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Reaching the LaRgest automotive audience in the south PLains
DRIVE.LUBBOCKONLINE.COMV3I17 SEPTEMBER 7, 2012
Cars » Motorcycles » RVs » Boats » ATVS » Coupons
Findthe BesttaiLgating RigWith dRive
cover Design bycody hutchison
Photography byMisty setzler
Photo taken atJones AT&T stadium
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In This Issue
5 steps to avoid engine overheating
Tips for Motorcycle Beginners
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Camper Coaches
Mears Mazda Volvo
Damron Motorcycle Co.
Pharr RVs
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It is a common sight many an automo-
bile owner is all to familiar with: A car
is stranded on the side of the road with
the hood open and smoke billowing out
as an exasperated driver looks on shak-
ing his or her head.
An overheated engine can render a car
useless in a matter of minutes. A vehicle
is propelled by an engine that ignites
gasoline and causes controlled explo-
sions within. An engine can produce
quite a lot of heat. Compound this with
external temperatures and an overheat-
ed engine may occur. Other mechanical
factors can also cause an engine to over-
heat. These include a faulty thermostat
to regulate coolant supply to the engine
and even an inoperable radiator fan.
Experts say an average car engine is
designed to operate within 195 to 220 F.
Anything above that could cause engine
failure. Overheating can cause a lot of
damage to a car. It may damage and
burn holes in the parts. Rings, pistons
or rod bearings may become impaired,
or one can blow a head gasket. Coolant
is designed to protect an engine to a
point, but it can also become compro-
mised under high heat. Boiling coolant
may cause the radiator and hoses to
burst.
The best way to avoid engine and
vehicle trouble due to overheating is
to prevent an engine from becoming
overheated in the first place. Here are
strategies to employ.
1Ensure that coolant levels are main-
tained and there are no leaks that
would cause coolant to drip out. Be sure
the right coolant is being used for the
particular vehicle.
2Dirty, inadequate motor oil cannot
dissipate heat as well as clean oil.
Check the oil level and viscosity. Change
the oil before a long trip or if it looks
past its prime.
3 Confirm radiator hoses are in good
working order and do not look
worn out.
4 Have a mechanic check that a radia-
tor fan is working and that there is
adequate air flow through the radiator.
5 Be aware of engine temperature by
watching the gauge on the dash-
board.
If an engine seems like it’s about to
overheat, here are some steps to take.
* Slow down, and pull into the right
lane. Turn on the heat in the car and
open the windows. This may draw heat
5 steps to avoid engine overheating
out of the engine block, while maintain-
ing a slow pace can continue to draw air
over the engine.
* Pull over and open the hood to allow
the engine to cool.
* Top off the radiator with coolant. Wa-
ter can also work in a pinch.
* Take frequent breaks during long road
trips to allow the engine to cool down
for at least 15 minutes.
* Be sure to clear the radiator from
obstructions, including leaves or insects
that may have collected.
Men and women without auto main-
tenance experience should not touch
anything under the hood. Consult with
a mechanic to determine engine over-
heating causes.
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Tips for Motorcycle BeginnersMen and women who ride motorcycles
often insist there’s nothing quite like
riding.
Riding a motorcycle not only can be
exhilarating and provide a feeling
unlike any other, but it also requires
patience and discipline for beginners
and veteran riders alike.
Riding a motorcycle carries a certain
stigma of being dangerous, but that’s
only the case for inattentive riders who
forget their responsibilities while on
the road. The following are some tips
that beginners can put to use when
hitting the open road.
Gear up & stay geared up.
Beginners often don’t have a problem
gearing up, as many are understand-
ably nervous and therefore less likely
to leave necessary equipment in the
garage. Always wear a helmet, motor-
cycle jacket, riding gloves, riding boots
and motorcycle pants when riding.
Many riders fall into the trap of wearing
less gear once they become more ac-
climated to their bike. But gear should
be worn whether you have been riding
for 50 days or 50 years.
Prepare, prepare, prepare.
There’s no such thing as too much
preparation when riding a motorcycle.
Motorcycle training guides are valu-
able tools of information for beginners.
These instructional videos or read-
ing materials provide insight into all
aspects of riding a motorcycle, and no
beginner should get on a motorcycle
without first watching or reading a mo-
torcycle training guide.
Practice away from other motorists.
Don’t start riding on a freeway until
you have grown accustomed to riding
the bike at slow practice speeds you’ve
honed away from other motorists.
Empty parking lots make ideal training
grounds. Once you feel comfortable in
the parking lot, gradually move to roads
without heavy traffic, such as residen-
tial neighborhoods. Once you’re truly
comfortable on the bike, then you can
hit the highway.
Go to class.
A motorcycle safety course might be a
requirement in some areas but not re-
quired in others. Regardless of whether
or not it’s required, take the class any-
way. Such classes might cost a few hun-
dred dollars, but their value far exceeds
that cost. A safety course prepares riders
for anything they might encounter on
the road. Just be sure to enroll in a class
that teaches accident evasion.
Get the right size.
Some riders envision themselves at
the helm of a big hog, while others see
themselves tooling down the highway
on an ultra-light bike. But don’t go to
extremes in either direction, at least
not with your first motorcycle. A heavy
bike might be more stable, but it’s also
harder to control. A lighter bike might
feel easier to control, but it’s best to
wait until you have had a year or two of
experience before buying bikes often
referred to as “crotch rockets,” which are
sporty and fast.
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