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<span style="color: #444444;"><b>How to Power Your 12 Volt Fridge For Longer.</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444;">Annoyed of having to find ice to keep your Esky cool.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444;">Fortunately the 12 Volt Camping Fridge are a great invention and help keep our food cool for longer.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #444444;">But like everything in life, there are pros and cons.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">There is different way to go about this:</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">1. You can use the battery from your car where can add a lead to your battery to quickly connect your 12V fridge.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Depending how long you will use the battery this method is not recommended as you can flattened your battery and reduced it's life span.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">These battery are not design for this type of usage.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">2.Instal a Dual battery system (a </span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">2nd auxiliary battery)</span><span style="font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"> in your car with a </span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Deep Cycle batteries which are designed to consistently deliver power, for much longer.</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #444444;">These type of Battery allow a much deeper discharge and limit damage.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">auxiliary battery </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">can be used to power your </span><g class="gr_ gr_20 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling multiReplace" data-gr-id="20" id="20" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-family: "open sans", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">12 volt</g><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> camping fridge and also other 12 volt accessories.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #444444;">It will depend on how much you want to spend as you need a few accessories to set it all up:</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">It also depend on how much room you have available in your car.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">3.</span></span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "roboto" , sans-serif;">If you are after a simple plug and play and stand alone solution to power your fridge you can use a portable power pack rechargeable with solar.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">Overall you can you use different options and common sense that suit you best at time of your trip like using ice bag, protect you fridge from the heat.</span></span><br />
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JRAutofixhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15076904359286824694noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2143894584993031845.post-28076091728025935002019-05-13T19:54:00.001-07:002019-05-13T19:55:26.921-07:00Preparing Your Battery For The Colder Days<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Most of the time car batteries fail when the temperature outside are getting lower or are fluctuating more during the day.<br />
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The reason for this is colder temperature affect the chemical reaction inside the battery that produce the charge to the terminals.<br />
The battery become less effecient.<br />
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If your battery is more than 3 years old you can listen for the signs.<br />
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When you start in the morning if it sound more slugish than usual you might want to do the following checks:<br />
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<li>Make sure the connection are tight</li>
<li>Make sure that the cable are in good condition</li>
<li>Unsure that the terminals are clean no sulphation</li>
<li>Check it's voltage more than 12.5 Volt</li>
<li>Check that the liquid is 5 mm above the plate for refillable batteries</li>
<li>Check battery external protection</li>
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To prevent this to happen you can first test it with a battery load tester to know how healthy it is.<br />
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Following this you can charge it with an external battery charger to make sure it's topped up.<br />
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Also you can check that your alternator is charging properly, for this use a voltmeter connected to the battery terminal when the engine is running you should get more than 14 Volts if not you might have a problem with your alternator.<br />
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Further to this if you want to give more life to your battery you might want to add some <a href="https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/183784595945" target="_blank">battery conditioner</a> to extend it's life.<br />
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<br />JRAutofixhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15076904359286824694noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2143894584993031845.post-68943477678000422512016-03-21T19:10:00.000-07:002016-03-21T19:10:09.236-07:00How To Wire New Car Equipment<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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adding any equipment to your car it’s important to know how much extra power or
Amperage you will need.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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will help you determine what cable size you need and if you need an extra
battery.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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on what equipment you add on and how often it’s used you need to check
your battery capacity to make sure you won’t be running out of power. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #666666;">Circuit protection</span><span style="color: #111111;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Always
add some protection to you Circuit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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devices include fuses, circuit breakers, switches.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The
inline fuse, the least expensive means of protection. If connected close to the
power source provides protection for both the wiring and the connected device</span><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><span style="color: #111111; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #666666;">Cable Size</span><span style="color: #535353;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #111111; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">It’s essential to use a cable size
that will deliver adequate voltage to the equipment installed. You need to
calculate voltage drop using the maximum current that the equipment draws</span><span style="color: #111111; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;"> - not the average. But if the same cable is used to feed other
loads or charge batteries, then you need to add this additional current when
calculating the cable size needed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #111111; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">The best way to know how much Amp you
are already using is to your cable with a clampmeter . <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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running at full load, then you are losing significant power due to the cable
being too thin. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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8B&S 7.91mm2 <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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6B&S 13.56 mm2 <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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3B&S 25.72 mm2 <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">To choose a wire gauge the need to
know the cable length and the current draw or wattage.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Wire gauge can be used to determine electrical resistance and the current
handling capability of the wire. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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B&S means Brown & Sharpe and B&S is equal to AWG American Wire
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<b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #666666;">Battery size</span><span style="color: #535353;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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capacity (in Amp hours) you will need, you need to know the current consumption
of equipment (in Amp hours ) under the
conditions that you will be using it, plus the time before you can recharge the
batteries. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #111111; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">For long battery life, you need to
plan to use only 50% of the battery capacity and to recharge them within a few
days. You would only use up the full battery capacity if there was no other
option available.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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should always plan to recharge batteries fully in one day, although in winter
this may mean the equivalent of 2 hours of peak charge current from a panel.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Amps are used for Instantaneous current flow for a compressor fridge this could be 6 amps
when working hard, reducing to 2 amps when the contents have cooled down, then
zero when the thermostat cuts out.<br />
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Average current - amps - for a fridge you need to average out over 24 hours,
because the instantaneous current consumption varies with operations.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Total Current Consumption - Amp hours – mean you multiply amps by hours, so if
your fridge uses 2 amps average, then over 24 hours it will use 48 amp hours. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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comparable with battery capacity in amp hours. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #111111; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Also you can add amp hour usage for
different loads - e.g. if your Tent light uses 1 amp and you use it for 4 hours
a night i.e. 4 amp hours per day, then your total draw from the battery per day
will be 48 + 4 amp hours. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span><span style="color: #111111; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Anderson Powerpole 30 - these Red and Black connectors with silver contacts
are rated at 30 amps. They can take cable up to 10 Gauge or 5mmsq.<br />
</span><span style="color: #111111; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 20.8px;">Anderson</span><span style="color: #111111; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;"> SB50 - these are the smallest of the grey Anderson</span><span style="color: #111111; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;"> connectors, they have silver contacts, rated to 50 amps. They can
take cable up to 6 Gauge or 13mmsq.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 18.4px;">If more power is required for your project you can add either a <a href="http://jrautofix.blogspot.com/2014/06/jump-starter-guide.html" target="_blank">jumstarter</a></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 18.4px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 18.4px;">a deep cycle battery and use a solar panel to keep them charged.</span></div>
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car to buy considering the number of Brand available.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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with it and how new do you want it.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> Something to know is that </span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: yellow; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15pt; line-height: 115%;">a car loose a lot of
it’s value in the first 2 years</span><span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">. Sometime It's worth considering a second hand car ... it won't cost you so much ! and they are more negociable. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Brand do you like, diesel or petrol engine, how many seat, the look !<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span><b style="background-color: yellow;">what the yearly maintenance cost and what is the fuel consumption</b><span style="background-color: white;">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><u><span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">We have selected a few car to review:<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Mercedes GLC<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Starting price: $64,490<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Mercedes-Benz puts a premium on
comfort rather than sportiness.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The refinement and features of the
new medium-size luxury SUV are quite welcoming.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Lots of boot space at the back with
the hands-free tailgate system and there’s a rear 12-volt socket for a portable
fridge. The back seats fold to had more space.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the GLC 250, as are the 20-inch rims, keyless entry, tinted windows and a Driver
Assistance Package</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The 2.0-litre four-cylinder
turbo-petrol engine produces 155kW and 350Nm; it’s bookended in the GLC range
by a 2.1-litre turbo-diesel in two ratings: 125kW/400Nm (GLC 220 d) and
150kW/500Nm (GLC 250 d).</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The power is fed to all four wheels
via a nine-speed automatic transmission, which flicks smoothly and rapidly
through its ratios either automatically, or via paddle shifters on the leather
steering wheel.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Overall this car inspire safety and
performance.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Starting with the entry-level Luxury
model $52,500 plus on-roads</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">.</span><span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
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Lot’s of option are on offer:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">- front and rear parking sensors<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">heated and electrically-operated
front seats <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">satellite navigation.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Attention to detail and finish in the
cabin are brilliant quite compact for easier access for the driver.<br />
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The NX debuts a new 2.0-litre turbocharged engine – the first turbo engine for
Lexus.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><br />
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The resultant outputs - 175kW of power and 350Nm of torque – are on par with
prime rivals.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">It has fewer ratios than most rivals
(6 which typically have between seven and nine)</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Fuel claim average consumption of 7.7
litres per 100km, something which is in a mix of predominantly urban driving.</span><br />
<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><span style="font-size: large;">
The car feel more sporty as the suspension are firm.</span><br />
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Audi Q5 2.0 TFSI</b></span></div>
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Price: $63,600<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In the same range as the previous
cars. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">The Q5 has a strong athletic look,
while maintaining a nice air of pomp, too. Its well-proportioned body sits on
18-inch aluminium wheels, standard.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;">High gloss
blacks, carbon-fibre reinforced plastics, chrome, wood and leather finishes are
tastefully combined to create a luxurious finish.<br />
Engine: 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo petrol; 155kW/300Nm; 7-speed auto; Pros:
Strong engine teams nicely with slick auto; spacious and functional cabin;
classy inside and out; confident through corners.<br />
Cons: Firm ride; storage light-on up front; reversing camera optional<br />
This models is equipped with idle stop-start technology.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;">The
2.0-litre models turbo-petrol (TFSI) and (turbo-diesel) TDI guise. The diesel
engine develops 130kW at 4200rpm and 380Nm from 1750rpm, with the petrol engine
delivering 165kW at 4500rpm and 350Nm from 1500rpm.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Claimed fuel economy</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> <span style="background: white;">(L/100km): 7.9</span> </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt; text-decoration: none;">Toyota Kluger</span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;">Price
from: $40,990<br />
Engine: 3.5-litre V6, 201kW/337Nm<br />
Transmission: 6-speed auto, FWD<br />
Thirst: 10.2L/100km<br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;">The car its
spacious and has plenty of power just a quality car. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;">Durable,
capped price servicing is cheap, the engine is responsive and breaking power
top shelf. Very safe and reliable vehicle!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;"> Highway driving gets around 9.3ltrs per 100k.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;">The car
looks impressive and sounds really good when you put the foot down. Vision is
excellent.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;">Rear
camera has good vision and sensors are placed well. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;">Toyota
Kluger retains its trusty 3.5 litre petrol engine, however unlike most of its
competitors there is no diesel engine. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;">The engine
produces 201kW and 337Nm of torque, the engine is matched to a six-speed
automatic transmission.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 15pt;">Overall
the size of the car, with engine and the six-speed transmission</span> <span style="font-size: large;">affect
the fuel consumption.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 15.0pt; line-height: 115%;">As a mechanic point of view these car
are really good value the Mercedes being the more expensive I believe it would
also last longer.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Choosing a battery
for your car is not always easy considering the amount of information you can
find and the different types of battery available.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">It's important to be
well informed on the type of batteries that you can use.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Car battery don't
last for ever !<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">First thing to
consider is what is your budget.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">For the same car a
battery could cost between $70 to $300.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">In relation with the
price is the quality of your battery.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Your car battery
could last between 3 to 8 years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Once you have decided
what price, feature and quality you are considering you can start looking.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">The different
criteria to check when buying a car battery are:</span></h3>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Are you living in a hot or cold environment.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<span style="background: white; color: #444444; font-family: "times new roman" , "serif";">Hot
climates damage car batteries faster due to water loss, heat distortion and an
increase in corrosion. If you have a low <a href="http://jrautofix.blogspot.com/2013/08/sealed-lead-acid-battery-quick-test.html" target="_blank">maintenance</a> battery, it is important
to ensure it is topped up with electrolyte and batteries are kept in full state
of charge.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><br />
</span></b><span style="background: white; color: #444444; font-family: "times new roman" , "serif";">For
this reason calcium battery are better they last longer and shelf life,
greater overcharge acceptance and an increase in available power. </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #444444; font-family: "times new roman" , "serif";"><br />
</span><b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Wet-cell lead acid
batteries plate were made of </span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Antimony now manufacturer start to use more a<span style="background: white;">nd more calcium</span> .<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Calcium batteries can
be used with any cars.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Another parameter to check is the Battery
CHARGE Codes In the absence of a valid purchase receipt, an assessment of
the batteries age can be concluded by checking the charge code. <o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">This code is a
combination of a letter and number located on the top of the battery lid.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Battery date code
explained: 1st Digit = Month A to M (January to December) 2nd Digit =
Year 7= 2007, 8=2008 etc)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Dont
buy a battery from shop like Super cheap, Autobarn as you don't know how long
the batteries have been sitting there.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Find
a battery shop that buys them on a regular basis. That way the batteries are
fresh.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Battery feature to consider: <o:p></o:p></span></li>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="background: white; font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Maintenance free battery<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">-<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-stretch: normal;">
</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Traditional, wet-cell lead acid batteries</span><span style="background: white; font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">-<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-stretch: normal;">
</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="background: white; font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Charge indicator<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">-<span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-stretch: normal;">
</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Mounting flexibility </span><span style="background: white; font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Vibration resistance temperature tolerant</span><span style="background: white; font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Manufacturer
</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Most manufacturer are
in China (Century are Yuasa ), Odyssey is a quality brand made in the US.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"> </span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Check battery warranty 24 month should be the
minimum.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">The two main types of Batteries compared</span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"> If we compare <span style="background: white;">Maintenance free batteries and </span><b>Traditional, wet-cell lead
acid batteries</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"> The advantages
of a <b>wet-cell lead acid batteries are : </b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Advantages:</span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Longer life<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Lower initial cost<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Less sensitive to higher temperatures<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Perform better in heavy-duty applications<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<b><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">- Disadvantages:</span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Require adding water, specific gravity checks<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Electrolyte can spill and corrode<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Cool-down time needed
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">The advantage of
a <b><span style="background: white;">Maintenance
free batteries </span></b><span style="background: white;">are:</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">No watering required<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Reduced maintenance<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Opportunity charging is acceptable<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Little to no cool-down time necessary after
charging<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Sealed design prevents electrolyte spills,
corrosion<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<b><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Disadvantages:</span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Higher initial cost<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Must be charged on approved,
voltage-controlled charger<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Full cycle charging time is longer<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<b><span style="background: white; font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">In
shops you might come across deep cycle batteries they are not design for
Automotive purpose. </span></b></h4>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Automotive
batteries are designed to be <a href="http://jrautofix.blogspot.com/2015/11/how-to-charge-car-battery.html" target="_blank">fully charged</a> when starting the car; after
starting the vehicle, the alternator charge the battery and keep it fully
charged.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Deep
cycling an automotive battery will cause damage to the plates and shorten
battery life.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">What make the quality of the battery is the Material used.</span></b></h3>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">The main 2 used for Automotive batteries are:</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">1. Lead Antimony</span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"> ( Most commonly used ).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Advantages:</span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">1. Longer service
life than Calcium batteries. When well maintain.<br />
2. Easier to recharge when completely discharged.<br />
3. Lower cost.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">2. Lead Calcium</span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"> ( AC Delco maintenance free batteries ).<br />
Is a maintenance free lead acid battery which uses lead calcium cell plates.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Advantages:</span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"><br />
1. Larger electrolyte reserve area above the plates.<br />
2. Higher Cold Cranking Amp ratings.<br />
3. Little or No maintenance.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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has been around your vehicle and for how long it’s been flooded you might have
to carry out different checks and do the right assessment to evaluate if your is worth repairing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If your car has been flooded as a
general rule never attempt to start or drive it until a thorough inspection and<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">cleaning has been performed and any
necessary repairs have been carried out.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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flooded vehicle there is a minimum of checks to perform :<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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check for debris in the engine compartment, radiator area and under body, even
if the water doesn’t appear to have been very high.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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oil level in engines, transmissions, gearbox and differential s if it’s over
Max level this mean some water has entered.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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important to ensure key safety components, such as steering and brakes, are
functioning correctly after any water exposure. Contaminated fluids will cause
damage to components.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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there is a risk that water has entered the engine bay do not attempt to start
the engine. Water entry into the engine can lead to severe and expensive
damage. Water could be inside the cylinder depending on the car you can remove
the spark plug or injector for further inspections.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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alternators, wiper, window and other motors will rarely work immediately after
being submerged. Sometimes they will begin working after they have dried out, however
dismantling and cleaning or replacement may be necessary. Also your battery could have been affected it's preferable<a href="http://bit.ly/1EL28kw" target="_blank"> to check it</a></span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: Humanist521BT-Roman; font-size: 14.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Humanist521BT-Roman;">. </span></div>
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floods, fuel tanks can be contaminated by water. This can cause the vehicle to
stop running. Diesel fuel systems are particularly sensitive to water
contamination.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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component are usually sealed so they shouldn’t be affected. But on old car the
ignition system would prevent you to start the car if water was involved. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If the engine can safely be started, let
the engine run at idle for a short time and check that the cooling system is
regulating properly. Stop the engine and let it cool down for a few hours. Check
all the level again engine oil, coolant, brake fluid make sure there is no
water presence.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If everything seems OK try to take a
short drive, test the brakes (at low speed first) and look and listen for any
abnormalities. If nothing is evident, it’s probably okay to drive, however we
recommend that you have it checked over by a mechanic.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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If you want to test your car battery you really just need a voltmeter.<br />
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<span lang="EN-AU">The general rule is if the voltage is below 12 Volt when your car is not running your battery is weak.It should be above 13Volt.<br /><br />
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The second check to do is to monitor the voltage of the battery when you start
the car.If the voltage drop between 9.5V 11V the battery is weak if It drop
below 9.5V you need to change your battery or desulfate <a href="http://bit.ly/1D2mG7C">recondition it</a>.</div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">The third check to do is when your car is
running check the voltage again and it should be above 13.5 Volt which is what
is coming out of your alternator.<br />
This will make sure your alternator regulator is OK.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-AU">The best way to extend your battery life is
to keep it fully charged at all time.<br />
If you have a car that you don't often use disconnect the battery from the car
and use a battery charger to keep it full.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Battery can die suddenly weather condition
can affect the battery.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Mechanic those days use jump starter
(portable battery pack) more convenient to use than cables hooked to another
car.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Some <b><a href="http://bit.ly/1bFnEfs">Automotive Multimeter</a></b> multi function tester allow you to send
voltage to a relay that controls whether or not a fan switches on. You can
quickly test the voltage and polarity of a circuit or whether it's short or
open, check continuity, locate cylinders which are misfiring, measure frequency
of ignition pulses, test solenoids, lights and more. To top it all off the easy
to read LCD is backlit so it's perfect for the dark services of an engine bay. </span></div>
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JRAutofixhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15076904359286824694noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2143894584993031845.post-11962073131906891602015-01-05T20:57:00.003-08:002015-01-05T21:02:21.655-08:0010 Critical Tips for Maintaining your Car Tyres<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span lang="EN-AU">Preparing for your next trip it's important to include a Tyre check, you don't want to have a tyre blow up while traveling with your family!</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Also buying tyres for your vehicle is a
significant financial investment, so it’s wise to find out how to take care of
your tyres so they will last as long as possible, Correct maintenance of tyres will also increase safety for yourself, your passengers
and the occupants of other vehicles.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">It is both illegal and dangerous to drive
with non-roadworthy tyres.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Proper maintenance should ensure safer
driving and prolong the life of your tyres.</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-AU">Legal tread depth minimum is
1.5mm. it's wise to replace tyres at 2 mm, as wet-weather grip is diminished
when there is only a small amount of tread.</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-AU">Check the air pressure at least
once a month, or more All tyres slowly deflate over a period of time.the tyre
placard. Tyre pressure may need to vary according to driving conditions and
load. The tyre placard, fixed in a front door aperture or in another accessible
part of your vehicle, specifies the vehicle manufacturer's requirements for
wheel and tyre, air pressure, load capacity and speed rating.</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-AU">Ensure caps are fitted to tyre
valves to prevent the entry of dust that may allow air to escape.</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-AU">Regularly check tyres for wear
such as tears or bruises on sidewalls as well as embedded objects like nails,
stones, bulges and if found have the tyre checked by a dealer for internal
damage.</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-AU">Have a wheel balance, Regular
wheel balances will help to improve your vehicle's control and avoid vibration.</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-AU">alignment performed annually or
if there has been severe impact with a
kerb or pothole or when replacing tyres this will maximise the life of your
tyres by ensuring your tyres wear evenly..</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-AU">Tyres can be rotated to
maximise their life span, but Match the same tyre treads on the same axle.
Different brands grip differently which can cause handling problems if
mismatched.</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-AU">Ensure tyres do not impact with
the kerb when parking.</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-AU">Remember to check the pressure
and condition of your spare tyre at the same time.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Tyre
maintenance advice<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Replacing Your Tyres, ensure tyre
replacement occurs as soon as it becomes necessary.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Several factors will impact on the expected
lifespan of new and reconditioned tyres, with driving style, proper car maintenance
and driving conditions all contributing to their longevity.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Driving style</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Sensible driving habits are the best way to
preserve your tyres; performing stunts like burnouts, drifting and emergency
braking will impact negatively on tyres.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Tyre rotation<br />
Tyres are often moved from one position on the car to another to ensure even
wear and tear. Front tyres carry more of the car’s weight and they are part of
the transmission and steering so they tend to wear out quicker than the rear
tyres, so rotating the tyres can extend their life. <br />
There are four common types of tyre rotation:</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">a. Cross rotation</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">b. Straight rotation</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">c. 5 tyre rotation</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">d. 4 Wheel drive</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Wheel alignment and balance<br />
Wheel alignment is the process of properly aligning the wheels and axles. It
ensures that your car handles at its optimum level, increasing safety as well
as protecting tyres against premature wear and saving fuel. Wheel balancing
balances the wheel and tyres. It protects the bearings and suspension, prevents
premature tyre wear and stops vibration. Out of balance wheels, and the
vibration they cause, is typically most noticeable when driving at high speeds.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-AU">Repair and replacement<br />
If you are in any doubt as to the roadworthiness of your tyres, you should take
them to a specialist to check. Specialists can check the internal condition of
the tyre as well as the outside, comply with all proper procedures for
disassembling, repairing and re-assembling, ensure compliance with all legal
and manufacturer’s requirements and ensure the tyre is re-fitted optimally.</span></div>
JRAutofixhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15076904359286824694noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2143894584993031845.post-46025316919837021832014-12-17T18:58:00.004-08:002015-11-25T22:38:31.167-08:00Easy Techniques To avoid a Battery Faillure!<div align="center" style="text-align: -webkit-center;">
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All batteries will fail at some point, when they have been in use for longer periods of time. But premature battery failure is one of the main frustrations people face.</div>
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Common thinking is that turning devices off extends battery life, but what happens is the opposite. Devices consume more power when they are starting up, so turning them off is not such a good idea if they are going to be switched on frequently.</div>
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Cars and Other Automobiles</div>
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It is important to protect the car battery from high under the hood temperatures with the use of a case or a heat shield. The battery life can be extended by keeping the battery charged at all times. Electrolyte levels will have to be checked frequently during the hot months.</div>
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For any battery, the most important factor to consider is the temperature. Ensuring they are not exposed to too much heat can extend the life of a battery. It is common sense that high temperatures lead to faster chemical reactions. They need to be watered more often with only deionized or demineralized water. However, rain water is a good substitute in an emergency. In addition to the temperature, a reduction in the number of discharge/charge cycles significantly improves battery service life. In extremely cold climates, the car battery needs to be continuously kept fully charged when not in use.</div>
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More advice for a Safer Battery <a href="http://bit.ly/1ArAWm5">Here</a> ...</div>
JRAutofixhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15076904359286824694noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2143894584993031845.post-78924180312003890412014-06-19T22:44:00.002-07:002015-11-25T22:13:58.175-08:00Jump starter guide<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>How to safely jump start a vehicle</b></div>
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The reasons why your battery could be flat are: </div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->The change of weather temperature has affected
your battery</div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Your alternator is faulty and not charging your
battery</div>
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your battery</div>
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your alternator to fully recharge the battery<br />
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<u>What you can do to get your car going again:</u></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Use a pair of jump start cable with another
vehicle that has a working battery to jump start your engine.</div>
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you could push start the vehicle.</div>
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So if you own a jump starter you won’t have to flag down another
vehicle for a jump start.</div>
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<u>The jump starter:</u></div>
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It’s recommended to use a jump starter that can provide 600
Amp to start a car. If not there are just booster and if your battery is dead
it won’t be enough.</div>
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Before you proceed make sure your jump starter is fully
charged it’s important to keep them fully charged at all time not just for
readiness but also because it’s better for the battery it will last longer.</div>
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Before you connect it to your car check your battery
connection to make sure it’s clean with no corrosion.</div>
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Make sure your vehicles lights, A/C, stereo, cigarette
lighter port and anything else consuming electricity from your battery is off. </div>
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<u>How to use a jump starter:</u></div>
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The jump starter in off position.</div>
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Connect the positive (+ Red)clamp to your battery’s positive
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Connect the negative (- Black)clamp to an unpainted metallic
surface (frame, engine bolt) .</div>
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Do not connect onto the negative terminal of the battery.</div>
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Turn the jump starter on.</div>
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Crank your vehicle for 5 seconds maximum. If the vehicle doesn’t
start wait a few minutes and try again.<br />
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<u>To remove it:<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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battery’s positive terminal.</div>
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Keep your car running so that your alternator recharge your
battery.</div>
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Recharge the jump starter.</div>
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<u>Other main functions:<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Some jump starter include a compressor which is
convenient if you have a flat tire or want to inflate some a mattress. </div>
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You won’t have to use your car battery for the compressor.<br />
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cigarette lighter and 240Volt connection this allow you to connect different
accessories.</div>
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<u>Recharging your jump starter:</u></div>
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It’s important to have a 240Volt and a 12V cigarette lighter
plug to recharge your jump starter on the road.</div>
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JRAutofixhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15076904359286824694noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2143894584993031845.post-75077488984733281972014-02-20T19:08:00.002-08:002014-02-20T19:08:52.301-08:003 Car Maintenance Tips<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Your car need some maintenance to be performed to stay in good condition, but if not performed that could cost you a lot of money in the long run.<br />
Also some simple tasks can be performed by yourself but not everything.<br />
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The most important part to consider in your car is :<br />
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<li>The timing belt. Not every car has a timing belt, some have a timing chain which does not need to be changed.</li>
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A timing belt on the other hand is basically a rubber belt which controls the timing and motion of your entire engine. It is little wonder then that this eventually wears out and must be replaced.<br />
The bad news is that it’s a long, tedious task due the number of parts which rely on the timing belt. In most cases, the side of the engine must be almost completely pulled apart to replace the timing belt.<br />
Each car will have a different timing belt maintenance schedule; however the average is to change it at around every 100,000 km or less. It is very important that you adhere to this routine as a snapped timing belt can spell the end of your engine.<br />
It is not recommended to change your timing belt yourself; however this car maintenance tip is vital so I felt I should mention it here.<br />
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<li>Obviously one of the biggest car maintenance tips involves changing the engine oil. This should be done every 5000 km.</li>
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Changing the oil stops the engine from getting sludgy. When this happens the parts will not fluidly work together, which can cause a whole stack of problems. Oil changes can be done yourself and generally cost no more than $20 for the oil. You will want to change the oil filter every second oil change as well. These can be bought for around $15 or less, depending on your type of car.<br />
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<li>Tires are another important car maintenance tip. Your tires should be regularly inspected for wear and punctures. Tires should be replaced every 2-3 years, depending on tire type and what sort of surfaces you drive on.</li>
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These are just a few car maintenance tips which hopefully will help you to keep your car in safe and perfect condition!<br />
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