All articles in topic Handy Maintenance Tips

• [Philkotse guide] Building the ‘carputer’ of your dreams

  Dec 02, 2019

  Here’s a handy guide on how to build a car computer (carputer) on your own -- including identifying the basics of hardware and some of the best DIY hardware components.

• Your car's electrical system and what you need to know when it shuts down

  Aug 16, 2022

  Identifying the main source as to why the electrical system of the vehicle shuts down and troubleshooting the problem.

• How to make a car surveillance system using a phone

  Aug 17, 2022

  Handy tips and a step-by-step guide on how to make a car surveillance system using a phone.

• Different spare tire problems that you need to watch out for!

  Nov 30, 2022

  Everything you need to know about spare tires, its different types, inflation, rotation, and proper maintenance. This article will also tackle the most common problems encountered with spare tire and how to deal with them.

• Car maintenance: Things you should know when the fuse keep blowing

  Nov 30, 2022

  Understanding what car fuses and cigarette lighter fuse are, everything you need to know about them, and the different reasons why they get busted.

• [Philkotse guide] This is how to store gasoline safely and wisely

  Aug 16, 2022

  Everything you need to know about storing gasoline and determining the span of time that fuel can last in a sealed container.

• Main causes of damage to your car paint: There are more!

  Nov 20, 2019

  Insects, gasoline spills, bird droppings, macadam and so on are some of the seven major causes of the damage to your car paint.

• What you need to know about tipping carwash and other services

  Nov 30, 2022

  Here’s everything you need to know about tipping your carwash attendant -- along with other service people you take your car to

• [Philkotse tips] Swapping that cigarette lighter with USB ports

  Sep 20, 2021

  There are people who are just curious whether it’s possible to replace the cigarette lighter with a USB instead. Keep reading for more!

• Everything you need to know about your AC condenser

  Aug 17, 2022

  Understanding what AC Condenser is, the common problems that you can have in connection with the AC condenser, and tips and recommendations to maintain the AC condenser.

• 8 FAQs about car's side mirror of Filipino car owners

  Apr 16, 2020

  This is a guide on everything you need to know about the side mirrors of a car.

• How to easily maintain your car's matte finish

  Aug 17, 2022

  A handy guide on how to maintain the matte finish of your vehicle and some important tips you need to remember.

• Futuristic auto repair technologies and what you need to know about them

  Nov 18, 2022

  Everything you need to know about futuristic auto repair technology and how they can completely change the game when it comes to maintaining and repairing cars.

• [Philkotse guide] Which is better: Sleeper or exterior modifications?

  Nov 19, 2019

  Exterior mods or sleeper (performance) mods? Which are better? Let's find out!

• Things that go Bump-Badump - Scary sounds your car can make

  Oct 13, 2020

  Hearing the purposeful drone of your car's engine and a little tire noise as it permeates through the cabin, it's the sound of your car asking you to dump cash for a mechanic! Here are a few sounds you don't want to hear while driving!