Radiators – choosing between aftermarket and OE quality
Written on Jun 07 2011 in Radiators > TechnicalIf it looks the same it must work the same, right? Hey, what does it matter it is so much cheaper anyway.
Sadly the above rings true for the way that not only a good number of motorists may reason but also a good number of service providers/parts retailers as well. And in tough economic times it is understandable since everybody needs to make the Rands and cents go a lot further than before. But as always the question remains whether the cheapest solution is really the cheapest in the long run.
Read more ...Intercoolers and Turbo Failure
Written on Jun 07 2011 in Intercoolers > TechnicalSince the year 2000, the number of turbocharged vehicles in South Africa is steadily increasing. And the growing trend continues. There are many reasons for this: Turbo engines are a convincing choice thanks to low fuel consumption, improved engine efficiency, optimised exhaust emissions and a reduction of the thermal load on the engine. In addition, power increases over the entire engine-speed range can be achieved by this means.
Read more ...Intercoolers – Choosing between aftermarket and OE quality
Written on Jun 07 2011 in Intercoolers > TechnicalIs the aftermarket part really any worse than the OE quality part? Considering the price difference does it really matter?
Well, for one thing there are good aftermarket parts and there are bad aftermarket parts. But how do you really know the difference.
Even if you are qualified in the field of thermodynamics and heat transfer you would still be well advised to stick with a supplier who is experienced in the field and who has a track record of supplying only quality parts.
Read more ...Engine coolants
Written on Jun 07 2011 in Engine Coolants > TechnicalAn engine coolant basically makes sure that the water in your radiator doesn’t freeze, right? Well yes it does, but it does much more than that and the other functions it performs are equally as important if not even more important than the freeze protection it offers.
The question that motorists might consider at one point is whether it is really necessary to maintain the engine coolant mixture in the engines cooling system instead of just topping up or refilling with tap water as needed.
Read more ...Electrolysis
Written on Jun 07 2011 in Electrolysis > TechnicalAlong with the evolution of the motor vehicle over the years have come various advances in vehicle technology, driven by a growth in manufacturer capabilities, customer demand as well as the need to produce vehicles which are more efficient. Some aspects of this advancement included new possibilities to reduce the weight of the vehicles as well as an increased use of electronics while still maintaining the costs of the vehicles within desired parameters.
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