For a car, the paint job has many layers. There is the bare metal which some primer is sprayed onto. After that, the base coat goes on. This is the main color that you see. On top of the base coat goes a clear coat. The clear coat protects the paint under it and the […]
The plastic on headlights takes a lot of wear and tear. This comes from rocks and grit hitting them while driving, and also comes from the UV rays in the sun beating down on it. This wear can cause clouding and yellowing. That is why a lot of people put a clear coat protective layer […]
Using a clear coat on your headlights is important. It helps keep the plastic from yellowing or developing a fog over time. The reason it is important to prevent the fogging or yellowing is that it can make it so your headlights do not function fully. Also, once the breakdown of the plastic starts it […]
If you live in an area that requires emission checks, then you may have encountered a reading that says test not ready or something along those lines. This could have caused you some headaches when you went to the DMV or state testing area. This is because you have to go back at a different […]
At some point in life while driving a car you are bound to have a check engine light come on. The check engine light comes on for all kinds of reasons, and it is important when it comes on to check it and find out what it means. To check it you can either use […]
One of the most common questions that surrounds under-the-hood culture is about batteries. When should I change the car battery? How do I know when it’s going bad? Today we’re going to take a look at four reasons that signify a dying battery, and what needs to be done to take care of the problem […]
Today's modern cars have been equipped with an anti-lock braking system, or ABS for short. This feature has proven to be a crucial piece of safety equipment in cars by helping reduce the braking distance and provide added traction in low-grip situations. Because the ABS and traction control systems are one module and use the […]
A confusing and often stressful result that comes from an OBD reading is the dreaded p0420 code. For those of you in Colorado, Washington, or a handful of other states, the number ‘420’ typically brings something more pleasant to mind, but this one has something to do with the catalyst system in your car. Here, […]
If it’s been a while since you last changed the air filter in your car, it’s probably worth taking a look at. Air filters are a critical part of the system that makes the engine run at maximum efficiency and helps keep everything clean and functional. In this article, we will take a look at […]
The dreaded emissions test is coming eh? That means it’s time to get your car in tip-top shape and make sure there won’t be any embarrassing surprises when you get to the testing center. We’ve all been through this, especially those of us that live in major metropolitan areas. Let’s take a look at what […]