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Saturday, November 26, 2011
Top 10 Regular Car Care Checks
1. ENGINE OIL
Without question this is the most important car care check and one you should be making on a regular basis. Try and check the oil level every other time you fill up with fuel to avoid unnecessary engine wear and overheating problems. Remember the oil warning light isn't your reminder to top up, it's telling you the oil level is too low so make sure you check your oil before it rears its ugly head!
2. COOLANT
Coolant is what you get from mixing antifreeze and water and has 3 major functions. The first is to prevent boiling; antifreeze boils at a higher temperature than water so when they are mixed together the higher boiling point stops the coolant turning into a gas. Why is this a good thing? Because gas isn't very good at transferring heat which isn't much help if you're trying to keep an engine cool.
The second major function of coolant is to prevent freezing, stopping the engine, water pipes and radiator from cracking in winter. This lower freezing point is also a benefit derived from the antifreeze which freezes at a much lower temperature than water, usually in the region of -25° to -60°.
The third important function of coolant is to prevent corrosion of the cooling system, which is achieved through the chemicals added to the antifreeze. The cooling system contains a pump which moves the coolant around so the anti-corrosion properties in the coolant stop it seizing up.
The main point you should take away from this is that if you're topping up your cooling system, don't just use plain old water!
3. BRAKE FLUID
Brakes work by slowing a car down through the use of frictional materials and this friction creates a massive amount of heat. As a result, brake fluid has to cope with some extreme temperatures without turning to a gas. The brake fluid level will naturally fall over time as the brakes wear, meaning you should add it to the regular checks you make under the bonnet. Over time brake fluid also absorbs moisture from the air, lowering the boiling point of the fluid. This makes the brakes less effective and can lead to a spongy feel from the brake pedal which is why the brake fluid should be changed every two to three years.
4. POWER STEERING FLUID
Depending on the type of power steering fitted to your car, it may use a hydraulic fluid to operate. The level of power steering fluid shouldn't drop much, so if you're having to make regular top-ups the system should be checked for leaks. These days more cars are coming fitted with electric power assisted steering (knows as EPAS) which is more fuel efficient. In cars fitted with this type of power steering system there is no fluid to check.
5. SCREEN WASH
OK, so running out of screen wash isn't going to cause a breakdown but if you've ever run out in the middle of winter, you'll know how annoying it is not being able to wash away the muck and salt. Fortunately, it couldn't be easier to top up; mix up some screen wash from a concentrate or buy ready mixed and simply pour it in until full.
There are two important things you should remember however. Firstly, never use washing up liquid to make a screen wash - the salt and detergents will damage the paint. Secondly, don't cut corners and just use water. Worst case scenario, the washer bottle could crack, as could any of the pipes that supply the washer jets. Best case is that you can't clear your screen because the system is all frozen up. Screen wash contains a mild antifreeze to prevent all this.
6. WIPER BLADES
As above, wiper blades in a poor state aren't going to make the car come to a grinding halt but they are important nonetheless. Old, perished or split wiper blades are worse than useless at clearing away rain or motorway spray. They also tend to screech each time they attempt to clear the screen, which is reason enough alone to throw them away and get a new set fitted.
7. BULBS
It's good to see where you are going in the dark and it's just as important that other drivers are alerted when you're slowing down or about to change direction. Headlights, brake lights and indicators should all be checked on a regular basis and you should also add tail lights and sidelights to that list. Of course, if your car is over three years old it will get picked up at an MOT but then it's going to cost you a retest over something very simple. Equally, drivers of cars under three years old should definitely be making a regular check on their lighting because the only other people that will do it for you in between servicing are the police!
8. TYRE TREAD DEPTH
New tyres arrive with 8mm tread depth with the minimum legal tread depth of a tyre being 1.6mm across three quarters of the width. That said, the ability of the tyre to disperse water when the tread gets down to 1.6mm is seriously reduced. So much so that it can take up to 50% further to stop the car. The best advice is to change them when the tread gets down to 3mm.
A quick visual check of tread depth can be done very easily by looking for the wear indicator that sit in the grooves of the tyre. The indicator shows the minimum tread depth and when it is reached the tyre should be changed immediately. Driving with tread below 1.6mm is an MOT failure and will cost you 3 points on your licence if caught by the police.
9. TYRE PRESSURES
Pumping up the tyres will not only save you money but will make sure the tyre is working as effectively as possible to keep you safe. Remember, tyres are the only things keeping the car on the road and deal with the forces of breaking, accelerating and cornering.
Low tyre pressures increase the load on the engine, wasting fuel and also increase the rate of tyre wear. It's also worth remembering that if you're planning to carry a heavy load, you should increase the tyre pressures accordingly (your car manual will advise of the correct pressures). Finally, don't forget to top up the spare! It may look inflated but may go flat as a pancake when you load the weight of the car onto it.
10. CLEANING
A good clean will look after your paint work and prevent potential corrosion or rust, especially in winter when the road salt and grit gives the bodywork a very hard time. Always clean off bird poo straight away as it will immediately start to burn through the paint and can leave marks that can't be washed off or polished out.
The inside is more down to your personal preference, some don't mind it being a pigsty, although you might want to think about cleaning up your act if your friends start refusing lifts! The main thing is not to let it get in such a state that it can't be made good when it comes to sale time.
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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
How To - Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes (OMGoodness)!
This is a homemade from scratch blueberry buttermilk pancake recipe! It has ground or milled flax seed that is optional which is a good source of fiber. Also the title is a play on OMG for O-Me-Ga as in Omega 3 (6 & 9) oils LOL! INGREDIENTS 1 cup flour (For a healthier option, substitute 1/4 or 1/3 cup with wheat flour. Then, you'll need 3/4 or 2/3 cup of all-purpose flour with the additional wheat flour to make one cup.) 2 Tablespoons ground or milled flax seed 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1 egg, beaten 1 cup buttermilk 2 Tablespoons sugar 2 Tablespoons oil (or to cut the fat, use 2 Tablespoons unsweetened applesauce) 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 - 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries Maple syrup DIRECTIONS Please look at my "Easy Banana Pancakes" video for a recipe for a buttermilk substitution. www.youtube.com Combine the flour, ground or milled flax seed, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon together in a medium mixing bowl. Sifting the dry ingredients is optional, but it helps to make your pancakes from scratch fluffier. In another bowl, combine the egg, oil or applesauce, sugar and vanilla. Stir in buttermilk or buttermilk substitution made earlier. Make a well in the dry ingredients and add all of the wet ingredients to the dry ones. Fold until just combined because if you mix it until completely combined, the pancakes will turn out too tough. So the batter will be slightly lumpy. Heat an ...
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Monday, November 21, 2011
German Pancakes Recipe - How To Make German Oven Pancakes
www.BettyCrocker.com German Pancakes Recipe - How To Make German Oven Pancakes Start a new tradition with a delicious oven pancake that puffs up magically in the oven. Ingredients 1 cup of all-purpose flour, sifted 3 eggs 1/2 cup milk 2 tablespoons melted butter 1 tablespoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon of salt fresh fruit of your choice, cut into bite-sized pieces whipped cream Instructions "Preheat oven to 450°F. If you have a convection oven, set it at 425°F (the pancakes rise even higher on the convection setting). In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs with a whisk or fork. Stir in the milk, melted butter, salt and sugar. Add the flour to the egg mixture, a big spoonful at a time as you continue to whisk. Be careful not to over-mix, to keep the pancake light and fluffy. Lightly spray a 9""-11"" oven-safe skillet with cooking spray. Pour the batter into a heated skillet (this will yield a more golden brown, puffier pancake). Bake 12-18 minutes, just until the edges are golden. Check your pancake at the 12 minute mark. Top with the fresh fruit and whipped cream just before serving." keywords: german pancakes recipe oven pancake recipe oven baked pancake how to make german pancakes
Friday, November 11, 2011
Beef Beaujolais
Ingredients:
4lb (1.75kg) topside joint of beef
oil
12 small onions or shallots
bouquet garni
½ pt (300ml) water
salt & pepper
Instructions:
1. set oven at mark 4
2. Brown the beef all over in a flame-proof casserole, using the minimum of oil.
3. Place the peel but whole onions round the meat, pour on the wine and tuck in the bouquet garni. Cover and place in the pre-set oven for 30 minutes.
4. Reduce the heat to Mark ½ and continue cooking until the onions are tender. If necessary add up to ½ pt (150ml) water.
5. When the meat is done - test with a skewer - lift out onto a serving dish. Arrange the onions around the joint and keep warm.
6. Make a gravy by adding the remaining water to the cooking pot. Season to taste, and take out the bouquet garni. Stir over a high heat to reduce a little, then pour over the meat and onions.
Crepes Suzette
Dessert:
Butter for frying
2 oz (50g) castor sugar
2 oz (50g) butter
the juice of 2 mandarins, tangerines and the grated rind of 1 lemon
1 tbsp (15ml) brandy
2 tbsp (30ml) Cointreau
For rich pancake batter
4 oz (125g) plain flour
salt
2 eggs
½ oz (15g) butter
½ pt (300ml) milk
Instructions:
1. Mix the batter in the sme way as for basic pancake batter, adding the
butter at the same time as the eggs.
2. Heat a little butter in a 7 inch (18cm) thick based frying pan, pour off
the excess and cook the pancakes in the same way as ordinary pan-
cakes. When all 8 are made keep them warm between 2 plates in a
warm oven until serving.
3. Wipe around the pan, put in the sugar and heat until the sugar has
Melted and turned golden brown.
4. Remove the pan from the heat, add the butter, orange juice, lemon
rind and Cointreau. Mix well together and replace over a low heat.
5. Fold each pancake in half and then in half again to form a quarter circle.
6. Place all the pancakes in the pan and when they are reheated and
soaked in the sauce, pour the brandy over them and ignite it.
7. Serve at once by transferring the pancakes to a large flat oval dish,
Pour over them the sauce and dust the whole with sifted icing sugar.
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