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How to Dispose of Used Tires in Gwinnett
Gwinnett County, Georgia, has the unusual distinction of being the place in the U.S. with the highest concentration of septic systems. This concentration of waste disposal has led Gwinnett to develop a structured program for the disposal of all types of waste, including recyclable materials such as
How to Lower a Rear Suspension
Lowering a car's rear suspension affects a car in several ways, not all of them good. It will affect the appearance by making the car look lower and longer. It will have an effect on the handling as well. If the front suspension is also lowered the handling will be improved, but lowering only the re
Tips on how to find a Rear Window Wiper Motor for your car
Lets face it. A car is an object that you put petrol in, get in and drive from point A to point B and occasionally wash, vacuum and put oil in. You really do not ...
Types of Car Glass
There are a number of different types of automotive glassauto heck image by schaltwerk from Fotolia.comWhether it's the windshield or one of the passenger side door windows, glass found in your car is an important piece of the vehicle's whole. Chipped or broken glass needs to be replaced...
My 1999 Chrysler 300M Won't Start
Chrysler introduced the 300M in 1999 and ceased production on the vehicle after the 2004 model year. The 300M features a 3.5 liter, six-cylinder engine that function on standard ignition principles. Depending on whether the engine cranks or doesn't crank, there are standard items to check when it fa
How to Use a Cold Cathode as an HDD LED
Computer case customization is a great way to attract attention at social gaming functions. One popular customization is the addition of bright lights to the case. Cold cathode tubes are great for this application. A cold cathode tube is either a fluorescent or neon lamp, which requires many hundred
Tips for Purchasing a Rebuilt Camshaft
It is important to familiarize yourself with camshaft remanufacturing prior to purchasing a rebuilt camshaft. This article offers helpful tips on what to look for in a remanufacturing facility, camshaft grinding techniques and how to purchase a remanufactured camshaft from a reputable dealer.
Can a Heater Work in a Car Before It Is Warm?
As the weather starts to cool, the dials on the temperature controls in your car will inevitably start to migrate toward the "red" end of the dial. As you furiously rub your hands together after hopping in your car and starting the engine on a cold morning, you wonder why the heater doesn't work un
Torque Specifications on a 1989 Chevrolet Intake
The 1989 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer, a midsize two-door sport utility vehicle, was based off the S-10 pickup truck. The S-10 Blazer had its name changed to the Chevrolet Blazer for its second-generation models. The 1989 S-10 Blazer had a 2.8-liter V-6 engine and came standard with a five-speed manual ove
How to Remove a Car Window Handle
While most cars today have power windows, some models still come standard with manually cranked side windows. If you ever have a reason to remove your interior door panels, such as for door speaker replacement or for other tasks that require access to the inside of the door, the window crank must b
DIY GMC 2WD Wheel Hub Bearing Replacement
The wheel hub bearing on a GMC, is a wheel bearing that incorporates the wheel studs or hub on the face of the bearing. Wheel hub bearings have been used on trucks and SUVs, such as the Tahoe, Yukon, Jimmy and Sierra. The wheel hub bearing on a two-wheel drive GMC is on the rear of the truck and wor
How to Replace a Leaf Spring in a GMC Sierra
Your GMC Sierra has leaf springs in the rear suspension. These steps apply specifically to the GMC Sierra 1500 model, also known as the 15 series.
How to Connect HID Headlights to a 1998 Corvette
If you are dissatisfied with the brightness and quality of the headlights on your 1998 Corvette, you can replace them with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights. The factory-installed headlights on your Corvette are halogens; HID headlights emit more lumens (a measure of brightness), and last lo
How to Remove & Replace Ford Taurus Rear Disk Brakes
Disc brakes provide superior braking performance over drum brakes. Four-wheel disc brakes were once only available on luxury vehicles and higher-end sports cars, but the four-wheel arrangement is becoming a stand for vehicles of all classes. The Ford Taurus anti-lock braking system should be inspect
Will a Leaking Head Gasket Cause the Loss of Power?
A typical car engine is comprised of a cylinder head and the engine's main block, which contains the combustion chambers. The engine's head gasket creates a seal between these two main elements. If it leaks, the engine loses power.
How to Remove the Power Mirror on a 2001 Ford Taurus
The 2001 model-year Ford Taurus redesign heralded its fourth generation. The 2001 model offered more room and a more familiar look for sedan buyers, featuring more squared-off design cues than those of the third-generation model Taurus. While Ford offered new features to Taurus buyers in 2001, the c
2004 Honda Civic Door Panel Removal
If you own a 2004 Honda Civic, and you prefer to handle car repairs yourself, you will eventually need to take off the door panel to complete a repair. Removing the door panel is necessary for some window, lock and speaker repairs. Fortunately, removing the door panel on a 2004 Honda Civic is a simp
Automotive Wiring Troubleshooting
Keeping a car working properly, especially old cars, requires a lot of work. One aspect of car repair that may prove especially difficult is working on the electrical system. Knowing how to isolate a problem and how to fix it can save you money and tickets for broken lights.
RUST - The Enemy of All Car Owners Part 2 - Rust Prevention
In part 1 of these articles we looked at why things rust and the chemistry of rusting. In this article we will look at some of the ways we can prevent rusting taking place and how to deal with rusted components. If the rust has gone too far then the car parts will need to be replaced, and although o