Browsing Category
Auto Parts & Maintenance & Repairs : Cars & Vehicles
How to Get a Stuck Car Out of the Mud
In many parts of the country, it is only a matter of time before a roadway becomes muddy and difficult to use. Once a vehicle becomes unable to gain traction in a muddy area, accelerating and spinning the tires only serve to further entrench the car in the muck and mire. Towing services can get expe
Finding the Right Car Parts and the Right Repair Shop
All of us don't want to be in an accident. With an older car, this could prove to be a real issue. Before it happens read this article for you to know how to find the right car parts and the right repair shop for your car.
Toyota Tools
A variety of specialty tools help keep Toyotas on the road.road image by Patrik Lidaj from Fotolia.comSeveral specialty tool manufacturers make tools specifically for Toyota parts and services. Keeping Toyotas on the road is a lucrative business. Toyota Motor Corp. is the world's biggest...
Maintain Your Highly Expensive Cars With the Best Quality Spare Parts
It is not in any respect a simple task to induce the proper spare for your vehicle. One must search plenty so as to induce the most effective dealer in order that your automotive functions ...
Save Money and Avoid Unnecessary Repairs by Using Car Maintenance Software
Why using a good car maintenance software product can save you thousands of dollars in unnecessary car repairs and keep your vehicle in top running and safe condition. Good car maintenance makes sense and using an auto software product to manage your car maintenance schedule is great common sense.
What You Should Consider When Buying a New Car
When buying a new car there are many things you need to consider. As well as finding a car that you like your choice will be determined by other factors, such as your budget, what you need it for, how often you will use it, whether or not you have a family and how much you can afford to continue to
Don't Forget Your Funnel!
Hello everyone and welcome back to our series of short articles on building a tool set for the new weekend warrior auto mechanic. In past articles we covered some of the tools that you will want to be sure to include and what to look for when buying them. In today's article I'm going to di
How to Rebuild an Old Auto Generator
The venerable generator provided the electrical power for all types of vehicles during the early years of the automobile. The generator used a spinning armature to generate DC electrical power and in practice was both rugged and reliable. With the advent of more electrical accessories like power win
How to Change a PCV Valve on a 1994 Mazda B-4000
The PCV valve in your 1994 Mazda B-4000 expels fumes from your engine. It reduces the tailpipe emissions and improves efficiency. If the valve is bad, your engine may exhibit poor fuel economy or performance. Ideally, the valve is changed every 30,000 to 50,000 miles. You don't need to visit a mecha
How Do I Change a 1998 Ford Explorer Front Wheel Bearing?
Taking advantage of a small niche market at the time, Ford released the first of many luxury-style SUVs, the Explorer, in 1991. Thought the original Explorer did not hold a candle to more modern luxuries seen in SUVs, it was high-end for its era, including standard features like 15-inch wheels and a
How to Remove a Honeywell Thermostat Model CT31A1003
The Honeywell CT31A1003 thermostat is easy to install and simple to control. The thermostat includes low-voltage controls, with a switch for turning on heat or air in your home. If you need to replace the Honeywell thermostat, you can remove it from the wall mount at any time. If you installed the t
How to Care for a Bright Aluminum Tread Toolbox
Bright aluminum tread toolboxes can be installed into truck beds for carrying tools and accessories while keeping them safely secured. This type of toolbox has either a manual-lift lid or a hydraulic arm to lift the lid automatically after unlocking it with the key. Routine maintenance on a toolbox
How to Adjust the Headlights on a Hyundai Elantra
The headlights on your Hyundai Elantra must be adjusted any time you replace the headlight assembly. The headlights need to be aimed downward on the road, but it's quite easy to misalign them if you do not give yourself a proper reference point. There are two adjustment screws on the top of the head
Car Servicing: Why It Is Important For Your Car?
You need to take special care of your car to keep it in a good condition. There are many good car repairing centres offering car repair and maintenance services at cheap rates. Read the post ...
Winter Tires – Best for the Cold Countries
During the winter, one of the most important things when on the road is stability. In order to have this you have to make the right choice for the type of tires you put on ...
3 Car Paint Types: Pros And Cons Of Each
If you are planning on painting your car, here are the pros and cons of the popular types of car paints. Urethane paints The main benefit is that it can be sprayed over almost any type of paint as it does not react. It's also cheap and dries easily. Experts also say that it gives excellent fini
How To Replace Drive Belts on John Deere Tractors
The John Deere tractor has been one of the most popular riding tractor mowers produced. They lend themselves well to maintenance and repair, usually requiring only a few basic tools and steps. The drive belt receives its power from the engine and engages the transmission pulley. Idler pulleys put te
How Do I Increase Performance on a F22B1 VTEC Engine?
The F22B1 is a 2.2-liter, American-spec variant of Honda's F-series four cylinder, and was commonly found under the hoods of a number of 1990's Accords and Acura CLs. While not as popular in the aftermarket as the company's B-series and H-series engines, this largest of F-series motors is still a po
Auto Repair Shop Qualifications
Choosing an automotive repair shop is not a small decision. Bad or dishonest ones can really make sure life harder. Find out some suggestions you can use in order to aid you with your search.