Monthly Archives: November 2021

Classic power steering uses a power steering pump to move pressurized hydraulic oil to provide assistance, while some modern designs use electric motors instead.

The oil pump lubricates the running engine by supplying oil to the engine. This lubrication prevents the metal parts of the engine from contacting each other. The oil pump also absorbs heat from engine components when the engine is running.

Suspension components are the second most important feature of your car. They are the messenger between the tires and your brain, making you believe that your car will behave the way you want.

While you can drive with a broken wheel bearing, you really shouldn't be.

Spoilers can make cars look better (or worse), but in the long run, how much do they actually help the car?

Among car enthusiasts, the terms wing and spoiler are often used interchangeably. This is a mistake. Not only are the definitions of wings and spoilers different, but their purpose is also different. Below we will introduce the basic terms and functions of each and how to identify them.

A valve cover gasket seals the valve cover to the top portion of the engine cylinder head. The gasket prevents motor oil from leaking out as it travels around the camshafts, rockers and valves. In addition, many spark plug ports are sealed by the valve cover gasket.

You'll want to keep up on regular vehicle maintenance, while also paying close attention to season-specific car care tasks. Shop high-quality car parts and give your car a new look.

Vehicle ventilation flaps are controlled by air door actuators. In the past, these were operated by vacuum and had either an open or closed position. Newer vehicles use electric motors to open and close the flaps, which allows for partial opening on some actuators. These motors are prone to fail as the vehicle ages, and often the only fix is to simply replace them.

When you step on the gas pedal, you want your car to move. Although you may not realize what happened, the throttle body is the beginning of the whole process. But over time, your throttle body may wear out or become very dirty.