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How to Not Get Overcharged by a Mechanic

My husband took his car into our mechanic this morning to get enough work done to require a loaner car for the day and an estimate well over $1,000. “I’ll tell them not to change the cabin air filter,” he reassured me. “I can do that one myself.” Now if only he could install and align his own tires, change a serpentine belt and perform our state’s emissions test, we could really save some bucks.

Know How to Recognize an Accurate Auto Repair Estimate

Driving a motor vehicle in the United States is a fact of every day life for almost all of us. We depend on our vehicles to get us to work and home, take...

Gently Used Original Parts for Your Next Car Repair (with image) · JillynnS

Western Auto Wrecking, located in Salt Lake City, Utah, is the auto parts wrecking yard of choice for mechanics, hobbyists and budget-conscious car owners. Call 801-250-7107 to ask about a specific part or visit www.westernautowrecking.

How Much Is That Car Alignment Going to Cost You?

Are you driving a vehicle with bad alignment? It is probably wearing out your tires or worse. Learn about car alignments and how much they cost.

10 Cars That Can Run For Over 250,000 Miles

While just about any car these days can clock a quarter million miles if an owner throws enough money at it in terms of ongoing repairs and upkeep – some models tend to be more enjoyable to own and hold together better over the long haul than others.To determine which would be the most likely ne

Stop and Double Check Your Brake lights!

STOP right there! Reminder- have someone help you check that both brake lights are

How to Know When You Need New Brakes

It’s important to know what signs to look for and what sounds to listen for in your car. Knowing how to recognize these warnings signs can help you better tell when your brakes may need service.

Here’s a Handy Guide to Doing Your Brakes

Doing your own brake service isn’t as hard as it sounds.

How To Make Sure Your Brakes Aren't Going To Suddenly Fail

When a cute girl came into a reddit user's shop to get her oil changed, she mentioned a "slight" grinding sound coming from the ... what's that part called again?

Stop It! You Need Good Brakes

Good brakes are obviously very important. If you've ever had your brakes go out while you're driving around the Kalispell area, you'll know how terrifying it can be. Today we'll focus on how to tell when you have a brake problem, and how to make good repair choices.

Holding the steering wheel at '10 and 2' is dangerously outdated

3 Types of Braking Systems

While you may think all brakes are the same, the truth is that they aren’t. Understanding the different braking components will help you explain to your auto mechanic wha...

Keeping brake adjusters in their groove

Automatic brake adjusters don’t need a lot of attention, but they certainly don’t fall in the set-it-and-forget-it category. Periodic inspection and lubrication are critical to optimal performance.

Threaded Stem 3/8''-16 x 1''

High Quality Polyurethane Tread Threaded Stem Caster with Brake. Regent model, made in USA by Shepherd. Great for furniture, dollies, carts, racks, and light duty industrial projectsThreaded Stem: 3/8"-16 x 1"Capacity (per caster): 120 lbsMounting Height: 3-1/2"This durable 3" wheel is safe for all floors; non-marking and non-marring. Easy maneuverability with ball bearing swivel racewayPlease ensure that you have measured the…

Emergency braking an area where trucking can lead 4-wheeler technology

Truckers are blamed for thousands of accidents on U.S. Highways every year, regardless of who actually is at fault.

Dry ice cleaning: The coolest way to remove rust, grime, and undercoating

When there's grime and gunk in the way, but media blasting would damage precious paint, dry ice cleaning is a savvy alternative. Learn more.

How the right brake drum spec can boost safety, fuel efficiency

It’s easy to take brake drums for granted. The tried-and-true braking component has been a staple of truck safety systems for decades, but that doesn’t mean that brake drum technology hasn’t advanced. In fact, you’d be surprised how much you can impact fuel efficiency with the right brake drum spec. “Fleet managers have a tremendous […]