2016

Need Replacement Parts For Your Car? Why You Should Get Them From A Salvage Lot

If your car has recently broken down, you likely feel a deep sense of dismay.  Vehicles tend to malfunction at the worst times, and you may be trying to figure out what to do.  If a automobile technician has evaluated your car and told you that you need replacement parts, you might assume that your only option is to pay for brand new parts.  However, there’s an even better option that you should consider: getting the parts from a salvage lot.


How To Replace The Taillight On The Hatch Door

Broken taillights can get you a traffic ticket. If you find that the taillight is broken on the hatch door of your car, you’ll want to get it replaced as soon as possible. Fortunately, this is a job that most car owners can do by themselves in less than an hour. If you notice the taillight on the hatch door is broken on your car, here is how you can replace it.


Rebuilding Your Engine? Know The Difference Between The Types Of Parts Available To You

When you are rebuilding a vehicle engine, whether it is as a part of an antique car restoration or you are trying to get your current, modern vehicle back up and running after an engine breakdown, you have a great many decisions to make and steps to take. One of the biggest decisions that you will make is to choose the type of car engine parts that you will use for your rebuilding and repair process.


Why You May Have To Spend Money To Get The Best Auto Insurance Rates

It may seem counterintuitive that you have to spend money upfront in order to get better auto insurance. But there are many things that you can do to decrease your insurance rate that may come with an initial cost. Here are some examples.  Take a Driving Course Some insurance companies look at driver’s education courses as part of their rate calculations. For new drivers, you might find that a basic driver’s education intro class is enough to put the driver in better standing.


Auto Customizations That Go Out of the Norm with Diesel Conversions with a Lot Power

Conventional car customizations with hot rods and racecars usually involve gasoline engines. There are some cars that already have diesel engines, but most classics and American cars use gasoline. If you want to do something outside of the box with your project, you may want to consider a diesel conversion. Here are some unusual diesel-conversion project ideas that you may want to consider. 1. Converting an Existing V8 to Diesel for a Strong Off-Road Beast


The Maintenance Checklist to Prepare Your Car for Cold Weather

While there are some maintenance tasks that absolutely need to be done for winter driving, there are others that you may put off. Some of these maintenance tasks can include tuning up your car’s heating, packing a winter survival kit, or fixing broken electronics. Doing these things may not be essential for winter driving, but they can make you more prepared and comfortable when cold weather rolls in. Here is a checklist for these winter care maintenance steps and improvements.


Three Reasons Why You Cannot DIY Commercial Garage Door Repairs

Although commercial garage doors often open and close in the same manner as residential garage doors, you cannot attempt commercial garage door repairs yourself. There are just too many different moving parts and dangers involved. Here are at least three reasons why you should not attempt the repairs on your commercial garage door yourself, and why you should leave the task up to a pro. Commercial Garage Doors Are Exceptionally Heavy and Can Kill You


Transmission Care Tips For A Longer-Lasting Vehicle

Replacing a transmission can cost as much as $3,500, which is a lot of money to many people. Luckily you can take measures to keep your transmission in good repair for longer so you can keep your car in healthier condition without spending a lot of money. Here are transmission care tips you can put to use every time you drive your vehicle that help keep repairs at bay. Watch the heat


3 Ways To Get Rid Of Your Old Clunker

If it’s time to get rid of your old clunker, you might be considering heading to a junk yard. Before you do, remember that there are several different ways to make money off your car so you’re not left with nothing to show for it.  There are three options you have to choose from: Sell the car as it is in whatever condition it’s in, give it away to someone who can repair or use it in the short-term, or scrap it and part it out to sell individual parts.


How To Replace The Taillight On Your 1999-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Someone backing into your Jeep Grand Cherokee can easily break the taillight. Replacing the taillight is usually a pretty easy fix that a regular car owner can do without any special training in about a half an hour. The first thing you should do is get a replacement taillight. A brand new taillight will cost a few dollars more than a used one from a salvage yard. So, if you’re trying to save money on the repair, head to your local salvage yard, such as City Auto Wreckers, and get a taillight off an old Grand Cherokee that’s being dismantled.


Performance Parts That Can Save on Gas Costs

Getting better gas mileage is a goal for many drivers. Most people know that a few changes to their driving habits, such as accelerating more slowly and avoiding unnecessary stops, can help save gas. What you may not be aware of is that there are performance upgrades that you can make to your car to save even more fuel. The following are a few of the options available. Upgrade your intake