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Lug Nut Rust Is A Big Deal
Although small, the role of a lug nut is huge. This little thing can also trigger a big problem if it is not treated properly. Moreover, lug nut is often forgotten. One of them is rust. As we know, the most common lug nut material is iron which is prone to rust. Moreover, when opening the lug nut, we may accidentally peel off the protective layer which makes it very easy to rust.
TIPS & TRICK
You Should Check Your Oil In A Level Surface
Checking the oil on the engine is worth doing in a certain interval. Moreover, if the car is old, sometimes the engine may leak oil or burn oil. Of course, when checking the oil, it is done via a dipstick. With a dipstick, the amount of oil and the condition of the oil will be clearly visible.
KNOWLEDGE
What Will Happen If You Use A Thinner Oil
The use of the right oil for the engine certainly has an important role. Each engine requires a different oil viscosity due to differences in the internal area of the engine and engine condition. Sometimes, you may accidentally use an oil that is less viscous than it should be, for example, 5W-30 instead of 10W-40. What will happen to the engine?
TIPS & TRICK
4 Ways To Prevent Lug Nut Damage
Lug nut certainly plays an important role in the car. The lug nut will keep the wheels of the car from slipping off and staying tight on the car. If damaged, the effect can be large or minimal.
KNOWLEDGE
Never Run Your Power Steering Dry
Power steering is available in different types of models depending on the car. In today's cars, most have implemented electric power steering models because they are more efficient and require less maintenance. However, there are still many hydraulic power steering systems, especially in older cars. This system itself is considered capable of providing good feedback to the driver.
TIPS & TRICK
Preventing Oil Crust Build-Up In Engines
Oil crust often occurs in the internals of the engine. This itself is a natural and frequent occurrence, usually in the piston and valve area of the engine. This may affect engine performance and can damage the engine if it is too severe. However, this can be avoided or at least minimized with proper maintenance. What kind of maintenance?
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How Shock Absorber Might Affect Your Alignment
When it comes to the maintenance of footwork and tyres, it is usually associated with 2 treatments, balancing and alignment. This time, Forceum will discuss alignment. Alignment is a maintenance in which the alignment of a car suspension must be ensured to be aligned for several reasons, mainly to ensure the steering wheel is straight, as well as ensure the tyres have an even level of wear.
TIPS & TRICK
4 Easy Ways To Gain More Fuel Economy
Saving everything is a good thing, one of which is fuel. By saving fuel, it is not only good for your wallet, but also for the environment. In order to save fuel, it is not limited to the type of car, the most important thing is the driving style with eco-driving techniques.
KNOWLEDGE
Your Brake Pedal Feedback Matters
There are various senses in a person that can be used when driving, one of which is the feedback of the pedal, for example, the brake pedal which usually has fairly strong feedback. Brake pedals that use a hydraulic system will give unique feedback to the pedals, both hard and soft. Sometimes, other brake components such as brake boosters can affect this.