2016

3 Steps To Help You Give Your Car A Professional Wash Job This Summer

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It feels good to drive a car that looks like it just rolled off the lot. Here are three steps that will help you change up your car washing game so that your vehicle looks like it was professionally washed every time. #1 Use Three Buckets & Two Colored Mitts To Clean Your Car When you wash your car, you should use at least three different buckets. One of your buckets should be full of water as well as car washing shampoo that is approved for all surfaces on your vehicle.…

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The Advantages Of Alloy Wheels

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Alloy wheels are an alternative type of wheel for your car over the standard steel wheels that come preinstalled on new vehicles. They are made out of a specific metal, usually aluminum or magnesium, mixed in with other metals to form an alloy. Because of this unique material construction of alloy wheels, they have a distinctive set of advantages when compared to traditional steel wheels. Understanding what alloy wheels have to offer your vehicle can help you decide if purchasing a set is the right choice for your driving needs.…

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Buy A Used Car With A Warranty But Now Have Auto Problems? Get Your Mechanic Before Heading To The Dealership

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Have you recently purchased a vehicle from a local auto dealership and they provided a 30-day warranty, or some other guarantee but the automobile isn’t working right? If so, you want to take the car back to the dealership to have it looked at, but you want to find your own mechanic first.  You want to make sure the dealership doesn’t try to say the problem is something different than the real diagnosis, or that the problem is out of the warranty restrictions or the problems were caused by you.…

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Are There Benefits To Rotating Your Tires?

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Tires don’t come cheap and replacing them can put a big hole in your pocket. Experts recommend having your tires rotated approximately every six months or 7,500 miles (whatever comes first). However, some people wonder if rotating your tires really helps extend the amount of time you can use them. Is rotating the tires on your automobile really beneficial to them? What are the Benefits? Saving Money: When you are diligent about having your tires regularly rotated you will save money by not having to frequently replace worn out tires.…

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Saving Money When Using An Auto Repair Shop

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Whether your car needs major repairs or a simple service like an oil change, there are many ways that you can take advantage of some discounts and saving opportunities. So, before you request a tow truck to take your car to the shop or you pay full price for an oil change, consider taking advantage of ways to save like the following: Contact Your Insurance for Towing Assistance: If your vehicle does not turn on or if it is not safe to drive, consider contacting your insurance company before paying out-of-pocket on a towing service to have your car delivered to your repair shop.…

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3 Signs You Need To Have Your Car's Air Conditioner Repaired

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Your car’s air conditioning system is one of the most important parts of your vehicle. If it breaks down or no longer functions properly, driving can become significantly more uncomfortable, making it harder for you to concentrate and increasing the risk of accidents. Thankfully, there are a number of early warning signs that you can watch for to determine when you should have your air conditioner replaced. Leaking Liquids Your car’s air conditioning system also works as a dehumidifier and will drain water out of the bottom of your vehicle slowly.…

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3 Car Repairs To Avoid Doing On Your Own

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It’s normal to want to save some money when it comes to performing repairs to your car. In the past you may have changed a flat tire, changed your oil, replaced a dead battery, or even swapped out an old air filter with a new one, which gives you the confidence to move onto bigger challenges. While those are all easy things you can do on your own, you should avoid doing any of these 3 car repairs yourself.…

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How You Can Replace The Fuel Line Sock On A Ford F250 Pickup Truck In Your Driveway

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A diesel fuel line usually has a sock on the end of it to prevent debris from the fuel tank from getting into the fuel delivery system and clogging it up. However, sometimes the sock gets caked with debris and the fuel will have trouble getting into the fuel line. You notice things like the truck will lose power when you press down on the accelerator or the engine will sound rough as it starves for fuel.…

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Answering Common Windshield Repair Concerns

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Ensuring that you can clearly see while you are driving is a critical need for every driver, which makes caring for your windshield extremely important. Unfortunately, it is possible for the windshield to suffer extensive cracks that will need to be repaired. If you have never had your car’s windshield repaired, you may need to have the more common questions about this repair answered. Will Having A Cracked Windshield Be Expensive?…

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Getting Familiar With Your Vehicle's Paint

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Whether your vehicle needs a touch up or a full body paint job, it’s important to know the differences between enamel, lacquer, and urethane auto paints. You also need to know what kind of paint is on your vehicle now if you want to match the new paint to the existing paint. Otherwise, the paint may not adhere, or you may not get the finish and color you want. Acrylic Lacquer Auto Paints…

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