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What to do when heater blows cold air?

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A car heater can fail due to a number of reasons. However, there are two basic problems responsible for failure: either the coolant is not flowing through heater core, or the air from blower motor is not being directed through the heater core. It is to be kept in mind that there can be a number of other reasons for the car heater to suddenly stop functioning.

The car heater can blow cold due to cooling system issues. Four principle cooling system complications can result in the heater to output cold air: stuck thermostat. Plugged heater core, air in cooling system and coolant not flowing in heater core.

Thermostats are actually valves which open and then close. It is dependent on the coolant temperature. For the warming up of the engine, the valves remain closed until the engine coolant reaches a certain range of temperature. In case the valves do not open at that time, there will be no proper circulation of the coolant. The engine could over-heat and there could be a problem with the heater blowing cold.

When the thermostat remains open, it could stop engine from getting warmed up in a proper manner. The period of warming up could also be prolonged. In case the heater blows lukewarm and not cold, an open thermostat could be a probable cause. For the best car accessories, drive down to New Jersey State Auto Junction in Jersey City, New Jersey.

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How good are alternate sources of heat on your car?- I

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It is good to know that car heater alternatives do not exist. No solution can be cheaper than repairing a broken heater core and then installing it. A car heater of 12 volts remains the only viable solution. If you prefer the comforts of a heated car without fixing the problem, the only actual solution is purchasing a substitute car heater. The same will function in the same way as the factory installed heater once used to. This could mean cutting into the cooling system.

The hot engine coolant is the most problematic of car heater alternatives. It is a heat source behind the factory heating systems and it is also free. As hot coolant is simply byproduct of standard engine operation, with the heat must be shed through a regulator, there is no extra energy other than the minuscule amount needed to run the blower motor.

A majority of the car heater alternatives turn out to be electric. These heaters can suck enormous quantities of power. Any driver with a portable car heater can painfully attest to this. Truth be told, a hair dryer is more powerful than an average electric car heater. It follows that the solution to the broken car heater- to be more specific, bad heater core, cannot be an electric heater. Apart from repairing the car heater, the only solution is to buy a replacement car heater. Want the best accessories? Drive down to New Jersey State Auto Auction and choose the best among them.

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406 Sip Avenue

Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Phone: 201.355.4138

Website: www.NJStateAuto.com

 

 

How good are alternate sources of heat on your car?- I

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HEater Vents

It is good to know that car heater alternatives do not exist. No solution can be cheaper than repairing a broken heater core and then installing it. A car heater of 12 volts remains the only viable solution. If you prefer the comforts of a heated car without fixing the problem, the only actual solution is purchasing a substitute car heater. The same will function in the same way as the factory installed heater once used to. This could mean cutting into the cooling system.

The hot engine coolant is the most problematic of car heater alternatives. It is a heat source behind the factory heating systems and it is also free. As hot coolant is simply byproduct of standard engine operation, with the heat must be shed through a regulator, there is no extra energy other than the minuscule amount needed to run the blower motor.

A majority of the car heater alternatives turn out to be electric. These heaters can suck enormous quantities of power. Any driver with a portable car heater can painfully attest to this. Truth be told, a hair dryer is more powerful than an average electric car heater. It follows that the solution to the broken car heater- to be more specific, bad heater core, cannot be an electric heater. Apart from repairing the car heater, the only solution is to buy a replacement car heater. Want the best accessories? Drive down to New Jersey State Auto Auction and choose the best among them.

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New Jersey State Auto Auction

406 Sip Avenue

Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Phone: 201.355.4138

Website: www.NJStateAuto.com

 

 

A Simple Explanation of How A Transmission System Works – Part III of III

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Transmission Operation Diagram

Double-clutch

Double-clutching was a common clutch mechanism in older automobiles and is used in some race cars even today. Initially, you push the clutch pedal and de-couple the engine and the transmission. The collar, thus, goes into neutral because there is no pressure on the dog teeth. When you take your foot off the pedal, the engine is connected to ensure you have the right speed. To engage the dog teeth, the next gear and the collar have to rotate at the same speed. When this is achieved, you push the pedal again and lock the collar to a new gear. This process of pushing the clutch twice at every gear change is called double-clutching.

Synchronizer

Modern transmissions eliminate the need for double-clutching by using synchronizers. A synchronizer enables frictional contact of the collar and gear before engaging the dog teeth. Thus, the speed is synchronized before the dog teeth make contact voiding the double-clutch.

Manual transmissions are simple, cost-effective, lightweight, and more efficient than the automatic. But the automatic transmission allows you to have a hassle-free drive without having to worry about changing gears. The communication between the numerous components is what drives the transmission system. It is remarkable how a few simple twists and draws can put your vehicle into motion and control its speed.

The design and implementation of transmissions vary from one manufacturer to another. The overall mechanism, however, remains the same.

For more details, talk to the experts at the New Jersey State Auto Auction.

 

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406 Sip Avenue

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Phone: 201.355.4138

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A Simple Explanation of How A Transmission System Works – Part III of III

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Transmission Operation Diagram

Double-clutch

Double-clutching was a common clutch mechanism in older automobiles and is used in some race cars even today. Initially, you push the clutch pedal and de-couple the engine and the transmission. The collar, thus, goes into neutral because there is no pressure on the dog teeth. When you take your foot off the pedal, the engine is connected to ensure you have the right speed. To engage the dog teeth, the next gear and the collar have to rotate at the same speed. When this is achieved, you push the pedal again and lock the collar to a new gear. This process of pushing the clutch twice at every gear change is called double-clutching.

Synchronizer

Modern transmissions eliminate the need for double-clutching by using synchronizers. A synchronizer enables frictional contact of the collar and gear before engaging the dog teeth. Thus, the speed is synchronized before the dog teeth make contact voiding the double-clutch.

Manual transmissions are simple, cost-effective, lightweight, and more efficient than the automatic. But the automatic transmission allows you to have a hassle-free drive without having to worry about changing gears. The communication between the numerous components is what drives the transmission system. It is remarkable how a few simple twists and draws can put your vehicle into motion and control its speed.

The design and implementation of transmissions vary from one manufacturer to another. The overall mechanism, however, remains the same.

For more details, talk to the experts at the New Jersey State Auto Auction.

 

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New Jersey State Auto Auction

406 Sip Avenue

Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Phone: 201.355.4138

Website: www.NJStateAuto.com

 

A Simple Explanation of How A Transmission System Works – Part II of III

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Transmission Operation Diagram

The most common transmission you see in cars today is the 5-speed. 4-speed models are also available but the 5-speed remains ever popular. The components of the transmission are similar to the 2-speed transmission you’ve seen with additional gears and shafts to complement the speed.

The transmission consists of 5 speed gears and a reverse gear. The shift lever controls three forks which are held together by three rods and engage the mechanism. A rotation point on the center of the lever allows you to handle the gears. The knob on the lever acts opposite to the motion of the corresponding rod and fork. For example, when you want to apply the first gear you move the knob forward. This enables the rod and fork for the first gear to be pulled back.

Different forks and their collars are engaged when you move the shifter either right or left. The collar will engage a gear in case the shifter is moved forward and backward.

The reverse gear, as the name suggests, is applied when you are backing the vehicle. The gear which handles it is called an idler gear. It remains true to its function even in design. It is turned in the opposite direction of other gears. This is done to ensure the gear is impossible to apply if the vehicle is in a forward motion. In the off chance, you do engage the reverse gear, the dog teeth wouldn’t. Instead, you are treated to a lot of noise which indicates the error of your gear switch.

For a more in depth look, talk to the experts at New Jersey State Auto Auction.

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New Jersey State Auto Auction

406 Sip Avenue

Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Phone: 201.355.4138

Website: www.NJStateAuto.com

 

 

A Simple Explanation of How A Transmission System Works – Part II of III

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Transmission Operation Diagram

The most common transmission you see in cars today is the 5-speed. 4-speed models are also available but the 5-speed remains ever popular. The components of the transmission are similar to the 2-speed transmission you’ve seen with additional gears and shafts to complement the speed.

The transmission consists of 5 speed gears and a reverse gear. The shift lever controls three forks which are held together by three rods and engage the mechanism. A rotation point on the center of the lever allows you to handle the gears. The knob on the lever acts opposite to the motion of the corresponding rod and fork. For example, when you want to apply the first gear you move the knob forward. This enables the rod and fork for the first gear to be pulled back.

Different forks and their collars are engaged when you move the shifter either right or left. The collar will engage a gear in case the shifter is moved forward and backward.

The reverse gear, as the name suggests, is applied when you are backing the vehicle. The gear which handles it is called an idler gear. It remains true to its function even in design. It is turned in the opposite direction of other gears. This is done to ensure the gear is impossible to apply if the vehicle is in a forward motion. In the off chance, you do engage the reverse gear, the dog teeth wouldn’t. Instead, you are treated to a lot of noise which indicates the error of your gear switch.

For a more in depth look, talk to the experts at New Jersey State Auto Auction.

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New Jersey State Auto Auction

406 Sip Avenue

Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Phone: 201.355.4138

Website: www.NJStateAuto.com

 

 

A Simple Explanation of How A Transmission System Works – Part I of III

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Transmission Operation Diagram

Now that you are familiar with the different shafts in the transmission, here are the other components which complete its design.

  • Gears: The gears are toothed wheels which are used to change the relation between the speeds of the engine and the wheels. The driver can select any one of the gears to control the speed of the vehicle. These gears are placed on bearings allowing them to spin on the shafts. They are not attached to the splined shaft. In case the car is in motion with the engine turned off, the shaft is the only part which moves whereas the gear and layshaft remain stationary.
  • Collar: The collar is used to attach the splined shaft to one of the two available gears. The splines connect it to the shaft and enable it to spin along with the shaft. The collar is quite mobile and can slide to either side in order to connect the gears.
  • Dog teeth: These are grooves on the collar which can easily lock onto the holes of the gears and engage them in order to power the vehicle.
  • Gear selector fork: The gears on the shift lever are connected to the collar through a gear selector fork. When you select any one of the gears, you move the dog teeth slide in and out of mesh.

2-speed transmission engines are a rarity with 5-speed versions becoming the norm. However, the components remain the same with an additional two or three gears and a more complex model of the transmission.

To know more, get in touch with the experts at New Jersey State Auto Auction.

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New Jersey State Auto Auction

406 Sip Avenue

Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Phone: 201.355.4138

Website: www.NJStateAuto.com

 

 

A Simple Explanation of How A Transmission System Works – Part I of III

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Transmission Operation Diagram

Now that you are familiar with the different shafts in the transmission, here are the other components which complete its design.

  • Gears: The gears are toothed wheels which are used to change the relation between the speeds of the engine and the wheels. The driver can select any one of the gears to control the speed of the vehicle. These gears are placed on bearings allowing them to spin on the shafts. They are not attached to the splined shaft. In case the car is in motion with the engine turned off, the shaft is the only part which moves whereas the gear and layshaft remain stationary.
  • Collar: The collar is used to attach the splined shaft to one of the two available gears. The splines connect it to the shaft and enable it to spin along with the shaft. The collar is quite mobile and can slide to either side in order to connect the gears.
  • Dog teeth: These are grooves on the collar which can easily lock onto the holes of the gears and engage them in order to power the vehicle.
  • Gear selector fork: The gears on the shift lever are connected to the collar through a gear selector fork. When you select any one of the gears, you move the dog teeth slide in and out of mesh.

2-speed transmission engines are a rarity with 5-speed versions becoming the norm. However, the components remain the same with an additional two or three gears and a more complex model of the transmission.

To know more, get in touch with the experts at New Jersey State Auto Auction.

#NJSAA

#NJStateAuto

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New Jersey State Auto Auction

406 Sip Avenue

Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Phone: 201.355.4138

Website: www.NJStateAuto.com

 

 

What Does It Mean When Your Car Smells Funny?

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Your car smelling funny isn’t a sign you should ignore for long. A foul smell in the car could be an indication of a big problem with the vehicle. Read more about the possible major causes behind the bad smell in your car:

Leakage in the core heater

If you notice a distinctively sweet smell in your vehicle, and you are sure that it isn’t accidentally spilled maple syrup, then this is most likely the smell of antifreeze. Besides this, if you also notice a film-like fog forming on the car’s windshield while the heater is operating, it’s yet another clue to a leakage.

Something wrong in the clutch or brakes

If you can smell powerful, acrid odor in your car, it probably means that the clutch or brake is burnt. Your vehicle is likely to smell funny if you leave the parking brakes on or ride the brakes. Besides this, frozen parking brakes or a stuck caliper could also cause your car to smell poorly. It could also be a sign that the clutch is slipping. This is because either it is worn out or because it requires some adjustment. In those systems which have hydraulic clutches, the slipping clutch issue could also be that the hydraulic system possible needs inspection.

In order to know more about the causes behind the foul smell in your used car, visit the New Jersey State Auto Action today.

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406 Sip Avenue

Jersey City, New Jersey 07306

Phone: 201.355.4138

Website: www.NJStateAuto.com