What are some good DIY ,tips for the summer?
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Khmer Pride
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What are some good DIY ,tips for the summer?
Well i want some DIY tips so i can do thur the summer while its getting hot.so post'em so i can start doing them. Any thing from buying and doing it your self. be a worth of tips...
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Khmer Pride
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From: CT
Originally Posted by KaMLuNg
fuel filter... with gas prices this year... u need to save on as much gas as possible...
all i did was...
Make my windows go faster..
change my transmisson oil for the first time..
install glow gauges
change fuel filter
strut bar(waiting for the bar)
planin on..clear bumper signal...mayb inspire tail lights..
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From: Bristol, Rhode Island
Oh, I thought you had the clear corners, inspire tails are always nice, I wanna get some silver bulbs that blink orange for mine though.
Air filter/intake you could do too.
Maybe just some autopia style cleaning, don't know how into that you are.
Air filter/intake you could do too.
Maybe just some autopia style cleaning, don't know how into that you are.
Drifting
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For better fuel efficiency the following steps can make a difference:
1) Clean or replace air filter
2) Clean throttle body and EACV
3) Run tire pressure on high side, say 35 psi for less rolling resistance
4) Make sure all 4 tires turn easily. There is always a little pad drag but it shoudn't be difficult to turn.
5) Clean or replace PCV
6) Check fuel pressure regulator for gas smell on vacuum supply line. If you smell gas the pressure regulator is defective and will cause excess gas consumption.
7) Make sure your thermostat brings the steady coolant temperature to just below the midpoint of the gauge (~ 195F). If your thermostat allows even 10-15 degrees cooler operating temperature, fuel efficiency will suffer.
8) Some folks replace the primary (ahead of catalytic converter) O2 sensor/s at about 100K miles regardless. The sensors may slow w/ age long before they cause a code to set. Slow response increases fuel consumption. However some O2 sensors seem to last forever w/ no change in engine performance, and this is a relatively expensive part.
Check your cooling system for small leaks before they become big leaks and leave you stranded. I looked at my radiator last night and the upper tank seam was leaking slightly. I ordered a new radiator last night ($140 from Radiator Store on Ebay). I've used them before and found the product quality to be good.
Make sure your AC condensor is clean for best AC performance. I use a stiff plastic brush to remove bugs and grass buildup. Make sure both cooling fans engage when AC compressor is running. One fan out will cause very high compressor load and can cause compressor failure. You need every little bit of cooling on a hot day in Houston!
Regards
1) Clean or replace air filter
2) Clean throttle body and EACV
3) Run tire pressure on high side, say 35 psi for less rolling resistance
4) Make sure all 4 tires turn easily. There is always a little pad drag but it shoudn't be difficult to turn.
5) Clean or replace PCV
6) Check fuel pressure regulator for gas smell on vacuum supply line. If you smell gas the pressure regulator is defective and will cause excess gas consumption.
7) Make sure your thermostat brings the steady coolant temperature to just below the midpoint of the gauge (~ 195F). If your thermostat allows even 10-15 degrees cooler operating temperature, fuel efficiency will suffer.
8) Some folks replace the primary (ahead of catalytic converter) O2 sensor/s at about 100K miles regardless. The sensors may slow w/ age long before they cause a code to set. Slow response increases fuel consumption. However some O2 sensors seem to last forever w/ no change in engine performance, and this is a relatively expensive part.
Check your cooling system for small leaks before they become big leaks and leave you stranded. I looked at my radiator last night and the upper tank seam was leaking slightly. I ordered a new radiator last night ($140 from Radiator Store on Ebay). I've used them before and found the product quality to be good.
Make sure your AC condensor is clean for best AC performance. I use a stiff plastic brush to remove bugs and grass buildup. Make sure both cooling fans engage when AC compressor is running. One fan out will cause very high compressor load and can cause compressor failure. You need every little bit of cooling on a hot day in Houston!
Regards
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Originally Posted by TexasHonda
For better fuel efficiency the following steps can make a difference:
1) Clean or replace air filter
2) Clean throttle body and EACV
3) Run tire pressure on high side, say 35 psi for less rolling resistance
4) Make sure all 4 tires turn easily. There is always a little pad drag but it shoudn't be difficult to turn.
5) Clean or replace PCV
6) Check fuel pressure regulator for gas smell on vacuum supply line. If you smell gas the pressure regulator is defective and will cause excess gas consumption.
7) Make sure your thermostat brings the steady coolant temperature to just below the midpoint of the gauge (~ 195F). If your thermostat allows even 10-15 degrees cooler operating temperature, fuel efficiency will suffer.
8) Some folks replace the primary (ahead of catalytic converter) O2 sensor/s at about 100K miles regardless. The sensors may slow w/ age long before they cause a code to set. Slow response increases fuel consumption. However some O2 sensors seem to last forever w/ no change in engine performance, and this is a relatively expensive part.
Check your cooling system for small leaks before they become big leaks and leave you stranded. I looked at my radiator last night and the upper tank seam was leaking slightly. I ordered a new radiator last night ($140 from Radiator Store on Ebay). I've used them before and found the product quality to be good.
Make sure your AC condensor is clean for best AC performance. I use a stiff plastic brush to remove bugs and grass buildup. Make sure both cooling fans engage when AC compressor is running. One fan out will cause very high compressor load and can cause compressor failure. You need every little bit of cooling on a hot day in Houston!
Regards
1) Clean or replace air filter
2) Clean throttle body and EACV
3) Run tire pressure on high side, say 35 psi for less rolling resistance
4) Make sure all 4 tires turn easily. There is always a little pad drag but it shoudn't be difficult to turn.
5) Clean or replace PCV
6) Check fuel pressure regulator for gas smell on vacuum supply line. If you smell gas the pressure regulator is defective and will cause excess gas consumption.
7) Make sure your thermostat brings the steady coolant temperature to just below the midpoint of the gauge (~ 195F). If your thermostat allows even 10-15 degrees cooler operating temperature, fuel efficiency will suffer.
8) Some folks replace the primary (ahead of catalytic converter) O2 sensor/s at about 100K miles regardless. The sensors may slow w/ age long before they cause a code to set. Slow response increases fuel consumption. However some O2 sensors seem to last forever w/ no change in engine performance, and this is a relatively expensive part.
Check your cooling system for small leaks before they become big leaks and leave you stranded. I looked at my radiator last night and the upper tank seam was leaking slightly. I ordered a new radiator last night ($140 from Radiator Store on Ebay). I've used them before and found the product quality to be good.
Make sure your AC condensor is clean for best AC performance. I use a stiff plastic brush to remove bugs and grass buildup. Make sure both cooling fans engage when AC compressor is running. One fan out will cause very high compressor load and can cause compressor failure. You need every little bit of cooling on a hot day in Houston!
Regards
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