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  • Options For Raising Your Truck Body

    14 September 2015

    If you've just purchased your first truck, customizing it can really give it a sense of you and make it personal. One option to consider is a body lift. It raises the body of the truck a bit to make it appear taller. By increasing the distance between the ground and the bottom edge of the truck body, it makes it look taller. If you're thinking about lifting your truck body, here's a look at some options.

  • 3 Ways To Tell Your Car's Brakes Need Work

    4 September 2015

    Few parts of an automobile are as crucial to your safety as the brakes. For that reason, it is imperative that you be able to recognize the signs of brakes that are in need of work. If you are interested in learning more about what to listen and look for, read on. This article will present three clear signs that your brakes are in need of repair, or even replacement.

  • Have A Child In Travel Sports? Set Your Budget And Get An RV To Save Money

    21 August 2015

    If your child plays travel sports and you are considering getting an RV for the away events, this could end up saving you a lot of money in the long run. There are a lot of things you want to consider before you buy an RV, and to help you set a budget. You have to determine how much you are really going to use it, what it's going to cost to own and operate, and where you will store it.

  • Is Your Car Leaking A Fluid? Learn How To Determine The Type Of Fluid

    13 August 2015

    If you notice liquid underneath your car when you leave your house in the morning, there is definitely a leak that needs to be fixed. Unfortunately, leaks can be difficult to identify if you do not know what the different colors mean. There are several fluids that can be leaking from a car, and you will need to determine which fluid is leaking so you are able to fix the problem.

  • 2 Important Auto Maintenance Services To Consider Before A Road Trip

    6 August 2015

    Keeping your vehicle in good shape is going to take a bit of ongoing care and maintenance, especially if you drive quite a lot. However, some maintenance tasks are absolutely essential if you are planning on taking your vehicle on a long road trip, such as aligning your wheels and checking your tires. Aligning Your Wheels If you happen to drive you vehicle a lot on rough roads, replace your tires one at a time, or simply have had your vehicle for quite some time, your alignment is most likely going to have been affected.

  • Should You Over-Inflate Your Tires To Improve Fuel Economy?

    29 July 2015

    Although fuel prices have relaxed a bit since their all-time high in 2008, you're probably still concerned about helping increase your vehicle's fuel economy any way you can. One often-touted method for increasing your miles per gallon is to inflate your tires beyond the manufacturer's recommendations, decreasing the amount of work your engine must do to turn your wheels a full rotation. However, if done incorrectly, this practice can be dangerous for your tires and for your physical safety.

  • Do You Speak Automobile? 3 Problems Your Car May Be Trying To Communicate To You

    22 July 2015

    Every sound and smell that comes from your car is a form of communication. Those sounds and smells will tell you when everything is running smoothly. They will also tell you when it might be experiencing problems. Unfortunately, if you fail to notice those sounds and smells, you may end up with costly repairs, especially if you ignore them for too long. Here are just a few of the ways your car may use to communicate with you.