Do It Yourself
Auto Restoration: Do It Yourself Only for the Experience.
Posted on 16. May, 2012 by Auto Mack in Do It Yourself, Posts, Restoration, Tips
Old cars, especially those that showcase the best designs of their era, can be good long-term investments, or simply very enjoyable to drive and collect. Auto restoration, however, is a separate interest in and of its own, and restoration costs incurred by an enthusiast are quite a bit higher than the usual price for a [...]
Squeaking Brakes
Posted on 16. May, 2012 by Auto Mack in Do It Yourself, Parts, Posts, Repairs, Used Cars, Used Parts
Brake squeal is a phenomenon that most drivers don’t want to put up with. The brakes are a critical component of any vehicle, since they’re the only things that are able to bring your car to a safe halt. When drivers start hearing unfamiliar noises emanating from their wheels, they usually become a bit panicked. [...]
Air Cleaner Replacement
Posted on 24. Apr, 2012 by Auto Mack in Cars, Do It Yourself, Parts, Posts, Repairs, Used Cars
How often should an air cleaner be changed? The user manual should list the service interval for the filter, but vehicles regularly driven on dirt roads may need the filter changed twice as often. If you’re unsure, inspect the filter visually and replace or clean it if the filter element looks black. How do I [...]
Five Things to do After Buying a Used Car
Posted on 16. Apr, 2012 by Auto Mack in Cars, Do It Yourself, Posts, Repairs, Used Car Values, Used Cars
Few people are concerned with car maintenance immediately after purchasing a car. In fact, most people want to focus on showing it off to their friends and family. Taking a few simple steps immediately after purchasing a used car, however, can protect you financially and save you a lot of time and headaches related to [...]
What to do about the “Check Engine” Light on Used Cars
Posted on 11. Apr, 2012 by Auto Mack in Cars, Do It Yourself, How to Buy, Posts, Repairs, Used Cars
Nearly all vehicles made in the United States feature a “check engine” or “service engine” light of some sort. This feature is designed to notify drivers of possible problems that could affect your vehicle’s performance. Unfortunately, many used cars will have this lamp appear at any point of their operating life. When the “check engine” [...]
Auto Body Repairs
Posted on 09. Apr, 2012 by Auto Mack in Do It Yourself, Estimates, Posts, Repairs
What does it take to get quality, affordable autobody work done on a vehicle? The whole process from start to finish can be divided into these seven steps: Before You Get Into an Accident 1. Get the Right Insurance Coverage Look over your policy and answer these questions: Is the deductible low enough that you [...]
Are K&N Air Filters Worth the Added Expense?
Posted on 04. Apr, 2012 by Auto Mack in Accessories, Cars, Do It Yourself, New Parts, Parts, Posts
The air filter in a car is one of its most critical replaceable components. The filter blocks dirt and other contaminants from entering the car’s combustion chamber and provides a measure of air resistance that prevents the engine from running lean. This dual purpose requires that the filter be replaced on a regular basis. K&N [...]
Wrenches: Craftsman Hand Tool Warranties
Posted on 04. Apr, 2012 by Toni in Do It Yourself, Posts, Tools, Wrench Topics, Wrenches
Craftsman tools have been atop the pack since the 1970s. Several other brands of wrenches have come and gone, but none have made quite the impact that the Craftsman brand has. All Craftsman hand tools have a lifetime waranty, but surely this can’t be the sole reason for their success as many of their contemporary [...]