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Caravan Maintenance: Things You Can DIY Before the Next Service

Owning a caravan can make your family and group camp tours and road trips much more exciting, inexpensive and flexible. Caravans provide freedom and privacy you would not enjoy when using public transportation and renting accommodation in hotels and motels. However, to enjoy all the benefits that a mobile caravan has to offer and avoid breakdowns, you need to keep it in good condition. Like other automobiles, caravans require regular servicing.

How to polish your car exhaust header

As a result of the extent of heat exposure that a car exhaust header is subjected to, it's prone to displaying signs of deterioration. Therefore, on occasion, you can decide to polish your car exhaust header to give it a shiny, brand-new like appearance. This article gives you step-by-step tips as to how you can polish your exhaust header. Tools and materials needed for the task Aluminium polish Cloth Latex gloves Rust cleaner Newspaper Toothbrush Sandpaper Soapy water Step 1

5 Bad Manual Tranmission Habits That Can Damage Your Vehicle

Many people prefer driving a manual, but that increase in control compared to an automatic does mean that there are a few mistakes that you can make, and many of them can cause considerable damage. Here are just five of the most common manual transmission errors that can damage your vehicle. 1. Downshifting for Braking Some people downshift – dropping from one of the higher gears to a lower one – rapidly when they are approaching a red light in order to slow the vehicle down.

3 Features That Affect the Durability of Commercial Trucks

Trucks on sale have so many standard and optional features that it may be daunting to pick out the most essential features that you need. This article discusses three important features that have a bearing on the durability of any commercial truck. Use this information to select the most durable truck. The Rear Frame  You may compare a rear frame on a truck to the foundation on a house. Once a foundation is weak, that house will not last for long.

3 Tips To Remove Small Dents From Your Car

If you bang your car while backing out or if someone accidentally bumps into you, then chances are that you've got a small dent on the body. While this isn't serious, even a small dent can ruin the entire appearance of your precious vehicle, so you probably want to get it repaired. This guide is designed to help you remove small dents from your car. If the dent is bigger than you can handle, be sure to take it to a smash repairs expert.

3 Tips To Prevent A Breakdown In Your Car's Transmission System

To prevent your car from breaking down while you drive, you must pay close attention to your transmission, whether automatic or manual. Several factors like low transmission fluid levels, car overloading and excessive heat may be involved in the breakdown of your car's transmission system, so here are some tips to prevent them. If you face any transmission problem, be sure to get car repairs immediately to prevent small problems from becoming catastrophic nightmares.

Planning To Travel During The Holiday Season? Get Your Camper-Van Or Motor-Home Serviced Early

The end-of-year holidays are nigh, and with their advent, the numerous travels and last-minute preparations. If you plan to travel this holiday season, as you are most likely wont to, don't wait for the last minute. Start the preparation process early (now) by having your camper-van or motor-home serviced. Read on for some more insights. Why now? If you think that it's still early to check on your camper, you are mistaken.

Exclusive tips when moving in the winter

Moving in the winter is a big step and the chills may be a huge drawback. But it also carries with it a large number of perks. Moving in the winter gets you better deals on truck rentals. You'd be able to spend less but still get the full services offered by the moving companies. However, don't let your budget get in the way of your safety. You need to guard yourself and plan ahead.

Indications Your Brakes Need Car Servicing

When it comes to the maintenance of your vehicle, paying close attention to any potential hazards is one of the best ways of ensuring they do not become fully blown out auto problems. Some drivers only choose to take their vehicle for car servicing when it is in dire need for one. The problem with waiting that long to do so is that you put yourself at risk of costly repairs as well as spontaneous breakdowns.

Surprising Reasons to Choose a Panel Beater Versus Handling Your Own Repair Work

A panel beater usually bumps out the body of a car after an accident or other damage, and makes your car look like new. While you may be tempted to handle your own panel beating work when your car has suffered a slight dent or ding, there are very good reasons to consider having a professional panel beater handle this work instead; some of these reasons may even surprise you. Note a few of them below.