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Should You Use Used Motorcycle Parts?

Do you want to give your motorcycle a small tune-up or maybe even a complete make over? The costs of buying new parts can really add up quickly, so why not save yourself a fortune by going with used motorcycle parts? Keep in mind however, that there are a few things you need to keep in mind if you go this route.

The truth is, there is no universal fits when it comes to used motorcycle parts. No, one size fits all. You need to carefully consider your bikes mileage and age to discover which parts will work best for you.

If you really want to be serious about taking care of you bike, then you should take the time to become somewhat of a motorcycle expert and understand the mechanics of your bike. Think about how much money you will be able to save by working on your own bike instead of hiring a mechanic, plus with used motorcycle parts your costs would be practically nothing.

You can probably get most of your supplies from your local Costco, Wal-Mart or Lowes. A few must have items include an Impact Driver, a high quality hammer and some steel screws that have aluminum threads.

First, write down the exact model of your motorcycle and get a tune-up guide. This way you will be sure you are buying the right parts for your motorcycle.

Also, know if your bike is a 2 cylinder or a 4 cylinder. It might not seem like a big deal, but it is. Having a repair guide for your make and model will also help you out considerably.

See, using used motorcycle parts can be a very good thing. It can save you money and will keep your motorcycle living forever.

Tips on How to Ship Your Car Internationally

There are occasions when you may have need to ship your car overseas. You will not only need to find a reputable shipping company, but also prepare your vehicle for being moved overseas. You cant just leave it as is, since this could cause problems in transit. So, here are a few tips to help you ship your vehicle safely internationally.

Clean your car. Getting all the junk out of it and removing any valuables is best. This ensures that your car can be transported safely, without fear of something sliding around inside and possibly causing damage.

Take a Polaroid. Or any other kind of photo. Take dated pictures if possible so you have proof of what condition your vehicle was in when you left it at the shipping company. If your car is damaged in the car of the shipping company, you will need to prove that this was their fault and that you left your car in good condition. Take your photos outside, with good lighting so any scratches or flaws are readily visible.

Get rid of gas. You only want about 1/8 of a tank of gas in your car. It will need to be moved, so youll need to leave a little gas in it, but the less weight the better! If you need to, just drive around a bit to bring the gas down, or siphon it off into an approved container for use elsewhere.

Disconnect the car alarm. The last thing you need is for the alarm to go off halfway across the ocean and wear your battery out! This is a big one, so be sure that the alarm is not just disabled, but disconnected, to prevent it from accidentally being set off. There is a lot of movement when a vehicle is being moved, so its possible for things to get shaken up a bit.

Make sure everything is secure. You dont want loose bolts or lug nuts, since these can vibrate loose during the move. So, tighten everything up before shipping your vehicle to prevent problems upon arrival. Small parts can shake loose and get lost completely.

Get the paperwork done early. The sooner you finish up the paperwork, the easier it will be for you to get your vehicle shipped without extra delays. You will have left yourself time to get any changes made that may be necessary.

Research the paperwork. Every country has different rules as to what they require, but you will most likely need to prove ownership of the vehicle and possibly get a special visa for it. Some countries will require you get special permission and to declare your imported vehicle. Without registration, youll need to leave the country and come back in every few months to get a new visa, depending on the country.

Find out about import taxes. You may be required to pay import taxes when your vehicle goes through customs. This is pretty common and sometimes can be avoided if you have the right paperwork. Again, this all depends on the country that you are shipping the vehicle to, each one will have its own regulations that need to be met.

Shipping a vehicle overseas can be stressful, but if you plan ahead and do everything correctly, you should be able to do it without any problems. Most importantly, you eliminate the need for a rental car as youll be free to drive your car in the country that it has been shipped to, once you have cleared customs and done up the paperwork required.

Improve Your Car’s Fuel Efficiency Without Damaging It

There are many fuel saving devices available nowadays, and some of them not only don’t work, but can also cause damage to your car.

The Environmental Protection Agency did tests on over 100 fuel saving devices and found that most did not improve efficiency at all and the rest didn’t improve it by that much.

The gas-saving products on the market seem to fall into clearly defined categories. These include, but are not limited to: vapour-bleed devices, liquid injection devices, ignition devices, fuel line devices, mixture enhancers, internal engine modification devices, fuels and fuel additives, oils and oil additives, and driving habit modifiers.

The EPA evaluates or tests products to determine whether their use will result in any measurable improvement to fuel economy. However, the EPA cannot say what effect gas-saving products will have on a vehicle over a long period of time. It is possible that some products may harm the car or adversely affect its performance.

For example, if an “air bleed” device actually adds significant amounts of air to the air-and-fuel mixture, it may cause an engine to misfire, a condition which greatly increases the potential engine damage or mechanical failure. This is especially likely to happen on cars manufactured between 1974 and 1982, because their carburetors are pre-set for a maximum amount of air to be burned with the fuel. “Air-bleed” devices will not work at all on many cars manufactured after 1982, because these cars have “feedback” carburetors that automatically adjust the air-and-fuel mixture rendering the device useless.

There are too many factors that affect fuel consumption such as driver’s habits, condition of the vehicle. Because of this it is hard to believe the claims many of these product manufacturers make.

In one case a consumer sent a letter to a company praising its gas-saving product. But what was not mentioned in the advertisement was the fact that the consumers vehicle also had an engine tune-up at the time the device was installed.

There are claims in some advertisments that a product is endorsed or approved by a government agency. This is a falacy. Government agencies will never endorse a product of this type. It may have been tested by the EPA and if so, you will be able to request a copy of the test results.

It is possible that you already are using one of these fuel saving devices and are not entirely satisfied with it. If this is the case then your should ask for your money back. Reputable companies offer money back guarantees. If your have trouble getting a refund then you should contact your state consumer protection agency.

Regular maintenance and servicing is one of the best way to ensure that your vehicle is running at it’s maximum fuel efficeincy. You can find out service intervals by looking in the vehicle manual.

Below are my three tips to improving a vehicles fuel efficiency:

Get an engine tune-up.

Checking tire pressure.

Rid your vehicle of excess weight by cleaning out your trunk.

Money Saving Motoring Tips

Factors like petrol price rises and higher insurance premiums, have made motoring very expensive indeed. There are ways to that you can make some big savings, though. Here I have put together some tips that will benefit you car and your wallet.

1. Service your car regularly. This can have a tremendous effect on your fuel efficiency. In fact, a poor tuned vehicle can burn as much as 30% more petrol.

2. Don’t idle the engine unless it is totaly neccessary. The car your parents used to own may have required warming up in the morning, but modern cars don’t. Also, turn your car off when waiting outside a friend’s house to pick them up.

3. Knocking 20mph off your speed can help you save up to 15% more petrol. That’s a nice saving! Also, switch to cruise control when you can. This helps you maintain a steady speed. Avoid sudden and extreme accelerations. This can burn lots of fuel needlessly.

4. Keeping your car tyres at the correct pressures can help make good fuel saving. Be sure to get them balanced and aligned also, as this can not only save petrol but make your vehicle handle better.

5. Avoid multiple trips if possible, by doing all of your errands together. Try to avoid peak travel times when traffic is high so that your car engine isn’t left idleing too long.

6. Car sharing is another great way to save fuel especially when taking the kids to and from school and sporting events. Perhaps you can offer to take your kid’s friend home this week and his parents can return the favour next week. Or maybe share the trip to work? We’re living in a time where people live farther from work than ever before. With the price of petrol car sharing makes more sense than ever.