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Motor mount replacement cost
Motor mount replacement cost Like most automotive repairs, motor mount replacement cost varies based on the engine design and whether the carmaker installed traditional rubber (elastomeric) mounts versus hydraulic, active or even magneto rheological mo…
How motor mounts work and how they fail
How motor mounts work and how they fail Motor mounts, also known as engine mounts, play a critical role in securing the engine to the chassis of a vehicle and in reducing engine vibration. There are three types of motor mounts; traditional rubber (elas…
Symptoms of a bad motor mount
Symptoms of a bad motor mount As an engine creates torque, there’s always an equal-and-opposite-reaction to the torque twist. To keep the engine in place and resist twisting, carmakers secure the engine and transmission with motor mounts and at l…
Head gasket replacement cost
Head gasket replacement cost Online Head Gasket Replacement Cost estimates are way off the mark If you do an internet search for head gasket replacement cost you’ll see that J.D. Power comes up first with a price of $1,000 to $3,000. There’s no w…
The Benefits of Repairing Your Car Versus Replacing It
Owning a car is a significant investment, and it’s no secret that vehicles can come with their fair share of maintenance and repair costs. When faced with a car that’s seen better days, many people grapple with the decision of whether to repair it or replace it with a new one. While both options have […]
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Engine Troubleshooting Common Problems, With Solutions
TROUBLESHOOTING DRIVELINE NOISES: Identifying Factory Solutions
What Is More Important Quality Or Price In Auto Repair?
The recession that hit our nation has changed how people save, invest and spend their money. We have all learned not to be quite so frivolous with our money and our continued and current economic situation has led more consumers to be fairly price conscious. While price is important, it is also important not to […]
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How Do You Minimize Vehicle Breakdowns?
Vehicle breakdowns, are inconvenient, expensive and always seem to happen at the worst times. There is also a huge safety factor, getting way off to the side of the road, using flares, hazard flashers and having an emergency kit, a plan and equipment in the event of a breakdown is always a good idea. […]
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SERVICING DIESELS: Identifying Normal Characteristics
The post SERVICING DIESELS: Identifying Normal Characteristics appeared first on Mighty Auto Parts.
A major part of the diagnostic process is identifying an issue from a normal characteristic. Following are some examples of customer complaints that cou…
A Difficult Diagnosis: When Multiple Conditions Create Similar Symptoms
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Customer complaints of rough idle, misfires, crank but no start or long crank time symptoms can be a challenge with today’s technology…
4 Signs Your Catalytic Converter Is Bad
The catalytic converter is vital to a vehicles exhaust system. It can be difficult to notice anything wrong since it isn’t something you see all the time. That said, there are a few things to be on the lookout for to make you aware you are having a problem. If you’re experiencing any of the above […]
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