2016

Remove Mildew Stains And Hardened Tree Sap From An Aluminum Trailer's Exterior

If mildew and tree sap have caused black streaks and hardened residue to appear on the sides and back of the aluminum trailer that you use to store landscaping materials that you tow behind your truck, clean the trailer's exterior with the following steps. Once the exterior has been restored to its original condition, protect it from additional staining in the future. Materials water hose bucket of warm water mixed with detergent mixing stick stiff-bristled scrub brush with extension handle bleach sponge putty knife utility knife mineral spirits soft cloths Remove The Mildew Stains

A Checklist For The Tools You Will Need For DIY Transmission/Clutch Work

If you are living on a budget, you are probably trying to save all the money you can. When your vehicle needs transmission/clutch repairs, you might decide it is cheaper for you to make your own repairs than paying a mechanic to do so for you. Learn more about the kinds of tools you will need for successfully repairing your car's transmission and clutch in your garage at home. A Short Transmission Jack Is Important

Signs Of 4 Types Of Car Problems

When you're having a problem with your car, you want to know what the issue is. What kind of car repair do you need? Here are four types of car problems, as well as their signs: 1. Engine Repair Signs Your engine keeps your car going. If your engine is due for a repair soon, you may notice some of these distinctive signs: Check engine light comes on Popping, grinding, scraping, or clicking sounds coming from the engine Car lurches or surges when you accelerate from a stop Car stalls Smell of gas, exhaust, or another bad smell inside the car Increased visits to the gas station 2.

From Cylons To Knight Rider: How Custom Auto Grilles Can Transform Your Vehicle Into An 80's Icon

If you have ever watched some original episodes of popular TV series like Battlestar Galactica or Knight Rider and you were impressed by the flashy chrome and sideways-moving LED lights, then maybe you would enjoy these effects on your car. You can add these effects to your car's grille (that front end part of your car just above the bumper and just below the hood). Here is how custom auto grilles can take your car from ordinary to an '80's TV-inspired icon.

Getting Your Truck Ready For A Road-Trip This Summer

If you have a road-trip planned, make sure you get your truck ready for the journey ahead. The last thing any traveler wants is mechanical issues or repairs on the road, so be sure to have your mechanic give your truck a good once-over before making long-distance trips. Some things to do before hitting the road include: Invest in a truck-cap. A cap is an investment that pays for itself many times over; it provides protection for anything you put in the bed of your truck, as well as security so your belongings won't be stolen.