Monday, May 10, 2010

air filter

this is how air filter looks like upon one of my reader(celine) request.. sorry for the lack of info.. =).. 
old and new.. haha.. this air filter is commonly found in many car...

this is normally found in four wheel drive's such as Toyota hilux, Mitsubishi pajero etc etc


this is how a performance air filter looks like.. some do not have to be replaced but cleaned only.. for more info you can ask me.. cheeee...

this is a carburettor air filter..

to make it simple you just have to search for the part of the car which is made of cotton and normal at the very top of the engine or intake manifold.. so there you are.. i hope this will make you understand more about air filters in detail..
till then..

Sunday, May 9, 2010

being more wary

this post is more to people who do not even give a damn about the vehicles that bring them around the world as a main commuter.. i do not understand when some people just do know how to drive their vehicles and not care of how to do simple maintenance and checking so that you can at least save a few trips to the workshop to be poke in the wallet and cash flows like the running river.. when some customers keeps complaining to you that they are having this prob and that problem most of the time is due to your own very actions.. a few simple step such as giving your car an engine oil check and air filter check would be just enough to save your wallet the blast.. this 2 things only if anything go wrong can destroy the whole system of your vehicle.. so i am gonna explain a bit on how to check your engine oil and air filter.

this is for engine oil level checking




  1. Step1
    Turn off the engine and open the hood.


  2. Step2
    Locate the oil dipstick. If you are not sure where it is, check your car owner's manual or ask your mechanic.


  3. Step3


    Pull out the dipstick, noting where you pulled it from (see A).


  4. Step4


    Wipe the dipstick clean with a rag and look at the indicator at the bottom of the dipstick.


  5. Step5
    Push the dipstick back into the hole, making sure to push it back in all the way.


  6. Step6
    Pull out the dipstick again and see where the oil has left a residue in relation to the indicators (see B).


  7. Step7
    If the oil level on the dipstick reads "low" or "add," add oil through the oil-filler hole located at the top of the engine. Add 1/4 qt. (250 ml) at a time to avoid overfilling and use a funnel to avoid spilling.


  8. Step8
    Recheck the oil level, following steps 3 through 6.

    air filter checking




    1. Step1
      Before you can change your air filter, you need to check to see if you even need to replace the one you have. Open the hood of your car.


    2. Step2
      Flip back or release the spring clips on the side of the housing for the air filter. This is a black box located on the driver's side of the engine under the battery.


    3. Step3
      Pull out the air filter. Look it over. Is it very dusty? Does it look white or is it grey or a creamy color with parts of leaves in it? If the filter is discolored or has bits of dirt in it then you should replace it.


    4. Step4
      Place the filter back in the chamber you pulled it from. You cannot drive to the store to get another air filter without already having one in your car.


    5. Step5
      Close lid and snap back in the clips.


    6. Step6
      If your air filter is clean, you are done. If you need to replace your filter, read on.


    7. Step7
      Go to your local auto parts store and to the air filter section.


    8. Step8
      Look through the book, or ask personnel for information on which filter to buy.


    9. Step9
      Purchase the new air filter.


    10. Step10
      Open the hood of your car and the lid to the air filter housing again.


    11. Step11
      Take out the old filter and throw it away.


    12. Step12
      Place new filter in chamber.


    13. Step13
      Close lid and secure the chamber by snapping in the clips on the side of the air filter housing (black box).


    14. Step14
      Close car hood.

      that's all some lil knowledge about how to maintain your vehicle.. =)
      cheers!




Tuesday, May 4, 2010

been busy lately

wow... have been really busy lately.. didnt had the time to update my blog.. well i have been on a relaxing trip to bentong(ah moon kor's hometown).. it was a blast.. really enjoyed.. well other than that was busy doing some overhaulin for lil kit's satria.. hectic work i tell you.. anyways the main purpose i am updating today is to let everyone know that i am now currently not having classes anymore.. am on a trainings period which my stupid college call it OJT(on job training).. yes i am currently having my training at sunway industrial area. the place is famous for big project cars, race cars, personal modification on cars and much more.. the workshop that i am working in is named Kaitenaz.. my working hours is from 11am til 7pm.. feel free to drop by alright if your nearby will deeply appreciate the effort.. =)..



will update more as soon as i get some of my trip pictures aite.. =).. till then