Diesel Won’t Start after Fuel Filter Drain

chito Diesel, Fuel, Repair

So today I started draining my fuel/water separator – this is something that needs to be done a couple times a week. Drain it in a clear container and check for water. If you don’t drain it, the filter can fill up with water and your truck will fail to start. I’m only supposed to drain about two tablespoons and …

Squeaky Car

chito Repair

If your car squeaks it can be quite irritating. Not just for you but for your neighbors.  Yes the repairs can be expensive that’s why it squeaks first to let you know that there’s metal to metal contact. The fastest and cheapest solution is to lubricate it. Chassis lubrication is fairly inexpensive and can be completed with fairly low skill, …

Twenty Reasons Why Your Engine is Overheating

a1auto Maintenance, Repair

In this Truck Radiator guide we are going to go over 20 reasons why your engine may be overheating. There are many causes of engine overheating and while we won’t go over all of them, we will point out some of the main causes of engine overheating and point you in the right direction for solving a overheating problem. Many …

Why do my tires keep losing air?

a1auto Maintenance, Repair

When you have a flat or under-inflated tire, the first thing you look for is a puncture or tear. But what do you do when your tires are not visibly damaged?There are two main reasons why tires lose air with no obvious injury: valve stem failure and mounting problems. Age, exposure to contaminants, and stress can cause these parts of …

Wheel & Tire

a1auto Maintenance, Repair

Tire alignment, also known as wheel alignment, can help your tires perform properly and help them last longer. It can also improve handling and keep your vehicle from pulling in one direction or vibrating strangely on the road. WHAT IS TIRE ALIGNMENT? Alignment refers to an adjustment of a vehicle’s suspension – the system that connects a vehicle to its …