Applets
Categories
Category Archives: Cars, Trucks and Tractors
Repair instead of replace
I’ve always been fond of repairing things instead of throwing them out and replacing them. Turns out wheels are no different. We had a bent alloy wheel on our 2002 Ford Focus and needed to replace it (or so we … Continue reading
Posted in Cars, Trucks and Tractors
Comments Off on Repair instead of replace
Truck fixed!
I finished replacing the broken shackle and bracket last night. I ended up going with the Dorman parts due to price, availability and completion of the kit (included hardware etc). Thanks go to Motor Supply in Farmington for having them … Continue reading
Posted in Cars, Trucks and Tractors
Comments Off on Truck fixed!
At an impass
My truck’s passenger side shackle and bracket have decided to leave my truck. Rust has swept them away and they won’t be coming back. So it’s time for new parts. I have the option of OEM Ford parts for $100 … Continue reading
Posted in Cars, Trucks and Tractors
Comments Off on At an impass
Motorcycle for saving money?
It seems this comes up a lot. “Will riding a motorcycle save me money?” The answer is “it depends.” If you lose the car (and consequently maintenance, monthly bills, insurance etc) and only ride a motorcycle – yes, you will … Continue reading
Posted in Cars, Trucks and Tractors, Ideas, Motorcycles
Comments Off on Motorcycle for saving money?
Truck update
Peter got the frame welded up. Ended up being more of a job than I thought, there was a pretty good crack along with the hole. All’s well now though. We also got the new serpentine put on. While we … Continue reading
Posted in Cars, Trucks and Tractors
Comments Off on Truck update
