How to Fix a Flat Tire

How to Fix A Flat

Tools needed

• Jack
• Wheel Block
• Lug Nut Wrench
• Tire Plug Kit

Instructions

1. Securely jack the flat tire off the ground. Make sure another tire is blocked so that the vehicle cannot roll. 
2. Remove the flat tire and inspect it for holes. 
1. If the puncture point can't be located inflate the tire.
2. Spray the tire with soapy water and look for air bubbles. Putting the tire in a tub of soapy water works better. 
3. Mark the puncture point with a piece of chalk so you don't lose it. Then drain the air from the tire
4. Remove the object from the tire. 
5. Now using the tools provided in the tire plug kit ream out the hole. 
6. Insert the plug through the hole on the ream and then soak it in the cement. 
7. Ream the plug down into the hole so that just an inch is left sticking out of the tire. 
8. Twist the tool and pull it out(the plug should remain in place)
9. Allow the cement to dry then inflate the tire. 
10. Spray the plug with soapy water and make sure it is not still leaking. 
1. If it is leaking you may have to take the tire to a garage to be patched. 
11. Cut the excess plug with a pair of scissors or snips. 
12. Put the tire and wheel back on the vehicle and torque the lug nuts at factory specs
13. Safely lower vehicle and remove wheel blocks. 

For more help watch the video below. 

Save Your Chrome!

Winter is coming soon. It'll be time to take off the chrome wheels and get the winter set on. Don't just set your spare wheels in a shed somewhere. Even if they are not on the vehicle they can still pit and corrode even in storage.

A simple way to protect them is by apply wax and leaving it in place during storage. The easiest type to use is a spray type wax. Just spray on and store. When spring comes the wax residue will wipe off with a little elbow grease and the wheels will look as good as ever.

1997 Chevrolet Pick Up Steering Problem Help

Before replacing costly parts to repair your Chevy's steering you may want to try this first. 90's Chevy pick ups have a steering position sensor. When this sensor is bad steering actually becomes too easy. The truck feels like it is hauling a heavy load and the front end feels light. This is an easy fix. Parts are availble from your local Chevy dealer. The sensor typically cost $100.

How to change it?

1. Unhook the battery to prevent the air bag from deploying
2. Locate the pin that disconnects the steering column before it goes through the fire wall 
3. Remove the nut and pin
4. Locate the steering position sensor and unplug it(there may be a tab that needs pulled in order to unplug)
5. The sensor is help in place by three plastic tabs. Hold back the tabs and remove the sensor. 
6. Put the new sensor in place and begin reassembly. (make sure the sensor is snapped fully in place and that the position of the steering wheel matches the position of the tires. 
7. Reassemble the column, plug in the sensor, and hook the battery up last. 
8. Test drive the vehicle to make sure everything works properly and the problem is fixed. 

Snow Shoe Car Show & Flea Market

Saturday November 20th there will be a flea market and car show in Snow Shoe PA . There will be live music and food. Located in Snow Shoe Pennsylvania at the fair ground. Pre Registration to show is $8 and spectator admission is free. Click here for more details.

Throwback Thursday

1953 Corvette

1953 America's car was first introduced. The 1953 corvette was available in one color and had a base price of $3,498.00. It came with a 150 horse power 6 cylinder engine. Out of the 300 made in 1953 255 of them are still known to exist today. 

Tune Up Tuesday

Today for Tune Up Tuesday we are going to talk about one of the most important ways to maintain your vehicle. Changing your engine helps the engine last longer and get better performance and fuel mileage.

Save money and learn to change your engine oil on your own. You don't need any expensive equipment or need to be a master mechanic. The initial oil change when buying the equipment may be more costly than taking it to the shop but on average after the third do it yourself oil change you will start saving money. Watch the video below to learn how!

Tools you'll need:

1. A jack, jack stands, or ramps
2. A filter wrench
3. A wrench to fit the drain plug
4. A funnel
5. The recommend oil for the vehicle
6. Filter Recommended for vehicle

Where to buy:

• Walmart
• Advanced Auto
• Pep Boys
• A local parts store.

Suggested brands:

• Castrol
• Fram
• Hastings
• Mobile 1
• Super Tech
• Purolator

Most off-brand or store brand products are also good to use.

Throwback Thursday

Throwback Thursday to classic auto icons. Today's is a 1969 Plymouth Roadrunner. Available in a hardtop or convertible. Available with a 383 V8, 440 V8, 440 Max Wedge V8, and the 426 hemi. The roadrunner was able to do the 1/4 mile in 13 seconds straight off the showroom floor. What's your favorite 60's mopar?

Affordable Modification

One of the most affordable way to boost fuel economy and power is a tune up. For the best results tune your vehicle up with E3 Sparks plugs. They may be more expensive but they are worth the money and actually work. Check out the test above from Gearz with Stacey David.