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How to remove and refit a cylinder head ?

Although removing and refitting a cylinder may seem like quite the herculean task and may have you thinking it’s reserved for only automotive engineers. However, following these specially prepared steps, it can be completed by anyone without any hint of mechanical knowledge.

May 22nd, 2019

Educational

What is a radiator ?

A radiator is a container filled with water, serving as a cooling mechanism to a heat generating engine. Basically, a radiator is a form of heat exchanging mechanism that is majorly used for cooling the interior heat combustion of an engine, and transferring thermal energy from one energy phase to another to ensure that the heat gets cool. Radiators are usually created to function as an aspect of the cooling system in electronics, buildings, and automobiles.

May 21st, 2019

Educational

Motor oil explained in depth

TYPES OF MOTOR OIL There are a lot of things that have to be put in place to make sure the car works perfectly. You can tell that even after having your car cleaned to sparkle, you still need to be sure you have all the internal systems working. You need to have the fuel tank filled, check to see if there is enough water in the radiator, and more importantly, check to see if there is oil in the vehicle. Motor oil plays a vital role in keeping the motor working efficiently. Never make it a habit for the motor oil in your car to finish off before you replace it.

May 17th, 2019

Educational

How to keep your car running better for longer

Because cars are make and model specific, there is a ton of specific information you can miss out on if you don’t read the manual. Little things like the kind of fuel and oil to use can be found within the pages of that lousy manual. The more familiar you are with it, the better you can maintain your car.

May 13th, 2019

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What are the signs of a bad air filter?

If you’re not sure whether or not it’s time to go ahead and replace your air filter, there are a few ways you can tell. The following are five indicators that it’s time to change your air filter.

May 03rd, 2019

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Is it safe to buy car parts online?

Buying car parts online is safe if you know that the business you’re buying from is reputable. In this blog post we give you our tips on how to find a reputable and trustworthy online car part dealer.

May 03rd, 2019

Controversial

How to spot fake Google My Business reviews

In this blog post we explain why would someone might give a fake negative Google review, and ways to find out which reviews are fake.

May 03rd, 2019

carpart

Will a new air filter improve my engine performance?

Air filters can impact how your engine runs. In this blog post we explain how a bad air filter can negatively affect your car’s performance and what you can do about it.

May 03rd, 2019

Technical

Parts of a car you should get a professional to fit and parts you can DIY.

Getting a car is can be an amazing and exciting experience. Everyone loves the thrill of getting a new ride. The downside, however, shows up when the car develops a fault or when you have to do maintenance. New car owners generally prefer to leave all repairs to the experts – auto-mechanics. However, if you’ve had some previous experience with cars and you know your way around, you may prefer doing the repairs yourself.

Apr 23rd, 2019

Technical

How to change the oil in your car

It is important that you change the engine oil of your vehicle regularly, as well as, its filter in order for your car to continue running at an optimum level. As you continue to drive your car, you will experience a breakdown in the oil, as well as, the clogging of your vehicle's filter with contaminants. Changing the oil in your car is relatively easy and is not expensive to carry out.

Apr 15th, 2019

Educational

How does a cylinder head work and what does it do ?

The head receives air from the intake manifold via its intake ports, down to the intake valves and all the way into its combustion chamber. As soon as fuel and air combustion have taken place, the exhaust gases in the combustion chamber leave through the exhaust valves and go right through the exhaust port all the way down to the exhaust manifold. In the cylinder head, you will find intake, as well as, exhaust valves.

Apr 11th, 2019

Educational

How does a car rear differential work ?

Have you ever looked at that thing which is located on your car’s rear axle? Yes, we are referring to those ball of gears which give you the ability to round the corner? Has it ever come up in your mind to try to figure out how it works? Well, this article is here to explain everything to you about how a rear differential works.

Mar 21st, 2019

Educational

How a four wheel drive works explained

In the world today, you will find quite as many four-wheel drive systems just as there are four-wheel drive cars. It is almost as though car makers have various schemes which they use to provide power to the wheels of their cars. These car manufacturers usually make use of terms that can get you confused. So, before delving into the intricacies of a four-wheel drive, let's get to understand what some terminologies mean

Mar 20th, 2019

Educational

How does a auto transmission work ? In depth explanation.

It is important to know that auto gearbox's, as well as, manual transmissions are basically built for the same purpose. However, if you have had the opportunity to drive in these different transmissions, you will come to realize that their mode of operation totally differs. As a driver, you will notice that an automatic transmission makes your driving experience much seamless and smooth. For one, you do not have to battle with a clutch pedal which is found in a manual transmission vehicle. Then again, you do not have to operate any gear shift. The only thing that is needed is to take your vehicle from park to drive. Once done, the auto transmission takes care of the rest.

Mar 18th, 2019

Masterpiece

What parts make up a car engine ?

Engines are basically like the heart of our vehicles. They are the power units that are responsible for the spinning of our wheels. Engines have been referred to by most people like machines that are capable of converting one form of energy into mechanical energy. These car engines are built or designed around a set of cooking pots that are referred to as "cylinders." These cylinders on their own are sealed shut and made of super-strong metal. Although they are sealed shut, they happen to open and close at one end.

Mar 15th, 2019