Is Your Car Ready for Winter?
Since the winter cold wind is in the air, here are some handy winter car tips we provide for you.
The Battery. Have some time to check on your battery, this will save you precious time on starting your car or avoiding a bogged down car. Boost up your battery with distilled water routinely, so the cells don’t dry out. Keep in mind not to use tap water! Corrosion can happen during the winter time, which looks like white or green growth around the terminals; this should be wiped away. If it’s too thick to remove, look into the kitchen for some bicarbonate or soda water. Make a glue of this by including some water, then brush it onto the terminals and wash off with hot water. If that doesn’t work, it may be ideal to buy new terminals. Ensure you don’t do any of this work on the yard or in your carport. The acid in the battery will kill the garden or leave white stains on the driveway.
The Tires. All tires, including the spare, should be inflated to the correct pressure. Look in the car owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s specifications. During the winter time, because of the cold temperature tire pressure tends to be low on reading. The difference in the tire pressure affects the grip of the tires when driving.
The Windshield. Keep your windscreen clean during the cooler weather. Dirt on the windscreen can limit your visibility when driving towards a low sun. For maximum visibility, windows should be cleaned regularly with a dedicated cleaner for the windshield but you can make your own by using dishwashing liquid dissolved in water.
The Windscreen Wipers. Once the winter rains begin, it’s important your wipers are up to the job. If they are perished or cracked they’ll be unable to wipe the glass effectively, causing streaks, smearing, and loss of visibility. They crack because of the cold temperature. Replace the wiper rubbers when the blades fail to wipe clean the windshield or chatter across the glass. When you wash your car, lift the blade from the screen, rinse with clean water and look for evidence of deterioration. Check if the reservoir bottle has a sufficient fluid level.
Put your car in the Garage. Try to park your vehicle under cover at night and try to avoid parking your car on the lawn overnight as damp rising from the lawn condenses on engine and ignition parts leading to current leakage. Condensation forming on the underside of the bonnet can lead to rust development.
Now you know this winter tips, be ready to hit the road and never get left behind. If you happen to find replacement parts for your car, visit us at New York City Auto Salvage and Glass. We will look after you. Just dial 718-297-9797.
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Will you go for Manual or Automatic?
For your car to be able to get from point A to point B without having to stay trudging along in first gear, it needs a working transmission. The transmission allows the vehicle to change gears, thereby transferring power from the engine to the drive axle in the most efficient way possible. It does this by varying the gear ratio. In lower gears, this increases available power while reducing speed. Higher gears, on the other hand, reduce power and increase speed. This enables cars to distribute power and speed in the most efficient way for any given situation.
Now here is the difference between the manual and the automatic transmission.
Automatic Transmission
- Easier to use. Although there’s nothing inherently difficult about shifting gears and working a clutch, it still takes a bit of practice before most drivers are comfortable learning to use each of their limbs independently to control a manual transmission vehicle. Automatic transmissions, by comparison, are much simpler and take drivers significantly less time to learn.
- Less manually restrictive. Most new drivers are taught that the safest way to drive is to keep both hands firmly on the wheel always. This is possible when driving an automatic transmission vehicle, but is not possible with a manual transmission.
- Better for hilly areas. If you’re a less experienced driver, you may find that navigating steep inclines in a manual transmission are difficult, especially if you’re attempting to do so from a dead stop. Automatic transmissions take care of this issue, enabling your car to operate efficiently no matter how steep the hill might be.
- Greatly reduced the risk of stalling. There are few things more embarrassing and awkward than accidentally stalling your vehicle right when the traffic light changes. This isn’t a common problem for those driving automatic transmission, where stalling will only occur if there’s a mechanical problem in the vehicle.
- Easier to use in heavy traffic. Overall, more work goes into starting, accelerating, decelerating, and stopping manual transmissions. This isn’t normally a problem, but in heavy traffic where a car can get up to speed, drivers may notice that the constant starting and stopping becomes a difficult chore. Automatic transmissions allow the driver to move through heavy traffic without having to do more than push a single pedal.
Manual Transmission
- Less expensive to purchase. If you’re car shopping on a budget, then there’s really no contest between the manual and the automatic. On average, a manual transmission will cost you about a thousand dollars less than an automatic of the same model.
- Cheaper to maintain. With all of the added machinery that goes into the automatic transmission, it can end up costing you more money for its maintenance. Manual transmission cars require very little maintenance, and generally maintenance and repairs end up being significantly less costly.
- Better fuel efficiency. Overall, manual transmission engines are less complex, weigh less, and have more gears than automatics. The simpler it is, the lesser its likely to consume fuel. Manual transmissions have been known to save drivers between 5% and 15% on their fuel costs.
- Less likely to be stolen. Your wannabe car thief should be a car geek at some point. Now with new generations of modern cars running around, stealing a manual car will be enough to deter the car thief. It is hard to steal a manual transmission car.
- Better control. Automatic transmissions are designed to choose the best gear for any situation, but they tend to err on the side of caution, shifting to too high of a gear and wasting engine power. Manual transmissions give drivers greater control over the vehicle.
If this one helps you to decide whether to choose a manual or an automatic transmission car, New York City Auto Salvage and Glass can help you. We buy and sell a wide range of manual and automatic cars that might suit your needs. Just give us a call at (718) 297 9797. We will give you a hand!
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Perks of Buying Auto Parts from Salvage Yards
Buying used auto parts has its many perks. Salvage yards are one of many great places for you to purchase these parts. The main benefit of purchasing salvaged auto parts is the price. This is the primary reason why many consumers nowadays choose to buy salvaged parts rather than pay expensive prices for new parts. Generally, you can find used auto parts for a fraction of the cost of a new part, sometimes saving as much as half the price of what you would normally pay.
Purchasing used auto parts also helps reduce the need to have more new parts manufactured, meaning it also helps conserve our resources. This, of course, helps save materials that would be used to make the parts, as well as reduce the amount of fuel such as electricity that is also needed to manufacture new parts. In addition, salvage shops offer a wide range of parts and brands to choose from. Literally, salvage shops got what you are looking for. Some salvage shops also take your old part for a discount on the part you are buying and re-manufacture it for re-selling.
So as you can see there are many reasons why it is more beneficial for you to purchase used auto parts when repairing your car in a salvage yard. Not only it is a great way to save money, which everybody loves, but also an excellent way to conserve our energy and help mother earth.
If you are looking for a quality used auto parts, then you are in the right spot. At New York City Auto Salvage & Glass, we provide a wide range of car parts for sale and models to supply your needs and yes, we offer free delivery for your convenience. We also buy junk cars around New York City area and the whole United States.
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Hidden Treasure in Salvage Yards
Remember the old days that we use the traditional yellow page directory to look for services and information that we need? Now in the digital era, everything is one click and touch away. Everything can be researched through the internet in our computers and smart phones. It is very convenient and one you may come across are Salvage Yards which we will talk about in this article.
You will never know what you can get from a salvage yard. A salvage yard can offer a wide range of brand, make, and selection of parts that you need. It is called a bag of treasure because you can find valuable parts for such a cheap price. It is also a place for hard to find parts when you are restoring or owning vintage cars. Based from personal experience I have come to a salvage yard and I wasn’t really expecting to find the part that I need but I’m really desperate so I did give it a try. I was looking for a front bumper of a Mitsubishi Sedan and luckily out of nowhere I found one. It is also the same color that I need for my car. I got it for only $30.00 would you believe that? In authorize service centers it may cost around $100-$200 and triple the price from salvage yards. I ask the man who owns the salvage yard and he told me that the part that I purchased comes from a car that recently junk by its owner because it was involve in an accident, luckily the driver was not harmed and the damage part of the car is from the rear the reason why the front bumper has been saved. That is why I have it now. Salvage Yards also work by paying cash for your junk car or you can sell parts in case you have some stock after replacement it’s another way for cash back.
If you think that Salvage Yards are the best alternative way for buying parts, give New York City Auto Salvage and Glass. Here is our contact number (718) 297-9797. You can also find us on Facebook just type our name. Catch ya!
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We Pay Top Cash for your Rusty Gold!
Looking for that easy money this month? Why not considering selling your junk car at New York City Auto Salvage and Glass and have pay back for your car? Yes, money for your junk!
Still wondering if it is true or not? Read on.
If you are looking to get rid of your old car or truck, because you just had enough trouble of keeping it on the road, we got your back. New York City Auto Salvage and Glass is buying and offers junk car removal for your old ride depending on the condition. You can have your vehicle removed for free from anywhere around New York and we’ll pay you cash for it. From cars to vans, 4WD vehicles and trucks, our car removal team will take just about any vehicle in any condition. New York City Auto Salvage and Glass also deals in other makes and models; just call us for any inquiry for your car. You don’t have to worry if your car won’t be sold. Someone’s junk is a rusty gold for others.
New York City Auto Salvage and Glass has a wide range of used spare parts. All over the years of experience we acquired quality used auto parts and earned the trust of the local people of New York. All second hand car parts are removed, inspected and comes with an exchange warranty. Our other service includes next day delivery of spare parts if you are around New York, Jamaica and Queens.
The first step starts right at your fingertips. It’s that easy to get started. Simply call us on (718) 297-9797 or click the free quote button and fill up the form to submit your vehicle details and we will contact you. It is our pleasure to serve you.
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