Many women adore their cars--so why is all advertising and literature on the subject aimed so firmly at men? I'm both a woman and a petrolhead, and I wanted to start this blog so that I could talk about the motor sports, car accessories and other car-related subjects I love without everyone constantly assuming that I'm either a man or someone's girlfriend! Read on to learn more about everything from the best seat covers to the most exciting Monster Truck features--and more besides. I'll also be looking at ways to decorate and personalise your own car without voiding your warranty or breaking the bank!
Posted on: 31 May 2019
Buying a used motorbike can be a challenging task. In the extract below, you will learn the various considerations you should make when purchasing a used bike.
Research
The motorbike you purchase should meet your current and future needs. For example, a touring bike is perfect for road trips since it has a large fuel tank and adequate luggage space. On the other hand, a scooter is ideal for city commuting.
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Posted on: 22 October 2018
Finding a boat mechanic is pretty much like looking for a general physician. While the physician will be responsible for your health, the boat mechanic will be responsible for ensuring that your boat is in excellent condition. Therefore the amount of diligence that you would apply when selecting a physician should be the same diligence that you should apply when choosing a boat mechanic for your boat.
However, if it is your first time hiring a boat mechanic, you may not know how to establish whether the mechanic is competent enough to provide you with quality services.
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Posted on: 28 August 2017
Before you put your boat away for the season, you should take some time to check the sterndrive for issues. There are a number of elements you may want to check, but this blog in particular looks at the bellows.
Here's an explanation of sterndrive bellows and a few tips on how to tell if these parts have problems.
What Is a Bellow?
In general, a bellow is anything that can be pressed together to release a lot of air.
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Posted on: 3 March 2017
If fuel droplets are allowed to settle within the fuel injector once your boat's engine has been turned off, those deposits can eventually clog the injectors. Though rarer, it's also possible for fuel injectors to become clogged thanks to grit and dirt that works its way into the system
In either case, a clogged fuel injector won't be able to deliver fuel as effectively to your boat's engine, and running the motor while a fuel injector is clogged can have serious long-term consequences.
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