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How To Winterize Your vehicle
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First things first, I decided to jump the car to see if there was something more expensive than a battery looming under the symptoms. A few minutes later the vehicle roared to life, but not for long. I was begining to wonder about the aged generator that had been on the car since we bought it back in 2006. A simple test for this on the older cars is to see if it will run with the battery disconnected. In this case, I took the terminal off the battery and the engine sputtered to a halt (note: if you aren't comfortable with vehicle electrics, we suggest you leave these shade tree mechanic techniques to professionals at a shop).
Now you are ready to install a back flush kit. This kit is inexpensive and can easily be purchased at your local auto parts near me. Follow the instructions on the back on the kit. Basically, you have to cut the heater inlet hose going to the top of the engine. This is where you install the T section provided in the kit into the line. Slip both ends of the hose onto this fitting and tighten the clamps provided in the kit. Go ahead and connect your garden hose to this fitting.
Carnauba is King - There are synthetic waxes and loads of polishes out there, but a truly good wax will incorporate the element of carnauba, which is ideal for creating a protective shell around a car's paint while simultaneously not damaging it.
Now that all paint and rust are removed you can begin to paint. The best paint and primer to use would be auto spray paint which can be obtained at your local auto store near me and some hardware stores. You always want to start with a white base layer because it helps the paint stick to the metal. Once you have a base layer you can now spray using the auto paint. You want to spray about 12-18 inches away from the parts and frame. Once you put a few layers of paint on you can use a clear coat enamel to finish the paint job.
Many drivers assume parking their vehicle in a garage provides enough protection for the exterior and paint job. However, you should know every time the garage door opens, many dust and dirt particles flow in, settling on the finish of your vehicle. Take care to use a cover even on the cars parked indoors.
As mentioned, the Protecta brand mat shows up in many places. 24 hour auto parts store near me is likely that a local auto parts store near me stocks the mat for many late model trucks. If not they can probably have one for you by next week or sooner. Also some of the rural supply stores, like Tractor Supply, stock the Protecta as well as the Dee Zee mat. Then again, you can order one for your truck online and get it at your house in a few days and pay nothing for shipping.
If you take your vehicle to an auto service center for a big brake repair job, you can expect to pay $149 to $1,000. The amount you pay really depends on the condition of your rotors and brake pads, as well as other fees that service centers charge. If you are not an experienced mechanic, this is your only option. Brake repair jobs should only be performed by mechanical experts.
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