How to Paint an Aluminum Boat
Does your aluminum boat need a fresh new coat of paint? We have tips to make the process easier.
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Common Car Smells and What They Mean
If you’ve noticed gas, sulfur, sweet, or burning smells coming from your car that you can’t get rid of, it may be time to bring your car to a mechanic for repair. These smells could be a sign of more serious problems with your car’s engine, such as overheating. Here are some types of smells...
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What to Do When Your Roof is Leaking
Many panic when they see water leaking from the roof. The first instinct may be to fix it yourself to save a few bucks. However, roof leaks can cause significant damage to a home if the underlying cause isn’t discovered and repaired properly. Knowing how to prevent a leaking roof and what to do when...
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8 Washing Machine Maintenance Tips
Washing machines provide homeowners with endless utility. The ability to wash everything from clothes to bedding at home with minimal effort is life-changing. But most don’t realize there is a laundry list of washing machine maintenance boxes to check. Failing to properly maintain your washing machine can result in expensive repairs and a shorter life...
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10 Affordable Classic Cars That Won’t Break the Bank
Like all commodity markets, the classic car market is always evolving. Values go up, values go down, and owners buy, sell, trade, and hold their cars accordingly. But unlike other collectible objects or financial instruments, cars provide a fun way to invest your money—you actually get to drive and enjoy an old car. Often there...
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9 Interior Painting Tips for the DIY Painter
Many homeowners possess basic painting preparation. They know that it’s important to use drop cloths, painters tape and stir paint thoroughly. But did you know that a golf ball can help maintain paint quality, or that microwaving paint tape can make it more manageable? With most DIY painting projects, knowing a few additional painting techniques...
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6 Tips for Trading in a Car (and Getting a Good Deal)
Buying a new vehicle is an exciting prospect for car owners. Who doesn’t like the thought of driving away in a shiny new model with the latest bells and whistles? But for some, stepping into a dealership can be daunting. Options seem endless and confusing, and negotiating can be stressful. On top of that, there’s...
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Motorcycle Road Trip Planning Checklist
There’s no denying motorcycle road trips can be a fun-filled adventure. But for motorcyclists, road tripping is not as simple as gassing up the car and heading off to your destination. There’s also a big difference between motorcycling along a local highway on a Sunday afternoon and traversing hundreds of miles on a cross-state journey....
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How to Get Your Motorcycle Ready for Spring
As winter snow starts to melt and icy roadways clear up under sunny spring skies, navigating streets and highways is a much more pleasurable and safer experience. It’s also the time when motorcycle owners begin to plan their first ride of the season. But before putting on your helmet and zipping off for an exhilarating ride,...
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Should You Buy a Convertible Car?
Once the weather heats up, every driver wants to roll their windows down and feel that warm breeze. Some may even take it a step further by owning a convertible. But if you’re on the fence about buying one, you may still be wondering, are convertibles safe? Furthermore, since convertibles tend to be slightly pricier,...
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10 Medicine Cabinet Essentials
When it comes to first aid in the home, be prepared with a well-stocked medicine cabinet. If you need to treat an illness or injury, you will have all the common medications and first aid supplies on hand to help yourself or others. Before you head to the drugstore, take an inventory of your medicine...
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10 RV Camping Tips to Ensure a Great Vacation [Slideshow]
A growing number of Americans will pack up their recreational vehicles and hit the road this year. Ownership of RVs has reached record highs, with 10 million households owning an RV. RV owners will trek across the U.S., visiting some of the 18,000 public and privately owned campgrounds that speckle the map. That’s sure to...
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Retiree’s Guide to Senior Cruises
Cruises are a popular way for seniors to travel. More than 24 million passengers boarded cruise ships in 2016, and about half of them were seniors. [i] Some seniors are living on cruise ships, or they’re switching from cruise line to cruise line. That’s because the cost of staying aboard a ship is sometimes comparable...
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Top Auto Insurance Myths
With all the information available at our fingertips, it can be difficult to weed out what is true and what is misleading. This holds true for auto insurance. Does the purchase of a spiffy red sedan hit you harder in the wallet, as far as insurance costs go? Will your insurance go up after just...
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How to Prevent Your Pet from Overheating & Other Summer Safety Tips
Do you know how to keep your pet safe when the weather heats up? Like most people, you’re likely careful to never leave pets in vehicles when it’s hot outside. But there’s more to know when it comes to keeping pets cool, comfortable, and out of danger. From vet visits to insurance coverage, it’s smart...
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