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Water Pump Failures: Causes & Fixes

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Without a properly functioning water pump, there will be no cooling in your vehicle, which will cause your entire engine to overheat and fail. Here are some of the most common water pump failures, their causes, and how to fix them. Shaft Breakage Your bearing is the part of your water pump where the impeller is allowed continual rotation to keep the system running. The shaft that connects your impeller to your bearing can cause the system to fail if it becomes damaged, because the impeller will no longer receive mechanical support from the bearing.…

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Why Your Car's Tyres Should Always Be Properly Aligned

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When you buy a new tyre for your car, you may see the tyre store offers wheel alignments as well. You might forego this service, assuming that it’s not very important since your car can still be driven even if you don’t have the wheels aligned. This thinking is actually very shortsighted as there are good reasons to ensure that your car’s tyres are always properly aligned. Note a few of those reasons here.…

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How Does an Auxiliary Power Unit Affect Truck Ownership?

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Many jurisdictions have regulations restricting trucks from idling when they are not being driven. Such regulations have led to an increase in the use of auxiliary power units (ACUs) to generate power for operating forklifts on trucks, provide cabin air conditioningb and power electronics while the truck engine has been switched off. This article discusses how installing an ACU may affect the cost of owning a truck. Less Wear on the Engine…

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Simple Tips for Extending a Clutch's Lifespan

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The clutch is an important mechanical component in a manual transmission automotive. The device is responsible for engaging and disengaging the auto power transmission. Basically, it is activated whenever you are changing the level of power flowing in the vehicle. This critical module can get damaged easily due to poor usage, negligence and general wear. If this happens, you will need to replace the clutch to restore the functionality of the vehicle.…

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Three Key Points You Should Know about Your Truck Repairs and Diagnostics

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Taking your truck in for a repair usually results in having your truck put on a diagnostic system. You may know that this is one of the key steps that helps a technician figure out what truck repairs need to be made. What you may not know is how the diagnostics help narrow down issues that results in your issue being fixed. Here are a few things you need to know about what a diagnostic system does and the limitations it has on how your truck is repaired.…

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