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Clean Car Headlights

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Why do headlights need cleaning? Simple really – dirty headlight covers don’t let as much light pass through as when they’re clean, so other road users will find it harder to see your car on the road. They can also diffuse light, meaning they don’t throw light as far down the road as when they’re clean, making it harder to see hazards in dark conditions. The cheapest way to clean car headlights If you can see the headlight needs cleaning because of dirt and mud, an easy solution is simply just to wash it with a cloth and clean water. That will remove what’s on the headlight in a quick and easy process, with no need to spend money on products. But, of course, if the headlights have taken a bit more of a battering and are murky, yellowing and cloudy, you’ll need to go for a more thorough process of cleaning the headlights. How to clean car headlights with toothpaste No, you haven’t read that incorrectly. We said toothpaste. There are a lot of suggestions out there for clea

Car Clean Tips

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Spark Plugs Tools You Need : Ratchet or socket wrench, 12″ socket extension, spark plug socket Time to Complete : 20 to 30 minutes Estimated Cost : $10 to $15 Most spark plugs need replacing after about 30,000 miles, but check your owner’s manual to see if your vehicle is any different. While changing spark plugs might sound like intense work, it’s a pretty simple process. You just need to set aside some time and exercise patience. Don’t rush, because you need to install the replacements in a specific order. You should be able to locate your spark plugs fairly easily, because they’re attached to thick rubbery wires. You’ll find either four, six, or eight plugs, depending on how many cylinders your car has. Remove the wire to the first spark plug only.  Do not remove all of the wires at once . Your spark plugs are installed in a certain order, which you need to maintain. Use your spark plug socket and extension on your ratchet to remove the first spark plug. Install th