2015

About Misaligned Wheels & Worn Car Tires

Are you fed up with the loud noises your car tires make each time you make a turn? It may be time for you to invest in a new set of tires, but the problem may happen again if the wheels are not properly aligned. Find out in this article how a bad wheel alignment can lead to worn tires, as well as what you can expect to pay a professional to fix the problem.

6 Reasons Why Your Vehicle's Transmission May Need Repair

Your car's transmission is very simple to break and very costly to repair. Proper maintenance is key in preventing most repair causes, and finding an honest transmission repair expert is a big part of the process. The amount of work and the type of parts needed can greatly affect the price of a transmission repair, as will the following reasons why the repair may be necessary. Poor Upkeep Accurate diagnosis of transmission problems is the first step in getting the vehicle running again.

Car Jumping Contests: How The Competition Will Cause More Frequent Auto And Hydraulic Repair

So you installed a hydraulic system to customize your vehicle and give it that low rider look with some major bounce. If you also enter your car into car jumping contests, then you may want to look at what it will cost to maintain and repair your hydraulics after a few competitions. Sometimes it is not the hydraulics you need to worry about so much as it is the suspension, the shocks or the tie rods.

3 Tips To Help You Get The Best Deal On Auto Parts At The Junkyard

Junkyards can be a time-consuming albeit affordable way to pick up used auto parts. The more you know about the way junkyards operate, the more likely it is that you'll be able to get the best deal possible. These smart shopping tips will help you find good parts at good prices at your local junkyard. Tip #1: Avoid junkyards that won't let you collect your own part. Many junkyards charge a nominal entry fee and then allow customers to wander around until they find the part they're looking for.

Shaking While Idling On F-150 Trucks

The F-150 has served farms, ranches, construction sites and quarries across the America. Unfortunately, the stresses of heavy-duty work can bring even the mightiest machines down during the toughest of times. If your truck starts shaking while idle—whether it continues while driving or not—there are a few places you need to check before heading back out to work.   Mass Air Flow Sensor Problems Shaking while idling is often a problem caused by problems in the fuel combustion system.