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How to extend your worthless car life by more than 15 years…

A car is a big investment. When you buy one, it’s natural to want to protect your purchase and make sure that it lasts as long as possible. The best way to do this is by taking care of the vehicle and doing routine maintenance on it regularly. However, there are some simple things that you can do which will extend the life of your car even further! In this blog post, we’ll discuss a few of the easy ways for you to do just that! then the full discussion will be in my podcast

-First things first, it is important to keep certain things checked in your car, mostly in the morning before driving to wherever you wish.

But most people believe it’s the job of their mechanics to do this which is fatly wrong!

You don’t need to be a mechanic to save your car from always getting damaged which will always cost you thousands of naira.

The most amazing part of this homework or task is that it’s very easy. You need strength to do them, both old and young can do them. I’ve been doing these things since I was a little boy, thanks to my father.

He would ask me to wash his car every morning and make sure I carry out these easy operations. Though I always thought he was too harsh and maybe his discipline on me was too much but got to realize he was only grooming me to save myself from future frustration and loss.

This homework or task I’ve been doing for the past decade to date is what I am going to share with you today.

I told you it’s not something we can discuss in my WhatsApp status, it’s something that can only be discussed in my blog or podcast. which is what we are diving into right now.

The easiest homework or task to extend the life of your car like professional consists of;

Check your radiator water level in the morning:

It is compulsory that you check your car’s radiator water level every morning. This is something some people know but still ignore and believe their mechanic should be the one to check it for them.

Well, it’s true that your mechanic should do this but do you expect him to come to your house every day or sleep in your house so that he can be checking your radiator every day? The only job he has here is for him to educate you, and let you know that there are things you should always do to keep you safe and save your money every time. I do this all my life, won’t say I took after my father because he’s also a mechanic. No! I do this because I know it’s the right thing to do. So I hope you do the same too.

I’ve seen several scenes where motorists fight their mechanic for some very weird issues their car develops. I laugh at both of them and sometimes I just pity them both… And why do i laugh or pity them every time? It’s because neither of
them knows what I’m telling you now

Yes, he didn’t tell you this and he probably even doesn’t know he’s supposed to tell you. See, it may not be funny but I find it funny.

So, listen- I won’t say you should fight your mechanic after I let you know this simple homework are. I have a few on my list but there is still more though. But just digest these ones for now, till another day when you’ll go deeper. it’s a deep topic. I can’t type it all that’s why I decided to launch a podcast channel so you can get more insights about what I tell you guys.

You can’t imagine waking up in the morning and don’t brush, you don’t eat, take a bath or even use the drugs you are supposed to use in the morning. Then you expect your health not to be at risk it’s the same with your car. Your car is at high risk
of having its engine knock or more.

that’s why you need to do this homework to save your ass.

The second homework on the list is ;

Check engine oil level

This is one here is the craziest part that causes trouble a lot between mechanics and their customers, and you could be in those peoples shoes if you don’t do the necessary, keep waiting for your mechanic to come and check your engine oil level for you every day, then when anything happens to your engine, grab the mechanic by the neck to explain why it happened. Ah ah ah ah ah!!!

Listen, not checking your engine oil level regularly is almost the same thing as driving a dying car… Come on, just imagine how frustrated you will be when you’re driving to a serious event then your car breaks down. on the road. Then after the diagnosis of the mechanic, they find out your engine has knocked. So will you fight your mechanic and blame him for your knocked engine?

Now, you see why you should check your engine oil every morning. It’s not for anyone’s sake but for yours, except you like spending and wasting your time roaming around the mechanic workshop.

I won’t talk too much, so you won’t say I’m supporting mechanics because I’m also a mechanic. Whatever!

The third homework;

Check your break fluids (break oil level)

If you intend to live long and not die very soon, then you don’t want to forget to check your brake fluid level every goddamn morning!

Sorry, if I’m rude but I just can’t help myself. Your life is also important to me., see, apart from the fact that you could die when there is a shortage of brake fluid in your car, you could end up running someone over and kill them, you might go to jail, you could even. Get crippled, which can sometimes be worse than death. I’m not trying to scare you. Just telling what you should know. Anyway, let’s go to the next one…

Which is the fourth one right?

Check your tire pressure:

Won’t talk much about this but your tires should be ignored just because they are called tires or because they look like they don’t need any attention doesn’t mean you can’t get killed by them. But it’s not the tire’s fault that they are bad, it’s your fault for not being observant to have detected them.

Let’s just go to the next one, I don’t have much time.

The Fifth one is the last for today, which is also important. And this one keeps your car looking clean and new., that is;

Wash and wax your car:

I’m sure after hearing this, you might want to wash your car every day. Though I may not recommend everyday wash for your car my dad and I wash his car every blessed day.

Now, why do you need to do a regular car wash for your car? It’s not just because you need to keep it clean. No! That’s not why. Do you know that washing your car regularly maintains the paint and beauty of the car? I’m not even talking based on what I heard from someone or checked on Google. All I blog about and post about on my WhatsApp status are not all from research, they are from pure experiences that I have had.

I don’t like talking about facts that I’m not sure of or haven’t experimented with yet because it could be false, and I’ll be misleading you by doing so.

Washing my dad’s car for years made me realize that. Even though it’s true according to research. But I’m also confirming it by my experiment, I’m a practical guy.

And for the wax, waxing your car helps remove small scratches from your car paint that is not deep yet. So, washing helps keep the paint shiny and Clean while waxing does both shining and keeping scratches away.

And that will be all for today’s episode. Next Saturday, I will be

The things you do to extend the life of your car are probably things that will also help protect it from developing problems. These things can be as simple as checking your oil or tire pressure, and they’re something anyone can do! If you want information about how to take care of a vehicle for when it’s time for maintenance or if there is an issue with one, feel free to contact us at any point in time. We have experts on hand who know everything there is to know about cars so we’ll be happy to answer all your questions. Which things did you find easiest? What would make these tasks easier than they already were? Let us know by emailing princeautomobileclinic@gmail.com today! Or you can chat with us on WhatsApp and at the same time, be able to view our status and never miss out on any of our Automobile Updates.

6 signs that your brake pads need to be replaced:

If you have noticed any of these signs in your car, it’s time to get your brake pads replaced! You might not notice this right away, but there are a few signs that you can look out for. -the steering wheel shaking, squealing, or vibration while braking. These are all common symptoms of brake wear and it’s best to take them in for a check up as soon as possible!

1. The steering wheel shakes when you brake.

A common symptom of worn brakes is the shaking or vibration in your steering wheel while braking. This can happen when the brake pad material is worn to a point where it’s not gripping enough to stop your car.

This usually happens gradually, but you should take your car in for an inspection as soon as possible if this symptom appears.

2. You hear a squealing noise when braking

Another sign of brake wear is the sound. You might notice that your brakes are making an odd or high pitched squeaking or grinding noise while you’re driving. This can be from worn pads against metal, and it’s not only annoying, but also dangerous for yourself and others on the road!

The problem will get worse with time so if this symptom appears make sure to have them checked out as soon as possible. -Your car shakes excessively during breaking

This could mean that your brake pad material has become too thin and isn’t gripping onto the rotor (wheel disk) surface properly anymore due to overuse in stops. If this happens then there won’t be enough friction between these two surfaces which causes vibration and shaking.

3. You have to push down the pedal all the way before it starts slowing your car

The brake pad material is wearing thin and this could be because of overuse such as heavy braking or driving off road, which puts a lot more wear on them than normal use. If you can feel that there’s not enough friction between your pads and rotors then take your car in for an inspection ASAP!

4. Your brakes make unusual noises when stopping

This could happen if worn pads are grinding against metal instead of gripping onto the rotor surface so they won’t squeal like usual but will sound loud with vibrations. It might also cause squeaking sounds while breaking too. Take care of this problem quickly because if left untreated, these rubbing noises will only get worse and make it very difficult to stop.

5. You notice a lot of brake dust on your wheels or the ground

If you see that there is excessive amount of black, sooty looking material coming off from the brakes, this also means your brake pad material is worn thin and needs attention.

6. You get a warning light for low or no brake fluid

If you have an ‘Engine Warning Light’ that says there’s either not enough or any at all in the car, it could mean that your brakes need to be checked out too! This can happen when pads are rubbing against metal which causes them to wear down faster than usual.

It is important for you to take your car in as soon as possible if any of these signs are present. This will help avoid a more serious issue with brakes and may save lives by stopping the car sooner than normal wear would allow! Make sure that you schedule an appointment today by calling +2348033305930 or chat with one of our experts on WhatsApp or visiting https://www.facebook.com/princeautomobileclinic/ We can’t wait to hear from you so we can get started on your brake pads replacement ASAP!