2015

  • At The Auto Body Shop After Your First Fender Bender? Here Are Some Things You Should Know

    If this is the first time you've ever been in a minor fender bender with another car, you might expect to go to an auto body shop. However, you might not know what to expect. Use the following tips to make sure that you get your car back quickly and without overspending. Choose Your Own Body Shop You have likely contacted your insurance company to report the accident and get their recommendations for a local body shop, but you have to know that you need not use any of those recommendations. [Read More]

  • Here's What You Need to Know About Aluminum Auto Body Repairs

    A growing trend in auto body technology is manufacturing components out of aluminum rather than steel. As car makers try to build vehicles that are simultaneously lighter and safer, they are adding more aluminum or aluminum-coated exterior components such as hoods and doors. It's not a new concept, but using aluminum for these large parts has traditionally been too expensive for anything but luxury vehicles. However, with improvements in recycling technology it's become more feasible for cars and trucks on the mass market. [Read More]

  • Repairing A Gash In Your Car's Plastic Bumper Cover: What To Expect

    You love the streamlined look on your car, but all it takes is an impact at 15 miles per hour to destroy the appearance of your plastic bumper cover. This means that a vehicle backing up, a wayward skateboard, or even a tiny bump from behind while on the road can lead to a nasty gash on your plastic bumper cover. While this type of damage is certainly superficial in appearance, it can make your car look less fresh and can make you shake your head in dismay every time you see it. [Read More]

  • Repairing Paint Chips On Your Vehicle's Exterior

    If you recently had an occurrence where your vehicle was tapped by another, and you sustained a few spots where the paint had become chipped down to the metal, you may have considered trying to repair the damage on your own since your insurance deductible may not cover the cost. Fixing paint chipped areas is a job you can do on your own with the proper tools and a bit of time. Here are some instructions to follow when repairing small, chipped areas on your vehicle. [Read More]

  • How To Make Small Repairs To Your Auto Body

    Many people think that it is much too difficult to make auto body repairs on their own. In fact, patching small holes on your auto body surface is actually not that difficult if you have the right materials. This article will explain how to patch small dents, dings and holes on your car surface. With a little bit of practice and direction, you can master the simple technique and fix small holes before they become a serious problem. [Read More]

  • Points To Keep In Mind Regarding Collision Repair

    Getting rear-ended or sideswiped by another vehicle may be a difficult thing to contend with, but it is essential that you learn how to bounce back from it, in order to protect yourself and to fix your vehicle. This guide will explain some of the most practical pieces of advice that you must know as a driver, so that you receive the necessary collision repair. Follow this information, so that you are taken care of and so that your car is returned to its quality condition. [Read More]

  • What's The Difference Between A Timing Belt And A Timing Chain?

    Your car requires some kind of device to make sure that its timing is correct. The correct timing happens when the camshaft and the crankshaft happen in sync. This allows the cylinders and pistons that make up your car's energy source to fire when they need to. There are a couple of ways for that timing to happen. One is to use a timing belt, the other is to use a timing chain. [Read More]

  • Advantages And Drawbacks Of 6 Common Paint Colors

    Before you repaint your vehicle, make sure you think about the advantages and drawbacks that come with the color you choose. Your paint color does not just affect how your car looks, it also affects how warm your vehicle gets in the hot sun and how people view your vehicle. Here are some of the advantages and drawbacks to black, white, dark blue, light blue, red and silver paint jobs. [Read More]

  • Three Signs That One Part Of Your Car's Body Will Need To Be Completely Replaced After A Collision

    When you take your car into an auto body shop after a collision, stressing about what the final price will be is normal. While some collision damage can be taken care of at a surprisingly low cost, other cases are more difficult. When you're in the process of bringing your damaged car into an auto body shop, use these three tips to get a reasonable idea whether you'll have to pay for a complete replacement of one part of the body. [Read More]