Now if it is that hard to discuss the location of a bank, imagine how difficult it is for a U.S. serviceman or woman to talk to an automotive mechanic about repairing their vehicle. Fortunately, I know of 2 American mechanics that are retired military who live and work in Okinawa near the Kadena Air Base. I saw firsthand the relief on the faces of customers who came in to drop off or pick up their cars.

juckyard near me In order to make old radiators attractive to buyers, there are several things that need to happen first. One, you have to make sure the old radiators are compatible with modern home heating systems. Two, you need to restore the appearance of these cast iron radiators. This means repairing bruises and probably a fresh coat of paint.

Even though part of the engine is dead doesn’t mean the entire thing is. The car battery may still be good, the alternator, air conditioning unit, belts, cam shaft, and so much more can be sold because these are items that are frequently sought out by individuals. So it is a good idea to take advantage of that by placing a sign in front of your yard or an ad in the paper. That is if you know how to safely remove the car parts on your own. If you do, then you can maximize your profit on the car because many individuals seek out salvage engine parts before they will go to the auto parts store and buy new ones.

The engine may be sold to a salvage yard if it is in good working condition or if it is worth salvaging. To get a competitive price for it, ask a mechanic to examine it to determine if it still works and what type of condition it is in.

Another, idea that struck me. Heated seats. This is actually a fairly simple idea. You can pull them from any factory-equipped car. Try the local junkyards. Just make sure they can bench test them before you walk out the door. You’ll want the thermostat control with this, which can be mounted under the tail for adjustment while riding. Basically, heated seats are no more then a heating pad element that sits under the upholstery, a top the padding. The heating elements average about 100-140 degrees F. I did a search for «Upholstery Heating Elements» and came up with some good results and even installation instructions and tutorials for various seats. Both OEM and retro fits.

This is the first problem. A reputable restorer will have a system to control the hours each specialist works on your truck and you’ll have access to that information. Others may not be as honest and may charge you more than the actual hours worked. But how can you know?