2015

  • Chipped Paint? No Problem

    Do not allow a fender bender to ruin your day because your automobile has a few spots that are missing paint as a result of the accident. Learn how to repair the damaged areas with some basic materials by following the instructions listed below. Once you are finished, your vehicle's appearance will be restored to its former one and your worries will be eliminated. Supplies Needed automotive detergent water hose bucket stiff-bristled scrub brush electric sander sandpaper (different grits) touch up primer pen automotive touch up paint buffing pad automotive compound lint-free cloth Clean The Damaged Spots And Remove Loose Paint
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  • Four Tips To Restoring An RV For Many More Miles And Road Trips

    If you like living on the road and enjoying time traveling, an old RV can be rewarding. There are many old RVs that you can buy for next to nothing and do the restoration yourself. You may want to completely gut an RV and restore it with modern features and design. Here are some tips to help you if you are restoring and RV for your next road trip: 1. Start With A Plan Of Things You Want To Do And Need To Do
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  • Damaged Car Door: Different Methods For Dealing With The Problem

    When your car door is damaged, you should know the different methods for handling the issue. By having this information, you can determine which repair method works best for your situation. Self-Repair Options For minor dents, you may have the ability to repair it yourself. When it comes to self-repair options, you need to be aware of how each one works. The first option is to purchase a dent removal tool that helps you pop out the dent.
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  • Selling Your Car? 5 Ways To Help It Sell Better

    If you are planning on selling your vehicle, you want to get as much money as you can for it. In order to do this, your vehicle needs to be in tip-top shape – or as close it as possible. Here are a few things that you can do to get the vehicle ready for the road, increase its potential value and likely sell it faster: 1. Inspect Your Tires
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  • How To Choose The Best Sandblasting Media For Your Situation

    Sandblasting is the process of taking some sort of media, such as sand, grit, or silicone beads, and forcefully propelling them towards a hard surface. Any paint that is on the hard surface will be stripped away as a result of this process. There are many different types of sandblasting media to choose from, and a novice sandblaster might feel overwhelmed at all of the possibilities. In order to make the choice easier, follow these tips.
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  • Learn How To Remove Small Dents And Add Touch-Up Paint To Your Car's Hood

    If your car's hood has suffered some minor hail damage, you can remove small dents and add touch up paint to repair it. Once you have finished, the previous blemishes will be virtually undetectable. Use The Following Items sponge soapy water water hose rubber mallet wood block hand plunger electric sander course and fine grit sandpaper primer pen touch up paint tack cloth rubbing compound polishing cloth Clean The Hood And Remove The Dents
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  • Windshield Injuries: Time To Repair Or Replace?

    Windshield damage is an unpleasant reality of owning and operating a vehicle. It's inevitable – if you drive on any road for any amount of time, that critical piece of glass is going to get chipped sooner or later. After a fender-bender or after a rock jumps up and slaps your windshield, your first question is likely, "Can it be repaired, or do I have to pay for a replacement?" Your collision repair or windshield specialist has the final word on this count, but these basic crack characteristics may help you assess the damage.
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  • Don't Pass Off Auto Body Damage As A Small Issue

    When a vehicle is involved in a small accident, you may wonder if repairs are worth the time. A few dents on the hood or door may not seem like much at first, but the wrong dent in the wrong place could have some serious consequences for your driving and gas mileage. Before ignoring the problem and letting it linger for years, consider a few problems that dents could cause, which may have a sizable impact on your wallet in the long run.
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  • Don't Damage That Top: Proper Care Instructions For Convertible Tops

    Although the top on your convertible is likely to spend more time down than up during nice weather, it's still essential that you take proper care of it all year. After all, the more thoroughly you care for your convertible top, the longer it is likely to last for you. Here are some tips to help you care for your convertible car top and keep it in good condition. Stocking Up on Supplies
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  • Repairing A Scraped Paint Spot On Your Vehicle

    If you have a spot on your vehicle where paint has become scraped, taking it to an auto body repair shop would be best in repairing it so it will not be noticed. If the scrape is not very large, however, you may want to give a try at repairing the area yourself. Here are some instructions you can use to help you repair a scratched paint job on your vehicle.
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