Wednesday, November 27, 2013
DIY Installing a Fender Vent
The fender vent on any vehicle is simply cosmetic. Mechanically, these vents do not serve a purpose on your vehicle. If you would like to install a new fender vent, you can do it with little hassle and minimal knowledge of the automobile. If you do remove the fender vent and do not replace it, you will leave holes in the fender and the vehicle will look like it is missing something. Since this is a stick-on piece, you have a limited time frame and getting it level before the adhesive becomes hard.
Instructions
- 1
Park your vehicle in a well lit area so the back fender is getting enough light. Turn off the automobile so there is no chance of it moving while you are working on it.
2Use a plastic wedge to get between the fender and the edge of the vent. If you use a flathead screwdriver, you could scratch the paint.
3Edge your way around the vent until you loosen it from the adhesive. Pull the vent off of the fender.
4Add the adhesive to the new fender vent. Make sure that you are not using too much adhesive as it will come out the sides of the vent and adhere to the fender creating a mess.
5Apply the vent to the fender in the same position as your last vent. Back up after the vent has been installed. Correct any crookedness to the vent, if needed.
6Use a rag to wipe up any excess adhesive coming off of the vent.
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
How to Vent Diesel Exhaust Through a Wall
When working on a car in your garage, you must properly ventilate to protect yourself from any exhaust that comes from the vehicle. This safety precaution is especially important when you are working on diesel cars, as their exhaust contains more harmful fumes than standard gasoline exhaust. You can install a ventilation system through a wall in your garage. Making sure that all of the exhaust coming from your cars tailpipe is routed through this ventilation system will significantly protect you from the harmful effects of inhaling diesel exhaust.
Instructions
- 1
Drill a hole in your garage wall with the four-inch hole saw. Make sure you place the hole so that it doesnt empty into an area often used by people. You dont want diesel exhaust being vented to an area where your children are playing.
2Run the exhaust hose through the hole you drilled. When buying exhaust hose, make sure to buy a length that will provide the mobility you desire when working in your garage.
3Attach the tailpipe adapter to the end of the exhaust hose inside your garage.
4Attach the tailpipe adapter to the end of your diesel cars tailpipe before running it in your garage. The smoke will be vented through the exhaust hose to the outside of your garage.