The alternator is an important part of the vehicle’s engine. It keeps the battery sufficiently charged so that all the electrical components of the vehicle can remain functional. The alternator and the battery exist in a symbiotic relationship where they constantly depend on each other. Therefore, when the alternator experiences issues, the battery closely follows.
Alternator rebuilds are sometime necessary to repair a faulty alternator. During a rebuild, various components of the alternator itself are inspected for damage or wear and tear, and replaced if necessary.…
Wondering whether your engine rebuild is going to be a major investment or only a minor expense? It all depends on the degree of the damage and exactly what needs to be done. Your preferences and your mechanic’s recommendations may also play a part in the type of engine rebuild you get. Here are the three main types of engine rebuilding done today, from cheapest to most expensive.
When It’s Good News: The Cheapest Engine Rebuild Jobs…
Ideally, you should use your car’s logbook to track when you need servicing and to make notes about servicing. In addition to keeping your own records organized, a detailed logbook can make it easier to sell your vehicle. Keep these tips in mind.
1. Always Get Routine Maintenance on Time
It’s easy to ignore routine car maintenance. If nothing is wrong with your vehicle, you may think that you don’t need to take it in for a repair.…
With so many car repair businesses operating in various parts of Australia, singling out a car repairer for your euro car can prove to be quite a challenge. Ultimately, you will be faced with a choice between two options — franchised car repair and independent car repair. Without the right information, choosing between these two options can be pretty hard. But if you are well-aware of the pros and cons of both car repair options, making a decision shouldn’t be that hard.…
Whenever you jump into your car, you may be used to a certain level of performance and a vehicle that essentially responds to your every command. However, sometimes the unexpected may happen and your engine will begin to misbehave. For example, you may find that you arrive at a stop sign and prepare to turn in one direction or the other, only to find that the engine shuts itself off. What is happening here and what can you do?…
When clean, the oil flowing in your car engine optimises your car performance by lubricating moving engine components and also by cooling the engine during internal combustion. Over time, however, the oil becomes dirty due to normal engine operations and will become less effective at its job. When this happens, the old oil will need to be removed and replaced with fresh oil. If you continue driving a car when engine oil change is overdue, the engine may act up and require costly repair work or it may suffer irreversible damage.…
Your vehicle’s transmission is the system that connects to the back of the engine, and its primary role is to provide power to the wheels so that they can turn at a given speed. It also ensures that the wheels and engine are in proper sync. The transmission is made up of various components such as the planetary gear set, torque converter, and computer sensors. Whether your vehicle runs on a manual or automatic transmission, you need to maintain it to ensure that the car runs optimally.…
Without brakes, you wouldn’t be able to slow or stop your car while driving. Over time, however, your car braking system may begin to fail due to normal wear and tear of constituent parts, making slowing and halting harder. When this happens, there will be an urgent need to have your brakes checked by a qualified mechanic so as to identify the cause of the problem. If you notice any of the following signs while applying the brakes, it is likely that you nee brake repairs:…
If you are “a travellin’ man” (or woman), you may be looking forward to hooking up your caravan to the back of your ute and setting off for a family adventure. It may have been some time since you last hit the open road, however and you need to get your caravan in tiptop shape before the season truly begins. As it’s been sitting in the shed over the off-season, you’ve got quite a bit of work ahead of you and will need to grasp the nettle as soon as possible.…
As the manager of a fleet of long-distance trucks, you’ll be concerned with ongoing maintenance so that these vehicles hit the road as often as possible and earn you maximum revenue. Yet while you worry about service schedules and up-to-date equipment, are you paying enough attention to a more important metric, the comfort and productivity of the people behind the wheel? With the torrid summertime temperatures fast approaching, what do you need to do in order to ensure that your cooling systems are in tiptop shape?…