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How To Jump Start A Manual Car Without Another Car
Learning how to jump start your car battery without another car can save you a lot of time and hassle as well as get you out of trouble in a...
Why Is The Check Engine Light On In My Toyota Corolla?
Your check engine light just came on, now what do you do? It's happens to all of us. You're driving along and then out of the corner of your eye...
How To Drive A Manual Car Smoothly
It's easier than you think With manual transmission cars, starting smoothly requires you to have a good feel for when the clutch "bites." A great way to find that "bite"...
The Do's & Dont's of Changing A Tire
The Do's of Tire Change 1. Apply the brakes Always do this. The last thing you want is for your car to move whilst you're in the middle of changing...
How To Maintain Your Torque Wrench
Torque wrenches are precision tools and should be treated with the utmost care. Maintaining your torque wrench requires regular checking for wear and tear as well as keeping a close...
How To Use Circlip Pliers
Circlip pliers (also known as snap ring pliers) are used to remove and insert internal or external circlips. But how do you use them correctly? Step 1 Insert the...
5 Tips When Using Wrenches / Spanners
Most commonly used to provide mechanical advantage and grip when turning objects or to prevent objects form turning, a wrench (or 'spanner' as it is widely called in some parts...
10 Tips When Using Socketry
Sockets are a vital tool in any automotive garage. Tightening and loosening fasteners, a day doesn't go by without picking one of these up. But how do you use them...
11 Easy Ways To Take Care Of Your Tool Storage
It's so important to take proper care of your tool storage. Your storage is the centre point of everything you do. It's the baseline from where you start your work,...
8 Things You Should Know About Your Torque Wrench
A torque wrench isn't just a purchase, it's an investment. Here are 8 things to help you care for it. 1. The Right Drive Always use the correct drive...
How To Take Care Of Your Tools
If you take care of your tools they will be able to take care of the job when you need them. As well as preserving the lifespan of a tool...
How To Use A Brick Hammer
A brick layer hammer or masonry hammer is one of the most popular and used tools in a mason's tool setup. It can be used for cutting, cleaning and setting...