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How To Jump Start A Manual Car Without Another Car
Posted on April 20 2020
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 pinch. It's a simple and straightforward process and only takes a few steps. Â Â Jump Start A Car With...
Why Is The Check Engine Light On In My Toyota Corolla?
Posted on March 27 2020
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 you notice a yellow light. Uh oh. It's the check engine light. Do you break into full-on panic mode? Do...
How To Drive A Manual Car Smoothly
Posted on March 23 2020
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" is to try and hold your position when stopped on an incline. As soon as you can hold your position it's...
The Do's & Dont's of Changing A Tire
Posted on November 14 2019
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 your tire. Â 2. Do it in an open space A large space allows you to move easily as well...
How To Maintain Your Torque Wrench
Posted on October 31 2019
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 eye on potential defective parts. The more you use your torque wrench the faster is will begin to show signs...
How To Use Circlip Pliers
Posted on October 30 2019
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? Â Step 1 Insert the circlip plier tips into the holes of the circlips you are looking to install. Â Step 2 Once the pliers...
5 Tips When Using Wrenches / Spanners
Posted on October 29 2019
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 of the world) is the single most used tool in any workshop. But how do you use them correctly? Â ...
10 Tips When Using Socketry
Posted on October 28 2019
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 correctly?  1. The right drive Use the correct drive of ratchet or accessory to suit the size of fastening...
11 Easy Ways To Take Care Of Your Tool Storage
Posted on October 25 2019
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, it helps you streamline your jobs and makes you more productive. If your storage is in good shape you can...
8 Things You Should Know About Your Torque Wrench
Posted on October 21 2019
A torque wrench isn't just a purchase, it's an investment. Here are 8 things to help you care for it. Â 1. The Right Drive Always use the correct drive of torque wrench to suit the size of fastening you need to turn and how much torque you need to...
How To Take Care Of Your Tools
Posted on September 27 2019
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 proper tool care also makes jobs easier, faster and safer to perform. Tools are extremely tough but they are not...
How To Use A Brick Hammer
Posted on September 13 2019
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 bricks, stone or masonry. The two sides of the head are very different from each other and for good reason....
How To Use A Dead Blow Hammer
Posted on September 04 2019
A dead blow hammer is a specialized mallet which absorbs tremors when the hammer strikes. It is an extremely useful tool as it minimises damage to a struck surface and it's minimal rebound helps to avoid accidental damage to precision work, especially when working in tight areas. Â Top Tips...
6 Top Tips For Using Screwdrivers
Posted on September 03 2019
Screwdrivers are one of the most commonly tools used but would you believe, they are also one of the most misused and abused hand tools of all. Â Keep your screwdrivers in good shape with these top tips: Â 1. Never use a screwdriver to do another tools job i.e....
10 Basic Safety Rules For Using Hand Tools
Posted on August 28 2019
Hand tools are such a common part of our lives but they can also be dangerous if misused incorrectly. Reduce the chance of an accident by following the below safety measures. Â 1. Inspect regularly Regularly inspect your tools to make sure that they are in good condition. Â 2....
How To Use A Wrench
Posted on August 26 2019
Wrenches are an essential item for any tool box. Used for tightening or loosening nuts, bolts and screws, every tool setup should have an extensive range at-hand.  How to use a wrench  1. Choose the right wrench for the job Always choose the right size wrench jaw size...
How To Use A Socket Wrench
Posted on August 19 2019
A socket wrench or ratchet allows you to turn nuts and bolts with more ease than using a regular wrench. The ratcheting feature allows you to keep the wrench on the bolt eliminating the need to refit the wrench every time you need to make a turn. This is ideal...
How To Organize Your Messy Garage
Posted on August 16 2019
Having a garage is awesome It can be a space for storing things but more importantly, it can also be your mecca for working on those side projects or even full-time projects late into the night and at weekends. However, having a garage can also be a messy affair. Even...
How to Convert Foot-Pounds (ft/lbs) to Newton-Meters (Nm)
Posted on August 14 2019
One foot pound is the work done by a force of one pound acting through a distance of one foot, in the direction of the force. How to Convert Foot-Pounds (ft/lbs) to Newton-Meters (Nm) To convert newton-meters (Nm) to foot-pounds (ft/lbs) all you need to do is divide the foot-pounds...
How to Convert a Newton-Meter (Nm) to Foot-Pounds (ft/lbs)
Posted on August 12 2019
Newton-meters (Nm) and foot-pounds (ft/lbs) are the metric and imperial measures for torque, which measures the way in which a force turns an object around an axis. One foot-pound (ft/lb) is equal to 1.356 newton-meters (Nm). To convert newton-meters (Nm) to foot-pounds (ft/lbs) all you need to do is divide...
How To Use A Cable Cutters
Posted on August 08 2019
Contractors, construction workers, hobbyists etc. use cable cutters to cut through various types of cable. As cable is often thick and covered with tough casing, a cutters must have strong blades and they must efficiently leverage the users power. Â How to use a cable cutters Ensure that the cable...
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