Understanding the HID Kits

HID lights may have been on the market for more than a decade (first introduced by Lincoln), but when the people in the know talk about them, it's as if they are speaking in an alien language. HID conversion of regular halogen headlamps is especially confusing. Not only is it confusing, but it could be costly if you purchase the wrong type.

Understanding which bulbs and HID kit will fit your vehicle is vital in using the product to its full potential. In a world where the H7 is more suitable than an H1 or 55w only runs at 1600k, it can be easy to find HID kits a little too complicated. When you are wanting to change from argon or halogen bulbs to a xenon gas discharge kit, you first must understand the terminology.

We'll start with the H number. H4 stands for the bulb fitment. It is used in halogen and regular OEM manufacturer terminology too. Honda's are generally H4 or H4H fitment. The bulb holder will only accept the certain type of bulb, therefore getting the H number correct is important.

HID kits will come with bulbs usually, and they are rated in power using watts. With xenon bulbs being brighter and more efficient, the normal ranges are around 35w-55w, although the higher the wattage is a little overkill for road use.

A HID bulb runs at an operating temperature which is measured by the heat in terms of Kelvin or the k after each bulb. A 1600k bulb runs at 1600 degrees Kelvin. The higher the number, usually means the brightness or whiteness of the bulb's results. Some manufacturers have blue tints to the bulbs which can help visibility, to show more of a daylight result when they are being used at night. This helps the driver not be affected by eye strain and tiredness as a result.

Finally, bi xenon hid bulbs are available for those who want to have both low and high beam HID lights.

How to Get the Best Car Insurance Quotes

With so many insurance companies, you may feel that it is a daunting task to find the best quotes. However, it is not necessarily true. With today communication technology, you can find numerous websites which offer car insurance quotes online. Instead of wandering around the city, just sit in front of your computer and browse several websites to get you the insurance quotes you need. It is definitely the easiest way to compare insurance quotes between different companies to pick which one is the most suited, if not the best, for you. It is good to remember though, that you must not choose based on the price only.

You may wonder how the company set the quotes, then. There are factors which influence the rates made by insurance companies, all points to the risk the company takes when they insure your car. In general, a person with lower risk of accident will get lower rate for his/her insurance compared to the person with higher risk of accident. Age and years of experience are the two biggest considerations together with driver’s driving record. Obviously, the company will not give you low rate when you come with a bad driving record.

However, there are some things you can do to lower your rate if you have a bad record. The first one is by taking a driver safety course to improve your driving records. However, this course is only available in some states so you may not find it in your state. Then, you can also lower your rate by not using your car very often. Take public transportation every time you can. With low mileage, you can get a mileage discount from your insurance company. The third thing you can do is go to the insurance company which specialized in taking high risked drivers as their clients.

Simple Tips in Basic Car Maintenance

Not everyone is a big fan of power cars who needs to know much about the details of a car. Many of us are an everyday person who commutes in a simple Honda Acura Integra or Toyota Corolla or other Japanese cars. If you are one of them, then all you need to know is the basic car maintenance to keep your car makes most of its service years. Here are some tips to help you with your car maintenances.

1. Engine oil

Check the oil level in your engine using a dipstick. Add more oil if needed since lack of oil can cause a serious damage to your car engine, sometimes beyond repair. Be wise and keep it sufficient before your car engine suffers any damage.

Have engine oil change frequently. The common frequency is every 3000 miles. However, if the oil has become dirty, you should change it immediately. To check if the oil is dirty, pour it on a clean sheet of paper and compare it to some fresh oil.

2. Tires

Make sure that your tires are in good condition every time you want to hit the road. Flat or wear tires are very dangerous for a safe driving. Many accidents happen because of them.

Check the pressure, wear, and tear of your tires. Inflate them to proper pressure. Change them immediately once you find them damaged or wear. Tires in good shape also help you to cause good mileage.

3. Brake

Brake is another important point in safe driving. Make sure that your brake functions as it is supposed to be before you are driving. It is quite difficult to fix brakes so you better get a professional help for it. Go to your nearest Houston auto repair once you feel that your brake does not work properly.

If you own an old car, then you may need to tune up your car. Old cars are not controlled by computer so that it needs to have some mechanical adjustments once in a while whenever it starts to work improperly.