Hello, my name is Talon. Welcome to my site about automotive parts. After 15 years of driving, I still have my very first car. For a long time, this cherished vehicle sat under a car cover in the garage. Now that I have the time and funds available, I started slowly restoring the car from the bottom up. I used a mix of original equipment and aftermarket parts to renew the vehicle’s suspension, brakes, engine, transmission and other important components. I will use this site to explore all of the parts you may need to buy or rebuild to restore your own vehicle. Thanks for visiting.
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Learning About Automotive Parts
Learn How To Buy A Part For Your Car At A Junk Yard
Paula Shaw
Having your car repaired can be quite costly, depending on the parts that need to be replaced. If a mechanic has determined that you need to have a part replaced on your car, consider purchasing that part at a junk yard, such as Cottman Used Auto Parts, to save yourself a ton of money on the overall cost of the repairs. The guide below walks you through everything you need to know about buying a used part at a junk yard.
You Need to Know Specific Information About Your Car
When you go to buy a part at a junk yard, you need to know the make and model of your car, as well as the year it was manufactured. Many manufacturers use the same parts in their cars for an extended period of time, but the parts do change every now and then, and knowing the exact year, model, and make of your car will ensure that associate at the junk yard knows what to look for when searching for the part that you need.
Know What Part You Need
Next, you need to know what part you need. The mechanic should be able to give you specific guidelines as to the part that needs to be replaced. There are some parts that have model numbers engraved on them. Be sure to take the time to check the part closely to ensure that it is the exact part that the mechanic said that they needed.
Check the Quality of the Part
Look the part over and make sure that there are no visible signs of damage. Be sure there are no dents, gaps, holes, or cracks in the part. If you are questioning if the part is in good enough condition to use on your car, take a picture of it and send it to your mechanic. Many mechanics can tell by simply looking at a part if it is usable or if it needs to be tossed into the scrap pile.
When you go to get the part, be sure to bring a box with you to put the part in. It will more than likely be very dirty and having a box to put it in will ensure that the part does not ruin the interior of your car. It is also a good idea to put a tarp under the box, just in case the part is leaking any fluids. The tarp will protect your seat from the liquids.
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