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Your Drive Train Explained
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The drive train serves two functions: it transmits power from the engine to the drive wheels, and it varies the amount of torque. "Power" is the rate or speed at which work is performed. "Torque" is turning or twisting force. Multiple ratio gearboxes are necessary because the engine delivers its maximum power at certain speeds, or RPM (Rotations Per Minute). In order to use the .....
Author: Kevin Schappell
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2005
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The Engine Explained
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The engine is the heart of your car, but instead of pumping blood, the engine pumps air and fuel. The engines main function is to convert air and fuel into rotary motion so it can drive the wheels of the car. How does it do that ??.... Well let's start with a cutaway of the engine and see all the major parts then we will get into the actual mechanics.
Pistons: Most common .....
Author: Kevin Schappell
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2005
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Auto HVAC
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Not only do we depend on our cars to get us where we want to go, we also depend on them to get us there without discomfort. We expect the heater to keep us warm when it's cold outside, and the air conditioning system to keep us cool when it's hot.
We get heat from the heater core, sort of a secondary radiator, which is part of the car's cooling system. We get air .....
Author: Kevin Schappell
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2005
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The Cooling System
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The purpose of the engine's cooling system is to remove excess heat from the engine, to keep the engine operating at its most efficient temperature, and to get the engine up to the correct temperature as soon as possible after starting. Ideally, the cooling system keeps the engine running at its most efficient temperature no matter what the operating conditions are.
As fu .....
Author: Kevin Schappell
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2005
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Technical Service Bulletins (TSB)
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Smart home mechanics use all the information available to diagnose problems with their vehicle. Below you will find the two most valuable sources of data available today. Most people know nothing about TSBs, but they should. Both of these excellent resources are available online from websites like AllData.com
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs):
TSBs are issued by vehicle ma .....
Author: Kevin Schappell
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2005
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Body Care
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The winter months can be tough on your body... your car body that is. Salt and chemicals used in the colder climates can wreak havoc on your cars precious sheet metal. By doing a few simple things this winter, you can keep your car's body looking it's best.
Put a good heavy coat of wax on your car before the winter storms hit. This heavy coat will protect your paint f .....
Author: Kevin Schappell
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2005
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Two and Four Stroke Engines: Fast and Simple Answers.
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A few fast responses and facts about Two and Four Stroke Engines.
Many years ago when I got hooked by motorcycles, I started to hear a lot about two and four stroke engines... It seemed there were (and there still are) strong opinions in pro and con of each of the engine types.
As Internet wasn't available, and as I was worried about other aspects or motorcycle riding b .....
Author: Daniel Levy
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2005
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Online Sales and The Auto Dealer
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Auto Dealers are finding selling their vehicles online hit or miss at best. Auto Trader and Ebay along with Smart Auction from General Motors are offering some of the best options to an Auto Dealer. Why is it that less than 10% of the vehicles listed online are actually selling? There are plenty of companies offering solutions but none seem to be working on a consistent basis. .....
Author: Cherie Szilvagyi
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2005
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How To Escape a Speeding Ticket By Getting Away With A Warning
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Learn the tips on how to act when stopped by a police officer and what to say to increase your chances of getting away with a warning and not being ticketed. If you want to save yourself from the worries and expenses of dealing with a speeding ticket then after reading this article you'll know what to do when stopped by an officer.
If a police patrol car pulls up behind y .....
Author: Ron B
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2005
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15 Ways to Lower Your Car Insurance Quote
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1. Shop around
The difference in price between various companies can be significant. What one company may consider a high risk factor another company may not view as so important. Insurance companies arrive at a price for your car insurance by adding or discounting money after each answer you give to the questions they ask you. Each company has its own rules as to what they c .....
Author: Andrew Bowen
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2005
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