When it comes to auto repair promotions; did you know that you can link your auto repair shop to a charity to market your business? There are many savvy small businesses doing the very same thing so why should it be any different to an auto repair shop?
Most of us encountered driving on the freeway and then suddenly, a big bam happens on our car. We can't really avoid pebbles and rocks to fly away because trucks and other cars tend to ...
There are as many varieties of oil transfer pumps as there are industries in which they are used. Regular bulk oil transfers are performed on a regular basis in the petroleum, automotive, heavy industrial and energy industries, not to mention edible oils in the food industry. This DIY oil transfer
Radiators serve one of the most essential roles in the functioning of a vehicle. Radiators serve to keep your car's engine at a moderate level ensuring that it does not overheat or abruptly quit. Radiator problems are very common because initial issues with radiators are sometimes hardly noticeable.
Rain-X is a product that seals your car exterior to repel liquids.yellow car, a honda japanese sport car model image by alma_sacra from Fotolia.comRain-X is a glass treatment that is supposed to give you better visibility while driving. The same technology that was used for developing the...
Hyundai fog lights need to be checked and changed when they burn out. This normally happens as a result of normal use, but occasionally, an electrical short might cause them to burn out prematurely. Replacement fog lights can be purchased at most auto parts stores or at a Hyundai dealership. You mus
The starter on a 1996 Hyundai Sonata serves to electronically start the internal parts inside of your engine, enabling the mechanical parts to start functioning. Without the starter, the mechanical parts will not begin to operate, which will keep your engine from turning on, thereby stranding you an
The Craftsman 917.773761 is a wheeled weed trimmer — a hybrid of a lawnmower and a handheld line cutter. The unit gets its power from an exposed gasoline powered engine mounted between the rear wheels. Problems turning the engine over using the starter cord often have a simple fix. There could
The Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck has been a long-time American favorite. Known for its rugged off-road strength, it doubles as a comfortable everyday driver. The Silverado's reputation for reliability and longevity means trips to the mechanics' shop are hopefully rare, but routine maintenance is
The base trim of the 1999 GMC Envoy is equipped with a 4.3-liter, six-cylinder engine that produces 250 foot-pounds of torque at 2,800 rpm. The Envoy comes standard with an antitheft alarm system, cruise control, power steering, fog lights, a lighted entry system, power brakes, 15-inch wheels, air c
An oil pressure switch, also called an oil pressure sending unit, measures the oil pressure at which your engine is operating. The pressure is converted into an electronic signal, registered on your dashboard on a gauge or warning light. Over time, oil pressure switches can fail and display inaccura
Nearly all new Toyota vehicles come with a keyless entry remote. This small remote attaches to your key chain and can be used to unlock and lock your car, in addition to activating the panic alarm. Some keyless models even allow you to pop your trunk with the push of a button. However, the remote ru
Even if you properly and regularly maintain your boat, dirt and corrosion builds up over time around the steering cable inside its tube. Eventually, the steering cable may seize up in the tube, making steering the boat difficult or impossible. A good cleaning often will free the steering, but the ti
Why buy an electric generator, when you already have a car than can be used to make electricity? An Inverter is a device that electronically makes AC from DC. Typically, it converts 12 volts DC in your car to 120 volts AC household current. I've owned lots of generators, and an inverter and a car w
Transmission oil is red or green when it's working at its best. If the transparent color of your oil is changing, there could be a problem waiting to happen. The newest oil has been chemically formulated to operate under various temperatures. The liquid helps operate the valves, torque converter and
The Mercury Mountaineer has multiple types of rear windows. The fixed-glass panels at the very back require special tools; these panels are typically handled by trained professionals. It is possible for the vehicle owner to replace the glass in the rear doors. This procedure is very similar to repla
If you're ever in a fender-bender, or if you are simply repainting or touching up a few scratches on your vehicle, there's the possibility that paint will end up on your taillights. If you are able to get it while it's still wet, you'll only need a dry cloth. However, if the paint has had time to dr
A street-ridden motorcycle is required by law across the majority of the United States to be equipped with a speedometer, whose main purpose is to present its rider with an accurate reading of the motorcycle's traveling speed. Although newer motorcycles are equipped with electronic speedometers whic
Replacing a headlamp on a 1995 Ford F250 is a fairly straightforward procedure anyone with basic mechanical aptitude can accomplish in a matter of minutes. The headlamp assembly contains a halogen headlamp bulb, which can burn out over time. Once the bulb has burned out, you will no longer have the
Red threadlocker sealants increase the bonding area between the male threads of a bolt and the female threads of a nut or threaded hole. Metal threads contain varying degrees of imperfections. Even minor imperfections lessen the contact area between male and female threads. Red threadlocker fills th
