More garage related hints and tips

MORE GARAGE TIPS

The A.A. have made available to the general public the following site which you might include in your motoring section as I am sure your site visitors would find it very useful, the address is:- www.theaapodcasts.com David Dempsey (40 Years on the road}
	The best way to free jammed steering locks is to remove the load from the steering mechanism. To do this jack up the front of the car in the middle of the axle. Then normally the steering wheel and lock will be no longer under load this allows the key to be turned as normal. Information received from David Demspey (ex. AA)
To stop windscreen wipers squeaking rub a slice of apple onto the blades. Contributed by Andrew Atkinson
	When cleaning electrical components in your car i.e. fuses etc. use an electrical contact cleaner such as "DeoxIT" as it actually improves the conductivity of the metal. Although fairly expensive it can be used elsewhere and a little goes a long way. Thanks to Andrew Muschett for this one.
To remove oil from drives pour on a small bottle of Coca Cola, cheap and effective! Sent in by Carol Bransby
	A liquid spray called "Muck off" sold to clean mountain bikes is great for cleaning soiled alloy car wheels. This product is apparently available in Halfords in the U.K., presumably there is something similar available in other parts of the world. Contributed by Victor Hunt
Ignition key won't turn in lock and wiggling the steering wheel does not work, try spraying some WD40 onto the lock. Personal experience of Angelia Thomas.
	When approaching a tunnel blink quickly this will adjust eyes to the tunnel lighting. John Mercieca Obviously care should be taken when driving to avoid accidents.

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