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How To Fix Paint Scratches, Abrasions, & Other Such Ugliness

Repairing paint scratches isn’t really too difficult, but if not done correctly, a small repair job can turn into a major expense. Deep scratches, abrasions and stains are best repaired by a professional, but you can repair some of the lesser scratches such as key & pebble marks yourself, and usually save a lot of [...]

Very Useful Tool: The Power ProbeĀ®

Every once in awhile, an ingenious product comes along which fills a real need, is easy to use, and is nearly indespensable. Such a product is the Power Probe,made by Power Probe, Inc. of Brea, Ca. USA.

Headlight Bulbs Explained: What To Do When They Burn Out

We’ve all seen it: A car is coming toward you on the road, but you may mistakenly think that its a motorcycle, especially at night. Or perhaps the other driver is purposely keeping his or her headlights on high, even when it isn’t appropriate – so you “flash” the oncoming vehicle. The other driver dims [...]

Car Heaters Demystified: How They Work And How To Troubleshoot Them

The heating system in your car is actually pretty simple in principal. Heated liquid is circulated through a small metal radiator (called a Heater Core) inside the passenger compartment, and a carefully situated electric blower blows air through the heater core as well. As air from the blower passes through the heater core, it [...]

Those Pesky Ground Connections And Why They’re Important

“So, what was wrong with my car?” my friend Rick asked as I handed him his car key. “Glad you asked” I returned. “C’mon out in the shop and I’ll show you”. Rick had brought his car in, complaining about several strange troubles.