Automotive oil filters are not supposed to be put on with wrenches. They should only ever be put on hand-tightened or you may never get them off again. The bad thing is that sometimes the oil filter put on at the factory feels like it’s been put on with an impact wrench. And, sometimes no matter how hard you try, you just cannot get that old filter off with your hands. Continue reading ‘Unsticking a Stuck Oil Filter’ »
Archive for December 5th, 2009
With the miserable winters that so many places experience, it’s no wonder that so many retirees flock down south to warmer climates rather than stay for the sleet and frost in the north. As with any lifestyle change, it’s good to have an idea what you want and need to be happy with a life on the road.
The biggest decision that you will make when deciding how you’re going to spend your RV time is that of what sort of RV are you going to travel in. Whether you choose a motorhome and vehicle to tow or a trailer/fifth wheel towed by a truck, there are some important things to consider. Continue reading ‘Life on the Road – Making the Most of RV Living’ »
Motorcycles are becoming increasingly popular with the current economy today. They have the ability to navigate through traffic fast, costs less, and is very easy to store. For these reasons, the motorcycle is a choice that many decide to go with. When you decide to get a motorcycle, the most important thing is the helmet. There are numerous reasons why the helmet is important.
The first obvious reason for owning a helmet is for head protection. Getting a motorcycle helmet is significant due to the fact that it protects your head from injuries you may get into. The nature of the motorcycle itself already makes it very dangerous if you get into an accident, so additional protection is needed. The motorcycle is vulnerable because it is moving so fast while having little mass compared to the cars. For this reason, the motorcycle is almost a guaranteed death if a car hits it; the motorcycle will go out of control as well as the person as the car has a lot of mass. By having a motorcycle helmet, you reduce the chance of death or serious injuries that may occur during any type of accident. Continue reading ‘Motorcycle Helmets’ »
Installing a new set of car audio speakers should be a very simple upgrade for any car sound system. In most cases it will be a simple job of matching the size, power and resistance (OHMS) of your OEM speakers. Just don’t fall into the trap of attempting to increase the size of your speakers expecting better quality and louder sound. This is a common error which simply isn’t the best way to go.
The first point to consider is the suggested power requirements of whatever speakers you might desire. The best way to compare car audio speakers is to compare the continuous power or RMS of the speakers. You will have to check your vehicles sound system to determine if there is an amplifier or just the source unit powering your speakers. Most OEM premium sound systems have an amplifier incorporated in their setup. You might want to consult your car dealer or a local custom shop to check on this. Continue reading ‘How to Select Car Audio Speakers’ »
Helmets – What’s The Situation?
As it stands right now (April 2009) there is still no law for wearing helmets whilst using a Quad Bike or ATV on british roads.
Even though the law does not state that you have to wear a helmet, there has been many calls for it to be a legal element when riding or using an ATV or Quad Bike on public roads. It is in our opinion that should anyone ride a machine of any description that can reach speeds of over 25mph, a helmet should be compulsory. Continue reading ‘5 Top Helmet Tips’ »