Brake Discs, Drums and Hardware
If you're a little more 'hands on' than most and want to tackle some do-it-yourself jobs on your car or truck, choosing the correct disc rotors and brake hardware for your car or truck is a great place to start.
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Car repair Tips and Tutorials Archive
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Common problems with water pumps and how to make them last
While water pumps are generally very reliable in their operation, they can and do leak. This can be due to where the pump joins to the engine block – the gasket can deteriorate and leak, or the actual impeller/bearing can begin to leak over time.
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How To Buy and Install Wiper Blades
There are several different styles of wiper blades on the market. Here's a handy guide to what you need to look out for…
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Simple Guide to Automotive Light Bulbs and Replacing Them
There is a dizzying array of car bulbs on the market, and it's easy to buy the wrong ones if you don't know what you're looking for. Check out our handy guide to arm yourself with the knowledge needed to always buy the correct type, and discover how to fit them too…
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Beginner's Guide: What Is an Auxiliary Drivebelt and What Does It Do?
Auxiliary belts are used to drive the air-conditioning compressor, power steering pump, water pump and the alternator, and are connected to those components from the crankshaft pulley.
The Routine Service Schedule: What to Check and When
So cars need servicing and we all know that, right? But what do you do, and when?
Common Problems with Accessory Drivebelts and How To Make Them Last
Due to the nature of the drivebelt – in that it's a relatively simple toothed strip of reinforced rubber – the only two problems you're likely to face are either the belt slipping or the belt snapping!...
Pros and Cons of Replacement vs. LED Turn Signal Bulbs
If you notice that your dash lights are suddenly blinking at a much faster rate, it’s probably that the bulb is defective. This is a fail-safe method of knowing if your turn light bulbs are working or not.
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Pros and Cons of OEM vs Aftermarket Replacement Parts
When it comes to choosing spare parts for your car you're faced with the option of getting the part from the manufacturer, or from a third party supplier. We look at the pros and cons of each.
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How To Test a Spark Plug
Have you ever wondered what a spark plug's job is? How to find them, and how they are tested? Well read on and we'll give you the answers... ...