Archive for April, 2010

Leaf Spring Brackets

Most people don’t realize what an expensive, time consuming, headache inducing endeavor towing can be. To casual observers, they see a trailer being towed down the highway, and they assume that it’s as simple as hooking one up to the other and driving. Those who have had to tow trailers know that it is quite […]

Firestone Tires

The Firestone Tire and Rubber Company was one of the innovators in the tire industry. The company has continued to grow in popularity over the past century. Now, Firestone tires are one of the most common choices and can be found at various auto parts stores. Whether buying new tires for high performance vehicles, race […]

Universal Fiberglass Hood Scoops

People like fast-looking cars. It’s just a fact of life, and it’s one that hasn’t changed at all in the last century. And one of the best ways to make your car look fast is a hood scoop. For those who don’t know exactly what a hood scoop is, it’s an elevated air vent on […]

Truck Floor Mats

When shopping for new truck floor mats you may be surprised to learn just how many options there are to choose from. Most people may not be aware of how many choices they will have when they start looking around. Some people feel that car floor mats are there to serve a purpose while others […]

Blow Off Valve

The blow off valve is an important part of any working turbocharged engine. The blowoff valve works as a pressure release system which is responsible for stopping a compressor surge from occurring and minimizing the amount of wear that the engine receives from heavy usage. The blow off is also referred to as the hooter […]

Throw Out Bearing

The throw out bearing is the integral part of the clutch. In essence, the throw out bearing is the part of the clutch that allows the gears of the car to shift. When you press on the clutch pedal, it sets off a chain reaction that puts the throw out bearing in play. The throw […]

Windshield Washer Nozzles

Every car owner, at some time or other, has to clean his or her car’s windshield. This helps them have a clear view while driving, and also adds helps to beautify the interior and exterior of the car. The windshield washer nozzle is an accessory which makes it easier to clean the glass quickly and […]

Backup Camera System

Backup camera systems were first developed to solve the problem that large tucks and passenger busses had when they had to back up on public streets. The drivers of these types of vehicles that had backup camera systems installed are now able to back up a lot easier because they can see behind them. Because […]

Alternator Voltage Regulator

Most vehicles these days require an alternator to keep the car battery charged at all times. Without an alternator our car battery would drain while trying to start our vehicle along with powering all the other components that require the battery’s juice to work. The battery is not only used to get the car started […]

Nitrous Oxide Kits

Nitrous oxide kits for cars are probably most famous for their role in Fast and Furious. Called “NOS,” shorthand for a company called Nitrous Oxide Systems,” nitrous oxide became known giving a speed boost to cars, even to those who had no real interest in the topic. It’s ironic, because nitrous oxide is a product […]