There are several types of import auto parts that can always be bought used. This includes everything from the exhaust pipes and manifold to fuel tank, window motors, oil pan, alternator, radiator, and engine.
Have you heard of a xenon headlamp device? This is currently the lamp used in single-sourcing lighting systems being developed for automotive use. In these systems, a single light source sends light via optical fibers to where is needed in the vehicle.
#ShockingSunday!
Ever notice you hear a clunk when going over a bump? Or maybe your car handles like an Amish buggy? Stop by Lou’s to get it checked out!
This customer’s shock absorbers were completely blown out and they had their sway bar end links rusted away too. These components help you get down the road in comfort and safety! We know more people have been traveling by car in the past few months than before, so be safe out there! Call Lou’s on 9th for you service needs or give our 4th street shop a cal for your parts needs!
When you upgrade to a custom muffler, you will not only feel the difference in power (greater performance through increased torque equals greater horsepower), but you will hear it also. That accompanying growl you will hear coming through your custom muffler means you are getting the most horsepower from your engine.
If you’re like many people, you may not always make the immediate connection between vehicle performance issues and worn parts. Remember, replacing worn parts as soon as you realize there’s an issue is the best way to keep your vehicle safe to operate.
#theygrowuptoofastthursday
We tried to social distance from the newest member of our crew and failed...But can you blame us?! Junkyard dogs need their belly rubbed too!
The Haynes Pioneer was re-engineered and significantly improved in the two years following its first test drive in 1894. By 1986, the Pioneer sported a new, high-powered engine (two-hp) and state of the art pneumatic tires instead of spoked bicycle-style wheels.
Interestingly, different countries use different colors for emergency vehicle lights. While in the U.S. the emergency colors are red and blue, in Europe it tends to be blue and in Asia it is usually red.
There are several reasons why buying used auto parts versus new ones is a smart move. Not only does this save you money (sometimes up to 50 percent off the current price), but by recycling you are helping the environment.
What is a “lean mixture?” This is an issue when the carburetor is delivering too much air and not enough gas. If your car backfires too often, jumps during acceleration in speed, or has discolored engine parts, then you may have a lean mixture.
Included in most truck body kits are extenders, which connect to or line up evenly between the body and frame to improve the stability of the entire mechanism. This includes the front and rear bumpers, as well as the radiator hoses and fuel lines.
Tires are a very simple and easy way to increase your car’s performance, as the right set of tires and treads optimizes handling through grip and control. Changing all of your tires out for performance tires will definitely affect performance.
