Archive for November, 2010
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Tuesday, November 30th, 2010Bumper Paint
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010Modern cars have very flexible painted surfaces stretched across the bumper surfaces which are specially designed to withstand minor impacts with impunity. The idea is that a vehicle’s bumpers will absorb many of the minor impacts routinely encountered in parking lots and during everyday driving without being damaged. Unfortunately, the bumper paint is ultimately damaged, marred or scraped off when the bumper absorbs too great of an impact.
The bumper paint used on modern flexible bumpers is unique and is designed to be applied on flexible surfaces. The paint is specifically designed to be fully cured but still flex to a much greater degree than the paints which are applied to the much more rigid surfaces such as metal and high-impact plastic. The reason for these unique qualities is the existence of a chemical flex agent in bumper paint.
When procuring primer and paint products to be used for bumpers it is important to purchase and utilize products which are specifically designed for this specialized application. These paints are chemically designed for adhesion to plastic surfaces. The paint formulas are essentially the same as the materials which are sprayed onto non-flexible surfaces, but will include additives to give the paint its flexible qualities. Therefore, bumper paint is somewhat more expensive when purchased.
Bumpers are painted in basically the same manner as the rest of the vehicle. For new bumpers, the surface must be somewhat more thoroughly cleaned using specific products to remove any traces of the mold release agents which are applied inside the molds used when the plastic parts are manufactured. Presence of such mold release agents will negatively affect adhesion of the paint to the plastic surfaces. The bumper’s surface must be thoroughly chemically cleaned to remove any waxes, oil, road film, mold release agents or fingerprints so the bumper paint will adhere properly. Primers or sealants are sprayed first, followed by the basecoat paint and finally topped with clearcoat, all of which contain the flex agent. After fully curing, the flexible bumper paints may be buffed and waxed in the same manner as any other automotive paints.
Automotive Repairs – Manual Tips and Guides
Tuesday, November 16th, 2010Car technology systems become more complex each year. Computer devices become more advanced and many new systems, such as intelligent cruise control and lane change warning devices, integrated into the engine more lean and efficient. Motorists should be more careful in doing repairs on their own cars. Because if there is one it will change the impact of other components and the problem is the cost of an expensive mechanical and bias reaches $ 80 per hour that resulted in fear for the rider. Make improvements alone will cost much less than those who do simple repairs.
You can potentially save a bundle, with a little time, patience and hard work. I will explain the three-biased automotive repairs done by your own at home.
1. Replacing a bad fuse
Over time, the fuse will be bad and needs replacing. Many electrical systems in your vehicle managed by the fuse. To solve electrical problems many drivers who bring vehicles to a mechanic. Mechanic will do the test and will usually cost a pretty expensive to just replace the fuse that exploded into a problem. You can replace it yourself by using tweezers and costs much cheaper.
2. Replacing a bad spark plug
Although during the last decades the complexity of the car increases, the gas engine 4-stroke internal combustion process remains the same. Important process of the part it is the spark plug. Bad spark plug can cause your machine failure and dramatically reduce the performance and efficiency of your vehicle. If you have a gapping, socket, and ratchet you can change your own spark plugs in the house with a cost saving up to $ 80 for the mechanic. By buying their own spark plugs and cheaper costs.
3. Changing the fuel filter
This repair work is the most labor-intensive of the three ways. You can complete this work within one hour by using a few keys, cloth lapa, jack, and a pan to catch fuel. With do it yourself you will only cost you $ 20 to purchase filter itself den save a lot of money for a mechanic.
Some important steps to take reasonable precautions and ensure your safety, because you are working with gasoline. Take off your car battery to prevent fire and do not forget to wear gloves. Finally, make sure you use jack to lift vehicle are sturdy and strong.