Learn what are the classifications of engine oil

Engine oil is the thing that’s keeps you engine running for many years. It reduces friction between pieces upgrading the engine life. The oil is classified by grades, depending on its energy efficiency. These grades are: SAE Monograde. This is one of the two SAE classifications (Society of Automotive Engineers) : SAE Monograde and SAE Multigrade. The grade is something like “SAE xx” where ...

Fixing high car emissions

In order to find out the amount of pollutants produced by your car, you have to go to an official test center for an emissions test. Then, according to the results you can fix the issue. Directions There are 3 important pollutants: carbon monoxide, nitrous oxide and hydrocarbons. Test your car and see if the emissions are illegal. Use the internet to find an officially authorized center. ...

Tuning a scooter

What to use: screw driver, air pump, tire gauge, spark plug wrench, feeler or gap gauge, tool pouch that came with scooter. Check the spark plug. Usually scooters have a simple tool kit that can be used for tuning. It's advisable to have a spare spark plug and a spare head light bulb. Use a wrench to unscrew the spark plug. In case you have a two cycle engine, it's recommended to purchase 2 ...

Avoiding air bubbles when placing window decals

You can really improve the cars look using decals, but having air trapped under the decal can look very ugly and destroy all look. It will take you just a few minutes to read this tips and avoid destroying a good looking decal. Follow these steps: First clean the window good with water and cleaner. First position the decal in place with a few pieces of tape, in the place you want to g ...

Follow these steps to adjust you truck’s air brakes

Trucks use air brakes that when air is applied the brake pads press on the brake drums. The moment the air brake button is pulled air pressure is applied to the slack adjuster that turns the S-cam on the wheels, resulting in braking. Follow these steps: Choose a good working area to park the truck and pull out the brake button. Put chocks on the front and back of the rear wheels Now ...

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