Car Buffing

Car Buffing

As you can see on this car here the clear coat tends to get oxidized from the sun and the pollution. However, there is simple and easy solution to this. All it requires is an orbital polisher and a polishing compound. First start by washing the car. When the car is completely dry you can start by a

02.8.2010 | Videos |

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Volvo 850 Service Light Reset

Volvo 850 Service Light Reset

First of all, when the service light comes on it does not mean that is anything wrong with the car. A lot of people mistake this for the check engine light. This light is only a reminder designed to send you to the dealer for "scheduled  repairs". Anyway, this the right procedure, I tried it on 199

02.3.2010 | Car Tips |

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Lexus Es 300 Egr Insufficient Flow

Lexus Es 300 Egr Insufficient Flow

Getting a check engine light with a P0401 code on the Es 300 it's not unusual. I had this code come up on my 1994 Es300 few weeks back. Scanner shows P0401 Egr Insufficient Flow. While some people pointed the finger to Egr itself, i decided to search the other (easier) options first, starting with t

02.1.2010 | Repair Instructions |

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Unlocking a Car Door

Unlocking a Car Door

Locking the keys inside the car happens to everyone at some point. Anyway, don't start pulling your hair out...not yet. All you need to open it is some kind of a  wedge (wood or plastic) and a coat hanger . The other alternative is paying a locksmith to do it. I prefer the one I don't have to pay

01.27.2010 | Car Tips, Featured, Videos |

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Mirror Glass Removal and Replacement

Mirror Glass Removal and Replacement

I will be doing this on a Chevrolet Cavalier, also this is exactly the same on a Pontiac Sunfire and is very similar for most cars. We will need only a small screwdriverlike prybar and some grease. Remove the glass by using the prybar from the side and pry it out, it will unclip easily. There

01.27.2010 | Maintenance |

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Headlight Restoration And Polishing

Headlight Restoration And Polishing

Having the headlights oxidized will reduce visibility during night time and will make the car look older and ugly during daytime. However, there is an easy and low cost solution for this. You might as well do it yourself and save some money in the process . All you will need is a Orbital Polisher (

01.26.2010 | Videos |

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Automatic vs Manual Transmission

Automatic vs Manual Transmission

One can't really say which one is better, both serve the same purpose but in different ways. First of all Automatic transmissions (AT) are more expensive on initial costs (about $1000 more) and they require more maintenance during the lifespan of the car . Manual transmissions(MT) not only cost les

01.24.2010 | General |

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