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Ten Ways to Improve Your Automobile Fuel Oil Efficiency

All motorists are now concerned with finding ways to help improve the fuel oil efficiency of their cars. One of the best ways to do this is to talk with the friendly guys at Ute hire on The Gold Coast, they are always happy to give advice and share their knowledge with you. Some other ways you can improve by yourself are: 1. Slow down Slowing down and staying at the speed limit will help you save fuel the open road speed limit has been proven the most economical speed, but just a small increase of speed can greatly increase the amount of fuel your engine uses. 2. Tyre inflation Rolling resistance is about the friction created when tyres, drive down the road. When you keep the rolling resistance as low as possible by having your tyres correctly inflated you will use less fuel. 3. The correct use of the air conditioner If you use the air conditioner when driving down the highway the amount of extra fuel you use is minimal, in fact, you use less fuel than if you had th

These 5 Things Can Help You In Improving Your Engine Performance

There are a few things you can do to improve your engine performance and also gain better fuel economy, one of the good things you can do is go and talk with the friendly guys at your local family owned Gold Coast Ute Hire Company, they will give you a few pointers and ideas when they’re not too busy. Some things you can do yourself are: 1. Maintenance   Ensure that all the normal maintenance things like oil and filter changes have been done and your tires are inflated to the manufacturer's recommended pressure. Change the drive belts and timing belts when recommended.Have your car tuned by a professional service mechanic and use the correct grade of fuel. 2. Air Intake   In order for your engine to run it needs the oxygen in the air to mix with the fuel, the more oxygen the more power your engine will produce. So try replacing the standard air intake with a larger capacity one with a larger filter to allow higher volumes of air to enter your throttle body.The

Which Engine Oil Should I Use in My UTE?

Choosing the right engine oil for your Ute is much more complicated than just finding the best price and the most attractive container. Engine oil is one of the most important products your Ute needs; it is obvious that not having oil will cause irreparable damage to your engine in a very short time. But choosing the wrong oil can drastically shorten the engine life and cause major repair bills. If you are ever unsure of which oil to use asking one of the friendly guys at Ute hire on the Gold Coast what they use and recommend is a great way to get the right advice from someone who is experienced. There are so many different oils available so knowing what they do and how they work will help you decide which is best for your Ute. These are the common types: Conventional mineral oil , this oil is refined from crude oil a range of viscosity qualities and grades and is recommended for most common engine designs and regular driving conditions. Synthetic Oil is minera

Basic Tips To Maintain Your Pickup Truck

The good old Aussie Ute or pickup truck really takes the knocks and for many, including farmers and contractors having a well running reliable “Tilly” is not only a sense of pride, but an essential part of their livelihood. Even main-street farmers who live in the cities and never get their muscle truck off the tar seal, having a good maintenance program is essential to keeping it in pristine condition. These simple steps can help you save big bucks on repairs as well as retaining a high resale value for your pickup. Keeping your pickup clean and tidy to retain the aesthetic value as well as preventing the buildup of grit and dust that can wear at moving parts and attract moisture promoting rusting. There is a huge range of cleaning products available to help protect both the interior and exterior of your pickup. Keep the tyres in good shape, they are your feet on the ground and having the correct pressure gives you the best ride and economy. Rotate and balance the tyres so th

15 Simple Tips For Better Maintenance of Commercial Truck

The proper maintaining of a commercial truck is necessary for safety and as a preventative measure. It can potentially save you a lot of money by preventing excessive wear and tear and help to make a truck more fuel efficient, save tyres and reduce running costs. Check your head lights, indicator lights, windscreen wiper blades, washer bottle level and horn. Maintaining proper manufacturers recommended tyre pressure is important as every 10 psi a tyre is underinflated a truck can have a 1% drop in fuel economy so check tyres daily. Check the tyre tread on all tyres, including the spare and trailer. With a tractor trailer combination the trailer tyres if not correctly inflated can have a large impact on fuel economy because of their increased drag effect. Check the Wheel alignment to ensure the tyres are pointed straight ahead. A ¼ degree deviation in alignment can cause a 10 to a 15ft sideways movement for every mile traveled according to “Cummins Trucks” and cause premat