Archive for March, 2009

Where to buy 3″ sandpaper disc with velcro on the back for headlight restoration?

Saturday, March 28th, 2009
headlight restoration
Tre Thompson asked:


I have a 3″ attachment for my air tool and im looking for cheap 3″ sandpaper disc that range from 600grit to 2000 grit I already tried ebay and the obvious places.

Thank you

Saturday, March 28th, 2009
repair your headlights
Okeoma Okogbue asked:


The statistics available on the number of night time casualties occurring due to damaged

headlights are quite alarming. In the present situation, damaged headlights cause a mind

boggling proportion of all the car accidents that happen annually.

As per the facts the clouded vision of the man behind the wheel of a car involved in a

night time accident can be attributed more to yellowed and hazy headlights than to the

number of drinks that he had.

Proper and timely headlight repair is the need of the hour. Any car with damaged and

cloudy headlights is a veritable killing machine that is stalking the roads.

The necessity of headlight restoration and repair may arise due to varied factors. Factors

like the weather elements, the sun’s detrimental rays, polluted rain, hail, strong moving

winds and snow can play havoc with a car’s lighting mechanism leading to cracks in the

headlights. Since the headlights are made of plastic, they tend to oxidize and acquire a

yellow tinge after a few years.

In any case, a dirty headlight with a mottled surface does not make your car look

charming and neither does it say much about you the owner either as a car is basically a

reflection of it’s owner.

In addition to being an aesthetic eyesore your car would also be a death trap on wheels if

the headlights are clouded and covered with grime, not to mention yellowed with age.

If your car’s headlight is simply dirty or a little bit of water has seeped into it, then you

do not need to bring your car all the way to a garage for repairs. You can do the repair job

on your own.

In order to clean up the headlights you can buy a cheap but efficient headlight repair kit

that is easily found in the market. You could even have one delivered by ordering it from

a website.

The head light cleaning kit would contain a cleaner, which would suffice for the job that

you have on hand.

For removing any water that might be lodged inside, you need to remove the lens and

drill a small hole beneath the headlight that would go all the way up to the inner chamber.

Drain away the collected water and ensure that your headlight is dry using the airconditioner

or a dehumidifier.

To fix small problems like cracks or holes, there is nothing like plastic resin to fix them

up. Since the resin is transparent, no body will be able to notice the difference in

appearance. With the headlight repair kit at your service, any small headlight repair job

that crops up on your car won’t seem as if it’s a big deal.

If things are very serious then the most that would happen is that your car headlight repair

job would actually involve a replacement. That particular job isn’t too hard either.

If your car’s headlight happens to have a halogen bulb, then all you need to do is to take

off the hood and right behind the headlamp you would be able to see a black knob. The

bulb is attached to this black knob. Unscrew the bulb from the knob and then replace it

with a fresh one. It couldn’t have been any easier.

At times, a headlight repair job may come up that would require a visit to the experts.

Don’t worry. Advanced restoration techniques ensure that the repair job gets over in

minutes.

Follow these guidelines and don’t forget to order your kit.

www.depoautolights.com



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headlight restoration?

Friday, March 27th, 2009
headlight restoration
tink asked:


i have a 2002 ford mustang and the headlight covers are plastic which have turned cloudy and a little yellow. i was wondering has anyone ever tried headlight restoration kits? i saw one at wal-mart today and on the website www.myheadlights.com
i was wondering if this really works and if it really is easy to do.
any suggestions would be appreciated

Sunday, March 22nd, 2009
headlight repair
Medallion Refinish asked:


A great tip for avoiding night time accidents is to make sure your that your headlights are free of that hazy film that accumulates over time because the factory finish has deteriorated badly. This is especially important at night when visibility is already low. According to the US Department of Transportation, one of the biggest problems with headlights was the plastic cover of the headlight lens. Since the early 90’s clear plastic headlights have been made standard on almost every car. The plastic lenses become damaged and cloudy from exposure to UV rays, harsh weather conditions and acid rain. The lenses start to cloud and before long the light output becomes greatly diminished.

Medallion Refinish System has come up with a great solution to this problem. Removal of the old haze, and applying a new life long finish in fewer than 10 steps. I have noticed that most companies that are offering this service use a wax or clearcoat that will crack off, fade, or deteriorate after just a few car washes, but with this application that Medallion Refinish System offers, you can be assured that this restoration will last for the life of the vehicle when applied property. At this time I would recommend taking your car to a business that offers this type of repair or restoration, but I believe that in the future they will have a kit for the consumer and Do It Your Selfer. I’ve compared the pricing for replacement factory and used headlights for many makes and models, and found that just restoring the plastic lens can save hundreds of dollars.





Saturday, March 21st, 2009
car detailing tips
Janice Ticar asked:


Car accidents cause thousands of death and injury each year resulting to worldwide campaigns against it. Millions are looking for suitable solutions to this problem.

If you are one of those people who have great concern for car accidents, it may do you good to consider these car accident tips in guiding you to any concerns you have.

Having a prevention plan to work for you will depend upon the initial actions you make when driving.

Minimizing accidents include the following actions:

1.    Be attentive - as much as possible stay away from any kind of distraction while driving. Being attentive would make you recognize danger signs to help you maneuver your car in safety.

The following are to be avoided while driving:

•    Talking with passengers

•    Eating

•    Grooming in the car

•    Dealing with children or pet in the back seat

•    Attempting to retrieve dropped items

2.    Avoid driving after an exhaustive activity - make sure to take a proper rest before driving. If you have been tired at work and still need to drive afterwards, make certain to take a nap for at least 30 minutes to regain your composure before driving.

3.    Minimize the intake of alcoholic beverage - drinking in moderation while on social gatherings is tolerable. Each person knows what he/she is capable to take before getting drunk.

4.    Never drive when you do not feel well - a small amount of flu will most likely disturb your concentration. You could not be certain how the impact might affect you, even if you are an expert driver.

5.    Check your car before leaving – mechanical failure causes a car to be a possible subject in a car collision. So, before leaving your office or home make sure to inspect your tire, brake, axle and steering wheel to prevent mechanical failure.

6.    Avoid driving when the weather is unsafe - a heavy snow will make the road slippery and hazardous for travelers. If you are trapped on the road while weather hazards are at its worst, find a suitable place to stay to avoid being a victim of car accident.

7.    Speed exceeding safe conditions should be avoided - always be in a safe speed just enough to blend with the speed of the surrounding motorist around you. A reckless driver has the tendency to commit murder on the road.

Neglecting the safety measures mentioned above will most likely introduce you with consequences ranging from the most to the least destructive.

Parties involved in an accident may face a criminal liability, civil liability or both. Usually the accidents happen when one or two preventive measures above are neglected.

The most common type of tort in an automobile personal injury lawsuit is the civil liability, wherein the court decides solely based on the factual questions of who is at fault and how much they must pay out in damages to the injured plaintiff.

To avoid future problems take these car accident tips at heart. It is always comfortable to drive your car free from the scrutiny of car accident investigators.

Know more car accident tips direct from our professional car accident lawyers. Log on to our website and contact our friendly legal staff.

 



Professional car detailing or do it yourself by renting steam cleaner from grocery store?

Tuesday, March 17th, 2009
car detailing
neetah14701 asked:


I’ve never had my car detailed. My carpet has gone though years of coffee spills and spot cleaning. I recently called a local detailer and found out they charge $179. I’m wondering if anyone has ever tried to detail themselves by renting the steam cleaners at the grocery store or if I should just pay the money for the detailing.

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reasonable price for a complete car detailing?

Thursday, March 12th, 2009
car detailing
m m asked:


i just took my car to get completely detailed for the summer… (wax, shampoo, leather clean, inside, outside clean) the price is $150… is this reasonable? how much should it be?

Thursday, March 12th, 2009
headlight repair
autofaq asked:


What is it beckon when they amendment the front of the truck…?

What is it call when they progress the front of the truck? I want for my 2003 ford f150 to have the front of a lincoln navigator. I know it can be done because I saw a tahoe next to the front of an avalanche and it…

What is it beside cruise controls?

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What is it beside Polish inhabitants and coupé wash.?

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What is it call when you consent to stale the brake and your saloon moves forward? eg, “My motor be solely surrounded by the ? mode.”

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What is it call?

I have a Honda Accord 2.0 ESi, there is a bit black box just above the brake pedal that I think is some sort of relay. I presume it is something to do near the ignition system as sometimes I have to tap it so the…

What is it?

I have an oldsmobile cutlass ciera 6 cyl year 1992. on the gone hand side underneath the hood there is a cylinder looking item attached to the frame with a screw. it is black plastic, have a line going into it that say danger fuel, a…

What is keeping my saloon from running?

I just finished replacing the organizer gaskets on my 1988 Firebird, 305 TBI. I tried to start it today and it almost got near. Almost. It’s cranking great and all the fluids are within. Shot some starting fluid into the throttle body, the usual popping and fire……..

What is keyless entry on a saloon?

Hi everyone. I am just wondering exactly what keyless entry is on a motor? Is it just a button you press that automatically locks and unlocks your motor? Also, something that I am worried about is if the keyless entry stops working for an electrical aim…

How do I read specs of a Car Amplifier and Subs?

I want to put a system in my sports car but I dont’ really know what the specs of an amplifier and subwoofers mean. Like what the watts rms x ohms imply?? I wanted own a couple of RF 12″ subs and 2 or 4 speakers….

Problem next to a 95 Ford F-150, probably the starter?

My truck occasionally won’t start. It just clicks. After a few tries, it fires right up. Its not the battery, and I also purely replaced the solenoid about 20 minutes ago. I think its the starter, but I’m not sure, any suggestions?…

Problem next to an year 2000 VW Passat estate beside an automatic nouns.?

When I drive from a cold start, for about 10 mins or until the engine is heated up, the gear change to neutral and go for a jerky start everytime I purloin my foot off the accelarator (gas) and press it again. Once it is heated…

Problem next to brake on Camry?

I have only just bought a 97 camry and everything is fine with it except the brakes. its not that disk that come across to be the problem but the pedal. Whenever i brake, the pedal seems really resistant and i can never brake swiftly due…

Problem next to fuel filter possibly on Olds Alero?

Problem with fuel filter possibly on Olds Alero? I call for some help finding out what it is first. Instead of the pump making the normal buzzing nouns when it comes on, I heard a loud hollow din, and the noise continued while I be attempting to…

Problem next to headlights?

i have a 1993 ford tb and i hold a problem with the headligths when i turn them on they stay on for just about 30 sec or so and then they turn past its sell-by date and they do the same over and over please agree…

Problem next to hose surrounded by motor?

hi i have a daewoo lanos, and i am have to fill the wet up every other day, i can not see it leak, and was wondering what it could be any philosophy ?

Problem next to my 1991 Camaro RS!!?

My Camaro starts but I have to hold onto the gas a little bit for it to stay on. I’ve replaced the fuel pump and sending component but it still has that problem. Please help!!

Problem next to my peugeot 307 2004 plate! Is it the gearbox? Mechanics or folk surrounded by the know please minister to!!?

Got in the car 2 days ago and near is a funny sound whe in 1st 2nd 3rd 4th. When i drive the vehicle in a higher gear than needed i find that the trunk does go quieter. When i started it today the noise be…

Problem next to my sports car alarm?

I own a 1999 Mazda Miata and they installed an alarm on it this past weekend. Last dark after I parked and put the alarm on, it went rotten. I hit the disactivate button and it stopped for like a few second and then go off again….

Problem next to power of the coupé when brake is pressed?

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Problem next to power stool…can someone comfort me?

My husband was contained by power chair, we go for a walk down the street. Power stool batteries go dead. I pushed the stool for a couple of blocks home. Now it will not charge. I dont’ know if I broke it or if there is…

Problem next to Power Windows?

Alright, I have a 2002 Nissan Sentra, and the reverse windows work fine, but the front two lone work sometimes. If I lower one, it might take a couple of minutes or more to be capable of close it. They don’t stop at the same time any,…

Problem next to saloon exhaust?

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Problem next to saloon. Cylinder 3 is not firing properly.?

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Problem next to sports car fuse?

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Problem next to sports car rims?

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Problem next to Starting my 1993 Honda Civic?

I have a 1993 Honda Civic DX 4door sedan. When I turn the switch to start the car. The electical frills come on though. There is no noise coming from the engine, but its not seized. How do I create it start? Could it be the…

Problem next to Steering Wheel! Please support!?

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Problem next to the intermediate locking on my 307?

I can unlock my 307 with the button as middle-of-the-road, when i open the drivers door, the in one piece car locks itself so once inside the sports car i have to unlock the other doors. When crack the car door close to i said it locks…

Problem next to the vehicle?

can the fuel injectors on my corsa (51 reg 1.2) make a loud tapping pandemonium? I’m sure it’s not the tappets and the timing chain has be replaced last week. The noise is coming from around the fuel guiderail, any help please.

Problem next to the vehicle?

I have a 51 reg 1.2 vauxhall corsa DOHC. I’ve just have the timing chain replaced as it was worn and slapping give or take a few. I still have a tapping roar coming from just below the fuel injector , around the back…

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what is a good vacuum for a car detailing business?

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009
car detailing
A & J asked:


what is a really good vacuum for a mobile detailing business. And does anyone have a good website for products at wholesale?

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