Posted on February 20, 2012 by lhcarsou

Hello to all,

Let me first start by saying, I developed this site solely to auto consumers. No one in direct auto sales is welcome, sorry, there are other sites for that. This site is for US consumers, also we do appreciate points of view from our foreign counterparts as well. This site shall be an unbaised forum to discuss the vehicles, process of buying and selling, trading in, and enthusiasts of all ages. To share, hopes, dreams, stories, and history of vehicles in the United States. I will be positing helpful links for information, guidance, discounts available to those actively seeking a vehicle currently, etc. I encourage all to respond. Please–cleanly. Do not hesistate to email me or post directly, I encourage it. I will be adding links to very special sites and items, only at significant discounts to help our nation. Any and all suggestions are welcome–always. Just Remember—Keep the wheels rollin!!!!!

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Tips on Finding Affordable Car Repair – Autos – Maintenance and Repair

Posted on February 6, 2012 by lhcarsou

11310665123 8d7645b4 Tips on Finding Affordable Car Repair Autos Maintenance and Repair Few people know anything about car repair, which puts them at the mercy of greedy mechanics or higher priced chain stores. You can avoid a bad deal and get a decent price with a few money-saving tips.

There’s nothing more devastating than seeing your check engine light come on when your wallet is empty. Finding affordable car repair can be challenging, but is possible. Small, independently owned shops fluctuate between the best and worst deals, depending on the character of the mechanic. Larger commercial chains may be more reliable, but the prices are mid-range unless you manage to find a decent coupon or discount. Regardless of which route you choose, there are tips to help you make it more affordable.

Choosing the right mechanic can make a big difference in your bills. Big chain companies are reliable and are much more tightly monitored meaning prices are fairly standardized across the board for labor and parts. That being said, compared to some independent car repair shops, their prices can run higher. For some people, peace of mind and some limited warranty options trumps the risk of choosing a smaller shop. There is little room for negotiation with larger chains, but you can do some price comparison by calling several different locations. You also have the option of sourcing the parts on your own if you have the time. Generally, they will suggest more expensive parts and quote you with the higher price. Ask them to break down all costs for you and check the internet to see if you can find the same part for less (and you most likely will). Bring this part in and you can save some big bucks, but won’t have to worry about the quality of service.

Dishonest seems to be the most commonly used description regarding independently owned car repair shops. However, there are plenty of honest mechanics, and even those that will work for deeply discounted prices for a good customer. If you know a little bit about car repair yourself, it can greatly improve your odds of finding an honest mechanic. If you’re truly hopeless, you can ask for recommendations, but stick to people who have a little bit of knowledge. Someone who doesn’t may have been getting ripped off for years and still has no idea. If you know the diagnosis already, you can even ring up several shops and compare estimates. Remember that no mechanic has a right to perform any job that has not been approved by you. If you find yourself with a bill for several “extra” services, you can dispute these charges if they were never agreed to.

There are plenty of shops that offer promotions, discounts, and coupons. First time customers often receive plenty of perks in order to keep them coming back. Some chains freely advertise and have discounts in newspapers, websites, backs of grocery receipts, or weekly coupon booklets. Not all locations are as forthcoming with lower prices, but it never hurts to ask. Check to see if they have any special promotions or if there are any coming in the next few months. If you are able to wait, such as for a regular maintenance routine, you may be able to save some money.

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Paint Finishing Booths – Embodying Modern Technological Excellence

Posted on February 4, 2012 by lhcarsou

21310664275 e6da Paint Finishing Booths – Embodying Modern Technological Excellence Today’s automotive paint booth is a technological marvel. These come in various standard categories. You also have the option of ordering a customized version to suit your requirements. The standard types are the premier variety, a specially insulated variety, the full down draft, the semi down draft and the side down draft types besides the reverse flow and the front flow variants. The special premier variant among these paint booths is made of specially galvanized steel panels in 18 gauge. The panels are punched to precision and formed. This helps in fast erection work at your site. Also standard are white powder coating of the heavy-duty quality and modular fabrication of panels. Whereas the powder coating aids in reducing energy and maintenance costs besides providing a durable finish the modular panels provide an easy method of extending in height and length during customization. The heating and recirculating system is the direct variety that achieves a higher efficiency than the indirect variant. With the recirculation of the heated air further aiding in reduced fuel costs the net effect is one of a highly energy efficient system with significantly lower costs. In these paint booths, the air intake reaches right up to the ceiling with a filtration blanket of 10 microns. The change of filters is easy. The light fixtures are strategically located to ensure the absence of shadows in the working area. The provision of lighting with inside access means that there are no outside covers. This implies that the dust remains outside and the exterior has a clean look. The doors are insulated and of the threefold type. There is one door for personnel at each end. The windows have tempered glass with hinges that can be adjusted. Panic bars have been provided. These paint booths have an exhaust system under the central floor. The filters are easily accessed and disposed of. There is an option for a basement with ramps. The basement can be used in the full down draft spray booth so that you need not dig a separate pit under the floor of the building.

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Buyer Beware!!

Posted on February 3, 2012 by lhcarsou

I have only one thing to say about this issue, SHAME ON YOU DEALERS!!!So many complaints have come in lately from customers. Customers need to ask for the OUT-THE-DOOR figure! What is it for dealers to hide such things as: Dealer Transfer Fee, Dealer Acquision Fee, Doc Fees. Do dealers really think we are that stupid? OK, so when consumers ask for the price of a vehicle from a dealer, make sure you ask for the Out-The-Door figure. You may be very unpleasantly surprised if you show up and end up paying 3-5K more when you walk out the door!! Just because the “ad” price was “cheap”!

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Aftermarket Parts: The Market For Providing Accessories And Auto Parts

Posted on January 26, 2012 by lhcarsou

21310487631 gilmour591 Aftermarket Parts: The Market For Providing Accessories And Auto Parts Aftermarket is the market where the parts or accessories of any machine, especially the automobiles are available. It also includes the services along with the products. For example, when a vehicle is bought, it requires servicing after some time. This falls in the aftermarket segment. Sometimes there is a need of some accessories for a vehicle, when it has a breakdown in such cases also the accessories are made available in the aftermarkets.

An aftermarket is also a medium to keep communication between the manufacturer and the end consumer. It makes aware and informed the manufacturer about what parts or accessories are more susceptible to breakdown or damaged. This enables them to improve those, and also make them available in more quantity. These are also called secondary markets for automotive markets. Since they serve the consumer after the product is sold, these are referred as so. These aftermarkets are also useful when people have to customize or accessorize their cars in a particular way as they desire. For this, they need various accessories, which they get in aftermarket. Also, when there is a need for modification in a car, aftermarkets come as useful place.

The aftermarket parts are made available as per the particular car models also. These could be for a car’s interior or exterior. Some of the interior parts are floor mats, hand brake handles, seat belt harness, seats, shift knobs, steering wheels, interior mirrors etc. Apart from these, there are exterior parts also available in the aftermarket. Exterior parts generally looked for in the market are aerodynamic kits, doors, fender trims, front air dams, front bumper canards etc. Other exterior parts include front bumpers, front wind splitters, grills, headlight covers, hoods etc. These accessories and afterparts make the car look more trendy and stylish. In case of some accident or damage to the car, these auto parts are very useful.

There is a big market for afterparts. This includes the parts from the original car manufacturers as well as other manufacturers who specialize in making these parts or accessories. Sometimes people replace the original parts with better performance parts to enhance the performance of their vehicle. For example, a person may be wishing to have a better performing parts installed in his car. For that purpose also, the aftermarket are sought. There are various types of car accessories also, which are used for making the car look more attractive. These are also provided at the fatermarkets.

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Power Steering Pump Failure…or is it the Steering Rack?

Posted on January 22, 2012 by lhcarsou

21306957989 car Power Steering Pump Failure...or is it the Steering Rack? Has your car’s power steering suddenly quit working? If so, it could be that your power steering pump has failed. The unit itself may be shot or it could be a loss of steering fluid through a bad hose that is causing the problem. Regardless, you better tend to the problem now or you will soon be struggling with steering a car that seems to be working against you, not with you.

Before pump failure becomes obvious, you will usually hear buzzing or whining noises coming from underneath the hood. On the other hand, if you notice a gradual loss of power as evidenced by an increasingly difficult time moving the steering wheel [as when attempting to parallel park] or if you notice the problem when you first start up your car in the morning, then your steering rack may be going.

Steering racks fail gradually, but when they do you must take action before total failure occurs. Otherwise, control of your car becomes impossible and failure could then happen at any time, as in those times you are on the interstate. A real threat to your safety and to the safety of other drivers!

To find out if it is the steering rack causing the problem, check the power steering fluid closely to see if you notice small metallic pieces of metal floating around in it. If you do, then your steering rack is wearing out and the metallic pieces are the evidence that the rack is coming apart piece by piece.

Either way you slice it, you can expect that a major repair bill is looming for you. Not the news you want to hear, but not the news you have to hear either. Yes, taking your car in to your local garage or to your dealer’s repair department will cost you dearly. You will pay a mint for labor and pay a premium for a replacement steering pump or steering rack. High labor costs and huge replacement parts price mark ups are all part of the equation.

Fortunately, if you are even somewhat handy you can do either job yourself. Many weekend mechanics love grabbing a hold of their Haynes repair manual and with the replacement part at their side, go after the job. Of course, where you buy the replacement part can really matter, but strong savings can be gained if you shop online. Yes, auto parts wholesalers such as the Steering Rack Pros have what you want and at deep, discount prices. Reputable online wholesalers buy directly from the manufacturers and pass on big savings to you. No dealer mark ups, no third party charges. Just every day low prices on the parts you want and need.

So, go ahead and replace your power steering pump or steering rack today and save big on labor costs and replacement parts. There isn’t much better in life than to do a job yourself and gain a strong sense of satisfaction when you know you have successfully overcome a challenge and saved a bundle of money in the process.

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Best Car Repair Estimates

Posted on January 2, 2012 by lhcarsou

01310665122 efrain Best Car Repair Estimates All car owners are quite possessive of their car and as a result they try to keep them as carefully maintained as possible. In fact, most car owners have been known to clean and dust their cars almost every day and they try to show off how much they take care of their machine. The truth is all of us love our cars and we would like them to work very well at all times. But, problems in the car do arise, or your car can get involved in an accident, and the thing which is most worrisome is the cost of car repairs. This is one of the more stressful aspects of using a car, especially with increasingly crowded traffic conditions. In case, your car gets involved in an accident, you need to first calm yourself down and then you should find out how you can lower the costs of car repair. The following tips will help you to get an approximate estimate on the repair for your car.
Step-by-step instructions:
1) Firstly, you need to inquire of a friend or acquaintance if they know a possible referral for a car repair center.

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Every driver on the street needs auto insurance. It is not only obliged by law, it is also a great idea because it is there to secure you from the financially upsetting penalties of causing an awful accident. This article will discuss the value of having coverage as well as several of the issues in automobile insurance estimates and how having a number of estimates can make you save plenty of money.It comes as no big surprise that you can be scammed or even overcharged by car repair centers; hence it becomes vital that you know places which have a good reputation about their work and in this way you can save your money and also eliminate pointless repair or needless charges.
2) If your car needs repair, firstly you need to take it to a repair center preferably the one which is not known to charge for estimating the approximate cost of the repairs which needs to be carried out on the vehicle. You can also ask them to explain in detail what parts need to be replaced or repaired and have a detailed record of the repairs. Once you get this estimate, you can approach other car repair centers and ask for the approximate cost so that you can compare the estimated charges from each of the repair centers.
3) Be sure that you get in touch with at least three repair shops so that you have three car repair estimates to compare.
If all the estimates which you received are more or less the same, then you can be assured that the estimates are fair and you are not being overcharged. However, if you feel that the estimates are a little overcharged, it would be wise to get in touch with other repair centers as well.
4) It would be a wise decision to request a summarized estimate of the car repair expenditure which should be inclusive of all itemized factors such as the repair, labor costs, flat fees, miscellaneous charges, basically a total summary of all charges. In case you have any doubt about labor costs, it is the actual number of hours which is required for repairing the car and this has to be then multiplied by the hourly cost for the repair service.
5) Always request a copy of the estimate in writing. Then you will have written proof of the quoted cost in case if the final expenditure exceeds this cost.

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Inspect Before You Buy!

Posted on December 28, 2011 by lhcarsou

I am re-publishing this post due to an overwhelming repsonse of people who got the book. I’m very glad it helped so many. So here it is again in original format………I highly recommend this ebook. I recently purchased it and printed out a download so my customers and sales personnel can refer to it at work. The ebook is truely for everyone that needs assistance in inspecting a used vehicle, whether you are purchasing this from a private owner, or a dealership! Get Informed and Armed with the Information you NEED!

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Car Repair: Some Tips To Extend The Life of Your Car – Autos – Maintenance and Repair

Posted on November 19, 2011 by lhcarsou

21310664887 buddies016 Car Repair: Some Tips To Extend The Life of Your Car Autos Maintenance and Repair When it comes to car repair, the best defense is a good offense. Automobiles are complex machines that require regular maintenance if they are to last. If you want to get the most out of your transportation, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for maintenance, and see that you do so on time.

When it comes to car repair, the best defense is a good offense. Automobiles are complex machines that require regular maintenance if they are to last. Besides that, it is unsafe to let problems occur if you can help it. No one wants to be stranded out in the middle of a major highway because they failed to bring their car in for its regular tune up on time. Not to mention the added cost and frustration that comes with having your vehicle out of commission for days on end. If you want to get the most out of your transportation, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for maintenance, and see that you do so on time.

Oil changes are a big part of automobile maintenance. The general rule of thumb is to take your vehicle in for an oil change once every 3,000 miles, or three months, whichever comes first. Some car repair experts say that newer cars can wait until approximately 6,000 miles in between services, but make sure you figure out your model’s recommendations before you attempt to stretch this on your own. If you stretch it too far, you could risk voiding any warranties you might have, or causing damage to the engine.

Having working, reliable tires is an important aspect to vehicle safety. Check the air pressure on a regular basis and make sure you are keeping them within the range of the optimum PSI. This is typically written on the wall of the tire itself, and may also be able to be found in the manual. Of course, if you’ve gotten aftermarket tires, rely only on what’s written on the tire itself to make a determination. Some people like to drive with the air a bit below the recommended specifications, but make sure this is acceptable for your driving conditions before you make such a decision.

Many car repair experts recommend never letting your gas drain to below a quarter of a tank. When the gas gets too low, it requires more effort out of the fuel pump, ensuring that it won’t last as long as it otherwise would. Obviously, this isn’t always going to be practical, but if you can get into the habit of doing it more often than not, your car’s efficiency will thank you for it. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations when it comes to which type of gas you put in the tank. It’s nice to rely on 87, but it isn’t the best choice for some cars.

Finally, if you begin to see signs that you need car repair, don’t delay on getting your vehicle in to a mechanic. The longer you let a problem stew, the higher the eventual bill is going to be. One problem may also lead to other problems as well, so it is important to find a good mechanic and take care of any issues before they turn into something major.

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Clay Bar And The Proper Maintenance Of Automotive Paint Finishes!

Posted on November 18, 2011 by lhcarsou

11310664209 skltrk1 Clay Bar And The Proper Maintenance Of Automotive Paint Finishes! Of all the information out there and of all the products being sold to the public to preserve and protect your vehicle’s finish, little or nothing is said about a simple product used in the Automotive Detailing and Paint Repair industry.

Some detailers don’t really understand the benefits of using this product in the way I am going to talk about, and how it is beneficial to their customers and why it should be done on a somewhat regular basis! Well what is this product? It is called a Clay Bar. This is not a new product or a secret product. However, it is not a well know product. Its use even by manufacturers is not well explained or understood. We have some insight that is unique and not well understood by detailers or body shops because of the range of automotive appearance restoration we specialize in. Since many of the vehicles we work on have already been detailed we have to leave the vehicles “front line ready” when we are finished. Unlike a body shop whose job does not include any kind of ‘detailing” we have to leave the vehicles we work on “front line ready”. Also, unlike a detail shop we have paint restoration experience. Why does this matter to you, and how can our experience and knowledge benefit you? First of all let me explain a basic rule to paint preparation when preparing for refinishing. The surface being worked on has to be completely “sterile” and properly scuffed in order for new paint to adhere well to the area being refinished. Let me illustrate it this way. If I paint something that has a decal on it and I paint over that decal what happens if that decal’s glue looses its adhesive quality? That area will certainly peel off sooner or later. You would not paint over a pin stripe or decal but on a larger scale if you have removed all surface contaminates you will have great adhesion and a long lasting paint job! One of the biggest things that makes a paint job a quality paint job is how well the surface has been “prepped’! I cannot stress this point enough! Have you ever priced a paint job? Have you wondered why some body shops can do a paint job for $400 and others will tell you $3000?! Did you know the factory paint job on your vehicle can be valued somewhere between $3000 to $6000 depending of the make and model? Any paint work that is not done to the factory standard can devalue your vehicle the amount of your factory paint job. The prep work done for a paint job when done properly can be the difference between a factory quality paint job and disaster! So you have this $3000-$6000 paint job on your car, how do you protect it? First of all do not neglect it by not removing damaging surface contaminates such as tar, sap, bugs, industrial fallout etc. Sap can actually boil in the sun and burn off the finish under the sap, ruining the panel where the sap is. Second, make sure your waxes or sealants used to protect your paint job are of good quality and prepare the finish for proper adhesion of your wax or sealant. Should you “prep” the finish for wax or sealants? Absolutely! However, most people think they are prepping for wax but they are not. So how do you “prep” the finish for wax? The best way to “prep” your vehicles finish for wax or paint sealants is the use of a clay bar! Before you wax and after you have washed your vehicle use a clay bar at least once a year or every six months for the best protection of that expensive paint job. A clay bar will remove any surface contaminates that washing did not. It can even remove hard water stains on the paint if they are not too bad. This is also the only way to remove paint over spray. A Clay Bar can also be used on the glass and on the headlights which should be part of your wax or sealer routine espeacially if you have restored your headlight lenses. How do you use a clay bar? A clay bar has to be used with a lubricant. It is a simple process really. In fact you can even use water as a lubricant. However, it is better to use a spray way that will both lubricate the panels you are clay barring and can be used to clean up clay residue as you go. Simply spray the area you are clay barring…a 12″ X 12″ area is best and rub the surface with the clay bar back and forth in a side to side motion. You will hear the clay bar picking up light contaminates and as the surface is cleaned you will stop hearing the movement of the clay bar. You can also feel the surface. If it feels rough like tiny pieces of sand after you have washed it, it needs to be clay barred. Use the same method above and listen and feel the area you are working on after you dry it off. So work your small area wipe it dry when you think it is finished and check the surface with the inside of your hand rubbing lightly feeling and listening for rough areas. Once you have completed a section you can move on the next. A word of caution, it has been said, although I gave never experienced this, that a clay bar can rub the paint off eventually if not kept lubricated while using. Use common sense and you should be fine. Well there it is, this is the best way to prep for waxing your vehicle and a great way to be sure you are getting the best results from your wax. Enjoy and I hope this article helps!
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