter, muffler and/or silencer, depending on the design and function of the specific exhaust system. These systems are used on cars, trucks, motorcycles, two-stroke engines, [...]
Checking your tires is not as simple as many people believe. It’s more complicated than just checking the air and level of tread. There are different wear patterns, for example, that can indicate various problems. First of all, you should always keep the air inflated to the manufacturer recommendations. If the tires are [...]
It is important to check your headlights regularly for dead or dimming bulbs. Reduced visibility at night can be a potentially deadly problem and you can get a ticket for driving around with a light out. So the time and money it takes to replace a dim bulb are definitely worthwhile. You can save yourself [...]
Headlights are obviously a vital part of your vehicle’s function, making it possible to clearly see when driving at night. So it’s important that they are functioning properly and are correctly adjusted. It is important to check the level and aim of your headlights periodically. If the aim is even a little off, [...]
Eventually every car gets to that point- the time when you have to ask yourself, “Is it time to dump this hunk of junk? Or can I salvage it reasonably?” But so much depends on your situation it may be hard to tell. For example, are you a mechanic? If so, you have the [...]
Clay bars are used to remove embedded dirt and debris from auto paint. Even after washings, finite particles of dust are left working their way into your car’s paint job. So, learning how to use clay bar could be a great investment for a car you really want to keep looking nice. Additionally, wheels, [...]
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