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The Importance of Learning About Auto Inspection and Auto Repair
Every automotive owner has the responsibility to become familiar with the basic points of auto inspection, maintenance and auto repair. Although the automotive owner is not expected to do auto inspection, automotive diagnostics and auto repair, you should know how to discuss these things with your mechanic in Tampa.
The first thing you should go through is your vehicle’s owner’s manual. It contains the manufacturer’s recommendations on maintenance procedures and their schedule. This covers everything from auto oil change to more extensive auto inspections. Talk to your trusted auto repair shop and mechanic in Tampa and ask about their recommendations on maintenance, as well. They will surely comply with your owner’s manual but if your vehicle is an old model, they may have additional recommendations based on experience.
As you use your car day by day, be very observant so that you will be able to detect early signs of possible automotive problems. Catching the problem early on will mean less expense in auto repair. It will also keep you and your passengers safe.
One of the first things you should look out for is the presence of puddles or wet spots on the parking slot floor or ground under your car. If you see clear water, this is a good sign since it is just probably your car air conditioner’s condensation. You should worry if you see colored liquid, though. This may come from a leak in your car. Yellow green, blue or orange liquid could be leaking anti-freeze or could indicate an overheated engine. You may need engine repair. Oily spots that are red, dark brown or black could mean leakage of transmission fluid from your car transmission system.
Also be sensitive to the odors emitted by your car. Any of the following odors could mean danger. Do not attempt to drive the car. Call for a towing service instead and let them bring your car to your auto repair shop and mechanic in Tampa.
Whenever you check your transmission fluid, sniff it. If it smells burnt this could lead your car transmission system to fail. Oil that smells acrid is also a hazard sign. A light and sharp smell that seems like burnt toast could be an electrical short with burning insulation.
In many cases, you sense the following odors while driving. Overheated clutch or brakes will emit the chemical-like smell of burning resin. Immediately pull over and wait till your clutch or brakes cool down. If there is any sign of smoke, do not restart the car.
If you smell something sweet and steamy, your coolant may be leaking and your car will soon overheat. Take precautions immediately by pulling over. A more metallic odor with steam coming from the car hood means even more immediate danger.
If you smell gasoline, there could be a leak in your fuel system. If you smell something sulphuric like rotten eggs, the problem is probably in your emission control devices.
Also observe the sounds of your car and how it responds as you drive. There should be no unusual noises, vibrations or movements. Steering should always be smooth. There should be no jerks when shifting gears. The brakes should not be scraping or grinding. The engine should start immediately and not stall.
Having a reputable auto repair shop and mechanic in Tampa whom you trust will make a huge difference. Choose one that has extensive experience and expertise in auto repair and truck repair, and who carries only genuine car parts from the best brands like AC Delco.
It pays to know the basic points of auto inspection, maintenance and auto repair. This will extend the life span of your vehicle.
About the Author
Guy’s Automotive
3049 W.Hillsborough Ave.
Tampa, FL 33614
Phone: 813 353-1537
Fax: 813 353 1568
Email: guyskiver@msn.com
Website's: WWW.AUTOREPAIRINTAMPA.COM, WWW.GUYSAUTOSHOP.COM
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How would you prep this truck bed?
Last year I welded new fenders on the bed of my F-150. I cut out the gussets and made a butt joint between the bed and new fender. To protect the back side of this fabrication I spread fiberglas resin all over the shit. To my dismay the fiberglas resin is not sticking, and actually flaked off and started rusting the backside of these welds over the winter. WTF! So...I bought a product (SEM spray-on bedliner that I am going to spray on the underside of this bed and mostly fenders. My question is, what is the best way to seal the sandblasted metal from the atmosphere before applying the bedliner?
I would apply some metal prep first, then primer with a rust preventer. I realy like the self etching primer Eastwood sells. You can find it here: www.eastwood.com