10 Simple Steps For Cleaning Car Engine
Engine is undoubtedly the most important part of a car but still cleaning car engine is one of the most neglected aspects of the car cleaning process. Like most of the other things, a car engine performs better when it kept clean. Here are few tips for keeping the car engine and its compartment clean and fine-tuned.
Cleaning Car Engine
1)Take your car to an area where the cleaned off materials including soap, dirt and other chemical will not enter a storm drain or cause damage to it. It is important to dump the cleaned off like sludge residue of engine where it will not harm the environment or leave the marks on floor.
2)Turn the engine on for a few minutes if it is heavily soiled. However, make sure that engine only gets slightly warm and can be touched with necked hands.
3)Now, carefully remove the negative and positive cable on the battery, in the same order.
4)Now, in order to stop the water from going to places where it does not belong, cover the exposed electrical components of the vehicle by plastic bag or wrap.
Remember, the water can cause damages if allowed to enter these areas.
5)Now, with the help of a stiff paint brush, brush-out any loose dirt or debris formed on engine surface.
6)Now make a detergent-water solution, by mixing good quality grease cutting dish detergent into the water.
7)Apply the solution on dirty areas of engine with the help of a stiff brush and let it work with dirt and grease.
If there is heavy grease on some engine parts that can’t be removed by using water detergent solution, than an engine de-greaser solvent can be used for the purpose.
Now rinse the engine by using light pressure of water. A garden hose will be the best for this purpose.
9)Now let the wet engine surface dry completely. Remember, turning on the wet engine can cause serious damages to it.
10)Remove the plastic and all the other material you used to cover the electrical components.
I explain step by step how to clean your engine, this can be applied to any vehicle, special car may need to be taken with carburetor vehicles!
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I Run My Car on Water
Yes, you read the headline correctly – I run my car on water. Well, actually I run my car on water and gas. I got tired of the high gas prices and decided it was time to do something. I had heard about a few other people who had converted to water years ago, but always thought it was something for the skilled mechanic, requiring major changes to the car engine.
I did my research, which wasn’t easy, but finally came across a manual someone offered as an e-book (a book you can download instantly on-line) that gave detailed instructions on exactly what to do. I am more of an office person, not especially car engine inclined, so I expected a difficult project ahead of me that I would probably ending up taking to a mechanic to have completed at a cost of ,000’s. Not so. The book cost me . The parts cost me less than . It took me about an hour to complete, on my own, without assistance.
I went from 15 mpg city driving, to over 30 mpg. My truck runs quieter, has more power and shows better overall performance. If I ever desired, I could reverse the system in less than 5 minutes. My warranty isn’t affected, because I made no mechanical changes. All I did was add a new fuel component. And I use less than a quart of water every several hundred miles.
How do you complete the conversion? Well, they don’t give me enough space to try and explain the parts, assembly and installation. You will have to buy the manual yourself or better yet, pay me 0 to convert your car for you. I have quite a long waiting list right now of people who want me to convert their vehicle to water, but eventually I hope to hire and train a crew and open several conversion shops. We could turn back gas prices and clean up the environment faster if you would do it yourself and then help others to do the same.
I will explain how the system works. It sounds crazy to run your car on water. Actually, you are running your car on hydrogen and gas. Unfortunately technology hasn’t progressed enough to run a car totally on hydrogen. But, I think that will change soon.
Hydrogen as a gas is volatile and could cause an explosion if concentrated. That’s where the problem exists for storing hydrogen for running your vehicle. That’s why we use water. It is in no way combustible as a liquid. Yet water is 2 parts hydrogen, 1 part oxygen (H20).
By adding an electric current to the water, HHO gas is produced. The car needs oxygen for combustion and your vehicle already has an air intake for the oxygen it needs. By producing HHO gas and introducing it to your existing combustion system the hydrogen is used as fuel and the oxygen adds a richer combustion environment. Air is only 16-21% oxygen, so introducing pure oxygen to the mix makes the system more efficient. Less gas is needed because the hydrogen is used as fuel. A fuse prevents build up of too much hydrogen gas, making it very safe.
Waste product from normal gas combustion produces harmful gases, including huge amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2) and leaves deposits in your engine. Using water as the fuel produces a waste product without pollutants – simply water. There is no waste matter left in your engine. If anything, water cleans and lubricates your engine.
If Americans would simply convert all vehicles on the road to hybrids of this nature we would send gas prices back to a gallon, reduce global warming, breathe cleaner air and increase our overall daily quality of life – all without Congress, the oil companies or the major automobile manufacturers.
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64 Mechanic’s Ways To Make Your Car Last Longer
Every 2 weeks or 3,000 miles:
1. Check engine oil, transmission fluid and coolant.
Once a month or 1,000 miles:
2. Check tire pressure – with tire gauge.
3. Check transmission fluid.
4. Check brake fluid.
5. Wax car (to protect finish).
6. Check belts and hoses.
Every 3 months or 3,000 miles:
7. Change oil and oil filter (every 6 months or 3,000 miles).
8. Lubricate chassis.
9. Check transmission fluid.
10. Check all drive belts (fan belts) frayed or cracked belts.
Every 6 months or 6,000 miles:
11. Change oil and filter (every 6 months or 3,000 miles).
12. Inspect suspension.
13. Rotate tires.
Every 12 months or 12,000 miles:
14. Flush radiator, replace anti-freeze, check air conditioning system.
15. Replace air filters.
16. Lubricate chassis.
Every 2 years or 24,000 miles.
17. Replace spark plugs (30,000 miles average suggested for unleaded gas) and PC valve.
18. Change automatic transmission fluid, filter and pan gasket.
19. Inspect brake linings.
Every 3 years or 30,000 miles:
20. Check and test ignition wires (replace if needed).
21. Test cooling system and heating hoses (replace if needed).
22. Check drive belts (replace if needed).
23. Replace fluid in differential and manual transmission.
Every 50,000 miles.
24. Check brake shoes (replace if needed)
25. If you have a major repair to do, it’s wise to get at least 3 estimates, if possible, before you decide.
26. Read and follow your car owner’s manual – it’s your car’s bible for making your car last longer.
27. Whether you are a man, woman, boy or girl, learn to do some routine maintenance on your car yourself. A multitude of books, videos, magazines and classes are available at your local library that will teach you for free if you don’t know. Learn how to check your own oil, transmission fluid, tire pressure and coolant, etc.
28. If you find a good mechanic who you can trust, stick with him even if his prices are a bit higher – all things being equal. You’ll always save time, money and aggravation in the long run.
29. Don’t race or gun your engine when you start it up. Accelerate slowly and smoothly when your engine is cold.
30. Avoid burning rubber – it places excessive wear on the transmission, rear end, not to mention your tires.
31. An international tire company estimated that 33% of all tires on the road are under-inflated (low air). Under-inflated tires wear out quicker and have a tendency to blow out easier.
32. A garaged car lasts longer. A car port is next best, and a car cover is a distant third.
33. Avoid jackrabbit starts and stops. Stop and accelerate gradually.
34. Avoid tailgating, tire squealing turns, flying over speed bumps, pot holes and revving your engine.
35. When possible, avoid driving your car during rush hour stop and go traffic periods.
36. Keep front-end aligned, for longer tire life and better gas mileage.
37. Make sure you get promised repairs in writing including how much it will cost.
38. Avoid car dealers except to have highly specialized repairs done that can’t be done properly anywhere else.
39. It’s hard to be overcharged when you get three estimates before you have the work done.
40. Beware: Cheapest is not always the best. Normally, the best mechanics with the best equipment and training cost more.
41. Often mechanics that charge extremely low prices have inferior or out-dated equipment, little to no formal training or are under-insured.
42. Complex electrical problems are so involved that serious electrical work should be done in an “Auto Electric” shop. They have the equipment, tool and training to do the job more efficiently than the average mechanic.
43. If your car has “Cruise Control” use it. Using cruise control will save you 5% to 10% of a gallon of gas on long trips.
44. Avoid constantly pressing and releasing the accelerator when driving. This practise not only wastes fuel, but it puts excessive wear on the drive train of your car.
45. Don’t ride your brake pedal, this wears out your brake linings pre-maturely, and wastes fuel.
46. Driving with your windows all the way down at higher speeds, will waste 10% more gallons of gasoline than driving with them closed.
47. Research by a major car manufacturer has revealed that neglect of proper routine maintenance is the number one reason for the enormous increase in car repairs being required.
48. Tires purchased at department stores such as Sears, Montgomery Wards, K-Mart etc., can be an excellent value because many are made by leading tire manufacturers. For a list of what manufacturer makes which tires for what department store, write to: Tire Information Center, P.O. Box 677, Syosset, NY 11791
49. When purchasing or changing tires, make sure you have them spin balanced.
50. Avoid cleaning your windshield with a dry rag or towel. Always dampen with water or some other cleaning liquid. Dry towels grind and scratch your windshield hindering your visibility.
51. Avoid turning on the car air-conditioning while running at highway speeds as this tends to put an immediate heavy load on
your compressor and clutch. This could cause excessive wear and tear on these components. Instead turn your air conditioner on at car speeds below 25 to 30 m.p.h. This helps to preserve your expensive compressor.
52. Try to avoid running your car with the tank low on gas. Keeping a low tank of gas increases the chance of dirt, water/moisture and rust forming in your fuel system. Keeping a full tank decreases the chance of dirt and other foreign matter forming in your fuel system.
53. Tires driven at 70 m.p.h. wear out almost twice as fast as cars that go 50 m.p.h.
54. A government study has confirmed, the top three causes of car breakdowns while on the road are: (a) running out of gas (b) tire troubles (c) cooling system problems (overheating)
55. The best as well as the easiest ways to find a good car repair shop is by recommendation or referrals from satisfied customers.
56. To work on a late model computer-controlled engines, make sure the shop you choose has the equipment to handlecomputer-electric service/repair. Sophisticated diagnostic equipment is a must.
57. To choose the right repair shop for you, it’s wise to have a small or minor maintenance or repair job done first to see how
the repair shop and mechanic treat you and your car.
58. Give detailed description of your car’s problem when you take it in for repairs. The more you can describe what your car is
doing or not doing (thumping, squealing, clacking sound, etc.) the faster and less it will cost for your mechanic to fix it.
59. When in doubt about the cost of a repair or a mechanic’s honesty get a second opinion. This is one of the best ways to
protect yourself from being ripped-off until you can find a permanent repair shop.
60. Regular oil changes are the most important thing you can do to protect your engine and make it last longer.
61. If you have a manual transmission, downshift to slow your car down instead of using your brakes. This will save wear and tear on your braking system.
62. Each time you have your engine oil checked, have your transmission fluid checked also.
63. Protect your car’s interior and make it last longer – park your car in the shade or place a windshield guard or cover in
the windshield.
64. If you spill something inside your car, clean it up immediately before it dries. Delaying even 30 minutes can sometimes leave a permanent stain or spot. NOTE: To better protect your car seats have them treated with scotchguard.
NOTE: According to current auto insurance statistics, the average U.S. car’s useful life is 10 years or 100,000 miles. By following proper preventative maintenance you can often double your car’s useful life, and spend less time visiting your local
mechanic.
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