Quiz–wrenches
Here’s Question #2 What kind of wrenches are these? A. Combination wrench B. Flare nut wrench C. Line wrench D. Open box end wrench The answer is B. Flare nut wrench The flare nut wrench is a universal multi-use … Continue reading →
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My Husband Ordered a Clip to Fix My Damaged Car. What is a Clip?
A clip is a section of a vehicle that has been sawed off and removed from another vehicle. The purpose in doing this is to use parts from the clip to replace part(s) on your damaged vehicle. Depending on which … Continue reading →
Car Quiz-What is the Spirit of Ecstasy?
What is the “Spirit of Ecstasy”? Answer: The Spirit of Ecstasy is the mascot for Rolls Royce. This lady sits on top of the radiator. She was created in 1905, by sculptor Charles Sykes. The Spirit of Ecstasy was … Continue reading →
April is Car Care Month
April is Car Care Month. The entire month is dedicated to vehicle maintenance and getting ready for Summer! Mother Nature, did you hear that word, SUMMER? Despite the weather outside, summer-like temperatures will be here before we know it. Will … Continue reading →
Vehicle Repair Parts Quiz–Question #1
When we take our vehicle in to get a repair done, most of us have no clue what the part(s) look like or what the part’s main job is. Me included. Each Thursday, for 5 weeks, I will be posting … Continue reading →
Car Care Aware–More Spring Tips
April is Car Care Awareness month and the National Car Care Council (carcre.org)would like to remind you of ways you can give a little TLC to your vehicle during April. Check all your lights for any burned out bulbs–this includes … Continue reading →
Cadillac’s First Electric Sunroof
In what model year did Cadillac introduce the first electric sunroof? Answer: The Cadillac Fleetwood Eldorado was the first vehicle to offer an electric sunroof in 1969. Cadillac built its last Fleetwood Eldorado Convertible in 1976 as there was … Continue reading →
Is there a difference between a sunroof and moon roof?
Technically there is a difference between a sunroof and a moon roof, but most people use them interchangeably. There’s even panoramic sunroofs now. Will get to that later in the post. A moon roof is stationary. The roof stays in … Continue reading →
What is a child lock for my car?
A child lock for your car allows the back seat door to be opened from the outside only. This feature prevents the back seat passenger(s); typically children, from opening the door(s) while going down the road and also while the … Continue reading →
When were seat belts first fitted to a motor vehicle?
The first seat belt used on a motor vehicle was a 2-point belt attachment. These seat belts were placed in a 1902 Baker Electric racing car; front seats only. This belt system did not apply to the everyday drivers’ cars. … Continue reading →