Removing window winder handles
I have a simple technique for removing clipped-in window winder’s when you don’t have the correct tool for the job. It seems a bit primitive but with a bit of practice this technique works like a champion! First take a cloth or rag, preferably a piece with a seam for strength but that’s not absolutely [...]
Steering safety check
While carrying out a service or before doing any front-end work it is advisable to give the Steering a thorough health check to identify any problems before they become major issues. Worn steering can result in increased tyre wear and a vehicle that is both unsafe and difficult to drive. Thankfully the majority of car [...]
Tyre wear and what it means
Your tyres are very good at giving you an indication of the condition of your front and rear suspension and steering systems. They can also tell you if you’ve been bad and haven’t kept an eye on their pressures as well! Know-all little buggers they are! First we will look at front tyres and what [...]
Cheap Car Insurance
While we’re on the subject of Car Insurance (see previous post), the Comprehensive Insurance policy we had on my wife’s car was recently due for renewal. We were happy enough with the insurer we were using and thought the premiums were reasonable, but my wife thought that a look around for price comparisons wouldn’t hurt. [...]
