Archive for October, 2008
Expert auto care (car inspections) for the luxury cars
No commentsBy Mechanic Mechanic
Where to get the best automobile care
The buyers of passenger and other cars are not as finicky about maintenance as are the owners of the luxury cars. As one can well assume, the elite branded cars cost a lot and their owners do not hesitate to spend in their maintenance and repair. [...]
(Vehicle inspection checklist) “Carputers” Becoming Options On The Open Market
No commentsBy Mike Trudel
If your fingers itch for a touch screen even during the morning commute, there may be a solution — particularly when you’re carpooling in the passenger seat and have a minute to play. Vehicles are now being released with “carputers” or “carPCs” as an option, not just as a retrofit. A familiar type [...]
(State automotive inspectors) What Styles Of Car Lifts Are There To Choose From?
No commentsBy Christine OKelly
Automotive lifts have been designed with a variety of uses in mind. Some car lifts are smaller and intended for smaller vehicles, making them ideal for small repairs and storage in home garages. Larger units designed for heavy-duty repairs have been created for professional garages and other applications where they are constantly in [...]
(Automotive inspection) Grinding Valves in Antique Cars
No commentsBy Peter Salmonford
Owing to the fact that the inlet valve is not subjected to the temperatures which the exhaust valve reaches, it is very rarely necessary to grind it in. The period at which valve grinding becomes necessary varies with different engines and the care of driving, etc. Roughly, with a water-cooled engine, the exhaust [...]
(Automotive inspectors) Grinding Valves in Antique Cars
No commentsBy Peter Salmonford
Owing to the fact that the inlet valve is not subjected to the temperatures which the exhaust valve reaches, it is very rarely necessary to grind it in. The period at which valve grinding becomes necessary varies with different engines and the care of driving, etc. Roughly, with a water-cooled engine, the exhaust [...]
(Vehicle inspection checklist) Handling Wear and Tear in Antique Car Engines
No commentsBy Peter Salmonford
Loss of compression is also due to wear set up between the piston and cylinder. In engines that have done a considerable amount of running the cylinders may have worn slightly oval, and they should be carefully examined to see if this is the case, and if so, should be rebored. The trouble [...]
