Auto Tips and Tricks
> If wipers are beginning to wear down, you can extend their life by rubbing them briskly with sandpaper
> A radio antenna will slide up and down easier if a coat of wax is applied occasionally. Wax paper works great for this job. Rub the wax paper up and down the antenna, the wax from the paper will coat the antenna.
> Apply vaseline to battery posts for better contact
> If you chip the paint on your car, clean promptly and apply clear nail polish to area to prevent rust.
> Keep an auto maintenance book. Write down dates that repairs, or maintenance was done. Write down where the work was done or by whom.
> Clean splattered bugs off with baking soda and a nylon net. ( This is a great tip for Love Bug season )
> Remove auto grease from hands with baking soda and water.
Cleaning Car Care Tips
> Laundry pre-wash liquid or Peanut butter removes tar from your car's finish
> Use newspaper to wipe automobile windows dry after cleaning to avoid streaks.
> Never wash your car in the sun to prevent streaking
> A dust mop head, worn as a mitten is great for washing your car
> Clean splattered bugs off with baking soda and a nylon net. ( This is a great tip for Love Bug season )
Cold Climate Car Tips
> A broom is the quickest way to clean snow from a car. You can cut the handle down on the broom and store it in the trunk.
> Place a bag of kitty litter in your trunk, in case you get stuck in the snow. Sprinkle some under the tires to get traction.
> Never warm your car in an attached garage and never with the garage door closed.
> Avoid putting air in your tires if the temperature is below 10 degrees F. The valve could stick and let all of the air out of the tire.
> Prevent rust by keeping the underside of your car clean also. Place a lawn sprinkler under your car and turn on full blast. Move occasionally so it will reach all areas. This is a good way to remove all salt and road grime.
> Make your own washer solvent that won't freeze by combining 1 quart of rubbing alcohol, 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons liquid detergent. This formula won't freeze down to 35 degrees below 0.
> If wipers are beginning to wear down, you can extend their life by rubbing them briskly with sandpaper
> A radio antenna will slide up and down easier if a coat of wax is applied occasionally. Wax paper works great for this job. Rub the wax paper up and down the antenna, the wax from the paper will coat the antenna.
> Apply vaseline to battery posts for better contact
> If you chip the paint on your car, clean promptly and apply clear nail polish to area to prevent rust.
> Keep an auto maintenance book. Write down dates that repairs, or maintenance was done. Write down where the work was done or by whom.
> Clean splattered bugs off with baking soda and a nylon net. ( This is a great tip for Love Bug season )
> Remove auto grease from hands with baking soda and water.
Cleaning Car Care Tips
> Laundry pre-wash liquid or Peanut butter removes tar from your car's finish
> Use newspaper to wipe automobile windows dry after cleaning to avoid streaks.
> Never wash your car in the sun to prevent streaking
> A dust mop head, worn as a mitten is great for washing your car
> Clean splattered bugs off with baking soda and a nylon net. ( This is a great tip for Love Bug season )
Cold Climate Car Tips
> A broom is the quickest way to clean snow from a car. You can cut the handle down on the broom and store it in the trunk.
> Place a bag of kitty litter in your trunk, in case you get stuck in the snow. Sprinkle some under the tires to get traction.
> Never warm your car in an attached garage and never with the garage door closed.
> Avoid putting air in your tires if the temperature is below 10 degrees F. The valve could stick and let all of the air out of the tire.
> Prevent rust by keeping the underside of your car clean also. Place a lawn sprinkler under your car and turn on full blast. Move occasionally so it will reach all areas. This is a good way to remove all salt and road grime.
> Make your own washer solvent that won't freeze by combining 1 quart of rubbing alcohol, 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons liquid detergent. This formula won't freeze down to 35 degrees below 0.