In this HowTo we are going to take a look at the things you need to know before you dig deep into your pocket to restore a Classic Mustang.
The first thing that you have to understand is not all Mustangs are made the same. This is both a physical and economic consideration when selecting which model you want to restore.
First Generation Mustangs
If you want to get the most out of your time and money the first generation …
We are lucky to have a certified auto mechanic on staff so with the high prices of gasoline effecting both contractors and everyone else we decided to take a look at some of the things that can reduce your fuel costs. There are many companies out there trying to sell you products that just don’t work so what can be done to really save some money.
Driving Habits
The most important thing you can do is ease up on your peddle when …
Older cars that use Plastic and Painted Stainless Steel trim parts often have problems of surface cracking and fading. To restore the finish of these products once they are past the point of armor-all you can use special paint that will adhere and bring new life to your old fading parts.
It is important to note we are talking about parts that are in good condition but may have …
As a consumer you should fully understand how much a service for your vehicle will cost you but there are a few things that will end up costing you tons of money if you approach the estimate process without understanding.
The first thing you should understand is estimates come in a variety of forms.
Estimates for Order
This type of estimate is provided when you want the service performed and takes into account Labor Hours and Parts …
People are always trying to find ways that they can conserve energy and resources so we thought it might be good to make a list of some of the things we can do.
Use Compact Florescent Lights.
Raise the setting for your Air Conditioner to 78F – 80F.
Turn your Air Off when you leave the house.
Reduce the temperature on your water heater.
Reduce your thermostat setting to 68F for heating.
When you are diagnosing a problem in your cars charging system it is very easy to overlook the possibility of bad battery cables.
If a cable is bad then you can have a range of problems that make it seem that other components are causing a problem. This can prolong your diagnostics and you may end up replacing items that are still good.
Battery cables are …
Tool Chests are a great way to store and sort your hand tools and although they have been used by Automotive Mechanics for years they are finding their ways into home garages too.
There are many options when purchasing a Tool Chest so you should look for one that meets your own needs.
Models are available in many sizes and with special options. You can choose from a single piece tool chest or start off by …
Understanding a little bit about your car’s paint and the products that you put on it will go a long way in protecting your investment.
This HowTo will cover some of the methods to restore and improve older paint. If you are working on fresh paint see our other HowTo for additional information.
It seems that every year some company comes out with a new product that is suppose to …
Knowing when your battery is dead is pretty easy to understand usually you get in and try the ignition and if you are lucky you might hear some grinding of your starter or just a few clicks of the solenoid but how can you predict or stop this from happening?
In this HowTo we will look at some of the maintenance and preventative measures you can take to make sure your battery won’t let you …
The old adage is true … walk into any shop and look for the guy for the most stuff all over him and you know you found the new guy.
The fact is this is not only true for your local body shop but for any business. You can go into any business and pickout the new guy by seeing who is running around but getting only the same amount of work done or less.
Working …