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Routine Maintenance

Do You Need To Bleed Your Brakes When Replacing Pads?
22 Jul 2020

Do You Need To Bleed Your Brakes When Replacing Pads?

by schachm3ister | posted in: Articles, Automotive Parts, Routine Maintenance | 0

Replacing brake pads is one of the most common repairs that DIY mechanics perform. For one, the procedure is relatively straightforward. Additionally, although the process is relatively straightforward, the savings in labor and parts are often substantial relative to a … Continued

Can You Reuse Engine Coolant After Draining It?
12 Jul 2020

Can You Reuse Engine Coolant After Draining It?

by schachm3ister | posted in: Articles, Fluids and Additives, Routine Maintenance | 0

Many hobbyists work on their own cars because it can represent significant cost savings over taking your vehicle to a dealership, or even a more affordable independent mechanic. Considering cost is a significant driver for many mechanics, it is often … Continued

How Long Can You Wait Before Fixing An Oil Leak?
3 Jul 2020

How Long Can You Wait Before Fixing An Oil Leak?

by schachm3ister | posted in: Articles, Fluids and Additives, Routine Maintenance | 0

Every once in a while we get asked whether oil leaks must be repaired immediately or whether it is ok to wait for a while before fixing them. Sometimes this question is driven by the high cost of the repair … Continued

Can You Reuse Engine Oil After Draining It?
1 Jul 2020

Can You Reuse Engine Oil After Draining It?

by schachm3ister | posted in: Articles, Fluids and Additives, Routine Maintenance | 0

One of the questions that we often get asked is whether or not it’s ok to reuse engine oil after it has been drained from the engine. Many repairs, such as repairing a cracked oil pan or replacing a leaky … Continued

Should You Replace Front And Rear Brake Pads At The Same Time?
10 Jul 2018

Should You Replace Front And Rear Brake Pads At The Same Time?

by schachm3ister | posted in: Articles, Automotive Parts, Routine Maintenance | 0

One question we often get asked is whether you need to replace both your car’s front and rear brake pads at the same time. The short answer is that you can replace your brake pads in pairs (front or rear) … Continued

The Best Tools To Keep In An Emergency Roadside Tool Kit
21 Jan 2018

The Best Tools To Keep In An Emergency Roadside Tool Kit

by schachm3ister | posted in: Articles, Routine Maintenance | 0

It’s a simple fact that the more you drive, the higher your chance for an automotive breakdown of some kind. In the event that you become stopped on the side of the road, having at least a few common tools … Continued

The Best Auto Repair Manuals
29 Nov 2017

The Best Auto Repair Manuals

by schachm3ister | posted in: Articles, Routine Maintenance | 0

Most do-it-yourselfer types still occasionally need some type of guidance when it comes to working on their favorite vehicle. While the basics are pretty similar between most vehicles, every vehicle has a few details that can baffle even the best … Continued

Turning Versus Replacing Brake Rotors
26 Nov 2017

Turning Versus Replacing Brake Rotors

by schachm3ister | posted in: Articles, Routine Maintenance | 0

If you’ve put significant mileage on a single car, you’ve undoubtedly heard the irritating squeal from the brakes indicating that the brake pads have worn to the minimum allowable thickness and it’s time to complete some brake system maintenance. When … Continued

The Best Mechanic’s Hand Cleaner For Removing Grime And Grease
18 Nov 2017

The Best Mechanic’s Hand Cleaner For Removing Grime And Grease

by schachm3ister | posted in: Articles, Routine Maintenance | 0

If you’re a person who constantly has their hands under the hood of a car project, you probably come into contact with grease, gasoline, coolant, diesel, brake fluid or engine oil pretty often. As you are probably well aware, car … Continued

Haynes Versus Chilton Car Repair Manuals
6 Oct 2017

Haynes Versus Chilton Car Repair Manuals

by schachm3ister | posted in: Articles, Routine Maintenance | 0

If you’re an avid do-it-yourselfer car mechanic, you’ve most likely had a repair manual or two for every vehicle you’ve owned and worked on. There are various service manuals available, but for the frugal budgeted you’ve probably owned either a … Continued

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