Archive for January, 2012

Car Spoilers Keep On Keeping On

By Wesley Edgar

Spoilers used to be an exotic accessory for cars back in the 70′s and 80′s. They waned a bit in the 90′s and naughties but have an uncanny ability to keep their spot on affectionados list of extras. There are plenty of cars on the road these days that have rear car spoilers, but do they make any difference to the cars road holding? More importantly, do they make the car go faster?

I understand that initially the rear spoiler was attached to race cars in order to improve the aerodynamics and force the rear wheels to the ground in order to increase grip and road holding. However a car that is driving at speeds between 60 and 100 kph I would assume doesn’t really run the risk of lifting off the ground but does it provide the car with more fuel efficiency and driving comfort? The term ‘spoiler comes from the word ‘spoil’ which means that it is trying to spoil or deter obstructive air movement across a body of a car in motion

The spoilers that are at the front of the vehicle are called ‘air dams’. These are installed in order to prevent the car from lifting due to too much air going under the front of the car. There are various spoilers that are added to cars for the purpose of styling and have either little aerodynamic benefit or they sometimes even make the aerodynamics worse.

There are many different types of spoilers that are used on both racing and passenger vehicles.

The famous Porsche 911 introduced a large spoiler back in the early 70′s, what ended up being termed the ‘whale tail’. This was designed to reduce rear lift with such a small, lightweight car. There have been many different alterations to the whale tail over the years by Porsche but it also made the car one of the most recognisable sports cars in history.

The same design of the whale tail then flowed through the development and design of various other vehicles such as the Camaro, the Saab and even flowed into designs of small kids bike, boats and trucks. Even car roof racks have been made with spoiler-like aerodynamics in mind.

The bottom line is that spoilers can make a difference to the handling of a car but I suspect the difference is very marginal at normal city driving speeds. But plenty of people like the look, that’s for sure, and if it’s designed in accordance with the overall design of the car then fair enough, they can look pretty good!

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Features to Look For In the Best Car Steam Cleaner

By Lauren Zwiebel

Looking for an effective car steam cleaning machine? There are many models available on the market but the most versatile machines are capable of effectively removing dirt and stains from places such as dashboards, steering wheels, windows, and more. Steam cleaners can be used even for cleaning trucks, RVs and boats. The advanced machines feature adjustable pressure levels up to 150 psi and steam temperatures reaching 386°F.

A good car steam cleaner can remove the most stubborn stains efficiently from car interiors. One of the biggest advantages of this type of cleaning machines is that they clean with their dry steam output. It contains only five percent liquid content. They are ideal for cleaning the interiors of vehicles and for surfaces such as windows. They are used in the car cleaning industry for spot cleaning and with good effect.

You must choose a reliable car steam cleaner that offers the convenience of continuous refill option to minimize frequent interruptions during operations. This helps in enhanced productivity and ease of operations. Steam pressure cleaners are best machines for commercial cleaning also. They come fitted with advanced filters which can trap particles as small as three microns. When equipped with anti-bacterial technology, steam cleaners can help keep interiors fresh and odor free as well as sanitized.

Steam cleaners are highly effective because steam expands and penetrates hidden corners and inaccessible areas of a car’s interiors. It eliminates dirt from crevices and sanitizes the interiors better than any other cleaning machine. Despite low pressure levels, steam cleaning machines do not lack the power to clean tough stains. They are not to be used on the body of the vehicle, however, as the rubbing action can scratch the surface. Some machines can also be used to melt ice and snow as steam temperatures from the machine can reach as high as 386°F.

Advanced car steam cleaning machines with continuous refill capabilities are ideal mobile car wash equipment. Car detailing professionals who provide mobile detailing service find mobile car wash equipment ideal for providing customers the type of service they need.

Portable steam cleaners are commonly used in the car detailing industry. They remove dirt and grime quickly and efficiently. They can help spot clean carpets; sanitize steering wheels, and clean windows and dashboards. Steam car wash systems have tremendous cleaning power and can clean cars without the need to add chemicals and harsh detergents.

Portable steam cleaners from leading suppliers work better than conventional car cleaning machines because they feature the latest technologies and are constructed of top quality materials. Top steam car wash systems use only a small fraction of water as compared to traditional cleaning methods.

A well constructed car steam cleaner with quality components can prove to be a really wise investment. They perform at the highest levels consistently and are durable. The latest models come with a squeegee wand to help clean windows without leaving behind ugly streaks. While they can spot clean carpets, carpet cleaners are suggested for cleaning large areas. Always check to make sure your upholstery can handle such high temperatures first.

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Shopping For Car Accessories Can Be Fairly Easy

By Tocab Jackson

Because of the recent downturn in the economy, most of us are looking for ways to save a little money whenever it is possible. Almost everybody has a car today, and most of us realize that it is a very big expense. Today, thanks to the World Wide Web, it has never been easier or quicker to find discount car accessories and parts.

If you have an older model of car that has a great deal of miles on it, then you probably already know that it is not cheap keeping it on the road. One of the ways many people are trying to save money is by repairing their automobiles themselves whenever it is possible. The typical home mechanic can surely change their own oil, and do other minor repairs.

But, for the more complex ones, they usually have to take it to a repair shop, and this is where it can get quite expensive, very quickly. If your car has been in the shop recently, then more than likely you saw that the first thing the mechanic did was to hook it up to a diagnostics device, that lets them know what is wrong with the car.

Well, it is possible for you to do the same thing if you only had your very own OBD2 scanner. These home scanners are very similar to what a typical repair shop uses, and they cost much less than you could ever have imagined. Once you have yours setup and ready for action, almost anything that an expensive car repair shop can do, you can also.

Of course, you probably do not want to be changing your head gasket on your engine, but there are a ton of much smaller jobs that will not be too much trouble that can and will save you money on your next car repair.

If you are already a home mechanic and are looking for a new way to make your car look better, you might want to consider putting a set of LED car lights on it. For the most part, they are not that expensive and today then come pre-engineered for almost all makes and models of cars. If you possess just basic car repair skills, they are extremely quick and simple to install.

The best way to shop for OBD2 scanners and LED car lights, or for that matter all car accessories, is by doing it on the internet. There are a ton of websites today that cater to the car enthusiast that supply these items, as well as almost car part you could ever need. The best thing about these sites, is that you will be able to save a great deal of money with every purchase when you compare the prices to the local retail stores.

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