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>Solar chargers don't do you any good unless the vehicle is unused for 30 days
>or more or if you have a load drawing current from the battery when the engine is
>stopped.
Agreed. And most cars nowadays draw current from the battery when they are off for running the clock, maintaining radio settings, maintaining NVRAM for maintenance purposes, listening for the unlock signal from the keyfob, keeping the alarm active etc etc.
>or more or if you have a load drawing current from the battery when the engine is
>stopped.
Agreed. And most cars nowadays draw current from the battery when they are off for running the clock, maintaining radio settings, maintaining NVRAM for maintenance purposes, listening for the unlock signal from the keyfob, keeping the alarm active etc etc.
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I had no clue at all about cars, until a couple months ago. Just from patience, online DIY manuals, and a hobby shop where I can use tools, and ask some questions, I have already:
Flushed my cooling system.
Replaced my transmission fluid.
Changed timing belt, power steering, and alternator belts.
Changed water pump.
Not too bad after starting about 2 months ago. Comparing shop prices for the jobs, to the actual cost I paid to do it myself, I already saved $1000 total by not taking it to a dealership. I still change my oil at the dealership though, because it's relatively cheap ($35), it's done fast, and they also check my entire car for no additional cost, along with the pH levels of all my fluids. Basically, they tell me what's wrong, they give me an estimate, and then I read up on how to do it myself, and save $$$!
BTW, I have a 2001 Honda Civic.
As what was said earlier, you should absolutely replace the timing belt and water pump ASAP. If that thing breaks, which can happen at 90,000mi, or 150,000, you're likely looking at a new engine.
Flushed my cooling system.
Replaced my transmission fluid.
Changed timing belt, power steering, and alternator belts.
Changed water pump.
Not too bad after starting about 2 months ago. Comparing shop prices for the jobs, to the actual cost I paid to do it myself, I already saved $1000 total by not taking it to a dealership. I still change my oil at the dealership though, because it's relatively cheap ($35), it's done fast, and they also check my entire car for no additional cost, along with the pH levels of all my fluids. Basically, they tell me what's wrong, they give me an estimate, and then I read up on how to do it myself, and save $$$!
BTW, I have a 2001 Honda Civic.
As what was said earlier, you should absolutely replace the timing belt and water pump ASAP. If that thing breaks, which can happen at 90,000mi, or 150,000, you're likely looking at a new engine.
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QuoteRegular maintenance will save your internal moving metal parts, but generally does nothing for some of the other things that fail, such as timing and serpentine belts, batteries and terminals,(although regular cleaning can lengthen the life of the the cables and terminals). The big money items are the motor, transmission, rear-end, and quite often the cooling and fuel systems. Regular maintenance will significantly lengthen the life of these components.
Well said. I shouldnt type when tired! :)
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Fortunately, I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug, uh, regimen to keep my mind, you know, uh, limber.
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Keep an eye on the timing belt, if it hasn't been replaced in the past 94k miles then I would replace it. A broken timing belt can lead to bent valves, and possibly damaged pistons.
It's generally a good idea to do a tuneup at 100k miles. Replace all the belts, spark plugs, spark plug wires, all fluids, etc...
It's generally a good idea to do a tuneup at 100k miles. Replace all the belts, spark plugs, spark plug wires, all fluids, etc...
what kind of car, do you abuse it?
Honestly, a well manufactured and maintained car can reach 300k miles
But it must be cared for.
Diesels last even longer.
The Touareg TDI should be a car in that class
Honestly, a well manufactured and maintained car can reach 300k miles
But it must be cared for.
Diesels last even longer.
The Touareg TDI should be a car in that class
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