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When you’re changing your car’s coolant, it’s vital that you start with the engine completely cold. In doing its job to cool down the engine, the coolant absorbs heat from the engine so that under normal operating conditions, your car’s engine coolant is about 200 degrees Fahrenheit and under extreme pressure. Opening the radiator cap of a warmed-up engine is extremely dangerous; you could get a face full of scalding steam. Attempting to cool down engine coolant by introducing cold water to a hot engine can also cause thermal shock, potentially warping or cracking your engine block or cylinder head. Still have questions? Speak to one of our Tinker Experts today! https://hubs.la/Q02T7lPp0 #carengine #coldstart #carparts

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When was the last time you changed your vehicle’s anti-freeze? Engine coolant, often called anti-freeze, protects your vehicle’s cooling system against internal corrosion and your engine from overheating. However, with time and use, coolant becomes more acidic, losing its ability to prevent rust or safeguard your engine from “boiling over”. Fortunately, changing your coolant is an easy DIY job that will extend the life of your cooling system and your engine. Most manufacturers recommend changing your car’s coolant every three to five years or 30,000 to 50,000 miles. If your engine coolant looks rusty it’s definitely in need of replacement. But there’s more to it than just draining and refilling the radiator. Over the next few days we’ll provide a list of expert tips and tricks that will help you get the job done correctly and more importantly, safely. Read more in the Tinker blog! #blog #tinkerdiy #coolant

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If you want to go all-in on weight savings, consider removing nonessential parts such as the rear seats, carpet, sound insulation, stereo and even the air conditioning. There's a reason you won't find any of these items on a race car: They add considerable mass to the vehicle, sapping performance. Of course, the downside to this approach is, well, you won't have those amenities in your car anymore. That can turn your daily commute into even more of a drag. Our advice here is to proceed carefully, starting with changes that can be reversed rather easily, if you change your mind for any reason. But for the hardcore enthusiast, this is one of the cheapest and most effective ways to shave pounds. And consider this: Some supercar variants like the McLaren 765LT come this way from the factory – and cost extra! Still have questions? Speak to one of our Tinker Experts today! https://hubs.la/Q02RLTr30 #carweight #racing #carparts

Carbon fiber, the super-strong, super-lightweight material once exclusive to aerospace and high-end motorsports, has trickled down to the aftermarket world. That means it’s possible to replace some of your car’s heaviest steel parts –hood, fenders, trunk lid and doors – with carbon fiber equivalents. This can shave as much as 30 pounds per part. However, it’s important to consider a few factors before you whip out your credit card. One is that carbon fiber is still pretty expensive, so if you’re working within a budget you may want to try some of our other suggested upgrades first. Another is that carbon fiber is susceptible to damage from the sun, so be sure to look for parts with UV-resistant coatings and, once installed, keep them clean and waxed. Still have questions? Speak to one of our Tinker Experts today! https://hubs.la/Q02Rzc-H0 #carbonfiber #motorsports #aftermarketparts

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