What is Road Hazard Warranty? Do You Really Need It?Written by Gene Grant
You are prepared to spend an average of $300 - $500 for new sneakers for you vehicle. It's a maintenance item that is not optional and then salesperson asks you if you want to purchase Road Hazard warranty."It's ONLY an additional $10 - $20 for each tire," he or she says. So, you're thinking, "Don't my tires come with a warranty already?" Great question! Most tires come with a warranty which covers workmanship and materials. In other words, tire maufacterer covers things which are in their control, like defects. They are not interested in warranting condition of roads or your inability to hit debris. This is where a Road Hazard warranty can save you money and aggravation. Road Hazard warranties are one of best values, yet one of most misunderstood benefits. Let's start off by expalining exactly what is a Road Hazard warranties and how does it save me money? Most Road Hazard warranties are set up to protect you, from paying full price, even if you happen to get a flat or even destroy a tire beyond repair. If you are fortunate enough to have purchased warranty, you will only pay for amount of tread that you used prior to needed replacement. (This is called pro-rated).
| | Two and Four Stroke Engines: Fast and Simple AnswersWritten by Daniel Levy
A few fast responses and facts about Two and Four Stroke Engines.Many years ago when I got hooked by motorcycles I started to hear about two and four stroke engines... It seemed there were (and there still are) strong opinions in pro and con of each of engine types. As Internet wasn't available, and as I was worried about other aspects or motorcycle riding in that time, I left that question unanswered for a long time. If this is your case or if your are interested about these two kind of internal combustion engines, in next few lines I hope to give you a few fast answers and some resources to get more in deep information. Just keep reading... Here are some facts about two and four stroke engines: TWO STROKE ENGINES Cycle - Two Strokes: 1.- Compression (intake+compression) 2.- Combustion (combustion+exhaust) Take a look at cycle in: http://science.howstuffworks.com/two-stroke2.htm Advantages of two stroke engines: • The engine fires - spark plug ignites - once every revolution of crankshaft. • They produce twice power than four stroke engines. • They are much simpler than four stroke engines. Fewer parts to worry about. Disadvantages: • You have to mix two stroke engine oil with gas, and depending on your consumption, this might be expensive. • They last less. Lubrication is not as efficient as in a four stroke engine with heavy oil. • Do not use gas efficiently. • Pollute more.
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