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Time to Paint!

If you find yourself in need of a touch-up paint job on your vehicle, consider doing it yourself rather than going to a body shop. The process to follow is straight forward. Find out what color paint you need. Look for a sticker on the vehicle that contains the paint code. The sticker is not always in the same place, so you may have to look around. You’ll need a cleaning agent, 220-grit sandpaper, a base coat, a clear coat, and a rubbing compound. Clean and sand, if necessary, the damaged area. Park the vehicle in a spot away…
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What Is Brake Fluid?

Brake fluid is a type of fluid that is used in the hydraulic brake system. It converts the force into pressure. When you push your foot down on the brake, the fluid will turn this force into pressure and stop your vehicle. Your brake fluid will likely last four to five years. There are many signs that you may notice if your brake fluid needs to be replaced. You may notice that the ABS light comes on. ABS is short for anti-lock braking system. You may also notice pedal problems. You may have a hard time pushing down on the…
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