Sunday, August 2, 2009

Nology Hotwires spark plug wires, the absolute best spark plug wire you can buy

Hotwires create the most powerful spark possible and are the only ignition wires that produce horsepower, assure a cleaner and faster combustion, and extend spark plug life. Hotwires are engineered with a special built-in capacitor, exclusive only to HotWires. This revolutionary design allows spark Aenergy to accumulate in the capacitor until the voltage reaches the ionization point. At that split second, the entire power of the stored spark is discharged at once. The resulting spark is up to 300 times more powerful. Combustion is faster and more complete, resulting in increased horsepower and a cleaner burn. Replacing conventional ignition wires with hotwires is the easiest way to increase the performance of any engine. Available for most cars, trucks, motorcycles, go-karts, snowmobiles, personal watercrafts and boats. hotwires can be custom-made to fit nearly any application. HotWires create a tremendously powerful plasma discharge that ignites every fuel mixture, rich or lean, much better than a conventional spark. Combustion is more complete, resulting in increased horsepower and lower exhaust emissions. Installinghotwires is like installing horsepower!

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Saturday, August 1, 2009

O.E. and after market automotive parts

Here at The Wright Import, we use only the best parts for your vehicle. Typically we will only use O.E. (original equipment) but sometimes the cost of these parts can be very expensive. So our customers may choose to to use an after market part to save on the cost of the repairs. if you decide to use an after market part, be sure to use only the best available. remember that cheaper is not always better when it comes to automotive parts and accessories.


Untitled DocumOften, in pulling off a number of things, the one way to remain sane throughout the entire encounter is to retain a bit of order, to give oneself a coherent structure to follow. So if the matter has to do with buying performance auto parts online, the first thing you have to do is obviously to build up on a plan. With all pertinent details and information laid out on a neat, tidy arrangement, you’ll feel like everything is already starting to fall in place, even before you’ve taken the first step.
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So here’s the plan. The first thing, the first and foremost, is to determine
significant—key—information that can help you find wh atever missing
part it is that your ride needs. Follow the vein of thought and two ideas will
pop up here: auto parts and online. These
are the areas that your search must obvi
ously focus on. Why online? In this
day and age, a number of automotive suppliers have sprung up left and right
in the Internet, opening a whole new world of convenience and flexibility. Why
go to all the bother of checking out an auto part shop personally, with all
the trouble and effort the trip will surely entail, if you can just acquire
the replacement parts you wish to with only
a single click of the mouse? No need to move from where you are. Nor will you
need to wrack up transportation costs since you won’t be going anywhere
in the first place.

If you’re an extremely busy individual, with plenty of things on your day–to-day plate to see to, the notion of carving up a lousy few minutes just so you can sprint to the auto parts supplier nearest to your current location does not sound awfully handy and convenient. Besides, there’s no telling what may happen if you decide to set off for the auto parts supplier. Vicious traffic build-ups, brave animals appearing and dashing towards the middle of the road, three seconds before you run over them, and other road mishaps tend to shake most drivers’ beliefs in the credibility of good faith and in the notion that everything will turn out for the best, even when your ride is in desperate need of this engine part or that exhaust item. W hich is why, online is better. And because online commerce has since boomed, a number of auto parts suppliers have already sprang up out there, offering great items like disc brake conversion kits or rotors, even air filters or ac compressors, at discount prices with excellent service. And though they certainly won’t fall at your feet in packs, I think it’s the same assumption that online search engines will make your job easier for you since all you have to do is type the words in. Remember to check on the available information on the company, though. You’re not just looking for any sort of car parts but for performance auto parts so make sure the supplier is reliable. When you have the info and you’ve gone online, what else is there to do?
Well, just one more thing. After all, there’s one characteristic that all human pursuits must share and this is—yep—persistence. So whether

you are looking for car parts like wheel alloys or other equally elusive wheel and tire accessories on this planet, the key to getting your hands on them is pretty simple: keep at it. And sooner or
later, those performance auto parts will
land right on your lap.

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Husky Liner
Magnaflow
Flowmaster
Bilstein
Corsa
AEM
Covercraft
Centerforce
Pacesetter
ACT
Weathertech
Manik
Walker
Superchips
Westin
Power Slot
Edelbrock
Putco
Hella
Dynomax
Powerstop
Bushwacker
Exedy
KYB
DEC
Gibson
Brembo
Monroe
Lund
Coverking
Ventshade
Dee Zee
Hypertech
Airaid
Volant

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catalytic converters or cat



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Disgusted by black, noxious fumes coming out of your vehicle? That smoke is fouling
the air you breathe, and by the way, poisoning not only yourself but also your
loved ones. And it could also mean frequent emissions tests, as mandated by various
state laws and the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).



You can solve that problem by installing catalytic
converters
into your vehicle. A catalytic
converter
(also known as catcon or cat) is a device that turns harmful exhaust
gases like nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide and unburned fuel into basic molecules
like nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide and water. "Cats" reduce the
toxicity of these emissions from your internal combustion engine. This way,
these gases can no longer cause damage in the environment, thus making you safer
and healthier.




Motor engines try to regulate the air:fuel ratio to 1:14.7. Meaning, for every
pound of fuel to be burned, the engine needs 14.7 pounds of air to do the job.
But in reality, when driving the air-fuel ratio in your engine varies from lean
(an air-to-fuel ratio higher than 14.7), and other times the mixture can be
rich (an air-to-fuel ratio lower than 14.7).




Because of these non-ideal conditions, the burnt fuel can actually produce other
kinds of emissions like:




* Carbon monoxide - a poisonous gas that is colorless and odorless

* Hydrocarbons or volatile organic compounds - produced mostly from unburned
fuel that evaporates


Sunlight breaks these down to form oxidants, which react with oxides of nitrogen
to cause ground level ozone (O3), a major component of smog.

* Nitrogen oxides - contributes to smog and acid rain, and also causes irritation
to human mucus membranes.




The catalytic
converter
works by:




1.Reduction of nitrogen oxides to nitrogen and oxygen.

2.Oxidation of (non greenhouse gas, but toxic) carbon monoxide to less harmful
(greenhouse gas) carbon dioxide.

3.Oxidation of unburnt carcinogenic hydrocarbons to carbon dioxide and water.



Several components make up the standard catalytic converter. These are:


1.The core or substrate. The core is made up of a ceramic honeycomb, which
provides support to the catalyst.

2.The washcoat. This is a mixture of silicon and aluminum. This forms with the
core, a rough, irregular surface which has a large surface area. The large surface
area gives more places for the catalyst to bind. The catalyst is first suspended
to the washcoat before being applied to the core.

3.The catalyst. Tis is usually a precious metal, either platinum, palladium
or rhodium. Platinum is most widely used but is the most expensive. Either palladium
or rhodium is substituted for it. Platinum and rhodium are used as reduction
catalysts, while palladium and platinum are oxidation catalysts.



One downside of having catalytic
converters
is that it becomes ineffective in the presence of lead, which
leads to catalyst poisoning. Catalyst poisoning occurs when a substance in the
engine exhaust coats the surface of the catalyst, preventing further exhaust
access to the catalytic materials. To avoid it, vehicles with catalytic
converters
are run using unleaded fuel.



Catalytic
converters
help protect lessen the emissions brought about by the burning
of fossil fuels. Having one installed is doing your share in protecting our
environment. In the end, you are also protecting yourself and your loved ones.




Before you take your Vacation, Keep this in mind




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Winter is again a short step away. But before you take your gear out of the closet
and set off for the charms as well as excitement of that well-deserved sea shore
trip, clear a couple of things, first. Make sure the exhaust
system
of your ride is well and truly up for the sweaty clutch of the days
that are certain to plague you for quite a bit of a spell. If you have an imperfect
acquaintance with the exhaust
system
and often shake your head, wondering what it does in there, now's as
good a time as any to play catch-up. The exhaust
system
is the part of your engine that sees to two chief functions: one, it
gets rid of the lethal gases emitted by the engine and two, it reduces the degree
of noise that inevitably results when the gases make their way out of the car's
system.



Do you know what happens when gas seepage into the passenger compartment occurs?
Nausea, headaches as well as heightened irritability are common. On the other
hand, inhaling a goodly amount of dosage can also cause an alarming loss of
consciousness and in extreme cases, even death. This bit right here is quite
important to remember. After all, we all have a penchant for staying inside
the car when the heat gets too high. Cooking awhile under the sun and getting
a tan is fine but turning into a reddened lobster doesn't go quite well with
one's notion of making merry in the summer. Neither is suffering from sunburns
or skin cancer.




With that said, it is imperative that we make sure the passenger compartment
won't have any gas seepage mishaps or we may find ourselves in an uncomfortable
fix. And driving while the windows are down, which is one way to prevent any
gas seepage from turning into a potential danger is not something most of us
wish to contemplate, much less endure when the temperature is a near-hundred
degree. Sweating your way through a workout is productive. Sweating while sitting
inside your car is not, especially when you're on your way to work or out for
a family picnic with three squabbling kids in the backseat.




One surefire way to know if your exhaust
system
is already in need of immediate part replacements is excessive noise
when gases escape from your muffler.
The noise may indicate worn patches in the tubes somewhere within. These are
torn areas through which the gases escape. If you happen to hear this with a
bit of regularity, better start a more thorough inspection of your exhaust
system
as soon as possible.




You may have a defective catalytic
converter
or a series of faulty exhaust pipes in your ride. If your system
still stays buggy after you've satisfactorily seen to these concerns, then maybe
you ought to get new Oxgen sensor mufflers to go with the rest. Remember, when
checking the system, do a careful job of it. Inspect the entire exhaust assembly.
See the exhaust manifolds for any damages, the pipes, the resonator, tailpipe
and miscellaneous clamps as well as brackets. If any of these parts have sustained
damages of the critical sort, don't just diddle around in your haunches. Set
out to acquire the proper replacements immediately. You don't know when you'll
require the full talents of your exhaust
system
and exhaust system components, especially during the warm days of
summer. You don't want to be driving with your windows down, squinting in the
heat and glare simply because your exhaust
system
is having trouble keeping up.




Not to mention the fact that you are also adding to the pollutants in the atmosphere
by cruising around with leaky exhaust pipes or tubes. Is there a reason this
matters? Yes, especially in connection to appreciating the oh-joys of summer.
See, pollutants that clog up the air rise to the atmosphere where they proceed
to destroy the ozone layer. The thinning out of the ozone and emergence of holes
in it, as we know and are all aware of, both contribute to the increasing count
of skin cancer and other epidermal woes in the populace due to the preponderance
of harmful UV rays. If this continues, more and more people will be less than
likely to grow thrilled with the prospect of beach outings and then where would
that leave us? Our summers will never be the same again.




You see then. No matter how convoluted, long-winded or round-about it is, how
you see to your exhaust system plays a significant part in the scheme of things
in this world. Aint that grand? So do your part but well.




Things to know when buying auto parts online




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The
Internet is a great way to shop. From the comfort of your chair, you can go from
one online shop to the next, comparing product prices and features so you always
get the best deals. You can also read product reviews of shoppers who have previously
bought an item and learn from their experiences. You save yourself the hassle
of actually going out to these stores, lining up to pay, and carrying back the
goods to your house. With just a few clicks of the mouse you can shop and buy,
and wait for your purchase to arrive at your doorstep within 5 days or less. This
is shopping convenience at its best and what's more, online shops are open 24
hours a day!

So the next time you need a replacement
for your car, say a
new headlight
or a
better exhaust muffler
, buy online. You would be surprised to know that
there are hundreds of websites offering
a wide range of auto parts and accessories
. Many of these online shops carry
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) replacements and aftermarket performance
parts for your vehicle. Their massive online catalogues can be sorted according
to auto part, type of car, and year of make so you can zero in to what you need
in no time. Unlike your brick and mortar auto parts retailer, online
auto parts merchants
will inform you through email or by phone when an accessory
that is not in stock becomes available.



There is no question about the convenience
offered by online auto parts shopping to busy car owners but you may want to
take certain precautions to ensure a smooth and enjoyable shopping experience.



1.
Know your online retailer
. You want only the best replacements for
your car so make sure you are shopping in reputable
online stores
. Check out their inventory of car accessories. Does the store
offer a wide selection for a particular replacement? Does it provide relevant
information about the product features and pricing? Click on the site's About
link and see if the store has clearly disclosed who they are and how to reach
them. A good way to determine an online store's reputation is through the quality
of its customer service.



2. Protect your privacy.
Shop only at secure websites. When
you're at the checkout page, the address on your browser should begin with 'https'
instead of just 'http'. 'https' means the the online transaction is being secured
from malicious interception. It is very important to read the store's Privacy
Policy so you know exactly what the store will do with the personal and financial
information you are giving to them. Look for eTrust, VeriSign, HackerSafe, BBBOnline
Reliability Program, and other privacy enforcement seals to guarantee your security
and privacy.



3. Keep a record of your
transactions
. Take
note of the shipping and handling fees and total charges before you click on
that Buy button. The total price you pay for a new car part is often higher
than the published one. Make sure to printout receipts, confirmation emails,
and other information related to your order so you have something to back you
up in case you have questions or problems with the shipment.



4. Read the fine print.
There are cases when what is delivered to you is different from what you ordered
and you have to return it. While rare, errors such as this do happen so read
the online merchant's cancellation, return, and complaint-handling policies.
Does the store offer warranties for its auto parts and accessories, and who
honors that warranty? Do you get a refund to your credit card or get a store
credit? If these are not posted, it is wise to call or send an email to customer
service first before going ahead with your purchase.



So there you have it. These tips
seem too much a bother at first but as you get to know the best auto
parts retailers online
and become comfortable with their system, you eventually
save yourself some headaches and disappointments. Happy online shopping!