Everything You Need to Know About Exhaust Heat Shields

As much as heat is needed in order for your vehicle to operate optimally, if there is an excessive amount of it, it can be harmful. Not only can heat reduce engine performance, but it can also damage certain components when they’re exposed to it for too long.  To help battle overheating before it even happens, it’s important to install a protective layer. This layer is … Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Exhaust Heat Shields

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Ford Ranger Accessories to Make Your Hauler Even Better for Off-Roading

The Ford Ranger, a more than 30 years old pickup truck that has been proving its reliability with each series. As for every pickup truck it’s a great vehicle for hauling and towing but the Ranger is in a class of its own. This is thanks to Ford’s own FX4 package. This allows users who don’t need four-wheel drive to use an electronic locking rear differential together with trail-tuned suspension dampers to help with traction on slippery ground and with the absorption of rough impacts.

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A Basic Guide to Buying 12V Car Batteries

Throughout your vehicle’s lifespan, you’ll have to replace its battery at least a couple of times due to failure, or if you’re an avid off-roader and camper who needs extra power for running a couple of appliances, you might get an additional 12 volt battery to safely and optimally power the appliances. Either way, buying a new car battery requires a lot of careful thought and consideration. When it comes to buying the ideal 12 volt battery car owners can choose between a few different types. All of these types vary in terms of price, performance and purpose, so choosing the right type of battery is quite important. But before I get into the different types of batteries, let’s discuss some of the more basic, yet important considerations you’ll have to make before buying.

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Toyota Catalytic Converters – Improve Vehicle Performance and Maintain It

Aftermarket vehicle upgrades can give you quite the advantage when it comes to vehicle performance but keeping the environment safe greatly depends on one obligated part. Of course, that is the catalytic converter and since it is required by law that you have one installed on your Toyota’s exhaust it is good to know what exactly it does and how you can aid in that. I know it seems like this is something a mechanic would do but in order to reduce the number of times you’ll visit one it’s best that you keep an eye on things. But first, let’s see what does the catalytic converter actually bring to the table.

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3 Important Boat Supplies You Shouldn’t Go Without

To be honest, I think Murphy’s Law was most likely drafted having boating in mind. Usually, when something breaks or goes wrong, there seems to be always a saloon of guests waiting for you to entertain and charm them. That’s why boaters spend so much time discussing the huge importance of being properly prepared when out on the water. The truth of the matter is, we are simply anticipating tons of ‘what-ifs’ that cover some pretty complicated matters. Continue reading “3 Important Boat Supplies You Shouldn’t Go Without”