With such a wide range of components and gadget on the market for car audio systems, the big question is "Where do I start?"
First you must decide what exactly you wish to do. If you are wanting to build a car audio system for a daily driver (the car you drive back and forth to work) with good sounds, but you are not interested in competing, a system can easily be put together for under $1000. However, if you are looking for the all-out bass monster, be prepared to drop in some big bucks into your system.
One of the most important things to keep in mind when building a car audio system is planning. Get an idea of where you are going to place components, subwoofers, amplifiers, and power distribution. A lot of headache can be avoided with the proper planning!!
For the basic system, lets look at some of the components needed.
Let's first start with the head unit (CD player). Obviously you are going to want a nice head unit. If you start with a good quality cd player, and choose to upgrade your sound system in the future, purchase a head unit that will grow with you. Some of the features you may want to keep in mind are:
1. CD changer controls
2. XM / Sirius controls (if you decide to add Satellite radio in the future)
3. Dual RCA outputs (carries signal to the amplifiers)
4. Pause button (important for competing)
5. Detachable face, or other security devices
6. High voltage line driver - this will send the sound signal at a higher voltage to your amplifier/s reducing noise and improving overall sound quality.
After you have chosen your head unit, you will want to make a decision on amplifiers and subwoofers. Keep in mind that you get what you pay for. A $30 subwoofer will be as big as a $300 subwoofer, but the capacities of each will differ greatly. Look at the power handling of each subwoofer and decide accordingly. You will want subwoofers will work with your amplifier/s (see compatibility).
You must also keep in mind the available space in your vehicle. Are you willing to give up your entire cargo area? How many subwoofers will fit? Decide on the size. Sizes will vary from 8" up to 18", some are square (Kicker), but most are round. Also keep in mind the resistance (ohms) of the subwoofer and make sure they are compatible with your amplifier/s (see compatibility). The subwoofer decision will also have an effect on the enclosure you decide to build or buy. For the basic system, I would recommend purchasing a pre-fabricated subwoofer enclosure. This will save you a bit of money and headache (especially if you end up building it two or three times!!). Make sure you take accurate measurement of your cargo area before building or buying an enclosure!!
Other components may be needed depending on the type of system you are building and how elaborate you want your sound to be. For the competition vehicle, figure on upgrading your alternator, adding a battery to your system (maybe more), running high quality RCA cables, power cables, ground cables, and speaker cable. You may need to add a capacitor to provide your amplifier with a reservoir of power for bigger hits from the subs. You may need an electronic crossover, an equalizer, replacement factory speakers, an amplifier for your mid-range and tweeters, additional speakers within your vehicle for staging, etc.
Will Reece
I have been involved in the car audio arena for several years, and have competed locally in the Kansas City are with USACi. You may find me online at http://www.maximumspl.com. For additional information, visit us online at http://www.maximumspl.com.
Saturday, June 16, 2007
Choosing the Right Helmet
Perhaps every rider has been entangled in a situation when he shelled out big bucks for a quality helmet just to replace his old stinker of motorcycle apparel. So the question now is how you qualify quality? It needs a kin eye and feel to make the right choice. A rider must also know his personal needs as a rider. Let us tackle it one by one…
Mis-fitted helmet is obviously risky because of its safety, and other annoying problems. To mention a few they are discomfort, obstructed vision, goggles rammed down, increased susceptibility to fogging, impeded nasal breathing, and at most can even precipitate a crash.
Buying without first trying it on is pretty risky because you have know clear idea whether it will fit you well. According to statistics, majority of helmets are mis-sized. Sixty percent of which is too big for the riders. Sizes vary depending on the helmet brands. Another thing is that, even if you happen to fit the lid, liners might eventually break-in or settle. Thus, fit may change dramatically.
Nowadays, there are wide varieties of helmets that come with removable liner parts. With regards to off-road helmets there are also removable liner systems. Using different liners within like shells makes helmet sizes. Therefore, different sizes can share same shells with varying thickness liners yet yield the ‘perfect fit’.
Arai, for one, is offering helmet models with removable liners in different sizes aiming for customization. Its shells are comprised of three removable parts – the ear cups, top pad and side pads. By interchanging these parts, a rider can achieve his goal for a right fit.
With regards to Bell, Moto 6 has two basic shell sizes. Removing and interchanging inner liners can result to other sizes.
Shoei, on the other hand, has four different shell sizes. Same with Moto 6, it offers one-piece removable liner. Nevertheless, it offers separate ear/cheek pads. Shoei’s liners can only be interchanged with common shells.
The rest of the manufacturers and helmet lines also offer the same fitting schemes. The best advise I can give you is to personally buy your helmet and fit it. That way you are sure with your choice.. Remember that you are going to use it in your every ride so choose it meticulously.
Maricon Williams
Please visit http://www.motorcyclepartstrade.com for comments and inquiries regarding this article.
Mis-fitted helmet is obviously risky because of its safety, and other annoying problems. To mention a few they are discomfort, obstructed vision, goggles rammed down, increased susceptibility to fogging, impeded nasal breathing, and at most can even precipitate a crash.
Buying without first trying it on is pretty risky because you have know clear idea whether it will fit you well. According to statistics, majority of helmets are mis-sized. Sixty percent of which is too big for the riders. Sizes vary depending on the helmet brands. Another thing is that, even if you happen to fit the lid, liners might eventually break-in or settle. Thus, fit may change dramatically.
Nowadays, there are wide varieties of helmets that come with removable liner parts. With regards to off-road helmets there are also removable liner systems. Using different liners within like shells makes helmet sizes. Therefore, different sizes can share same shells with varying thickness liners yet yield the ‘perfect fit’.
Arai, for one, is offering helmet models with removable liners in different sizes aiming for customization. Its shells are comprised of three removable parts – the ear cups, top pad and side pads. By interchanging these parts, a rider can achieve his goal for a right fit.
With regards to Bell, Moto 6 has two basic shell sizes. Removing and interchanging inner liners can result to other sizes.
Shoei, on the other hand, has four different shell sizes. Same with Moto 6, it offers one-piece removable liner. Nevertheless, it offers separate ear/cheek pads. Shoei’s liners can only be interchanged with common shells.
The rest of the manufacturers and helmet lines also offer the same fitting schemes. The best advise I can give you is to personally buy your helmet and fit it. That way you are sure with your choice.. Remember that you are going to use it in your every ride so choose it meticulously.
Maricon Williams
Please visit http://www.motorcyclepartstrade.com for comments and inquiries regarding this article.
20 Tips to Cheaper Car Insurance
by: Kev Higgnis
Car insurance premiums rise year after year,Although your car insurance premium largely depends on your Car, Age and discount there are a few steps you can take to help stop the rise or even reduce your premium.
1. Buy from the internet.Most companies offer a discount for online applications as this is automated process and costs them a lot less to process your application, you can usually see discounts of 5%-10%.Click here to get a instant online insurance quote
2. Shop around.All insurance companies use different formulas to calculate your insurance premium by adding or detracting money after each question the ask you.By shopping around you could find big savings on your insurance premium.
3. Buy extra products.Most insurance companies also do other insurance products ie"Building's and content's insurance".Most insurance companies will give extra discounts for purchasing more than one product,by doing this you could save a fair amount on all your insurance premiums.
4. Pay your insurance premium in one go.By paying your insurance premium in full you can avoid paying costly interest charges that would be added if you paid your insurance premium by instalments.Some insurance companies may charge as much as 15% APR on instalments.You may even receive a discount for paying in full.If you can not afford to pay in full check out what rate a small loan would be you may still save some money.Fill out a online loan application.
5. Increase your voluntary excess.Your excess is the amount paid by you in the event of a claim,by increasing this your insurance company should reduce your premium.
6. Lower your annual mileage.Lowering your annual mileage can reduce your premium,most insurance companies will quote you for around 12,000 miles a year.Try and work out how many mile's you will do if it's likely to be less you may get a discount.Be honest about this as your insurance company may ask to see old MOT'S and service history to verify your mileage in the event of a accident.
7. Have a Alarm,Immobiliser or Tracker fitted.Theft of and from your vehicle play a major role in the calculation of your insurance premium.Having a alarm or immobiliser fitted will give you a small discount to your premium and having a tracker fitted could make you quite a saving.
8. Take the advanced driving test.Passing your advanced driving test will show your insurance company that you have extra skill when driving and are less likely to be involved in a accident.
9. Don't inflate the value of your car.Adding extra value to your car when you apply for your insurance quote will do nothing for you apart from increase you premium.In the event your car is stolen or written off you will only be paid the market value of your car at the time of your accident.
10.Look after your credit rating.Insurance companies are now looking at your credit score as part of the calculation for your insurance premium.Maintaining a good credit rating could avoid unnecessary additions to your premium.
11. Insure your car Third Party Only.Third party only is the minimum cover you are required to have by law it's also the cheapest.If your vehicle is of a low value then you could consider this type of cover.You need to remember that with this type of cover if you was to have a accident that any damage to your vehicle would not be covered for repair.
12. Keep a clean licenceInsurance companies take driving convictions very seriously and can dramatically increase your car insurance premium,by maintaining a clean licence proves to the insurance you are a safe and careful driver.
13. Remove any unnecessary drivers.If you have a young driver on your insurance policy that no longer use's the vehicle you should remove them as this will reduce your premium.
14. Young driver's add a older driver.Some insurance companies will reduce young drivers premiums if they have a older named driver on the insurance.
15. Build up your no-claims discountOne of the biggest factors affecting your car insurance premium is the number of years no-claim's discount.You could receive up to 75% discount for around 5 years of no claims.The more years you can stay claim free the safer driver your insurance company will see you as.
16. Protect your no-claims discount.Although this will increase your insurance premium if you have a lot of years of no-claims you may want to protect this as a small claim may increase your premium by up to 75%.
17. Buy a lower insurance group car.A very important factor to your insurance premium is what car you drive.Most insurance companies adopt the Association Of British Insurance Group Rating.This rates vehicle's from 1 - 20 generally speaking the higher the group the higher the premium.By buying a car with a lower group rating can lower your premium especially for young or inexperienced drivers.
18. Join a car club.If your vehicle is a classic or specialist consider joining a club related to your car most clubs offer insurance schemes which have very good premium rates.
19. Put your spouse as a named driver.Some insurance companies offer discounts when you add a spouse as a named driver as opposed to unmarried couples,they see marriage as a sign of stability and associate stability with safe driving and there for give you a discount.
20. Take pass plus.If you are a new driver consider taking your pass plus.some insurance companies could give you as much as a 25% discount and when you have just passed your test and have no no-claims this could make a considerable saving.
Car insurance premiums rise year after year,Although your car insurance premium largely depends on your Car, Age and discount there are a few steps you can take to help stop the rise or even reduce your premium.
1. Buy from the internet.Most companies offer a discount for online applications as this is automated process and costs them a lot less to process your application, you can usually see discounts of 5%-10%.Click here to get a instant online insurance quote
2. Shop around.All insurance companies use different formulas to calculate your insurance premium by adding or detracting money after each question the ask you.By shopping around you could find big savings on your insurance premium.
3. Buy extra products.Most insurance companies also do other insurance products ie"Building's and content's insurance".Most insurance companies will give extra discounts for purchasing more than one product,by doing this you could save a fair amount on all your insurance premiums.
4. Pay your insurance premium in one go.By paying your insurance premium in full you can avoid paying costly interest charges that would be added if you paid your insurance premium by instalments.Some insurance companies may charge as much as 15% APR on instalments.You may even receive a discount for paying in full.If you can not afford to pay in full check out what rate a small loan would be you may still save some money.Fill out a online loan application.
5. Increase your voluntary excess.Your excess is the amount paid by you in the event of a claim,by increasing this your insurance company should reduce your premium.
6. Lower your annual mileage.Lowering your annual mileage can reduce your premium,most insurance companies will quote you for around 12,000 miles a year.Try and work out how many mile's you will do if it's likely to be less you may get a discount.Be honest about this as your insurance company may ask to see old MOT'S and service history to verify your mileage in the event of a accident.
7. Have a Alarm,Immobiliser or Tracker fitted.Theft of and from your vehicle play a major role in the calculation of your insurance premium.Having a alarm or immobiliser fitted will give you a small discount to your premium and having a tracker fitted could make you quite a saving.
8. Take the advanced driving test.Passing your advanced driving test will show your insurance company that you have extra skill when driving and are less likely to be involved in a accident.
9. Don't inflate the value of your car.Adding extra value to your car when you apply for your insurance quote will do nothing for you apart from increase you premium.In the event your car is stolen or written off you will only be paid the market value of your car at the time of your accident.
10.Look after your credit rating.Insurance companies are now looking at your credit score as part of the calculation for your insurance premium.Maintaining a good credit rating could avoid unnecessary additions to your premium.
11. Insure your car Third Party Only.Third party only is the minimum cover you are required to have by law it's also the cheapest.If your vehicle is of a low value then you could consider this type of cover.You need to remember that with this type of cover if you was to have a accident that any damage to your vehicle would not be covered for repair.
12. Keep a clean licenceInsurance companies take driving convictions very seriously and can dramatically increase your car insurance premium,by maintaining a clean licence proves to the insurance you are a safe and careful driver.
13. Remove any unnecessary drivers.If you have a young driver on your insurance policy that no longer use's the vehicle you should remove them as this will reduce your premium.
14. Young driver's add a older driver.Some insurance companies will reduce young drivers premiums if they have a older named driver on the insurance.
15. Build up your no-claims discountOne of the biggest factors affecting your car insurance premium is the number of years no-claim's discount.You could receive up to 75% discount for around 5 years of no claims.The more years you can stay claim free the safer driver your insurance company will see you as.
16. Protect your no-claims discount.Although this will increase your insurance premium if you have a lot of years of no-claims you may want to protect this as a small claim may increase your premium by up to 75%.
17. Buy a lower insurance group car.A very important factor to your insurance premium is what car you drive.Most insurance companies adopt the Association Of British Insurance Group Rating.This rates vehicle's from 1 - 20 generally speaking the higher the group the higher the premium.By buying a car with a lower group rating can lower your premium especially for young or inexperienced drivers.
18. Join a car club.If your vehicle is a classic or specialist consider joining a club related to your car most clubs offer insurance schemes which have very good premium rates.
19. Put your spouse as a named driver.Some insurance companies offer discounts when you add a spouse as a named driver as opposed to unmarried couples,they see marriage as a sign of stability and associate stability with safe driving and there for give you a discount.
20. Take pass plus.If you are a new driver consider taking your pass plus.some insurance companies could give you as much as a 25% discount and when you have just passed your test and have no no-claims this could make a considerable saving.
State Lemon Laws
If you are fortunate, you can purchase a brand new car. If your fortune takes a turn after you purchase the car and problems arise with the car, what can you do? Are you covered under the state lemon law? Can you just return the car? Will the dealer talk to you? What requirements must my car fit in to be called a “lemon”?
Do you have a lemon? You may not like something about the car, but that doesn’t qualify it as a lemon. Now, if the brakes don’t work or the car won’t go into gear or it won’t run over 30 mph, then you might have a lemon. But, you must give the manufacturer an opportunity to fix the problem. In most states, 10 different defects during the warranty period do not constitute that the car is a lemon. In some states, a single defect that might cause serious injury makes your car a lemon if the manufacturer cannot fix the problem within 1 attempt. First rule: Keep up with all of your receipts and repair history.
State laws vary, but a rule of thumb is if the car problem can’t be fixed with 4 tries or the car has been out of commission for more than 30 days during the first year or 12,000 miles.
Before you buy the car, you should have checked out the car’s repair history. Did you check the VIN number on some popular websites to see if the car was in an accident?
The manufacturer doesn’t have to replace or refund the car if the defects do not impair the use and value of the car or the condition of the car was due to customer’s abuse, neglect, or unauthorized alterations. Be careful, as you can get yourself into a pickle.
A lawyer that is familiar with state lemon laws can help you determine a variety of problems like whether the car was damaged at the time of delivery. Was there fraud or deception in your financing paperwork? Were repairs attempted beforehand to cover up defects? Lawyers go through an extreme investigation on your vehicle to make sure how these items affected your value, safety, or use.
The lawyer will submit a detailed account to the manufacturer, usually after hiring an ASE certified mechanic to go over the car. Did you know that the auto repair shops use several work orders? They have one for you to look at, but they also have one for the technician. If the problems are too hard to fix, they may be told not to fix the car. Your lawyer will drag all of this out in front of the manufacturer or judge, if necessary.
In summary, you understand now that if your paint is peeling, then you don’t have a lemon. If your brakes aren’t working and the dealer can’t fix them, then you may have a lemon.
Stuart Simpson http://www.state-lemon-law.info
Do you have a lemon? You may not like something about the car, but that doesn’t qualify it as a lemon. Now, if the brakes don’t work or the car won’t go into gear or it won’t run over 30 mph, then you might have a lemon. But, you must give the manufacturer an opportunity to fix the problem. In most states, 10 different defects during the warranty period do not constitute that the car is a lemon. In some states, a single defect that might cause serious injury makes your car a lemon if the manufacturer cannot fix the problem within 1 attempt. First rule: Keep up with all of your receipts and repair history.
State laws vary, but a rule of thumb is if the car problem can’t be fixed with 4 tries or the car has been out of commission for more than 30 days during the first year or 12,000 miles.
Before you buy the car, you should have checked out the car’s repair history. Did you check the VIN number on some popular websites to see if the car was in an accident?
The manufacturer doesn’t have to replace or refund the car if the defects do not impair the use and value of the car or the condition of the car was due to customer’s abuse, neglect, or unauthorized alterations. Be careful, as you can get yourself into a pickle.
A lawyer that is familiar with state lemon laws can help you determine a variety of problems like whether the car was damaged at the time of delivery. Was there fraud or deception in your financing paperwork? Were repairs attempted beforehand to cover up defects? Lawyers go through an extreme investigation on your vehicle to make sure how these items affected your value, safety, or use.
The lawyer will submit a detailed account to the manufacturer, usually after hiring an ASE certified mechanic to go over the car. Did you know that the auto repair shops use several work orders? They have one for you to look at, but they also have one for the technician. If the problems are too hard to fix, they may be told not to fix the car. Your lawyer will drag all of this out in front of the manufacturer or judge, if necessary.
In summary, you understand now that if your paint is peeling, then you don’t have a lemon. If your brakes aren’t working and the dealer can’t fix them, then you may have a lemon.
Stuart Simpson http://www.state-lemon-law.info
Aftermarket Auto Lights to Match Ultimate Driving Machine’s High Standards
by: Joe Wayne
Aftermarket auto parts abound in the market nowadays, making it easier for anyone to upgrade, repair, customize or refurbish his vehicle. Various kinds of replacement car, truck and other auto parts and accessories can be easily bought and they are offered in very affordable deals not only for auto mechanics and retail store owners but most especially to individual do-it-yourself users who want to save in their repair needs. Even stock automotive parts of major European makes that used to be so hard to replace are now conveniently offered in thousands of auto parts stores online.
BMW Parts [http://www.carpartswholesale.com/cpw/bmw-car-parts.html] are among the most finely made car parts in the industry—parts that make a BMW the “Ultimate Driving Machine.” That tagline isn’t pure hype that’s meant only to attract people; it’s a statement based on BMW’s almost century-old tradition of excellence in manufacturing aircraft engines, railway brakes and automobiles. It is only apt to replace stock BMW parts with equally high quality replacement or aftermarket BMW parts that could match this vehicle’s performance. Exterior parts such as the auto lights, the wheels, the hood and other body parts require precision to be able to live up to BMW’s perfect balance of form and function.
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Why get aftermarket auto lights for your BMW? Aftermarket auto parts do not mean inferior. Some non-OEM auto lights may not meet high quality standards of your vehicle manufacturer but this is not true to all, especially when you are getting replacement parts from trusted BMW dealers like Auto Parts Wholesale. Here you are assured to get the most dependable products for your BMW ranging from BMW auto lights to wheel cover, radiator support, A/C condenser, tarter and a whole lot more.
Lights such as the headlamps, fog lights and tail lights are very essential in your vehicle so they must be durable and reliable enough to give you the long quality service. When driving through unfamiliar and dark places, driving without auto lights is like committing suicide, so make sure you are equipped with premium quality lights that could not only light up your way and make your car visible as you move down the road but could give you peace of mind no matter how bad the weather or the circumstances are.
Joe Wayne is an automotive editor from Los Angeles, California. He also owns an auto shop and that he is a certified off-roader.
http://www.carpartswholesale.com
Aftermarket auto parts abound in the market nowadays, making it easier for anyone to upgrade, repair, customize or refurbish his vehicle. Various kinds of replacement car, truck and other auto parts and accessories can be easily bought and they are offered in very affordable deals not only for auto mechanics and retail store owners but most especially to individual do-it-yourself users who want to save in their repair needs. Even stock automotive parts of major European makes that used to be so hard to replace are now conveniently offered in thousands of auto parts stores online.
BMW Parts [http://www.carpartswholesale.com/cpw/bmw-car-parts.html] are among the most finely made car parts in the industry—parts that make a BMW the “Ultimate Driving Machine.” That tagline isn’t pure hype that’s meant only to attract people; it’s a statement based on BMW’s almost century-old tradition of excellence in manufacturing aircraft engines, railway brakes and automobiles. It is only apt to replace stock BMW parts with equally high quality replacement or aftermarket BMW parts that could match this vehicle’s performance. Exterior parts such as the auto lights, the wheels, the hood and other body parts require precision to be able to live up to BMW’s perfect balance of form and function.
Now the good news is Auto Parts Discount [http://www.carpartswholesale.com] is offering the most sophisticated aftermarket automotive lights for BMW cars and thousands of other BMW auto parts. Featured in the store are BMW parts such as auto headlights, taillights, fog lights, corner lights and clear altezza tail lights [http://www.carpartswholesale.com/cpw/altezza_tail_lights.html] made by top car parts manufacturers and are guaranteed superior quality. They are perfect ways to improve not only your car’s safety but as well as its style. All BMW headlamps, taillights, and fog lights from this store are superbly designed to match every spec of your BMW, whether it’s a BMW 3 series, BMW 4 series or BMW M roadster.
Why get aftermarket auto lights for your BMW? Aftermarket auto parts do not mean inferior. Some non-OEM auto lights may not meet high quality standards of your vehicle manufacturer but this is not true to all, especially when you are getting replacement parts from trusted BMW dealers like Auto Parts Wholesale. Here you are assured to get the most dependable products for your BMW ranging from BMW auto lights to wheel cover, radiator support, A/C condenser, tarter and a whole lot more.
Lights such as the headlamps, fog lights and tail lights are very essential in your vehicle so they must be durable and reliable enough to give you the long quality service. When driving through unfamiliar and dark places, driving without auto lights is like committing suicide, so make sure you are equipped with premium quality lights that could not only light up your way and make your car visible as you move down the road but could give you peace of mind no matter how bad the weather or the circumstances are.
Joe Wayne is an automotive editor from Los Angeles, California. He also owns an auto shop and that he is a certified off-roader.
http://www.carpartswholesale.com
Most Trusted Ford Parts Dealer Features the Best OEM-Quality Ford Car Parts
The automotive industry is an ever-changing industry. Every phase in the history of cars is highlighted by technical innovations and new car concepts that are aimed at improving the people’s widely used means of transportation. As cars became more efficient, more convenient, more comfortable, more stylish and safer, the demand for high quality replacement auto parts also grew bigger. Auto users’ need for auto parts that could complement their car’s abilities became higher and in the same way, auto users became more and more particular about the quality of the auto parts they are purchasing.
Today, the fastest and the most efficient way of finding the best quality replacement performance auto parts and accessories for your car’s repair or enhancement is through an online store. One of the leading stores that offer you not only wide assortment of replacement parts but great deals as well is Ford Parts Online (http://www.americanbodyparts.com). This store specializes in selling the best quality replacement Ford parts including exterior parts such as the Ford Escape Front Bumper, Ford front and rear lights, Ford Bronco Grille and Ford F150 Pickup Mirror (http://www.americanbodyparts.com/auto-body-parts/FOF150PICKUP47.html).
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Proper maintenance of your Ford car, minivan, truck or SUV is needed in order for it to give you the most efficient service for a long period of time. It actually depends on you. Ford cars are well-built, no doubt, but you have to do your part in keeping it in good shape and condition. It is inevitable for it to experience some car problems, too—just like all other cars—so it must be given enough care and attention, especially the parts that perform the most difficult tasks. Don’t worry; Ford Parts Online can help you do this with ease. Check out their site now.
Chuck Smith, a 38 year old freelance writer from Charleston, South Carolina, has been specializing on automotive-related articles and news. He has a degree in Automotive Techonology.
Today, the fastest and the most efficient way of finding the best quality replacement performance auto parts and accessories for your car’s repair or enhancement is through an online store. One of the leading stores that offer you not only wide assortment of replacement parts but great deals as well is Ford Parts Online (http://www.americanbodyparts.com). This store specializes in selling the best quality replacement Ford parts including exterior parts such as the Ford Escape Front Bumper, Ford front and rear lights, Ford Bronco Grille and Ford F150 Pickup Mirror (http://www.americanbodyparts.com/auto-body-parts/FOF150PICKUP47.html).
Due to the tough competition and high demand for replacement and aftermarket auto parts, a lot of stores are offering very inviting Ford Parts Discount deals both on Ford Parts used and new. Don’t be in a hurry in purchasing replacement parts, be wise in choosing the parts you are going to use in your Ford car or truck. Stock Ford Parts used in your car are made of high Ford standards—standards that have been cultivated for more than a century now. Ford Motor Company’s success through the years is testament enough of its reliability in producing vehicles of tough and dependable Ford parts from Ford Escape Hybrid Parts (http://www.americanbodyparts.com/auto-body-parts/ford-escape-hybrid-parts.html) to Ford F150 Pickup Parts, Ford alternator, Ford radiator and all other Ford car parts and accessories.
Ford Parts Used Online adheres to Ford’s standards in providing you the best replacement parts, aftermarket auto products and auto accessories for various Ford models, old and new. It offers long list of Ford car and truck parts and great Ford Parts Discount deals, in its efforts to provide you the best satisfaction you ought to get while driving a Ford vehicle.
Proper maintenance of your Ford car, minivan, truck or SUV is needed in order for it to give you the most efficient service for a long period of time. It actually depends on you. Ford cars are well-built, no doubt, but you have to do your part in keeping it in good shape and condition. It is inevitable for it to experience some car problems, too—just like all other cars—so it must be given enough care and attention, especially the parts that perform the most difficult tasks. Don’t worry; Ford Parts Online can help you do this with ease. Check out their site now.
Chuck Smith, a 38 year old freelance writer from Charleston, South Carolina, has been specializing on automotive-related articles and news. He has a degree in Automotive Techonology.
Fast and Affordable Ways to Upgrade Your Chevy
Imagination, that’s what you need if you want to jazz up your everyday driving. Admit it, sometimes you get a little bored of driving the same car everyday in your life. It’s normal, people want variety and value individuality; thus, the tendency for you is to find something unusual and extraordinary all the time.
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Chevy Grills with metal or plastic inserts are not just for ornamentation, they help improve your Chevy’s performance as it allows more air to pass through for more efficient cooling of the engine. Since during the combustion, the engine produces great amount of heat, it needs to be cooled in order to perform at its best. Replacing your old car’s grille with a fresh looking and exquisitely designed grill can be a perfect way to modify your vehicle’s front end and improve airflow.
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6 Reasons To Learn Logic
In Star Trek, there's the purely logical guy, Mr. Spock, and the purely emotional guy, who is just about any other character. Real life isn't like that--we need to be able to function both ways, with our minds and with our emotions.
Unfortunately, learning logical thinking doesn't just come naturally for most people. But it's an important skill. Logic traps are everywhere.
Here's what you can do about it: teach logic to your child. Why?
1. Your child will be able to understand cause and effect, and make better life choices. For instance, a child who understands logical consequences will be more able to counter the voices of "friends" who urge him to misuse his money and his time.
2. Your child will be a good problem-solver. Good problem-solving involves coming up with a list of options to consider. This will help later on in a range of situations, from how to deal with a plugged-up sink to what to do about a car that breaks down.
3. Your child will be better prepared to challenge advertising. He will be able to identify fallacies such as circular reasoning. For example, an advertiser might tell us, "Happy folks buy Toastie Puffs." What he means is, "Buy Toastie Puffs, and you'll be happy!" This is circular logic! Can your child recognize it?
4. Your child will be able to carefully consider persuasion from politicians and the media. What if a TV reporter interviews five people who say the US should allow illegal immigrants to stay? Then the reporter concludes that everyone in the state wants illegal immigrants to stay. What is the problem here? This is an error in generalizing from too small a sample group. The reporter needs opinions from a much wider sample group. Can your child see the error?
5. Your child will be able to evaluate what someone says by looking at who said it. For instance, if your dentist tells you how to take care of your teeth, you should follow his advice-he's an expert. But if he tells you how to fix your car, you might not consider him an expert on that!
6. Your child will be able to understand how computers think. Computers think in nitty-gritty ways: if statement A is true, then do action B. Otherwise, do action C. Our brains tend to skip around in comparison. But learning to program a computer to follow a logical sequence helps the child learn to think logically, too. In the Information Age, this is a very useful skill to develop, now or later. The more your child knows about computers, the more he will be master of that device that is mastering our lives.
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Unfortunately, learning logical thinking doesn't just come naturally for most people. But it's an important skill. Logic traps are everywhere.
Here's what you can do about it: teach logic to your child. Why?
1. Your child will be able to understand cause and effect, and make better life choices. For instance, a child who understands logical consequences will be more able to counter the voices of "friends" who urge him to misuse his money and his time.
2. Your child will be a good problem-solver. Good problem-solving involves coming up with a list of options to consider. This will help later on in a range of situations, from how to deal with a plugged-up sink to what to do about a car that breaks down.
3. Your child will be better prepared to challenge advertising. He will be able to identify fallacies such as circular reasoning. For example, an advertiser might tell us, "Happy folks buy Toastie Puffs." What he means is, "Buy Toastie Puffs, and you'll be happy!" This is circular logic! Can your child recognize it?
4. Your child will be able to carefully consider persuasion from politicians and the media. What if a TV reporter interviews five people who say the US should allow illegal immigrants to stay? Then the reporter concludes that everyone in the state wants illegal immigrants to stay. What is the problem here? This is an error in generalizing from too small a sample group. The reporter needs opinions from a much wider sample group. Can your child see the error?
5. Your child will be able to evaluate what someone says by looking at who said it. For instance, if your dentist tells you how to take care of your teeth, you should follow his advice-he's an expert. But if he tells you how to fix your car, you might not consider him an expert on that!
6. Your child will be able to understand how computers think. Computers think in nitty-gritty ways: if statement A is true, then do action B. Otherwise, do action C. Our brains tend to skip around in comparison. But learning to program a computer to follow a logical sequence helps the child learn to think logically, too. In the Information Age, this is a very useful skill to develop, now or later. The more your child knows about computers, the more he will be master of that device that is mastering our lives.
Phyllis Wheeler
Kids can learn computer programming and create Web sites using Phyllis Wheeler’s self-study books. Find out more and get a free Internet scavenger hunt download at www.motherboardbooks.com
10 Tips for Using Less Gas and Saving Money
The hurricane that has devastated so many lives has created a huge spike in gasoline prices around the country, even in areas that are not directly affected by the crisis.
With this in mind, here are some ways that you can reduce your gas consumption, and thereby spend less money at the pump. At the same time, you’ll also be helping the environment by putting fewer emissions into the air.
1. Avoid idling as much as possible. Modern engines do not need to be warmed up. In fact, they warm up better by driving them slowly, under a light load. Instead of using the drive-up window at the local fast food joint, consider going inside instead. If you do use the pick-up window, turn off the engine while you are in line. It takes less gas to restart a warmed-up engine than it does to idle for 30 seconds or more.
2. Accelerate and decelerate slowly. Don’t stomp on the gas peddle when the light turns green. Try to anticipate traffic flow and drive accordingly, keeping safety in mind at all times.
3. Lighten the load. If you have a bunch of stuff in your car that you don’t need with you, store it somewhere else. The more your car weighs, the more gas the engine must burn.
4. Combine trips. Try to run all your errands at one time. Planning ahead for what you need to buy and do can save a lot of trips and miles.
5. Check tire pressure. Improperly inflated tires create drag and reduce fuel efficiency by as much as 2%. Properly inflated are safer and they last longer.
6. Use the right gas. Check your owner’s manual for the right grade of gas for your car. It is a waste of money to use a higher grade then recommended.
7. Close the gas cap properly. Make sure the seal is tight. If you buy a replacement cap, make sure it is the right one for your make and model.
8. Change the air filter regularly. A clogged filter reduces mileage.
9. Change the spark plugs. Make sure to install new ones at the appropriate intervals to improve mileage.
10. Drive a fuel-efficient vehicle. If you have more than one vehicle, drive the one with the best mileage rating whenever possible.
I would like to close by asking everyone who reads this article to please give whatever you can to relief agencies such as The Red Cross and The Salvation Army, or one of many other worthy organizations that are working hard to bring aid and comfort to the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Although it hurts to pay more at the pump, it can’t compare with the agony that so many in the Gulf Coast are enduring.
Thank you.
Copyright 2005 Danek Kaus
Danek S. Kaus is a freelance journalist who has published hundreds of articles on business, personal development and consumer issues. He is the co-author of the new book, “Power Persuasion: Using Hypnotic Influence to Win in Life, Love and Business.” For information, visit power-persuasion.com/book.
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With this in mind, here are some ways that you can reduce your gas consumption, and thereby spend less money at the pump. At the same time, you’ll also be helping the environment by putting fewer emissions into the air.
1. Avoid idling as much as possible. Modern engines do not need to be warmed up. In fact, they warm up better by driving them slowly, under a light load. Instead of using the drive-up window at the local fast food joint, consider going inside instead. If you do use the pick-up window, turn off the engine while you are in line. It takes less gas to restart a warmed-up engine than it does to idle for 30 seconds or more.
2. Accelerate and decelerate slowly. Don’t stomp on the gas peddle when the light turns green. Try to anticipate traffic flow and drive accordingly, keeping safety in mind at all times.
3. Lighten the load. If you have a bunch of stuff in your car that you don’t need with you, store it somewhere else. The more your car weighs, the more gas the engine must burn.
4. Combine trips. Try to run all your errands at one time. Planning ahead for what you need to buy and do can save a lot of trips and miles.
5. Check tire pressure. Improperly inflated tires create drag and reduce fuel efficiency by as much as 2%. Properly inflated are safer and they last longer.
6. Use the right gas. Check your owner’s manual for the right grade of gas for your car. It is a waste of money to use a higher grade then recommended.
7. Close the gas cap properly. Make sure the seal is tight. If you buy a replacement cap, make sure it is the right one for your make and model.
8. Change the air filter regularly. A clogged filter reduces mileage.
9. Change the spark plugs. Make sure to install new ones at the appropriate intervals to improve mileage.
10. Drive a fuel-efficient vehicle. If you have more than one vehicle, drive the one with the best mileage rating whenever possible.
I would like to close by asking everyone who reads this article to please give whatever you can to relief agencies such as The Red Cross and The Salvation Army, or one of many other worthy organizations that are working hard to bring aid and comfort to the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
Although it hurts to pay more at the pump, it can’t compare with the agony that so many in the Gulf Coast are enduring.
Thank you.
Copyright 2005 Danek Kaus
Danek S. Kaus is a freelance journalist who has published hundreds of articles on business, personal development and consumer issues. He is the co-author of the new book, “Power Persuasion: Using Hypnotic Influence to Win in Life, Love and Business.” For information, visit power-persuasion.com/book.
Want more gas saving tips and other ideas on how to win in life? Read The Winner's Edge at winnersedge.blogspot.com
Tips for Keeping up With Automotive Recalls
You hear about automotive recalls all the time in the newspaper, on the Internet, as well as on the nightly news. Amazingly, one in 12 cars traveling the roads today were recalled for one reason or another in 2003. However, even more amazing is the fact that only one third of the owners of the recalled vehicles chose to take their car in for the needed repairs. The car manufacturers are required to send out letters informing owners of these vehicles of the recall, regardless of whether it is a major or minor event. Also, the information regarding the recall is delivered to consumers in so many different mediums it is almost impossible that owners of the affected vehicles do not learn of the problems. However, people seem to think that if they are not experiencing any problems at the moment then the recall affects all of the other vehicles instead of theirs and end up ignoring the recall. This is negligence and simply asking for the problem with the car to crop up. However, if this happens after the recall then it is the owners fault because they were given the information and allowed to fix the problem free of charge yet they simply ignored it. As long as car manufactures report the recall and inform owners of the vehicles as they are required to do by law, it is up to the consumer to take advantage of the recall and have their automobile fixed. If not, then the owner is taking the risk. If you have not heard anything about car recalls or just bought a used vehicle and want to find out if the manufacturer issued any recalls then you should check out www.nhtsa.gov or www.autorecalls.org to see if your car is listed.
Both of these websites have all the information about recalls over the past years so you can search through the year, make, and model of a vehicle to see if yours is listed. It is very likely you will see your car listed on one of these website because more than 31 million cars were recalled in 2004. That is almost unbelievable considering the amount of technology used in developing cars as well as the fact that cars are safer than they have ever been. However, it is true that mistakes are still taking places and consumers are buying vehicles with basic problems like fuses or major problems with gas lines, tires, and seats buckling in crashes. Regardless of whether or not you believe you are driving a safe car you need to check out the websites stated above every few months just to make sure your vehicle has not ended up on the list. If it has, don’t fall into the two thirds of individuals who never respond to the recall. Instead, head to the nearest dealership or authorized mechanic who can make the free repairs to your vehicle. Why so many people don’t have time for free repairs is beyond me, but knowing your vehicle has a problem that could be potentially fatal for you and your family and that a free repair is available should be enough to motivate you to have the repair taken care of.
Another thing to keep in mind is that simple problems with your vehicle that result in a visit to the mechanic may not be a problem you are required to pay for. Millions of Americans each year take their cars to the mechanic for a basic repair, or even a major one, assuming something went wrong and they simply need to fix it. Unfortunately, many of these individuals never check to see if the problem was due to a recall and end up paying for a repair that might be free or discounted by the automobile manufacturer. So, armed with this knowledge the next time your vehicle has even the slightest problem make sure you check and see if the car has been recalled for similar problems and if you can get free repairs or discounted ones at the least. It is certainly worth checking out and could save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars.
Who Issues Recalls?
In general, the reason so many people don’t respond to recalls is because they simply don’t understand the recall process. The NHTSA , National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration, is responsible for investigating consumer complaints regarding specific vehicles and problems associated with them. After several consumers have reported the same or similar problem to the NHTSA for the same model vehicle an investigation is launched. The point of the NHTSA investigation is to determine whether the consumer caused the problem or malfunction in some way or if the manufacturer of the vehicle is at fault. If the manufacturer is determined to be at fault then the owners of affected models will receive information in the mail regarding the recall of the vehicle with information included on how they can have the problem corrected free of charge. However, the NHTSA is not always the one who issues a recall.
Occasionally, the manufacturer realizes a problem exists in a certain model vehicle and will voluntarily issue a recall. Of course, the NHTSA is informed as well, and the same letter is sent to owners of the vehicle letting them know the problem with the vehicle and how to correct it. Many times, however, a recall does not affect all models of a particular year. For example, if a recall is issued on 2005 Ford Explorers more than likely it will only affect a certain batch of these vehicles and not all of them. However, if you own a vehicle of that make and year then you can take it to the dealership and the service department will run the VIN, or vehicle identification number, to determine if in fact your vehicle is affected by the recall. If so, then you can have the repairs made at no cost. If not, then you can head home knowing your vehicle is safe and sound.
Just keep in mind, however, each year millions of cars are recalled for various reasons and you should always take your car in if you suspect the recall might apply to your vehicle or if you receive a recall letter. Don’t take your safety for granted, especially if the repair for the recalled vehicle is free.
Jeff Dragt runs an automotive recall directory that helps to keep people informed about the latest automotice recalls. www.autorecalls.org
Both of these websites have all the information about recalls over the past years so you can search through the year, make, and model of a vehicle to see if yours is listed. It is very likely you will see your car listed on one of these website because more than 31 million cars were recalled in 2004. That is almost unbelievable considering the amount of technology used in developing cars as well as the fact that cars are safer than they have ever been. However, it is true that mistakes are still taking places and consumers are buying vehicles with basic problems like fuses or major problems with gas lines, tires, and seats buckling in crashes. Regardless of whether or not you believe you are driving a safe car you need to check out the websites stated above every few months just to make sure your vehicle has not ended up on the list. If it has, don’t fall into the two thirds of individuals who never respond to the recall. Instead, head to the nearest dealership or authorized mechanic who can make the free repairs to your vehicle. Why so many people don’t have time for free repairs is beyond me, but knowing your vehicle has a problem that could be potentially fatal for you and your family and that a free repair is available should be enough to motivate you to have the repair taken care of.
Another thing to keep in mind is that simple problems with your vehicle that result in a visit to the mechanic may not be a problem you are required to pay for. Millions of Americans each year take their cars to the mechanic for a basic repair, or even a major one, assuming something went wrong and they simply need to fix it. Unfortunately, many of these individuals never check to see if the problem was due to a recall and end up paying for a repair that might be free or discounted by the automobile manufacturer. So, armed with this knowledge the next time your vehicle has even the slightest problem make sure you check and see if the car has been recalled for similar problems and if you can get free repairs or discounted ones at the least. It is certainly worth checking out and could save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars.
Who Issues Recalls?
In general, the reason so many people don’t respond to recalls is because they simply don’t understand the recall process. The NHTSA , National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration, is responsible for investigating consumer complaints regarding specific vehicles and problems associated with them. After several consumers have reported the same or similar problem to the NHTSA for the same model vehicle an investigation is launched. The point of the NHTSA investigation is to determine whether the consumer caused the problem or malfunction in some way or if the manufacturer of the vehicle is at fault. If the manufacturer is determined to be at fault then the owners of affected models will receive information in the mail regarding the recall of the vehicle with information included on how they can have the problem corrected free of charge. However, the NHTSA is not always the one who issues a recall.
Occasionally, the manufacturer realizes a problem exists in a certain model vehicle and will voluntarily issue a recall. Of course, the NHTSA is informed as well, and the same letter is sent to owners of the vehicle letting them know the problem with the vehicle and how to correct it. Many times, however, a recall does not affect all models of a particular year. For example, if a recall is issued on 2005 Ford Explorers more than likely it will only affect a certain batch of these vehicles and not all of them. However, if you own a vehicle of that make and year then you can take it to the dealership and the service department will run the VIN, or vehicle identification number, to determine if in fact your vehicle is affected by the recall. If so, then you can have the repairs made at no cost. If not, then you can head home knowing your vehicle is safe and sound.
Just keep in mind, however, each year millions of cars are recalled for various reasons and you should always take your car in if you suspect the recall might apply to your vehicle or if you receive a recall letter. Don’t take your safety for granted, especially if the repair for the recalled vehicle is free.
Jeff Dragt runs an automotive recall directory that helps to keep people informed about the latest automotice recalls. www.autorecalls.org
Quality Safety Auto Parts for Mazda, Worthy Car Investments
Among the most distinguished names in the auto industry is Mazda. More than 800,000 units of Mazda vehicles are being sold out in the market every year, which only shows Mazda as a reliable auto maker. It is known for its exciting concept cars, powerful engines, including the revolutionary Wankel engine and tough and reliable auto parts designed and made with the most sophisticated technology. In the field of racing, Mazda has also exhibited superiority in building cars through its several wins credited to two, three- and four-rotor Mazda cars and other modified Mazda autos of private racers.
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Since most of these auto parts are fixed outside the car, they are made to enhance the car's exterior as well; thus, replacing them can be beneficial not only to your safety but to your car's looks, too. Headlights for example are designed to last longer than most auto parts; however, you can replace your stock Mazda headlights with excellently designed headlamps to give your Mazda a fresh new look. But more importantly, replacing your Mazda headlights with lamps that provide broader and longer beam can reduce risks in driving, especially at night.
Mirrors like the auto lights are important safety features in a car as they allow the driver to see the area behind or at the side of the car. High quality Mazda mirrors available at this Auto Parts Wholesale dealer provides better view of the road; thereby, they help prevent you from hitting obstacles, another vehicle or a pedestrian on the road more effectively.
Bumpers for various Mazda models are also offered in this store. These are among the most essential safety parts in a car since it is the Mazda bumper that absorbs the force during a collision. Without a bumper, the risks of incurring serious damages both to the passengers and the vehicle are higher. If your Mazda bumper has been damaged due to a small or high impact collision, replace it with tough and durable replacement bumper. It's better to spend some extra cash for these new parts than to incur more damages in the event of an accident.
Avail of these auto parts now and enjoy auto parts wholesale deals. Other performance parts offered for your Mazda car are Mazda engine parts, Mazda Radiators, Mazda starter, Mazda Wheels, Mazda suspension parts and Mazda Spoilers [http://www.autopartscorner.com/spoilers/mazda.html]. Aside from these, a complete and up-to-date list of quality replacement and aftermarket BMW Parts, Toyota Parts, Chevrolet Parts, Ford Parts, Volkswagen Parts and a whole lot more await you at the most experienced and trusted dealer online.
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Toyota has long promoted environment responsibility through its low-emission vehicles and manufacturing plants with “zero-landfill producing operations.” With the introduction of the Toyota Prius in 1997, Toyota had taken a big step forward in its efforts to create more fuel efficient and environment-friendly vehicles. This feat is followed recently with the introduction of the Toyota Highlander. The Toyota Prius, being the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle and the Toyota Highlander, being the first seven-passenger hybrid Sport Utility Vehicle, are great contributions to the industry. Having one of them as your own vehicle certainly brings not only driving satisfaction but a great sense of pride, too.
One of the country's leading auto parts supplier specializing on selling OEM-quality Toyota parts, Toyota Parts Online [http://www.tpartswarehouse.com] proudly brings to its beloved customers a comprehensive and updated line of automotive replacement and aftermarket auto parts for the Toyota Highlander and the Toyota Prius. With the same commitment as Toyota, this Toyota Parts Discount store offers the most dependable products that could make your Toyota vehicle more fuel efficient, environment-friendly and more capable.
As Toyota's latest and most sophisticated models, the Toyota Highlander and the Toyota Prius are sure to give you a more satisfying ride compared to earlier Toyota cars; however, these vehicles are in the same way vulnerable to a lot of car problems ranging from minor to major car damages. All types of vehicle, no matter what make or model are of course subject to some malfunctions and thus, to repair and auto parts replacement. Accidents, too, would surely require you to replace some of the stock Toyota Prius parts and Toyota Highlander parts [http://www.tpartswarehouse.com/Toyota_Highlander_Parts.html]. This is where Toyota Parts Online is of great help to you and to thousands of Toyota owners who demand for excellence in their replacement Toyota parts needs.
Quality replacement parts available for your Toyota Highlander include Toyota hood, Toyota bumper retainer, Toyota grill, Toyota radiator, and Toyota A/C condenser. For additional safety and style, you can add or replace your current Toyota headlights with first-class and stylish headlamps offered in this store. Also available are elegant-looking Toyota Euro Altezza lights [http://www.tpartswarehouse.com/Toyota_Lights_Euro_Altezza.html], Toyota clear turn signal lamps, Toyota Projector Headlamps, Toyota clear corner lights for Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Pickup, Toyota 4Runner and other vehicles.
Believing in Toyota's dedication in providing its users the most dependable passenger cars, SUVs, vans and trucks, this Toyota auto parts dealer is proud to deliver the finest parts for various Toyota models, old and new alike. With their auto parts' tried and tested durability, you are sure to experience the same satisfaction you get from Toyota Parts Used in your Toyota vehicle. What's even greater is that you get all those parts at very exciting Toyota Parts Discount deals. Shopping for your Toyota replacement parts needs online has never been more fulfilling than buying them here at the country's number one Toyota parts dealer.
Mark Clarkson is a 35 year old marketing consultant for a leading auto parts store. This native of Denver is also an offroad enthusiast.
One of the country's leading auto parts supplier specializing on selling OEM-quality Toyota parts, Toyota Parts Online [http://www.tpartswarehouse.com] proudly brings to its beloved customers a comprehensive and updated line of automotive replacement and aftermarket auto parts for the Toyota Highlander and the Toyota Prius. With the same commitment as Toyota, this Toyota Parts Discount store offers the most dependable products that could make your Toyota vehicle more fuel efficient, environment-friendly and more capable.
As Toyota's latest and most sophisticated models, the Toyota Highlander and the Toyota Prius are sure to give you a more satisfying ride compared to earlier Toyota cars; however, these vehicles are in the same way vulnerable to a lot of car problems ranging from minor to major car damages. All types of vehicle, no matter what make or model are of course subject to some malfunctions and thus, to repair and auto parts replacement. Accidents, too, would surely require you to replace some of the stock Toyota Prius parts and Toyota Highlander parts [http://www.tpartswarehouse.com/Toyota_Highlander_Parts.html]. This is where Toyota Parts Online is of great help to you and to thousands of Toyota owners who demand for excellence in their replacement Toyota parts needs.
Quality replacement parts available for your Toyota Highlander include Toyota hood, Toyota bumper retainer, Toyota grill, Toyota radiator, and Toyota A/C condenser. For additional safety and style, you can add or replace your current Toyota headlights with first-class and stylish headlamps offered in this store. Also available are elegant-looking Toyota Euro Altezza lights [http://www.tpartswarehouse.com/Toyota_Lights_Euro_Altezza.html], Toyota clear turn signal lamps, Toyota Projector Headlamps, Toyota clear corner lights for Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Pickup, Toyota 4Runner and other vehicles.
Believing in Toyota's dedication in providing its users the most dependable passenger cars, SUVs, vans and trucks, this Toyota auto parts dealer is proud to deliver the finest parts for various Toyota models, old and new alike. With their auto parts' tried and tested durability, you are sure to experience the same satisfaction you get from Toyota Parts Used in your Toyota vehicle. What's even greater is that you get all those parts at very exciting Toyota Parts Discount deals. Shopping for your Toyota replacement parts needs online has never been more fulfilling than buying them here at the country's number one Toyota parts dealer.
Mark Clarkson is a 35 year old marketing consultant for a leading auto parts store. This native of Denver is also an offroad enthusiast.
Auto Parts Fast Features High Quality Parts to Improve Your Honda's Fuel Mileage
by: Stacey Wilson
We can't deny it; we all need cars for us to live life normally everyday. Even if we have to go back to the basics to cut high costs of living, we cant really do without cars. They have become necessities in life through the years. However, some vehicles are harder to maintain and consumes more fuel; thus for some, they are pain in the neck—and the pocket—rather than helpful driving machines. But don't worry, there are many ways to improve gas mileage; though you may have to replace some of your stock auto parts.
Auto Parts Fast, one of the country's top auto parts dealers features the best quality replacement and aftermarket parts, which can help you solve gas mileage problems. If you are particularly looking for Honda parts, you can find here a comprehensive line of premium quality Honda engine parts, Honda cooling system parts, Honda body parts and Honda performance parts that can enhance not only your fuel economy but can also help you reduce harmful emissions and significantly improve performance.
The first thing you can do to improve fuel economy is to check on your engine. Make sure your engine is receiving enough air for the combustion and for its cooling. If it is not able to breathe in more air, replace filter or use bigger throttle body and premium quality performance intake manifold. Likewise, check on the way your engine exhales through the exhaust system. You should use a high-flow muffler to boost the car's performance as well as to improve fuel mileage.
Like other exhaust system parts of your Honda, the Honda Catalytic Converter improves performance and fuel mileage too as it converts gaseous wastes produced after the combustion into less harmful emissions. A clogged cat prevents exhaust gases from flowing smoothly out of the engine; thus, it won't be able to clean them properly. This in effect would require the engine to work harder thus, more fuel is consumed. If you're starting to smell something like rotten eggs, you already need to replace your Honda catalytic converter.
If you are in need of Honda catalytic converters, you can shop at Auto Parts Fast, your most trusted online dealer of millions of top quality auto parts. You can find here high-flow catalytic converters for Honda Accord sedan, Honda Accord coupe, Honda Civic, Honda CR-V and other Honda models for just about half the original price.
Improving the aerodynamics of your car can also help you reduce fuel consumption. Race cars are usually fitted with spoilers and ground effects to improve aerodynamics and thus, its acceleration and fuel economy. You can also add a Honda spoiler on your car to help reduce wind resistance; however, this is more effective when applied to race cars. However, you can also replace your Honda Rims, Honda Mirrors, and other body panels with lighter auto parts. Aside from giving your car a new look, swapping hoods and other body parts can help your vehicle run more smoothly and faster. A Honda hood with rear-facing scoop would be a good alternative, too.
Another way to improve gas mileage is by replacing your worn out Honda Wheels and tires. The tires may be particularly running low and thus they need to be aired up sufficiently. Lastly, make sure your engine is cooled properly so it can work more efficiently. You can replace Honda Radiators or add auxiliary Honda radiator fan for more efficient cooling of the engine. These are also available at Auto Parts Fast.
Other auto parts offered in this store are bumpers, A/C condensers, grille, mirror, lights, windshield, suspension parts and a whole lot more. Aside from Honda parts, the store offers top of the line Toyota Parts, Nissan Parts, BMW Parts, Chevrolet Parts, GMC Parts, VW Parts, Jeep Parts and a lot more. Fast, complete and secure, this auto parts store is the perfect solution to your fuel mileage problems.
Stacey Wilson
Auto Parts Fast, one of the country's top auto parts dealers features the best quality replacement and aftermarket parts, which can help you solve gas mileage problems. If you are particularly looking for Honda parts, you can find here a comprehensive line of premium quality Honda engine parts, Honda cooling system parts, Honda body parts and Honda performance parts that can enhance not only your fuel economy but can also help you reduce harmful emissions and significantly improve performance.
fastbodyparts.com
We can't deny it; we all need cars for us to live life normally everyday. Even if we have to go back to the basics to cut high costs of living, we cant really do without cars. They have become necessities in life through the years. However, some vehicles are harder to maintain and consumes more fuel; thus for some, they are pain in the neck—and the pocket—rather than helpful driving machines. But don't worry, there are many ways to improve gas mileage; though you may have to replace some of your stock auto parts.
Auto Parts Fast, one of the country's top auto parts dealers features the best quality replacement and aftermarket parts, which can help you solve gas mileage problems. If you are particularly looking for Honda parts, you can find here a comprehensive line of premium quality Honda engine parts, Honda cooling system parts, Honda body parts and Honda performance parts that can enhance not only your fuel economy but can also help you reduce harmful emissions and significantly improve performance.
The first thing you can do to improve fuel economy is to check on your engine. Make sure your engine is receiving enough air for the combustion and for its cooling. If it is not able to breathe in more air, replace filter or use bigger throttle body and premium quality performance intake manifold. Likewise, check on the way your engine exhales through the exhaust system. You should use a high-flow muffler to boost the car's performance as well as to improve fuel mileage.
Like other exhaust system parts of your Honda, the Honda Catalytic Converter improves performance and fuel mileage too as it converts gaseous wastes produced after the combustion into less harmful emissions. A clogged cat prevents exhaust gases from flowing smoothly out of the engine; thus, it won't be able to clean them properly. This in effect would require the engine to work harder thus, more fuel is consumed. If you're starting to smell something like rotten eggs, you already need to replace your Honda catalytic converter.
If you are in need of Honda catalytic converters, you can shop at Auto Parts Fast, your most trusted online dealer of millions of top quality auto parts. You can find here high-flow catalytic converters for Honda Accord sedan, Honda Accord coupe, Honda Civic, Honda CR-V and other Honda models for just about half the original price.
Improving the aerodynamics of your car can also help you reduce fuel consumption. Race cars are usually fitted with spoilers and ground effects to improve aerodynamics and thus, its acceleration and fuel economy. You can also add a Honda spoiler on your car to help reduce wind resistance; however, this is more effective when applied to race cars. However, you can also replace your Honda Rims, Honda Mirrors, and other body panels with lighter auto parts. Aside from giving your car a new look, swapping hoods and other body parts can help your vehicle run more smoothly and faster. A Honda hood with rear-facing scoop would be a good alternative, too.
Another way to improve gas mileage is by replacing your worn out Honda Wheels and tires. The tires may be particularly running low and thus they need to be aired up sufficiently. Lastly, make sure your engine is cooled properly so it can work more efficiently. You can replace Honda Radiators or add auxiliary Honda radiator fan for more efficient cooling of the engine. These are also available at Auto Parts Fast.
Other auto parts offered in this store are bumpers, A/C condensers, grille, mirror, lights, windshield, suspension parts and a whole lot more. Aside from Honda parts, the store offers top of the line Toyota Parts, Nissan Parts, BMW Parts, Chevrolet Parts, GMC Parts, VW Parts, Jeep Parts and a lot more. Fast, complete and secure, this auto parts store is the perfect solution to your fuel mileage problems.
Stacey Wilson
Auto Parts Fast, one of the country's top auto parts dealers features the best quality replacement and aftermarket parts, which can help you solve gas mileage problems. If you are particularly looking for Honda parts, you can find here a comprehensive line of premium quality Honda engine parts, Honda cooling system parts, Honda body parts and Honda performance parts that can enhance not only your fuel economy but can also help you reduce harmful emissions and significantly improve performance.
fastbodyparts.com
Fourteen Solid Motor Vehicle Accident Insights
Every driver should always have the following 5 items in their vehicle at all times !
#1. A paper and pen to take down notes in the event of an accident. #2. A list of all emergency phone numbers. #3. A disposable camera to record evidence at the scene of an accident. #4. A list of medical conditions or allergies you may have. #5. A set of cones, warning triangles or emergency flares to alert other drivers of an accident.
IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE
#6. Always wear your seat belt. (63% of people killed in accidents in 2004 were not wearing seat belts). On the average, inpatient hospital care costs for an unbelted cash victim are 50% higher than those who wore belts. (In 2004 there were an estimated 6,356,000 car accidents in the United States. Plus there were 2.9 million injuries and 42,643 individuals were killed).
It has been predicted that if 90 percent of American's wore seat belt’s (by the end of 2005) we would save over 8 billion bucks.
#7. Understand the effects of drugs and alcohol on your body.
#8. Be patient. And, if you’re fatigued, stop driving.
#9. Be courteous (rather than aggressive) toward other drivers.
#10. You must look both ways twice before crossing an intersection. (Don’t speed into an intersection the instant the light turns green. Another driver may be running a red light).
#11. Always check the “Blind Spots” before changing lanes.(There's plenty of proof that tells us our motor vehicle mirrors are not adequate).
#12. Leave enough space between yourself and the motor vehicle ahead of you. (When traveling or even when stopped).
#13. REPAIRING YOUR MOTOR VEHICLE PROPERTY DAMAGES. If and when you bring your motor vehicle to a repair shop, it’s important to keep in mind that different shops offer disparate damage appraisals. Because of this it’s always to your advantage to obtain several estimates prior to getting the damage repaired.
#14. REPAIRING YOUR PERSONAL INJURY DAMAGES. Your personal injury may not be apparent at the scene or perhaps it only becomes apparent at a later date. After you were involved in an accident you must see your physician. "Why?", you ask. The answer to that one is simple, "Because the physician may be able to identify injuries you’ve not yet noticed.
And so (no matter what others may say) be sure to visit your physician after ANY motor vehicle accident you've been involved in !
DISCLAIMER: The only purpose of this article "FOURTEEN SOLID MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT INSIGHTS” is to help people understand the motor vehicle accident claim process. Neither Dan Baldyga, Peter Go nor ARTICLE CITY make any guarantee of any kind whatsoever, NOR to substitute for a lawyer, an insurance adjuster, or claims consultant, or the like. Where such professional help is desired, it is THE INDIVIDUALS RESPONSIBILITY to obtain said services.
Dan Baldyga’s third and latest book AUTO ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY INSURANCE CLAIM (How To Evaluate And Settle Your Loss) can be found on the internet at http://www.caraccidentclaims.com or http://www.autoaccidentclaims.com. This book reveals “How To” handle your property damage claim so you won’t be taken advantage of. It also goes into detail regarding BASE (The Baldyga Auto Accident Settlement Evaluation Formula). THE BASE FORMULA explains how to determine the value of the “Pain and Suffering” you endured - - because of your personal injury!
Copyright (c) 2005 By Daniel B. Baldyga. All Rights Reserved.
Dan Baldyga - Author
dbpaw@comcast.net
FAX: 1 (413) 731 8358
AUTO ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY INSURANCE CLAIM
(How To Evaluate And Settle Your Loss)
http://www.autoaccidentclaims.com
Or: http://www.caraccidentclaims.com
#1. A paper and pen to take down notes in the event of an accident. #2. A list of all emergency phone numbers. #3. A disposable camera to record evidence at the scene of an accident. #4. A list of medical conditions or allergies you may have. #5. A set of cones, warning triangles or emergency flares to alert other drivers of an accident.
IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE
#6. Always wear your seat belt. (63% of people killed in accidents in 2004 were not wearing seat belts). On the average, inpatient hospital care costs for an unbelted cash victim are 50% higher than those who wore belts. (In 2004 there were an estimated 6,356,000 car accidents in the United States. Plus there were 2.9 million injuries and 42,643 individuals were killed).
It has been predicted that if 90 percent of American's wore seat belt’s (by the end of 2005) we would save over 8 billion bucks.
#7. Understand the effects of drugs and alcohol on your body.
#8. Be patient. And, if you’re fatigued, stop driving.
#9. Be courteous (rather than aggressive) toward other drivers.
#10. You must look both ways twice before crossing an intersection. (Don’t speed into an intersection the instant the light turns green. Another driver may be running a red light).
#11. Always check the “Blind Spots” before changing lanes.(There's plenty of proof that tells us our motor vehicle mirrors are not adequate).
#12. Leave enough space between yourself and the motor vehicle ahead of you. (When traveling or even when stopped).
#13. REPAIRING YOUR MOTOR VEHICLE PROPERTY DAMAGES. If and when you bring your motor vehicle to a repair shop, it’s important to keep in mind that different shops offer disparate damage appraisals. Because of this it’s always to your advantage to obtain several estimates prior to getting the damage repaired.
#14. REPAIRING YOUR PERSONAL INJURY DAMAGES. Your personal injury may not be apparent at the scene or perhaps it only becomes apparent at a later date. After you were involved in an accident you must see your physician. "Why?", you ask. The answer to that one is simple, "Because the physician may be able to identify injuries you’ve not yet noticed.
And so (no matter what others may say) be sure to visit your physician after ANY motor vehicle accident you've been involved in !
DISCLAIMER: The only purpose of this article "FOURTEEN SOLID MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT INSIGHTS” is to help people understand the motor vehicle accident claim process. Neither Dan Baldyga, Peter Go nor ARTICLE CITY make any guarantee of any kind whatsoever, NOR to substitute for a lawyer, an insurance adjuster, or claims consultant, or the like. Where such professional help is desired, it is THE INDIVIDUALS RESPONSIBILITY to obtain said services.
Dan Baldyga’s third and latest book AUTO ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY INSURANCE CLAIM (How To Evaluate And Settle Your Loss) can be found on the internet at http://www.caraccidentclaims.com or http://www.autoaccidentclaims.com. This book reveals “How To” handle your property damage claim so you won’t be taken advantage of. It also goes into detail regarding BASE (The Baldyga Auto Accident Settlement Evaluation Formula). THE BASE FORMULA explains how to determine the value of the “Pain and Suffering” you endured - - because of your personal injury!
Copyright (c) 2005 By Daniel B. Baldyga. All Rights Reserved.
Dan Baldyga - Author
dbpaw@comcast.net
FAX: 1 (413) 731 8358
AUTO ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY INSURANCE CLAIM
(How To Evaluate And Settle Your Loss)
http://www.autoaccidentclaims.com
Or: http://www.caraccidentclaims.com
Buying a Used Car
Choose the used car that is right for you.
Buying a car is the second most expensive purchase, after a house. It is therefore important to consider budget and the main purpose that you will put your car too. Are you going to use it for shopping trips and family outings or are you going to be out on the road alot. If youclock up lots of those gas guzzling miles every year a diesel engine car is worth considering Reliability and maintenance are also important considerations. Although, ultimately the make, the model and condition of car you purchase will be determined by your budget,therefore look at your needs, and see if your budget will allow for them. Also look at reliable consumer research periodicals, that have tested different makes and models of car for reliability, safety and cost of ownership.
It is advisable to do your homework first, whether buying from a car lot or a private seller, so you do not pay over the odds because you had no idea of the true value of what you have bought. This can be done quiet easily by looking through different magazines and other publications selling cars. cars of the same make and model should have a similar sale price.
If you are considering a used car ,then it is advisable to pay a small fee to get an inspection by a qualified person, this is money well spent to avoid any costly repairs afterwards. A well looked after car will have a service record, be diligent and check the service record thoroughly, get intouch with the garage that serviced the vehicle to make sure it is genuine. Also have 'hire purchase' check to make sure there are no outstanding payments left on the vehicle.
If you cannot get hold of qualified person to look the vehicle over for you, then there some very simple and basic checks you can make yourself. Look for rust on the bodywork and chips in the paintwork. Inside check the seats are not ripped or have excesive wear and tear, check to see the foot pedals and steering wheel are all consistent with milage and age of vehicle.
It is important that you take a test drive of the actuall car you are buying. test drive it properly and make sure the vehicle is safe, check to make sure the brakes work properly and are not worn or leaking any fluid. Finally think carefully before making the final decision, make sure it is logical and not impulsive.Ideally test drive a few different cars before handing your hard earned cash over. good luck.
Tuaso Koning is the administrator of FLX Car Car which is a comprehensive site containing replies to queries and content related to car. For questions or comments about this document, please visit: http://www.flxcar.com.
Buying a car is the second most expensive purchase, after a house. It is therefore important to consider budget and the main purpose that you will put your car too. Are you going to use it for shopping trips and family outings or are you going to be out on the road alot. If youclock up lots of those gas guzzling miles every year a diesel engine car is worth considering Reliability and maintenance are also important considerations. Although, ultimately the make, the model and condition of car you purchase will be determined by your budget,therefore look at your needs, and see if your budget will allow for them. Also look at reliable consumer research periodicals, that have tested different makes and models of car for reliability, safety and cost of ownership.
It is advisable to do your homework first, whether buying from a car lot or a private seller, so you do not pay over the odds because you had no idea of the true value of what you have bought. This can be done quiet easily by looking through different magazines and other publications selling cars. cars of the same make and model should have a similar sale price.
If you are considering a used car ,then it is advisable to pay a small fee to get an inspection by a qualified person, this is money well spent to avoid any costly repairs afterwards. A well looked after car will have a service record, be diligent and check the service record thoroughly, get intouch with the garage that serviced the vehicle to make sure it is genuine. Also have 'hire purchase' check to make sure there are no outstanding payments left on the vehicle.
If you cannot get hold of qualified person to look the vehicle over for you, then there some very simple and basic checks you can make yourself. Look for rust on the bodywork and chips in the paintwork. Inside check the seats are not ripped or have excesive wear and tear, check to see the foot pedals and steering wheel are all consistent with milage and age of vehicle.
It is important that you take a test drive of the actuall car you are buying. test drive it properly and make sure the vehicle is safe, check to make sure the brakes work properly and are not worn or leaking any fluid. Finally think carefully before making the final decision, make sure it is logical and not impulsive.Ideally test drive a few different cars before handing your hard earned cash over. good luck.
Tuaso Koning is the administrator of FLX Car Car which is a comprehensive site containing replies to queries and content related to car. For questions or comments about this document, please visit: http://www.flxcar.com.
Aluminum Casting Technologies
by: Alexander Xiavier
Aluminum Casting Technologies and Cost effectiveness
Aluminum is the established metal of choice for the production of light weight components in the automotive, aerospace and transport industries. Casting liquid aluminum alloys into metal moulds using processes such as gravity, low pressure and high pressure die casting is a cost effective means of producing complex shapes that require minimal machining. Australia's automotive industry supports a strong local aluminum die casting industry, producing parts that include automotive transmission housings, cylinder heads, inlet manifolds and engine sumps.(Ref:www.reform.co.in)
Growth in world automotive markets for aluminium die cast components is creating significant opportunities and challenges for the Australian industry, which is positioning itself as a global player. Through partnerships between our research organisations and key automotive participants such as Nissan and Ford, CAST has developed innovative and novel technologies that have benefited our partner's productivity. In turn, these technologies have created IP that is poised on the verge of commercialisation. An example featured is CASTcoat a project that began as postgraduate research at CSIRO and The University of Queensland. It was developed further under CAST project funding at CSIRO with industrial trials at Nissan, Ford, Merne Products, Castalloy and others. Now it is a provisionally patented technology. (Ref:www.reform.co.in)
Cycle Time Reduction
Automated Fault Detection in Aluminium Die Casting
Modelling of Fluid Flow Inside a Die Cavity Using Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics
Tailoring of CAST’s New Die Coat for LPDC and GDC
Integrated Gravity Die Design Methodology
Improved Quality Aluminium Automotive Castings
Reduction in Metal Pressure in the HPDC Process
Cycle Time Reduction
To increase productivity of high pressure die casting by reducing casting machine cycle time by 30%.
More than a 20% reduction in cycle time has been achieved and implemented on selected parts at two industry partner plants. The project has involved identification of opportunities to reduce the process cycle time, performing research to prove the concept and then carrying out the actual trial to prove the theoretical findings. This necessitated the involvement of shopfloor staff in order to implement changes to the process. Such trials are often in conflict with the day to day production of parts and only through true cooperation has it been possible to achieve the project objectives.
The third year of this project has shown the development of true cooperation between researchers and industrial partners where the latest research findings obtained through modelling and simulation have been implemented on the shopfloor with the help and support of staff from Ford and Nissan. The changes, once trialed during a production period, have been implemented as part of the process, hence providing ongoing cost benefits through a reduction in the time required to produce each component.
An example of implementation is a reduction in cycle time at Nissan on a gearbox side cover produced in a twin cavity die that has shown successful production results over many months from an original cycle time of 75 seconds down to 60 seconds. Whilst research at Ford on a converter housing casting has shown successful implementation of cycle time reduction from 90 seconds to 74 seconds.
In future work we will look for further opportunities with current stakeholders and the die casting industry in general, to implement the horizontal deployment of cycle time reduction across other machines and parts.
Automated Fault Detection in Aluminium Die Casting
To develop and implement an automatic fault detection system for surface and sub-surface defects.
A fully automated fault detection machine called CASTvision has been developed and a prototype system is ready for extended in-plant on-line trials. This project is in its third year and exciting results are now emerging. The results from the algorithm, which was designed and developed during the second year of the project, have been put to the test this year. Through prototyping, the CAST team have designed and developed a working system, CASTvision. For Ford's converter housing casting the off-line system can detect and discriminate between defective and good parts. The prototype system is capable of identifying blocked holes on any of the holes on this complex casting. Off-line systems have also been developed where hot tears and cold shuts can be detected on Ford's structural sump casting.
Work at Nissan on their pump cover casting has resulted in a CASTvision prototype system for in-line fault detection. The system is able to capture images and identify certain categories of defects on the surface of the part. This project has demonstrated that advances in machine vision applied to fault detection of aluminium castings can be taken from the concept stage through to a working prototype very successfully. The next step for this project is to take the concepts from single part to multi part systems able to handle more complex shapes and surfaces. This outcome will be a strong candidate for future commercialisation.
Modelling of Fluid Flow Inside a Die Cavity Using Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics
To develop a simulation technique to assist industry in design and optimisation of dies and products.
This year has seen extensive developments in the Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) code along with testing undertaken to improve the robustness and speed of modelling. Enhancements were also made to the visualisation techniques used to display results from SPH's three dimensional (3D) simulation results. 3D SPH isothermal simulations and animations of parts from Nissan and Metaldyne showing complex filling patterns were completed. Observations by staff at Nissan Casting of the casting's filling pattern during production were consistent with the SPH modelling predictions.
Water analogue images from a clear perspex model of a servo piston die casting part and digitised short shots of an aluminium casting were completed for validation with flow predictions from SPH. The validation process and further computational speed improvements will be completed next year. Further developments of the SPH code particularly in the areas of heat transfer, solidification, surface oxide prediction, robustness and speed are planned in future work.
Tailoring of reform's New Die Coat for LPDC and GDC
To commercialise the die coat technology for low pressure and gravity die casting and further improve die coat properties.
Industrial trials were carried out successfully in several low pressure and gravity die casting plants. Its performance was enhanced in low draft angle areas of the die by application of a sealer. Two provisional patents covering inventions related to reform.com have been lodged.
Integrated Gravity Die Design Methodology
To develop an integrated die design methodology for gravity die casting that can achieve optimal die filling, optimal feeding and yield, and dimensional stability.
A new design of feeders to address the root cause of shrinkage porosity defects in an inlet manifold casting was implemented on a customer's die and resulted in excellent outcomes. A study was completed on the use of "squeeze pins" to reduce or eliminate shrinkage defects in a gravity test die. The squeeze pin technique demonstrated that surface shrinkage can be effectively eliminated and associated internal micro shrinkage can be significantly reduced in the locations tried. The squeeze pin concept was extended to include application as a mechanical squeeze/shear gate to reduce fettling requirement. The mechanism implemented on a test die allowed the shearing of the gate before full solidification, with adjustment to produce variable gate widths.
The final part of the methodology to be developed is optimal die filling through variable tilt pouring from a ladle. To ensure smooth flow, the variable tilting motion can be programmed to match the filling rate with changes in the instantaneous flow area. Flow evaluation is done by real time X-ray radiography on a test die. The effect of die geometry, especially wall thickness, on die distortion will be investigated using computer simulation that models thermal stresses in casting cycles.
Improved Quality Aluminium Automotive Castings
To improve the overall performance of low pressure die casting operations by implementing improved tools in design and process control to reduce casting defects.
Successful development of appropriate tooling design and process control has been achieved for the low pressure die casting (LPDC) process to cast small automotive components. A multi-cavity die design was selected and optimised by solidification simulation. Several dies of this design are being used to produce high-volume, high-integrity parts. Casting parameters were also investigated to improve the casting quality and reduce the cycle time. Die trials were conducted on an LPDC research die to investigate the effect of casting geometry and process parameters on shrinkage defects in castings having several fundamental features of cylinder heads. The die trial successfully produced castings with shrinkage defects in one particular area sandwiched in the sand core, as predicted. Analysis of castings made on the LPDC pseudo-cylinder head research die will be completed to establish relationships between porosity defects and process parameters.
Reduction in Metal Pressure in the HPDC Process
To investigate the role of metal pressure on the production of quality parts in high pressure die casting.
In the final six months of this project, effort was focused on innovative technologies. One such technology was designed to absorb impact pressure spikes that cause detrimental flashing and the other technology involved revamping the hydraulics of ageing die casting machines to improve product quality. A novel shock absorbing technology was developed that utilised existing casting overflows. Die casting trials at CSIRO confirmed the effectiveness of this technology in absorbing impact pressure shocks upon cavity filling. Through in-plant trials at Nissan Casting Plant the limits of hydraulic valve timing and circuit functioning were confirmed. A proposal for a revamp to improve intensification pressure response was put forward. The project concluded in December 2001. Ford Australia may adopt the reduced pressure operating parameters for the production of their new Barra model engine sumps later in 2002.
Alexander Xiavier
We are promoting Technology to entire world community.
gurugantal2000@yahoo.com
Aluminum Casting Technologies and Cost effectiveness
Aluminum is the established metal of choice for the production of light weight components in the automotive, aerospace and transport industries. Casting liquid aluminum alloys into metal moulds using processes such as gravity, low pressure and high pressure die casting is a cost effective means of producing complex shapes that require minimal machining. Australia's automotive industry supports a strong local aluminum die casting industry, producing parts that include automotive transmission housings, cylinder heads, inlet manifolds and engine sumps.(Ref:www.reform.co.in)
Growth in world automotive markets for aluminium die cast components is creating significant opportunities and challenges for the Australian industry, which is positioning itself as a global player. Through partnerships between our research organisations and key automotive participants such as Nissan and Ford, CAST has developed innovative and novel technologies that have benefited our partner's productivity. In turn, these technologies have created IP that is poised on the verge of commercialisation. An example featured is CASTcoat a project that began as postgraduate research at CSIRO and The University of Queensland. It was developed further under CAST project funding at CSIRO with industrial trials at Nissan, Ford, Merne Products, Castalloy and others. Now it is a provisionally patented technology. (Ref:www.reform.co.in)
Cycle Time Reduction
Automated Fault Detection in Aluminium Die Casting
Modelling of Fluid Flow Inside a Die Cavity Using Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics
Tailoring of CAST’s New Die Coat for LPDC and GDC
Integrated Gravity Die Design Methodology
Improved Quality Aluminium Automotive Castings
Reduction in Metal Pressure in the HPDC Process
Cycle Time Reduction
To increase productivity of high pressure die casting by reducing casting machine cycle time by 30%.
More than a 20% reduction in cycle time has been achieved and implemented on selected parts at two industry partner plants. The project has involved identification of opportunities to reduce the process cycle time, performing research to prove the concept and then carrying out the actual trial to prove the theoretical findings. This necessitated the involvement of shopfloor staff in order to implement changes to the process. Such trials are often in conflict with the day to day production of parts and only through true cooperation has it been possible to achieve the project objectives.
The third year of this project has shown the development of true cooperation between researchers and industrial partners where the latest research findings obtained through modelling and simulation have been implemented on the shopfloor with the help and support of staff from Ford and Nissan. The changes, once trialed during a production period, have been implemented as part of the process, hence providing ongoing cost benefits through a reduction in the time required to produce each component.
An example of implementation is a reduction in cycle time at Nissan on a gearbox side cover produced in a twin cavity die that has shown successful production results over many months from an original cycle time of 75 seconds down to 60 seconds. Whilst research at Ford on a converter housing casting has shown successful implementation of cycle time reduction from 90 seconds to 74 seconds.
In future work we will look for further opportunities with current stakeholders and the die casting industry in general, to implement the horizontal deployment of cycle time reduction across other machines and parts.
Automated Fault Detection in Aluminium Die Casting
To develop and implement an automatic fault detection system for surface and sub-surface defects.
A fully automated fault detection machine called CASTvision has been developed and a prototype system is ready for extended in-plant on-line trials. This project is in its third year and exciting results are now emerging. The results from the algorithm, which was designed and developed during the second year of the project, have been put to the test this year. Through prototyping, the CAST team have designed and developed a working system, CASTvision. For Ford's converter housing casting the off-line system can detect and discriminate between defective and good parts. The prototype system is capable of identifying blocked holes on any of the holes on this complex casting. Off-line systems have also been developed where hot tears and cold shuts can be detected on Ford's structural sump casting.
Work at Nissan on their pump cover casting has resulted in a CASTvision prototype system for in-line fault detection. The system is able to capture images and identify certain categories of defects on the surface of the part. This project has demonstrated that advances in machine vision applied to fault detection of aluminium castings can be taken from the concept stage through to a working prototype very successfully. The next step for this project is to take the concepts from single part to multi part systems able to handle more complex shapes and surfaces. This outcome will be a strong candidate for future commercialisation.
Modelling of Fluid Flow Inside a Die Cavity Using Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics
To develop a simulation technique to assist industry in design and optimisation of dies and products.
This year has seen extensive developments in the Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) code along with testing undertaken to improve the robustness and speed of modelling. Enhancements were also made to the visualisation techniques used to display results from SPH's three dimensional (3D) simulation results. 3D SPH isothermal simulations and animations of parts from Nissan and Metaldyne showing complex filling patterns were completed. Observations by staff at Nissan Casting of the casting's filling pattern during production were consistent with the SPH modelling predictions.
Water analogue images from a clear perspex model of a servo piston die casting part and digitised short shots of an aluminium casting were completed for validation with flow predictions from SPH. The validation process and further computational speed improvements will be completed next year. Further developments of the SPH code particularly in the areas of heat transfer, solidification, surface oxide prediction, robustness and speed are planned in future work.
Tailoring of reform's New Die Coat for LPDC and GDC
To commercialise the die coat technology for low pressure and gravity die casting and further improve die coat properties.
Industrial trials were carried out successfully in several low pressure and gravity die casting plants. Its performance was enhanced in low draft angle areas of the die by application of a sealer. Two provisional patents covering inventions related to reform.com have been lodged.
Integrated Gravity Die Design Methodology
To develop an integrated die design methodology for gravity die casting that can achieve optimal die filling, optimal feeding and yield, and dimensional stability.
A new design of feeders to address the root cause of shrinkage porosity defects in an inlet manifold casting was implemented on a customer's die and resulted in excellent outcomes. A study was completed on the use of "squeeze pins" to reduce or eliminate shrinkage defects in a gravity test die. The squeeze pin technique demonstrated that surface shrinkage can be effectively eliminated and associated internal micro shrinkage can be significantly reduced in the locations tried. The squeeze pin concept was extended to include application as a mechanical squeeze/shear gate to reduce fettling requirement. The mechanism implemented on a test die allowed the shearing of the gate before full solidification, with adjustment to produce variable gate widths.
The final part of the methodology to be developed is optimal die filling through variable tilt pouring from a ladle. To ensure smooth flow, the variable tilting motion can be programmed to match the filling rate with changes in the instantaneous flow area. Flow evaluation is done by real time X-ray radiography on a test die. The effect of die geometry, especially wall thickness, on die distortion will be investigated using computer simulation that models thermal stresses in casting cycles.
Improved Quality Aluminium Automotive Castings
To improve the overall performance of low pressure die casting operations by implementing improved tools in design and process control to reduce casting defects.
Successful development of appropriate tooling design and process control has been achieved for the low pressure die casting (LPDC) process to cast small automotive components. A multi-cavity die design was selected and optimised by solidification simulation. Several dies of this design are being used to produce high-volume, high-integrity parts. Casting parameters were also investigated to improve the casting quality and reduce the cycle time. Die trials were conducted on an LPDC research die to investigate the effect of casting geometry and process parameters on shrinkage defects in castings having several fundamental features of cylinder heads. The die trial successfully produced castings with shrinkage defects in one particular area sandwiched in the sand core, as predicted. Analysis of castings made on the LPDC pseudo-cylinder head research die will be completed to establish relationships between porosity defects and process parameters.
Reduction in Metal Pressure in the HPDC Process
To investigate the role of metal pressure on the production of quality parts in high pressure die casting.
In the final six months of this project, effort was focused on innovative technologies. One such technology was designed to absorb impact pressure spikes that cause detrimental flashing and the other technology involved revamping the hydraulics of ageing die casting machines to improve product quality. A novel shock absorbing technology was developed that utilised existing casting overflows. Die casting trials at CSIRO confirmed the effectiveness of this technology in absorbing impact pressure shocks upon cavity filling. Through in-plant trials at Nissan Casting Plant the limits of hydraulic valve timing and circuit functioning were confirmed. A proposal for a revamp to improve intensification pressure response was put forward. The project concluded in December 2001. Ford Australia may adopt the reduced pressure operating parameters for the production of their new Barra model engine sumps later in 2002.
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Replacement Parts To Improve Your Honda's Performance Available at the Leading Online Parts Dealer
A car is like a human being; there are several systems that work together in order for it to move. One of the systems in an automobile that resembles that of a human being is the exhaust system. This system allows the car to exhale the air it had inhaled and consumed. Cars, however, breathes in and exhales air mechanically; thus, once a part in the system is damaged, it can be easily replaced with an upgraded unit and so the system can continue to function.
Replacing a part or adding aftermarket parts to domestic and import cars has never been easier than replacing or adding them nowadays with the existence of thousands of auto parts stores catering to various needs of auto users. The easiest way to purchase them today is through online stores. The country's leading online auto parts dealer, Auto Parts Online, now features thousands of superior quality engine parts and exhaust system parts, including those for Honda. These auto parts can help your engine respire more efficiently and thus, perform better.
What actually happens in your Honda engine parts is almost the same as what happens in other cars' engine. The pistons inside the cylinder move up and down and those four movements make up the combustion cycle. But before this, engine must receive enough amount of air to be burned with fuel. One way of improving your Honda engine's performance is to allow cleaner air to enter the engine. You can do this by cleaning or replacing worn out air filter. Likewise, the way the air and fuel are drawn and pumped into the engine is vital to the engine's maximum power output; thus, other auto parts such as the fuel pump, the fuel injection and fuel lines must be checked for any sign of defect. Replacing seriously damaged parts is imperative.
It is equally important for the engine parts to be functioning in excellent condition—from the cylinder head to the crankshaft, the valvetrain, the pistons and the piston rings. No matter how small these parts are, they significantly affect the way the engine burns the air-fuel mixture. Find these parts at Auto Parts Online. Here you can find Honda engine parts at their best, plus great Auto Parts Discount deals to complete your shopping satisfaction.
Also available at great Auto Parts Discount deals are exhaust system parts for Honda. Combustion cycle doesn't stop at the compression stage wherein the air and fuel mixture is prepared for ignition. After the spark plug has fired and ignited the mixture, excess gases are pushed by the piston out of the cylinder towards the exhaust system.
You might think that the mere functions of the exhaust system are to remove and clean excess gas from the engine, but the way it does these can significantly affect the engine’s performance. The more exhaust gasses this system is able to remove from the engine, the more it is helping the engine fit in more air and fuel for another combustion process. So for a more efficient exhaustion, you can replace your Honda exhaust manifold with a high-flow exhaust manifold or header. Also, you can shift to a more efficient high-flow designed Honda Catalytic Converter. Get the finest quality products to ensure your maximum satisfaction, get these at your most trusted Auto Parts Store, Auto Parts Online.
Jenny McLane
Get the finest quality products to ensure your maximum satisfaction, get these at your most trusted Auto Parts Store, Auto Parts Online.
jenny@partstrain.com
Replacing a part or adding aftermarket parts to domestic and import cars has never been easier than replacing or adding them nowadays with the existence of thousands of auto parts stores catering to various needs of auto users. The easiest way to purchase them today is through online stores. The country's leading online auto parts dealer, Auto Parts Online, now features thousands of superior quality engine parts and exhaust system parts, including those for Honda. These auto parts can help your engine respire more efficiently and thus, perform better.
What actually happens in your Honda engine parts is almost the same as what happens in other cars' engine. The pistons inside the cylinder move up and down and those four movements make up the combustion cycle. But before this, engine must receive enough amount of air to be burned with fuel. One way of improving your Honda engine's performance is to allow cleaner air to enter the engine. You can do this by cleaning or replacing worn out air filter. Likewise, the way the air and fuel are drawn and pumped into the engine is vital to the engine's maximum power output; thus, other auto parts such as the fuel pump, the fuel injection and fuel lines must be checked for any sign of defect. Replacing seriously damaged parts is imperative.
It is equally important for the engine parts to be functioning in excellent condition—from the cylinder head to the crankshaft, the valvetrain, the pistons and the piston rings. No matter how small these parts are, they significantly affect the way the engine burns the air-fuel mixture. Find these parts at Auto Parts Online. Here you can find Honda engine parts at their best, plus great Auto Parts Discount deals to complete your shopping satisfaction.
Also available at great Auto Parts Discount deals are exhaust system parts for Honda. Combustion cycle doesn't stop at the compression stage wherein the air and fuel mixture is prepared for ignition. After the spark plug has fired and ignited the mixture, excess gases are pushed by the piston out of the cylinder towards the exhaust system.
You might think that the mere functions of the exhaust system are to remove and clean excess gas from the engine, but the way it does these can significantly affect the engine’s performance. The more exhaust gasses this system is able to remove from the engine, the more it is helping the engine fit in more air and fuel for another combustion process. So for a more efficient exhaustion, you can replace your Honda exhaust manifold with a high-flow exhaust manifold or header. Also, you can shift to a more efficient high-flow designed Honda Catalytic Converter. Get the finest quality products to ensure your maximum satisfaction, get these at your most trusted Auto Parts Store, Auto Parts Online.
Jenny McLane
Get the finest quality products to ensure your maximum satisfaction, get these at your most trusted Auto Parts Store, Auto Parts Online.
jenny@partstrain.com
The Sales Traps That Every Car Dealer Uses To Suck Money Right Out Of Your Wallet
There are two components to any good advertisement or sales pitch: an emotional appeal and a rational appeal. A good advertisement or sales pitch plays to both.
Here’s an example: let’s say your child can’t read very well, and you’re considering buying one of the many reading programs available. Check out an ad for any of them, and you’ll find they can be boiled down to two basic premises:
Your child can improve their reading skills. (That’s the rational appeal – he or she will do better in school, better in life, etc.) You need your child to read better. (That’s the emotional appeal – you’re the parent, it’s your role in life to raise your children well, if you don’t you’ve failed them….)
Most car dealers, once you’re in the showroom, will play on your emotions to help make the sale. (Sure, they’ll discuss fuel mileage and safety ratings… but if you think about it, most cars are very similar in terms of performance.
Styling varies a lot… but styling appeals to your emotions, not to your rational side.) To play on your emotions, they’ll often say things like:
“We only have two of these left – I can’t believe how fast they’ve gone.”
“The sale ends this Sunday… you better act now.”
“We have special factory prices… but just for this week.”
And my favorite: “If I sell one more car this month I’m over my quota – so I’ll do anything to get you the best price.”
What the dealer is doing is simple: by creating a sense of urgency they’re making you afraid you’ll miss out on a great deal, or a special price… or even make you worry that if you don’t act now all the cars will be gone.
Just keep this in mind: in 2004 alone over 15 million cars were sold in the US – there are always plenty of cars for you to choose from.
So how do you keep from falling prey to emotional sales tactics? Take away their edge. Educate yourself about the vehicle you would like to purchase and then make your decision before you buy a car. This will eliminate any emotional buying decisions and save you money.
Gus Skarlis is a former car dealer and founder of Before You Buy A Car. His Book "10 Things You Must Do Before You Even Think About Buying A Vehicle" has helped thousands of consumers save money and time when purchasing a vehicle. This FREE resource takes you step by step through the car buying process. The site is located at: http://www.BeforeYouBuyACar.com.
Here’s an example: let’s say your child can’t read very well, and you’re considering buying one of the many reading programs available. Check out an ad for any of them, and you’ll find they can be boiled down to two basic premises:
Your child can improve their reading skills. (That’s the rational appeal – he or she will do better in school, better in life, etc.) You need your child to read better. (That’s the emotional appeal – you’re the parent, it’s your role in life to raise your children well, if you don’t you’ve failed them….)
Most car dealers, once you’re in the showroom, will play on your emotions to help make the sale. (Sure, they’ll discuss fuel mileage and safety ratings… but if you think about it, most cars are very similar in terms of performance.
Styling varies a lot… but styling appeals to your emotions, not to your rational side.) To play on your emotions, they’ll often say things like:
“We only have two of these left – I can’t believe how fast they’ve gone.”
“The sale ends this Sunday… you better act now.”
“We have special factory prices… but just for this week.”
And my favorite: “If I sell one more car this month I’m over my quota – so I’ll do anything to get you the best price.”
What the dealer is doing is simple: by creating a sense of urgency they’re making you afraid you’ll miss out on a great deal, or a special price… or even make you worry that if you don’t act now all the cars will be gone.
Just keep this in mind: in 2004 alone over 15 million cars were sold in the US – there are always plenty of cars for you to choose from.
So how do you keep from falling prey to emotional sales tactics? Take away their edge. Educate yourself about the vehicle you would like to purchase and then make your decision before you buy a car. This will eliminate any emotional buying decisions and save you money.
Gus Skarlis is a former car dealer and founder of Before You Buy A Car. His Book "10 Things You Must Do Before You Even Think About Buying A Vehicle" has helped thousands of consumers save money and time when purchasing a vehicle. This FREE resource takes you step by step through the car buying process. The site is located at: http://www.BeforeYouBuyACar.com.
Parts to Perk Up Your Ford Vehicle Offered at the Leading Ford Parts Store
For sure, your Ford car, truck, minivan or SUV is something special to you, whether it's a new or old Ford model. You take care of it; you preserve it in the same way as you take care of yourself. Likewise you want it to be unique, extra special and different from the rest of the cars on the road. Achieving a distinct look and character for your Ford is easy nowadays with the thousands of auto parts stores online specializing on selling Ford Parts Used and new.
There’s one store that provides you with exquisite Ford Parts Discount deals and a great variety of replacement parts and accessories for virtually all Ford models, Ford Parts Online. Aftermarket and replacement Ford auto parts available here provide great possibilities of upgrading, customizing and restyling your old and even new Ford auto. You can find here all new replacement Ford F150 Pickup Parts, Ford Ranger Parts and Ford Explorer Parts. Likewise, Ford Mustang Parts and Ford Pinto parts are readily available.
No matter how good your Ford vehicle is, you can always make it better and this is why stores like Ford Parts Online provide you with great selection of auto parts so you can find the right parts that you need to improve your vehicle’s driving abilities, exterior looks, safety, comfort and convenience features.
Among the auto parts you can replace to restyle your car are the Ford Bronco Bumper (Front), Ford Focus Grille, Ford Ranger Mirror and Ford Mustang Lights. Auto lights offered in this store include Ford altezza lights, Ford front lights, and Ford rear lights. By replacing these parts or by adding auxiliary lights, mirrors and a grille, for example, you are making your car unique and a lot more fun to drive. Moreover, these auto parts are essentially helpful in keeping you safe as you drive.
The Ford Expedition Bumper is the part of your car that absorbs the impact of a collision by redirecting the force into the frame rails; hence, damages to the car and the occupants are avoided or reduced. Ford Escape Lights are also very important safety parts in your car as they keep your vehicle visible as you drive it down the road or park it. Lights also provide illumination for you to drive by and give a signal as you turn, stop, back up or move to another lane.
Also available in the store are high performance Ford F150 Pickup Engine Parts, which you can use to upgrade your Ford’s performance. Also, these auto parts can help improve your Ford’s fuel economy as they make possible more efficient burning of the air and fuel mixture inside the engine.
You can complement all these Ford parts with some interior accessories available in many aftermarket parts dealers. MFor sure, your Ford car, truck, minivan or SUV is something special to you, whether it's a new or old Ford model. You take care of it; you preserve it in the same way as you take care of yourself. Likewise you want it to be unique, extra special and different from the rest of the cars on the road. Achieving a distinct look and character for your Ford is easy nowadays with the thousands of auto parts stores online specializing on selling Ford Parts Used and new.
There’s one store that provides you with exquisite Ford Parts Discount deals and a great variety of replacement parts and accessories for virtually all Ford models, Ford Parts Online. Aftermarket and replacement Ford auto parts available here provide great possibilities of upgrading, customizing and restyling your old and even new Ford auto. You can find here all new replacement Ford F150 Pickup Parts, Ford Ranger Parts and Ford Explorer Parts. Likewise, Ford Mustang Parts and Ford Pinto parts are readily available.
No matter how good your Ford vehicle is, you can always make it better and this is why stores like Ford Parts Online provide you with great selection of auto parts so you can find the right parts that you need to improve your vehicle’s driving abilities, exterior looks, safety, comfort and convenience features.
Among the auto parts you can replace to restyle your car are the Ford Bronco Bumper (Front), Ford Focus Grille, Ford Ranger Mirror and Ford Mustang Lights. Auto lights offered in this store include Ford altezza lights, Ford front lights, and Ford rear lights. By replacing these parts or by adding auxiliary lights, mirrors and a grille, for example, you are making your car unique and a lot more fun to drive. Moreover, these auto parts are essentially helpful in keeping you safe as you drive.
The Ford Expedition Bumper is the part of your car that absorbs the impact of a collision by redirecting the force into the frame rails; hence, damages to the car and the occupants are avoided or reduced. Ford Escape Lights are also very important safety parts in your car as they keep your vehicle visible as you drive it down the road or park it. Lights also provide illumination for you to drive by and give a signal as you turn, stop, back up or move to another lane.
Also available in the store are high performance Ford F150 Pickup Engine Parts, which you can use to upgrade your Ford’s performance. Also, these auto parts can help improve your Ford’s fuel economy as they make possible more efficient burning of the air and fuel mixture inside the engine.
You can complement all these Ford parts with some interior accessories available in many aftermarket parts dealers. Meanwhile, drop by Ford Parts Online and see the wide array of premium quality replacement auto parts for Ford. Great Ford Parts Discount deals are waiting for you on almost all products. It’s surprisingly easy, fast and affordable to make your Ford a lot more exciting to drive here at the country’s leading Ford parts dealer.eanwhile, drop by Ford Parts Online and see the wide array of premium quality replacement auto parts for Ford. Great Ford Parts Discount deals are waiting for you on almost all products. It’s surprisingly easy, fast and affordable to make your Ford a lot more exciting to drive here at the country’s leading Ford parts dealer.
Chuck Smith
Aftermarket and replacement Ford auto parts available here provide great possibilities of upgrading, customizing and restyling your old and even new Ford auto. Great Ford Parts Discount deals are waiting for you on almost all products. It’s surprisingly easy, fast and affordable to make your Ford a lot more exciting to drive here at the country’s leading Ford parts dealer.
chuck@americanbodyparts.com
There’s one store that provides you with exquisite Ford Parts Discount deals and a great variety of replacement parts and accessories for virtually all Ford models, Ford Parts Online. Aftermarket and replacement Ford auto parts available here provide great possibilities of upgrading, customizing and restyling your old and even new Ford auto. You can find here all new replacement Ford F150 Pickup Parts, Ford Ranger Parts and Ford Explorer Parts. Likewise, Ford Mustang Parts and Ford Pinto parts are readily available.
No matter how good your Ford vehicle is, you can always make it better and this is why stores like Ford Parts Online provide you with great selection of auto parts so you can find the right parts that you need to improve your vehicle’s driving abilities, exterior looks, safety, comfort and convenience features.
Among the auto parts you can replace to restyle your car are the Ford Bronco Bumper (Front), Ford Focus Grille, Ford Ranger Mirror and Ford Mustang Lights. Auto lights offered in this store include Ford altezza lights, Ford front lights, and Ford rear lights. By replacing these parts or by adding auxiliary lights, mirrors and a grille, for example, you are making your car unique and a lot more fun to drive. Moreover, these auto parts are essentially helpful in keeping you safe as you drive.
The Ford Expedition Bumper is the part of your car that absorbs the impact of a collision by redirecting the force into the frame rails; hence, damages to the car and the occupants are avoided or reduced. Ford Escape Lights are also very important safety parts in your car as they keep your vehicle visible as you drive it down the road or park it. Lights also provide illumination for you to drive by and give a signal as you turn, stop, back up or move to another lane.
Also available in the store are high performance Ford F150 Pickup Engine Parts, which you can use to upgrade your Ford’s performance. Also, these auto parts can help improve your Ford’s fuel economy as they make possible more efficient burning of the air and fuel mixture inside the engine.
You can complement all these Ford parts with some interior accessories available in many aftermarket parts dealers. MFor sure, your Ford car, truck, minivan or SUV is something special to you, whether it's a new or old Ford model. You take care of it; you preserve it in the same way as you take care of yourself. Likewise you want it to be unique, extra special and different from the rest of the cars on the road. Achieving a distinct look and character for your Ford is easy nowadays with the thousands of auto parts stores online specializing on selling Ford Parts Used and new.
There’s one store that provides you with exquisite Ford Parts Discount deals and a great variety of replacement parts and accessories for virtually all Ford models, Ford Parts Online. Aftermarket and replacement Ford auto parts available here provide great possibilities of upgrading, customizing and restyling your old and even new Ford auto. You can find here all new replacement Ford F150 Pickup Parts, Ford Ranger Parts and Ford Explorer Parts. Likewise, Ford Mustang Parts and Ford Pinto parts are readily available.
No matter how good your Ford vehicle is, you can always make it better and this is why stores like Ford Parts Online provide you with great selection of auto parts so you can find the right parts that you need to improve your vehicle’s driving abilities, exterior looks, safety, comfort and convenience features.
Among the auto parts you can replace to restyle your car are the Ford Bronco Bumper (Front), Ford Focus Grille, Ford Ranger Mirror and Ford Mustang Lights. Auto lights offered in this store include Ford altezza lights, Ford front lights, and Ford rear lights. By replacing these parts or by adding auxiliary lights, mirrors and a grille, for example, you are making your car unique and a lot more fun to drive. Moreover, these auto parts are essentially helpful in keeping you safe as you drive.
The Ford Expedition Bumper is the part of your car that absorbs the impact of a collision by redirecting the force into the frame rails; hence, damages to the car and the occupants are avoided or reduced. Ford Escape Lights are also very important safety parts in your car as they keep your vehicle visible as you drive it down the road or park it. Lights also provide illumination for you to drive by and give a signal as you turn, stop, back up or move to another lane.
Also available in the store are high performance Ford F150 Pickup Engine Parts, which you can use to upgrade your Ford’s performance. Also, these auto parts can help improve your Ford’s fuel economy as they make possible more efficient burning of the air and fuel mixture inside the engine.
You can complement all these Ford parts with some interior accessories available in many aftermarket parts dealers. Meanwhile, drop by Ford Parts Online and see the wide array of premium quality replacement auto parts for Ford. Great Ford Parts Discount deals are waiting for you on almost all products. It’s surprisingly easy, fast and affordable to make your Ford a lot more exciting to drive here at the country’s leading Ford parts dealer.eanwhile, drop by Ford Parts Online and see the wide array of premium quality replacement auto parts for Ford. Great Ford Parts Discount deals are waiting for you on almost all products. It’s surprisingly easy, fast and affordable to make your Ford a lot more exciting to drive here at the country’s leading Ford parts dealer.
Chuck Smith
Aftermarket and replacement Ford auto parts available here provide great possibilities of upgrading, customizing and restyling your old and even new Ford auto. Great Ford Parts Discount deals are waiting for you on almost all products. It’s surprisingly easy, fast and affordable to make your Ford a lot more exciting to drive here at the country’s leading Ford parts dealer.
chuck@americanbodyparts.com
History Of Porsche
The history of Porsche began in 1948, June 8th to be exact. That is when the first two seater 356 was produced. There were 51 hand built Porsche 356/2 automobiles built in Austria. This model had a 40 hp 1.1 liter center engine.
The Porsche 911 rear engine automobile was introduced in 1963. It has been one of the biggest selling sports cars in the world. Over one million have been sold.
Porsche has a new offering for the sports car enthusiast in 2006. Positioned between the Boxster S and 911 Carrera, and marketed as an alternative to the BMW Z4 and the Mercedes SLK, the Cayman S is to start appearing in showrooms in January 2006 and will carry a price tag of $58,900.00. Porsche is only offering this hot-rod Cayman S and will not say when they will offer an entry level model.
The Cayman S is a two seater modified version of the Boxster convertible. The Cayman has a 295 hp 3.4 liter six cylinder mid-engine that goes from 0-60 mph in an impressive 5.1 seconds. Similar to the Boxster S, the Cayman S has a precise six speed manual gearbox with a double inertia flywheel and hydraulic clutch and power rear wheels. The Porsche Active Suspension Management is an electronic damping control system that is an option on the Cayman S. Switched on this system assures a smooth ride and it improves stability and grip for sharper steering responses.
Inside the Cayman S offers an on-board computer system with continuous indication of mileage, time and speed, automatic climate control, digital radio with in dash CD and a 7 speaker Bose Surround Sound System.
Porsche expects the new Cayman S to attract the upwardly mobile market. The company expects that Cayman buyers will be customers moving up from the Porsche Boxster.
Jeff Slokum
This article courtesy of http://www.fastercars.net.
The Porsche 911 rear engine automobile was introduced in 1963. It has been one of the biggest selling sports cars in the world. Over one million have been sold.
Porsche has a new offering for the sports car enthusiast in 2006. Positioned between the Boxster S and 911 Carrera, and marketed as an alternative to the BMW Z4 and the Mercedes SLK, the Cayman S is to start appearing in showrooms in January 2006 and will carry a price tag of $58,900.00. Porsche is only offering this hot-rod Cayman S and will not say when they will offer an entry level model.
The Cayman S is a two seater modified version of the Boxster convertible. The Cayman has a 295 hp 3.4 liter six cylinder mid-engine that goes from 0-60 mph in an impressive 5.1 seconds. Similar to the Boxster S, the Cayman S has a precise six speed manual gearbox with a double inertia flywheel and hydraulic clutch and power rear wheels. The Porsche Active Suspension Management is an electronic damping control system that is an option on the Cayman S. Switched on this system assures a smooth ride and it improves stability and grip for sharper steering responses.
Inside the Cayman S offers an on-board computer system with continuous indication of mileage, time and speed, automatic climate control, digital radio with in dash CD and a 7 speaker Bose Surround Sound System.
Porsche expects the new Cayman S to attract the upwardly mobile market. The company expects that Cayman buyers will be customers moving up from the Porsche Boxster.
Jeff Slokum
This article courtesy of http://www.fastercars.net.
Understanding the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act
The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act is basically just the federal law that governs and monitors consumer product warranties. This was passed by Congress in 1975, and requires manufacturers and sellers of consumer products to provide their customers with a lot of detailed information about their warranty coverage.
Also, it is worth noting that this Act affects both the rights of consumers and the obligations of warrantors that are offering written warranties.
To understand the Act, it is probably best that the consumer be aware of Congress' intentions when they first passed it.
First of all, Congress wanted to make sure that consumers could get complete information about warranty terms and conditions up front and in their truest form. By providing people with a way of learning what warranty coverage is offered on a product before they buy, the Act actually gives them a way to know exactly what they should expect if something goes wrong, and it also goes a long way in increasing customer satisfaction.
Secondly, Congress wanted to make sure that people could compare warranty coverages before buying their cars because in doing this, consumers can choose a product that has the best combination of price, features, and warranty coverage to meet their individual needs.
Thirdly, Congress wanted to promote competition on the basis of warranty coverage alone. By making sure that consumers can get warranty information, the Act has practically forced dealers and manufacturers into hosting sales promotions on the basis of warranty coverage and this competition among companies has made it much easier for consumers to seek various levels of warranty coverage. (Are you seeing a trend yet?)
Finally, Congress wanted to strengthen the pre-existing incentives for companies to perform their warranty obligations in a timely and efficient manner so that it would be easier to resolve any consumer disputes with a minimum of delay and expense.
Because of this, the Act makes it easier for consumers to seek a private solution for any breach of warranty in the courts, but it also creates a foundation for companies to set up good operating procedures for resolving disputes inexpensively and informally, without litigation.
What the Magnuson-Moss Act Does Not Require for Businesses
In order for you to be able to understand how the Act affects you as a businessperson, it is important first to understand what the Act does not need from you.
First of all, the Act does not require that any business to provide a written warranty. The Act allows businesses to decide whether or not to warrant their products in writing. Although let me just say that it is just good business to do so.
However, once a business decides to offer a written warranty on a consumer product, it must follow those statutes of the Act.
Secondly, the Act does not apply to oral warranties of any kind. Only written warranties are covered by the Act. Thirdly, the Act does not apply to any warranties that are made on services. They only cover warranties that are made on goods.
However, if your warranty covers both the parts provided for a repair and the labor involved in making that repair, the Act does apply to you.
Finally, the Act does not apply to any warranties on products that are sold for resale or for commercial purposes. The Act covers only warranties on consumer products. This means that only the warranties that are made on tangible property normally used for personal, family, or household purposes are covered. You should note that applicability of the Act to a particular product does not, however, depend upon how an individual buyer will use it.
What the Magnuson-Moss Act Requires
When the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act was passed, Congress specified a number of requirements that warrantors are obligated to meet. Congress also directed the FTC to adopt some rules that are designed to cover other requirements.
The FTC adopted three Rules under the Act, which are: the Rule on Disclosure of Written Consumer Product Warranty Terms and Conditions (the Disclosure Rule), the Rule on Pre-Sale Availability of Written Warranty Terms (the Pre-Sale Availability Rule), and the Rule on Informal Dispute Settlement Procedures (the Dispute Resolution Rule).
Not to mention, the FTC has issued an interpretive rule that helps to clarify certain terms and explains some of the provisions of the Act. This section is going to summarize all of the requirements under the Act and the Rules.
The Act and the Rules set up three basic requirements that may apply to you, either as a warrantor or a seller. These rules are as follows:
1. As a warrantor, you must designate, or title, your written warranty as either full or limited in a clear way.
2. As a warrantor, you have to state certain specified information about the coverage of your warranty in a single, clear, and easy-to-read document.
3. As a warrantor, you must make sure that your warranties are available where your warranted consumer products are sold so that consumers can read them before buying your product.
The titling requirement, which is established by the Act, basically applies to all written warranties on products that cost more than $10. However, the disclosure and pre-sale availability requirements, which were established by FTC Rules, apply to ALL written warranties on products costing more than $15.
What the Magnuson-Moss Act Does Not Allow
There are three limitations under the Magnuson-Moss Act. These involve any implied warranties, which are often referred to as “tie-in sales” provisions, and deceptive or misleading warranty terms. Let’s look at these next.
Disclaimer or Modification of Implied Warranties
The Act does not allow anyone who offers a written warranty from disclaiming or modifying implied warranties. This means that no matter how wide or narrow your written warranty is your customers always get the basic protection of the implied warranty of merchantability.
There is one allotted modification of implied warranties, however. If you offer a limited written warranty, the law allows you to include a provision that restricts the duration of implied warranties to the duration of your limited warranty.
For example, if you offer a two-year limited warranty, you can limit the implied warranties to two years. However, if you offer a full written warranty, you cannot limit the duration of implied warranties.
If you sell a product with a written warranty that came from the manufacturer, but you do not warrant the product in writing, you can disclaim your implied warranties. (These are the implied warranties where the seller and not the manufacturer, would be responsible.) However, whether or not you warrant the products you sell, as a seller, you have to give your customers copies of any written warranties from product manufacturers.
Most of the time, tie-in sales provisions are not really allowed. These kinds of provisions would require a buyer of the warranted product to buy an item or service from a particular company to use with the warranted product if they want to be eligible to receive a solution to a problem under the warranty. The following are examples of prohibited tie-in sales provisions.
In order to keep your new Proctor Silex Coffee Maker warranty in effect, you must use genuine Proctor Filters. Failure to have scheduled maintenance performed, at your expense, by the Company, will actually voids this warranty.
While you cannot use a tie-in sales provision, your warranty also doesn’t have to cover use of replacement parts, repairs, or maintenance that is inappropriate for your product. The following is an example of a permissible provision that excludes coverage of such things.
While necessary maintenance or repairs on your Pioneer Stereo System can be performed by any company, you recommend that buyers use only authorized Pioneer dealers. Improper or incorrectly performed maintenance or repairs will void this warranty as well.
Although tie-in sales provisions generally are not permissible, you can include this kind of provision in your warranty if you can effectively show the FTC that your product will not work properly without a specific item or service. If you believe that this is the case for your product, you should contact the warranty staff of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection for information on how you should apply for a waiver of the tie-in sales prohibition.
Deceptive Warranty Terms
Warranties must not contain any lies or misleading terms. You cannot offer a warranty that looks like it appears to provide coverage but, in fact, doesn’t provide any. For example, a warranty that covers only moving parts on an electronic product that has no moving parts would be deceptive and illegal. Also, any warranty that promises service that the warrantor had no intention of providing or could not provide would be deceptive and illegal.
How the Magnuson Moss Act May Affect Warranty problems
To start, the Act makes it easier for consumers to take any of your unresolved warranty problems to court. Secondly, it encourages companies to use a less formal, and cheaper, alternative to going to court. These alternatives, which are commonly known as dispute resolution mechanisms, can be used to settle warranty complaints before they reach the courts.
Consumer Lawsuits
The Act makes it easier for buyers to sue for breach of warranty by making breach of warranty a violation of federal law, and this act also allows buyers to recover court costs and reasonable attorneys' fees. This means that if you lose a lawsuit for breach of either a written or an implied warranty, you may have to pay the customer's costs for bringing the suit, including their lawyer's fees. It really makes the whole process useless.
Alternatives to Consumer Lawsuits
Although the Act makes consumer lawsuits for breach of warranty easier to bring against you, the goal of the act is not to promote more warranty court visits. The Act encourages companies to use informal dispute resolution mechanisms in order for them to settle warranty disputes with their customers. Just in case you weren’t sure, an informal dispute resolution mechanism is a system that works to resolve warranty problems that are at a stand-still.
This kind of mechanism may be run by an unbiased third party, such as the Better Business Bureau, or by company employees whose only purpose is to administer the informal dispute resolution system. The third party then uses various means like conciliation, mediation, or arbitration to settle the warranty disputes.
The Act lets warranties include a provision that asks customers to try to resolve warranty disputes before going to court. If you include such a requirement in your warranty, your dispute resolution mechanism must meet the requirements as they are stated in the FTC's Rule on Informal Dispute Settlement Procedures (the Dispute Resolution Rule). To put it in short form, the Rule requires that a mechanism must:
Be sufficiently funded and staffed to resolve all disputes quickly;
Be available for free;
Be able to settle disputes on their own, without influence from the parties involved;
Follow written procedures;
Inform both parties when it receives notice of a problem;
Gather, investigate, and organize all information that is necessary in order for them to decide each dispute fairly and quickly;
Provide each party an opportunity to present its side, to submit supporting materials,
Inform both parties of all decisions and the reasons for them supporting it within 40 days of receiving notice of a dispute;
Issue decisions that are not binding;
Keep complete records on all disputes; and
To be audited every year to ensure their compliance with the Rule.
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Danie van Wyk
(c) 2005 www.mybigfatlemon.com
Also, it is worth noting that this Act affects both the rights of consumers and the obligations of warrantors that are offering written warranties.
To understand the Act, it is probably best that the consumer be aware of Congress' intentions when they first passed it.
First of all, Congress wanted to make sure that consumers could get complete information about warranty terms and conditions up front and in their truest form. By providing people with a way of learning what warranty coverage is offered on a product before they buy, the Act actually gives them a way to know exactly what they should expect if something goes wrong, and it also goes a long way in increasing customer satisfaction.
Secondly, Congress wanted to make sure that people could compare warranty coverages before buying their cars because in doing this, consumers can choose a product that has the best combination of price, features, and warranty coverage to meet their individual needs.
Thirdly, Congress wanted to promote competition on the basis of warranty coverage alone. By making sure that consumers can get warranty information, the Act has practically forced dealers and manufacturers into hosting sales promotions on the basis of warranty coverage and this competition among companies has made it much easier for consumers to seek various levels of warranty coverage. (Are you seeing a trend yet?)
Finally, Congress wanted to strengthen the pre-existing incentives for companies to perform their warranty obligations in a timely and efficient manner so that it would be easier to resolve any consumer disputes with a minimum of delay and expense.
Because of this, the Act makes it easier for consumers to seek a private solution for any breach of warranty in the courts, but it also creates a foundation for companies to set up good operating procedures for resolving disputes inexpensively and informally, without litigation.
What the Magnuson-Moss Act Does Not Require for Businesses
In order for you to be able to understand how the Act affects you as a businessperson, it is important first to understand what the Act does not need from you.
First of all, the Act does not require that any business to provide a written warranty. The Act allows businesses to decide whether or not to warrant their products in writing. Although let me just say that it is just good business to do so.
However, once a business decides to offer a written warranty on a consumer product, it must follow those statutes of the Act.
Secondly, the Act does not apply to oral warranties of any kind. Only written warranties are covered by the Act. Thirdly, the Act does not apply to any warranties that are made on services. They only cover warranties that are made on goods.
However, if your warranty covers both the parts provided for a repair and the labor involved in making that repair, the Act does apply to you.
Finally, the Act does not apply to any warranties on products that are sold for resale or for commercial purposes. The Act covers only warranties on consumer products. This means that only the warranties that are made on tangible property normally used for personal, family, or household purposes are covered. You should note that applicability of the Act to a particular product does not, however, depend upon how an individual buyer will use it.
What the Magnuson-Moss Act Requires
When the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act was passed, Congress specified a number of requirements that warrantors are obligated to meet. Congress also directed the FTC to adopt some rules that are designed to cover other requirements.
The FTC adopted three Rules under the Act, which are: the Rule on Disclosure of Written Consumer Product Warranty Terms and Conditions (the Disclosure Rule), the Rule on Pre-Sale Availability of Written Warranty Terms (the Pre-Sale Availability Rule), and the Rule on Informal Dispute Settlement Procedures (the Dispute Resolution Rule).
Not to mention, the FTC has issued an interpretive rule that helps to clarify certain terms and explains some of the provisions of the Act. This section is going to summarize all of the requirements under the Act and the Rules.
The Act and the Rules set up three basic requirements that may apply to you, either as a warrantor or a seller. These rules are as follows:
1. As a warrantor, you must designate, or title, your written warranty as either full or limited in a clear way.
2. As a warrantor, you have to state certain specified information about the coverage of your warranty in a single, clear, and easy-to-read document.
3. As a warrantor, you must make sure that your warranties are available where your warranted consumer products are sold so that consumers can read them before buying your product.
The titling requirement, which is established by the Act, basically applies to all written warranties on products that cost more than $10. However, the disclosure and pre-sale availability requirements, which were established by FTC Rules, apply to ALL written warranties on products costing more than $15.
What the Magnuson-Moss Act Does Not Allow
There are three limitations under the Magnuson-Moss Act. These involve any implied warranties, which are often referred to as “tie-in sales” provisions, and deceptive or misleading warranty terms. Let’s look at these next.
Disclaimer or Modification of Implied Warranties
The Act does not allow anyone who offers a written warranty from disclaiming or modifying implied warranties. This means that no matter how wide or narrow your written warranty is your customers always get the basic protection of the implied warranty of merchantability.
There is one allotted modification of implied warranties, however. If you offer a limited written warranty, the law allows you to include a provision that restricts the duration of implied warranties to the duration of your limited warranty.
For example, if you offer a two-year limited warranty, you can limit the implied warranties to two years. However, if you offer a full written warranty, you cannot limit the duration of implied warranties.
If you sell a product with a written warranty that came from the manufacturer, but you do not warrant the product in writing, you can disclaim your implied warranties. (These are the implied warranties where the seller and not the manufacturer, would be responsible.) However, whether or not you warrant the products you sell, as a seller, you have to give your customers copies of any written warranties from product manufacturers.
Most of the time, tie-in sales provisions are not really allowed. These kinds of provisions would require a buyer of the warranted product to buy an item or service from a particular company to use with the warranted product if they want to be eligible to receive a solution to a problem under the warranty. The following are examples of prohibited tie-in sales provisions.
In order to keep your new Proctor Silex Coffee Maker warranty in effect, you must use genuine Proctor Filters. Failure to have scheduled maintenance performed, at your expense, by the Company, will actually voids this warranty.
While you cannot use a tie-in sales provision, your warranty also doesn’t have to cover use of replacement parts, repairs, or maintenance that is inappropriate for your product. The following is an example of a permissible provision that excludes coverage of such things.
While necessary maintenance or repairs on your Pioneer Stereo System can be performed by any company, you recommend that buyers use only authorized Pioneer dealers. Improper or incorrectly performed maintenance or repairs will void this warranty as well.
Although tie-in sales provisions generally are not permissible, you can include this kind of provision in your warranty if you can effectively show the FTC that your product will not work properly without a specific item or service. If you believe that this is the case for your product, you should contact the warranty staff of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection for information on how you should apply for a waiver of the tie-in sales prohibition.
Deceptive Warranty Terms
Warranties must not contain any lies or misleading terms. You cannot offer a warranty that looks like it appears to provide coverage but, in fact, doesn’t provide any. For example, a warranty that covers only moving parts on an electronic product that has no moving parts would be deceptive and illegal. Also, any warranty that promises service that the warrantor had no intention of providing or could not provide would be deceptive and illegal.
How the Magnuson Moss Act May Affect Warranty problems
To start, the Act makes it easier for consumers to take any of your unresolved warranty problems to court. Secondly, it encourages companies to use a less formal, and cheaper, alternative to going to court. These alternatives, which are commonly known as dispute resolution mechanisms, can be used to settle warranty complaints before they reach the courts.
Consumer Lawsuits
The Act makes it easier for buyers to sue for breach of warranty by making breach of warranty a violation of federal law, and this act also allows buyers to recover court costs and reasonable attorneys' fees. This means that if you lose a lawsuit for breach of either a written or an implied warranty, you may have to pay the customer's costs for bringing the suit, including their lawyer's fees. It really makes the whole process useless.
Alternatives to Consumer Lawsuits
Although the Act makes consumer lawsuits for breach of warranty easier to bring against you, the goal of the act is not to promote more warranty court visits. The Act encourages companies to use informal dispute resolution mechanisms in order for them to settle warranty disputes with their customers. Just in case you weren’t sure, an informal dispute resolution mechanism is a system that works to resolve warranty problems that are at a stand-still.
This kind of mechanism may be run by an unbiased third party, such as the Better Business Bureau, or by company employees whose only purpose is to administer the informal dispute resolution system. The third party then uses various means like conciliation, mediation, or arbitration to settle the warranty disputes.
The Act lets warranties include a provision that asks customers to try to resolve warranty disputes before going to court. If you include such a requirement in your warranty, your dispute resolution mechanism must meet the requirements as they are stated in the FTC's Rule on Informal Dispute Settlement Procedures (the Dispute Resolution Rule). To put it in short form, the Rule requires that a mechanism must:
Be sufficiently funded and staffed to resolve all disputes quickly;
Be available for free;
Be able to settle disputes on their own, without influence from the parties involved;
Follow written procedures;
Inform both parties when it receives notice of a problem;
Gather, investigate, and organize all information that is necessary in order for them to decide each dispute fairly and quickly;
Provide each party an opportunity to present its side, to submit supporting materials,
Inform both parties of all decisions and the reasons for them supporting it within 40 days of receiving notice of a dispute;
Issue decisions that are not binding;
Keep complete records on all disputes; and
To be audited every year to ensure their compliance with the Rule.
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Danie van Wyk
(c) 2005 www.mybigfatlemon.com
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Best as it may seem to be, Land Rover SUVs are still subject to common car problems and its tried and tested Land Rover Parts, subject to wear and tear. Hence, proper and frequent maintenance is needed to keep its driving potentials intact. If some of your Rover Range Rover parts have been damaged, perhaps due to a collision, make sure to replace them with equally dependable Land Rover Parts and Range Rover Parts [http://www.landrparts.com]. Replacing your stock auto parts with high quality, tough and reliable replacement performance parts, aftermarket parts and auto accessories is the best way to ensure your safety and driving satisfaction.
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Defense Driving Tips From A Parked Position For The Novice Driver
Leaving a parked position can be quite the hazard, if your not sure of the proper procedure.
You are about to move forward from a parked position. Position you’re hands at ten o’clock and two o’clock on the steering wheel. If you let go of the steering wheel, you’re hands should continue to rest on the wheel. Some drivers prefer the 3 o’clock and the 9 o’clock position. If your driving an automatic, the right hand should not have to go too far to change gears, placing it back to the 2 position. The left hand should slide down the steering wheel without leaving the steering wheel to signal. Place your hand back to the ten position when you finished signaling. One hand on the wheel is not the safe way to drive a vehicle.
Now your ready to drive forward and you have done all the safety checks before you roll forward and signaled out of you’re parked position. Safety checks include checking your mirrors and shoulder depending on the direction your pulling out of. If you do not pull out right away after your checks, you will have to recheck again. Keep in mind that you are leaving a parked position and you are hardly moving. Traffic behind you can be moving fast. Check you're shoulder just before you think you are going to accelerate and glance a second time, after you have looked forward to check you're path ahead. Checking a second time gives you that option to go back to the brake, in case a vehicle comes around some corner and surprises you. Use you’re review mirror as much as possible to avoid this situation.
When you’re parked between two vehicles. Position you’re vehicle so you are clear of the vehicle in front of you, by inching back far enough. Position the nose of your vehicle forward, in a clearance position ahead of you. When you are on a wide roadway, you typically have a couple of feet without obstructing traffic and cyclists. Make sure you are not entering the nose of your vehicle into a potential hazard! Keep in mind the amount you turned the wheel. If you have cranked the wheel quite a bit. Make sure you do not end up on the other side of the road. To avoid this potential hazard, ease off the gas pedal when out of the parked position and gain control of direction by correcting the steering wheel position.
Reviewing the proper procedure of leaving a parked position from a curb.
Path ahead
Mirrors
Signal
Shoulder check
Path ahead
Recheck shoulder
Proceed when all is clear
The first thing you check is your path ahead to make sure it’s clear.
Check your mirrors to see if it’s safe behind you.
Signal to traffic behind to let them know your intentions. (Hand signal if you think other drivers can’t see you’re signal. Also bring you’re hand back in before you start to maneuver the vehicle out of the parked position.)
Glance over to your blind spot just in case another vehicle pulls out from across the road, just before you make the maneuver.
Recheck your path ahead and proceed forward with one more glance over you’re shoulder. Do not release the brake pedal until after you have looked forward. A pedestrian may have approached you’re vehicle while you were looking the other way.
I hope these defensive driving tips will help you in you’re goal in becoming a defensive driver. Have an expierenced driver, or a recognized defensive driving school help you for further instruction on this topic.
George Gabriel
Owned and operated a driving school for several years. Taught over 2000 kids and older people how to drive. Now operating a golf tee time site at http://www.golfanchor.net and a sister golf site at http://www.golfanchor.com
You are about to move forward from a parked position. Position you’re hands at ten o’clock and two o’clock on the steering wheel. If you let go of the steering wheel, you’re hands should continue to rest on the wheel. Some drivers prefer the 3 o’clock and the 9 o’clock position. If your driving an automatic, the right hand should not have to go too far to change gears, placing it back to the 2 position. The left hand should slide down the steering wheel without leaving the steering wheel to signal. Place your hand back to the ten position when you finished signaling. One hand on the wheel is not the safe way to drive a vehicle.
Now your ready to drive forward and you have done all the safety checks before you roll forward and signaled out of you’re parked position. Safety checks include checking your mirrors and shoulder depending on the direction your pulling out of. If you do not pull out right away after your checks, you will have to recheck again. Keep in mind that you are leaving a parked position and you are hardly moving. Traffic behind you can be moving fast. Check you're shoulder just before you think you are going to accelerate and glance a second time, after you have looked forward to check you're path ahead. Checking a second time gives you that option to go back to the brake, in case a vehicle comes around some corner and surprises you. Use you’re review mirror as much as possible to avoid this situation.
When you’re parked between two vehicles. Position you’re vehicle so you are clear of the vehicle in front of you, by inching back far enough. Position the nose of your vehicle forward, in a clearance position ahead of you. When you are on a wide roadway, you typically have a couple of feet without obstructing traffic and cyclists. Make sure you are not entering the nose of your vehicle into a potential hazard! Keep in mind the amount you turned the wheel. If you have cranked the wheel quite a bit. Make sure you do not end up on the other side of the road. To avoid this potential hazard, ease off the gas pedal when out of the parked position and gain control of direction by correcting the steering wheel position.
Reviewing the proper procedure of leaving a parked position from a curb.
Path ahead
Mirrors
Signal
Shoulder check
Path ahead
Recheck shoulder
Proceed when all is clear
The first thing you check is your path ahead to make sure it’s clear.
Check your mirrors to see if it’s safe behind you.
Signal to traffic behind to let them know your intentions. (Hand signal if you think other drivers can’t see you’re signal. Also bring you’re hand back in before you start to maneuver the vehicle out of the parked position.)
Glance over to your blind spot just in case another vehicle pulls out from across the road, just before you make the maneuver.
Recheck your path ahead and proceed forward with one more glance over you’re shoulder. Do not release the brake pedal until after you have looked forward. A pedestrian may have approached you’re vehicle while you were looking the other way.
I hope these defensive driving tips will help you in you’re goal in becoming a defensive driver. Have an expierenced driver, or a recognized defensive driving school help you for further instruction on this topic.
George Gabriel
Owned and operated a driving school for several years. Taught over 2000 kids and older people how to drive. Now operating a golf tee time site at http://www.golfanchor.net and a sister golf site at http://www.golfanchor.com
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