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How to Keep Your Car New?

 CarWash.com has all the information about how to keep your car new.  Besides regularly taking your car through a professional car wash, there are some more tricks to keep your car as clean as the day you bought it.

All-Weather Floor Mats: Nothing spoils the appearance of the interior more than the old worn out and stained floor mats that came with your car. Replace them with custom fit rubber floor mats. They'll protect your carpets for the life of the car, and also be much easier to clean. These are available from your dealer or WeatherTech.
 
Cargo Liners: Protects your trunk and cargo area from wear and tear. If you haul a lot of stuff or have pets, these are a must. Custom fit liners are available from your dealer, or WeatherTech as above.
 
Sheepskin Seat Covers: They protect your seats from wear and tear, and they're much more comfortable than vinyl and leather. No more hot seats in the summer, or cold seats in the winter. Custom fit covers and pads available from AutoSport.
 
Scotchgard™ Auto Fabric Protector: Protects your fabric upholstery and carpet from stains caused by spilled liquids. The liquid will "bead" on the fabric where it can be blotted up with a towel instead of absorbing into the fibers. If you have fabric upholstery and small children or pets, this is a must. Best applied when the car is new, or after the upholstery has been cleaned. I charge $35.00 for this added service on most cars.          
 
Convertible Tops: If your car is a convertible, please follow the instructions in the owner's manual to prevent damage to the top. If water doesn't "bead" on your top, it needs to be cleaned properly and waterproofed with protectant. Convertible tops are expensive to repair or replace, but with the proper care can last the life of the car.
 
Keep Your Car Garaged: Keep your car out of the sun whenever possible. Exposure to the hot sun will dry out the paint, plastic, rubber, upholstery, etc., and cause everything to fade and discolor over time. Add to this the damage caused by acid rain, fallout, tree sap, bird droppings and other contaminants, it's easy to see why keeping your car garaged is so beneficial.
 
Wash and Wax Your Car Often: Wash your car often to remove contaminants before they can damage the paint. Then to keep your car looking its best, I recommend you have it cleaned and waxed with an Express Detail at least once a year if it's garaged, or at least every six months if it's left outside.

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Keep Your Engine in The Perfect Shape

The proper care of the parts of your car is just as important as the detailing.  Here are some great ways to tune up your engine, and to make sure it is always in proper working order.

Take Care of the Basics

Replacing spark plugs, timing belts, hoses and filters at proper intervals require attention from a mechanic who is well-qualified with the latest service bay tools and technology.


Cars Aren't What They used to Be

Today's engine requires more than just a traditional tune-up. Bring your vehicle to technicians who can bring a high-tech approach to your sophisticated systems and onboard computers.


Inspect the Air Filters

The air filter helps remove debris from the air entering the combustion chamber of the engine. Your air filter can become dirty and clogged too. Inspect and replace your air filter at regular intervals to avoid problems.


Watch the Dirt

If you drive on dirt roads or do a lot of stop-and-go driving, you should check your air filter more frequently.

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Car Battery Tips and Tricks

Your car battery can be a source of problems for your car, if you do not know how to properly take care of it.  Here are some great tips and tricks to extend the life of your battery using items you can find at home.

Aspirin
If you get behind the wheel only to discover that your car’s battery has given up the ghost — and there’s no one around to give you a jump — you may be able to get your vehicle started by dropping two aspirin tablets into the battery itself. The aspirin’s acetylsalicylic acid will combine with the battery’s sulfuric acid to produce one last charge. Just be sure to drive to your nearest service station.

Baking Soda
Eliminate the corrosive buildup on your car’s battery terminals. Scrub them clean using an old toothbrush and a mixture of 3 tablespoons baking soda and 1 tablespoon warm water. Wipe them off with a wet towel and dry with another towel. Once the terminals have completely dried, apply a bit of petroleum jelly around each terminal to deter future corrosive buildup.

Epsom Salt
Is your car battery starting to sound as if it won’t turn over? Worried that you’ll be stuck the next time you try to start your car? Give your battery a little more life with this potion. Dissolve about an ounce of Epsom salt in warm water and add it to each battery cell.

Petroleum Jelly
It’s no coincidence that your car battery always dies on the coldest winter day. Low temperatures increase electrical resistance and thicken engine oil, making the battery work harder. Corrosion on the battery terminals also increases resistance and might just be the last straw that makes the battery give up. Before winter starts, disconnect the terminals and clean them with a wire brush. Reconnect, then smear with petroleum jelly. The jelly will prevent corrosion and help keep the battery cranking all winter long.

Soda
Yes, it’s true, the acidic properties of soda pop will help to eliminate corrosion from your car battery. Nearly all carbonated soft drinks contain carbonic acid, which helps to remove stains and dissolve rust deposits. Pour some soda over the battery terminals and let it sit. Remove the sticky residue with a wet sponge.

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