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10 Ways to Keep Your Car Out of the Shop
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Posted 3:16 PM EST September 29, 2007
Posted by: jshreeves7
K & N air filters are another great option. They increase air flow which increase mpg. Top it off with the fact they have a 1,000,000 mile garuntee and you really can't go wrong. Especially if you are like me any keep your vehicle for 8-12 years at a time. Just wash it and oil it regularly instead of replacing it with a paper filter.

-Jamie Shreeves
Posted 3:14 PM EST September 29, 2007
Posted by: jshreeves7
Auto Parts can be obtained through retailers such as NAPA Auto Parts. Many of these components are as good or better than the OEM standards. In fact I replaced the brakes on my truck with high performance cross drilled rotors for less than the OEM parts cost. It's a win-win, cost me less and I get better parts!
Posted 6:29 PM EST November 20, 2006
Posted by: normaneh
Some gas filters are easy for a good do-it-your-self man. Some are hard requiring a lift. Get a repair manual for your car in an auto supply store. Read it. Air filters are easy to replace some cabin filters are hard.
Posted 2:58 PM EST September 18, 2006
Posted by: flohrman
Change oil is a must. Howver there are do's and don'ts. Don't take it to a place that just replaces fluids. Take it to a place that checks tires, brakes, chasis parts and engine related parts. Most important of all track and mark your owners manual. Each car manufacturer has a section in the back for general maintenance. If the manual say's replace a part or provide a service. Replace it whether it needs or not.
Posted 12:52 PM EST September 18, 2006
Posted by: dart96
A new fuel filter does NOT cost twice as much as a fuel injector. I just replaced mine for under $20!
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