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Survival Tactics

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Surviving the financial mess we’re in can’t possibly be achieved by cutting expenses alone. It’s going to take intelligent strategies and clever tactics ... and probably a whole bunch of luck. Chances are, you’ve already trimmed your operation down to the bone anyway, and you might even have started...
 
 
How To: Avoid Getting Ripped Off By Your Mechanic

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ook one of my cars to the mechanic about three weeks ago. He told me it would be $2,000 to have it repaired. Since I am so busy this time of year, I decided to take it back for the repair the first week of January. Guess what? He...
 
 
5 Ways to Waste Money on Your Car
When the rubber hits the road, it doesn't take long to learn that owning a car can get expensive fast. Whether you love to drive or can't imagine life without your shiny set of wheels, it pays to take a detour around these five ways to waste money on...
 
 
Trick For The Engine...

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As the son of a mechanic of 40 yrs, I also for 28 yrs, and 2 sons now mechanics, I inherited what my dad called his secret formula on tuneups. Now I am referring to old Carb engines of the past and those that may be still running today. What...
 
 
10 Easy Ways to Mess Up a Good Tractor
We know you've never done any of these. But the next time your neighbor does, you'll know how to fix it. Tractors are loyal servants. Still, they cannot always overcome the misguided operating skills of their owners. Their rush to finish a job—and their firm belief that warning lights are only...
 
 
5 Things Your Car Doesn't Need

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By some estimates, the automotive aftermarket has swollen to a $295 billion-a-year industry. A lot of useful products are being sold at auto parts stores and specialty outlets all over the country. But for every company that sells quality replacement parts and other products for your vehicle, there are 10...
 
 
Drive Cheaper: Five Ways To Cut Down Your Driving Costs

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Car ownership has gotten more expensive than ever, and when economic times are tough, owning a car can be a real financial strain. Here are five ways you can lower the cost of ownership and drive cheaper1. Cut your fuel consumptionWhen gas prices are low, thoughts of eco-driving tend to...
 
 
Why is a Mobile Mechanic the Better Alternative?

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You've probably heard the jingles on TV, but most people don’t know enough about the benefits of using a mobile mechanic to even consider one. Actually, there are quite a few real, tangible positives in using a mobile mechanic compared to going to a regular workshop. We look at why...
 
 
Big Truck Preventive Maintenance Reduces Future Breakdowns & Added Costs

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"A" Service: grease the fifth wheel platform, change the filters and top off the fluids; "B" Service (AKA "the big one"): oil change, filter change, replace tires if needed, replace brake shoes if needed, etc.; and "C" Service: the federal inspection which must be done annually. Money saving tip: Preventive maintenance can help...
 
 
WHAT IS THE MAIN INGREDIENT OF WD-40?

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Before you read to the end, does anybody know what the main ingredient of WD-40?  Don't lie and don't cheat ........................   WD-40 - Who knew! I had a neighbor who bought a new pickup.  I got up very early one Sunday morning and saw that someone had spray...
 
 
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