Why a Radiator Flush Is Needed
An automobile radiator is like the umpire in a baseball game. When the ump does his job well, which is almost all the time, no one notices. None of the spectators in the stadium comment about what a great game the umpire had. But when something goes wrong, things can get really hot. Performing a…
Read MoreWhat Is a Radiator Flush Kit and How Does It Work?
The early inventors of the internal combustion engine discovered that by creating a series of tiny explosions in closed chambers they could produce pressure that drove pistons up and down, turning wheels and propelling a vehicle forward. They immediately discovered, however, that this process also generated immense heat, sufficient to damage the engine parts and…
Read MoreHow Do I Fix a Blown Head Gasket?
“Your timing chain broke.” “You need a complete engine overhaul.” “You blew your rear main seal.” “Your mother-in-law is coming to stay for a few months.” These are among the scariest phrases for any vehicle owner. Add one more to that list: “You’ve blown your head gasket.” When it comes to an automobile, a blown head gasket is on…
Read MoreWhy Repairing a Head Gasket Leak Is Both Easier and Harder Than You Think
Repairing a head gasket leak is simple. You take off the leaky head gasket and put on a new one. You might have to peel off the old head gasket if it’s corroded onto the cylinder head, or you might have to clean off the cylinder head before you install the new one, but otherwise,…
Read MoreWhat Is a Rear Main Seal Leak?
An oil leak anywhere in an automobile is a serious issue because oil is so instrumental to the proper operation of the vehicle. But an oil leak in the rear of the engine is a sign of a probable rear main seal leak. A rear main seal leak is especially problematic for two reasons. First,…
Read MoreHow to Stop an Oil Leak in Your Car
Oh man, are you in trouble? Your car or truck is leaking oil, and that can be a really bad sign. Left unchecked, it can destroy the vehicle’s engine, cost you thousands of dollars and leave you without transportation. Even in the best case scenario, you’re pouring new oil—and money—down the crank case periodically, and…
Read MoreWhy is My Oil Leaking After an Oil Change?
Oil is one of the three important fluids—along with fuel and coolant—that allow an automobile to operate. Oil is also one of the easiest items in the vehicle to maintain. As long as it is periodically changed, along with the oil filter, it will help keep the engine running strong. If you notice your oil…
Read MoreTop 4 Reasons Your Oil Is Leaking
It’s often been said, and we’ll repeat it here and now: the single most important maintenance an owner can perform on their vehicle is to change the oil at recommended intervals and fix the problem if the oil is leaking. The lubrication that oil provides to the engine’s moving parts is critical to their proper…
Read MoreWhat Problems Can Head Gasket Sealant Fix?
Head gasket sealant can be a lifesaver when you have a leak and aren’t able to get the head gasket fixed right away. In addition to plugging holes in head gaskets, there are other problems head gasket sealant can fix. Head gasket sealant can help with the following engine issues: Cracked cylinder heads Heater cores…
Read MoreHow Often Should I Flush My Radiator?
Imagine life inside a car engine. Fire and fuel combine to create small explosions hundreds of times every minute, causing air to expand and push metal pistons up and down inside metal cylinders continually. Hot gas produced by these reactions is cooled, circulated and blown through a tube out the back of the vehicle.…
Read MoreHow to Flush the Radiator in Your Car or Truck
Flushing the car radiator is like taking a bath or winterizing the lawn mower. It cleans out the impurities that can build up over time and clog or otherwise inhibit the radiator’s proper functioning. Radiators are the Rodney Dangerfields of car components, receiving little attention or appreciation for their vigilance in keeping the engine…
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