I have an older Ford Bronco, a little over ten years old. Recently, my city decided that in order to keep the air cleaner it is now requiring all cars to partake in emissions testing and follow very strict guidelines. Something about this made me a little uneasy, probably because I haven’t had a lot of work done on my vehicle in the past year or so because money has been tight. It hasn’t broken down or anything, but I was sure it wasn’t in tip top shape.

I finally took it in to do the emissions test, and I failed the NOX portion of my test by over 200 parts per million. This seemed like a huge deal to me because I didn’t think that my truck was in that bad of shape. I figured if there was a way to fix this I could do it on the cheap by looking at the Ford Bronco repair manual, but I couldn’t make heads or tails of that thing. I felt pretty useless reading through all the technical jargon and not knowing what any of it meant. This is why I should have taken Auto Repair in high-school, then I wouldn’t have such a problem.

I ended up taking it to a great mechanic friend of mine who took one look at it and the test results and looked worried. After a little bit of time he diagnosed it with having a partially plugged exhaust passage. He said that this passage feeds the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve. This was the whole cause of my problems and all he had to do was clean it out. It was really simple and even showed me how to do it, although he said that I shouldn’t have to do it again for a long time. He later told me that his worry was that he thought for a little while he was going to have to replace the valve. I’m really glad he didn’t have to and he just had to clean it. Now I can get my truck tested and not have to worry about failing the test again.

A Clean EGR Valve and I Can Pass the NOX Testing is a post from: Faux Reel

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When you purchase a brand new truck, one of the first things that you want to do is show it off. The second thing that you want to trick it out with some new custom parts like 26″ rims and custom wheels. As with all custom parts, you want to make sure you are getting the right part for your truck and, since custom parts are not cheap, that you are getting your money’s worth.
When deciding on the type of custom wheels you will get, you will first want to consider the types of activities you will be doing in your new truck. If you live in a rainy climate and will being staying in the city, aluminum alloy wheels are the best. They are the best at preventing rust; however, they don’t take well to being around off road. If you are the more adventurous type and can’t wait to get out into some dirt and do some off-roading, you are better off with steel wheels. While they do require extra care to prevent rust, they are strong enough to take just about any abuse you give them.
After you have decided on the right kind of wheels for your new ride, you will want to make sure you get them in the right size. Many truck owners get their trucks lifted and larger tires. Be aware of whether you have 20″ rims or larger. Getting the right size may seem like a no-brainer, but getting the wrong size can prove to be a costly mistake.
Many owners like to install new parts themselves but don’t underestimate the work involved. If you are uncertain what to do or do not have the proper tools, take it to a mechanic. They will know exactly what to do without damaging your parts and ensuring your safety down the road .
Once you have everything installed you are ready to hit the road, or perhaps the trail. Now you really have something to show off.

Choosing the Right Custom Wheels is a post from: Faux Reel

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