Mitsubishi EVO Vs. Subaru Impreza STi
October 30, 2006 | Leave a Comment
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Another YouTube video that compare both Mitsubishi Evolution 8 and Subaru Impreza STi from Top Gear.
Tag:automobiles, cars, evolution, impreza, mitsubishi, mitsubishi evo vs. subaru impreza sti, News update, racing, subaru, videoPopularity: 3% [?]
Ferrari F430 Review From YouTube
October 30, 2006 | Leave a Comment
Just watch the Ferrrari F430 review from YouTube. See all the latest gadget inside the car itself. Cool!!! Don’t think I could ever afford to buy one 
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2007 Acura RDX Review
October 29, 2006 | Leave a Comment
Last year’s RD-X concept gave way this year to the Detroit show’s RDX. Notice that there’s no more hyphen. With a similar roofline, greenhouse, and C-pillars, the RDX is clearly related to last year’s concept vehicle.
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Car Tuning As Defined In Wikipedia
October 29, 2006 | Leave a Comment
Car tuning is both an industry and a popular hobby, in which a car is modified in order to improve its performance and handling.
Car tuning is related to auto racing, but most performance cars never compete. Rather they are built for display at motor shows and club meetings, or just for the pleasure of owning and driving such a vehicle.
The focus of many car tuners is the engine, but the transmission, suspension and brakes are often modified as well.
Another major part of tuning a car is the body work. This includes changing front, side and rear bumpers, adding spoilers, alloy wheels window tinting, neon lights, sound systems, seats and just about everything else that you can change in a car.
Click here to go to the source.
Tag:automobile, autos, car, tuning, wiki, wikipediaPopularity: 4% [?]
Tips To Choose Car Batteries
October 29, 2006 | Leave a Comment
When you want to buy a new car battery you should consider the following tips:
- The size of the battery because it needs to fit in your car’s battery tray.
- The ratings of the battery. If you live in a cold climate country, select a higher cold cranking amps rating. The cold cranking amps rating represent the vehicle’s ability to work in colder temperatures. This isn’t important in a warmer climate. The reserve capacity rating is also important. It indicates the vehicle’s ability to operate should the fan belt or alternator fail. The higher the rating, the longer the operating time, but consult your owner’s manual or ask your mechanic to find out how much your particular vehicle can handle.
- Buy branded battery because you don’t try to save money by buying an inexpensive brand and then run the risk of being stranded if it dies on you.
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Project Subaru Impreza 2006 - STI Visit
October 28, 2006 | Leave a Comment
Check out the nice body work on a Subaru Impreza 2006 STi from YouTube.
Tag:cars, impreza, Modification, modified cars, project subaru impreza sti, subaru, video, youtubePopularity: 3% [?]
How To Repair Punctured Tubeless Tyres
October 26, 2006 | Leave a Comment
My car left rear tyre was punctured today because of a nail but luckily it was a tubeless tyre. Tubeless tyre doesn’t punctured or become deflate immediately compare to tubed tyre.
I found a website that shows you how to fix the tyre yourself if you want to DIY provided you have the tyre repair kit. From the website, Unipatch Rubber Ltd repair Kit is used. The kit consists of (1) Spiral cement tool; (2) T-shaped handle tool; (3) Needle for permacure plug; (4) Allen key; (5) Omni vulcanizing fluid and (6) Permacure plugs.
To fix the tyre, you need to:
Step 1:
Identify the leak area. If it’s because of a nail, I assume you can easily locate it.
Step 2:
Pull out the nail or foreign object. Then determine the direction of the tear by carefully working the tip of the spiral tool. Do take care to ensure you do not aggravate the tear.
Step 3:
Cement the injury thoroughly using the spiral tool with the vulcanizing fluid using a clockwise rotating motion. Repeat the process at least thrice.
Step 4:
Insert the Permacure rubber plug in the eye of the needle which needs to be inserted in the T-shaped tool for better leverage. Also a slight application of the vulcanizing fluid is suggested here. Take care that you do not dip the Permacure into cement can or tube.
Step 5:
Place the tip of the needle in line with the open abrasion and then push the Permacure plug into the tyre until about 25 per cent of its length remains above the tread surface. See that the plug is right through and through and then pull out the needle from the tyre. Let it set and seal for about five minutes and then inflate the tyre to manufacturer recommendation and inspect the repair for more leaks.
Step 6:
Once inflated you can snip off the visible portion of the Permacure plug by a pair of scissors. In case the puncture is big and the Permacure plug has not completely sealed it, simply insert a second Permacure plug at the point of air seepage.
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Tag:automobile, automotive, car, car repair, cars, Repair and Maintenance, repair kit, tubeless tyrePopularity: 3% [?]
Tips On How To Avoid Auto Repair
October 24, 2006 | Leave a Comment
There are few simple tips that you can take to avoid auto repair or major auto repair to be precise.
The autobytel survey indicated that “only 28% of respondents perform the factory-specified services described in the owner’s manual, and 72% perform services later than scheduled or not at all.” The survey also found that the consistent-service ideal is the exception rather than the rule. In fact, the majority (58%) of survey respondents indicated that they either take their vehicles to different garages for different repairs, or deal with different service representatives visit-to-visit. Nearly 10% said they are completely unaware of their recommended factory services schedule, and 28% had “no idea” or only a “vague idea” when they’re supposed to schedule their next service appointment.
Motorists should follow these tips when it comes to car service:
- Dealerships offer new car owner clinics - sponsored by the service centers. Take one when you purchase a new vehicle.
- Read and understand the service part of your owners manual.
- Always keep to a repetitive schedule.
- Build a relationship with the dealership or shop, and start when you make the appointment — make time to speak with the service advisor.
- Pick up your car from your service advisor - not the cashier.
- Don’t hesitate to question the Service Advisor.
- Know what’s supposed to take place - question any variation.
- If you get your oil changed at an oil change shop, don’t expect them to check your brakes.
- Listen for rattles, squeaks, and let your technician know about it. Be prepared to show the condition, and document intermittent problems.
- Remember that the people who work on cars are skilled technicians - not “mechanics”. They are required to serve a four-year apprenticeship, during which time they have to gain a four-year degree. Today’s auto technician uses sophisticated diagnostic equipment in tough outdoor conditions, works on his feet all day in a hazardous environment - and must be versatile enough to do everything from complex repair to tire changes.
Click here to read more from the source.
Tag:automobile, automotive, cars, maintenance, repair, Repair and Maintenance, tipsPopularity: 2% [?]
How To Avoid Costly Repair Bills
October 24, 2006 | Leave a Comment
The first step to successful car maintenance is simple, just do it. The second is even easier, do it exactly as you’re told to by technicians and in your owners manual.
According to Michael Rose of Autobytel, formerly an Certified Master Technician with BMW, the two most important things a car owner should do is keep his or her car serviced as per recommended service intervals, find a technician they can trust - and stick to them. “It’s important to follow the automaker’s service schedule, because it is a good way to discover potential manufacturing defects,” said Rose. “Part of the factory scheduled service is designed to help keep a car running correctly.”
Consumers can prevent themselves from cheated by the mechanics or technicians by practicing a few simple steps:
- Get a price for the service — on the phone, and write it down - if that price is different when you bring your car into the shop, ask why.
- Always get a signed estimate.
- Don’t worry about what a shop charges per hour Understand what the job is - ask an outside source if you are not comfortable.
- Be aware of what the owners manual says, and use that knowledge.
- Let your service professional advise you — trust him, and don’t be afraid to ask questions.
“Continuity of service is important,” Rose said. “Pick anywhere you want to have service done, but try to get all your service done at the same place so they can keep track of your car, and maintain your records.
Click here to read more from the source.
Tag:cars, maintenance, repair, Repair and Maintenance, repair billsPopularity: 2% [?]
