Archive for February, 2009

getting into automotive photography?

Posted on February 20th, 2009 by by admin

uk asked: can anyone give me some tips on how to get into automotive photography?

Automotive paint gun fluid tips?

Posted on February 18th, 2009 by by admin

customfaber5384 asked: I am looking at buying a conventional spray gun to shoot my clear coat with, but I am having a hard time figureing out the difference between a 1.3 or 1.4 or even a 1.8 tip? I use a 1.3 in my HVLP but it just doesn’t lay the clear down as flat [...]

Troubleshooting automotive problems?

Posted on February 14th, 2009 by by admin

jacmac asked: I have an 1988 Izuzu pickup that I’m having trouble getting it running smoothly. When I start it I have to feather the accelerator to keep it running. When I try to drive it it bogs down and won’t go. If i hold the gas pedal down it back fires and sputters and [...]

Any good intro to Automotive wiring?

Posted on February 9th, 2009 by by admin

Sam S asked: I would like to learn more about automotive wiring, but I can’t find too much good info on the basics…i.e. best practices, safety, how to work with wiring harnesses, best wire access, general auto circuitry, proper wire splicing and installation of accessories, general tips and tricks, etc. etc. All the basic stuff [...]

automotive polishing tips?

Posted on February 3rd, 2009 by by admin

shaneinpoco asked: ok i have turtlewax brand rubbing compound. i have a polisher but prefer to do it by hand. I use a soft damp cloth and on a clean surface, and polish in a circular motion until nice and smoothe and it works well to buff out scratches or dull paint. i finish up [...]