Understanding Auto Service Tasks

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Understanding Auto Service Tasks

Hello, my name is Davey Jerome. Welcome to my site about auto service. When I was a young boy, the first task I learned to perform on my dad’s truck was an oil change. I delighted in letting the old oil flow out into the drain pan and removing the old filter. Adding the new filter and oil seemed to rejuvenate that old truck and ready it for another day of work on the farm. I will use this site to explore the process of performing automotive services on your own. I hope you can use the information on my site to learn about this important task.

Three Tips For Properly Storing An Antique Car

7 June 2016
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Someone who owns an antique car is often very proud of it and is willing to do just about anything they possibly can to keep the car in pristine condition. If you have recently purchased an antique car and do not know how to properly store it, there is a good chance that it could be damaged in a very short period of time, even if you never drive it. The guide below walks you through a few tips for properly storing an antique car at your home. Read More …

4 Terms You Need To Understand If Your Drive Belt Is Being Worked On

6 June 2016
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If your vehicle starts squealing when you are driving, there is a good chance that the drive belt needs to be replaced. This sound may start out gradually and increase in loudness and how frequently you hear it over time. Here are four terms that will help you understand what your mechanic is talking about when you take your vehicle in to get your drive belt inspected and replaced. Drive Belt Read More …

These Semi-Truck Inspections Should Never Be Overlooked

6 June 2016
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As a truck driver, you rely on your semi-truck to take you places far and wide so you can deliver client goods on time. If you experience a breakdown, your production and profits may suffer. Having a reliable and experienced mechanic on your side that can be used for repairs between road trips is an excellent way to protect your trucking career. But to help cut down on the risk of needing repairs overall, it's also a good idea to commit to regular inspections of various truck components. Read More …

How Do You Know When Your Ball Joints Need To Be Replaced?

6 June 2016
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Ball joints are an integral suspension component in most modern vehicles. They are bearings located in a socket and are the main suspension pivot point. Think of the human hip and how the femur connects to the pelvis socket. Ball joints are what interlock the control arm to the steering knuckle or connect the vehicle's tire and steering wheel to the suspension. The allow the pivot between the steering wheel and the suspension. Read More …

3 Signs That Your Car Needs To Be Serviced

6 June 2016
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Your car needs to be regularly serviced in order to keep it running in optimal condition. However, it can be easy to forget when the next scheduled service time comes around. Thus, it can be helpful to recognize some of the signs that may indicate that your car needs to be serviced immediately. Here are a few of them: Your engine light is lit. One indication that your car needs to be serviced as soon as possible is a glowing engine light. Read More …