Aftermarket stereo mount 2001 Ford Taurus

I've installed my own car stereos in about 10 vehicles now. It's been a while and I'm experiencing major sticker shock at the cost of mounting kits for this car. It's got that obnoxiously all-inclusive panel that has both the radio and temperature dials combined, and runs around $60 and up all over the internet. I really don't want to spend that much.

I've taken a good look-see at the dash. I thought an under dash mount (which runs only about $12) would be a good alternative, as I don't intend to keep this car through next winter and it would be easier than swapping the OEM stereo out and then having to swap it back when I sell the car. But the underside of that part of the dash is a big gaping hole with no real place to screw into.

I'm about ready to just connect the wiring harness and lay the darned thing on the floor if i can't find a better alternative. It's got a remote control and I mostly intend to use it to plug my MP3 player into the input jacks on the back anyway.

Any ideas?

Windshield wipers different speeds

2000 Chevy Blazer.  The other night I turned on my wipers and the driver's side worked fine, but the passenger side only moved a little bit.  But with every cycle, it moved a little more, but not at the same rate. So after a few cycles, the two blades collided in the middle, and knocked one of the blades off.  I put new blades on but they are not moving at the same speed.  What can I do?
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Windshield wipers are great for clearing the view when they work properly. But when they don't the view couldn't be more obstructed. Your windshield wiper arm retaining nut has managed to work its way loose. This happens more often when there is snow or ice build up. The windshield wiper gets frozen to the windshield. The windshield wipers get turned on and the motor is strong enough to loosen the retaining nut on the windshield wiper arm. This allows the wiper arms to move around and collide with each other. The wiper arm will need to be adjusted and the retaining nut fastened. Then they should work as they should.

Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement

Remove the cap from and retaining nut. I find a flat blade screw driver works well for removing the cap. Then you will need to remove the windshield wiper arm assembly. The windshield wiper arm can be difficult to remove. The use of a windshield wiper arm removal tool makes this job easy.  

Using the tool instead of a pry bar will save you from cracking the windshield. The tool is easy to use and dose not require a lot of strength to operate. Once the wiper arm is removed, set the wipers in the "OFF" position so they return the the fully stowed position. Note the position of the existing arm and match that when installing the wiper arm. Install the retaining nut and cap. Test windshield wiper operation. 

DIY Winter Car Kit

Everything you need for any emergency on the road with 365 days roadside assistance protection. Complete with a sturdy three piece aluminum shovel for snow, sand or mud.  Don't wait until it's too late.  Winter is coming and you will want this in your car with you!

Description

Safety kit with aluminum shovel, tow strap, blanket, booster cables, emergency triangle, flashlight, poncho work gloves, and first aid kit. This is an all in one automotive roadside safety kit. Includes 365 days of roadside assistance protection for up to three service calls of $60 each.

365 days of Roadside assistance protection

Three piece aluminum shovel included

Booster cables, Tow strap, emergency warning triangle

Emergency blanket, work gloves, rain poncho,

Flashlight with batteries

First aid kit

Winter is just around the corner.  Make sure you and your loved ones are safe on the roads with everything you need in this kit! 

AAA Sever Weather Road Kit

Equipment that Keeps you Safe and Comfortable

AAA means quality, and with the Premium AAA Explorer Road Kit, that is what you get. You never know where the road may lead or what may happen, so don't be caught unprepared. LifeLine First Aid--a leader in the field of first-aid and disaster readiness products--has teamed up with AAA to bring you a line of high quality Road Assistance Kits.

Featuring both first-aid and automotive emergency items, these practical all-in-one kits can help protect you in the event of an automobile breakdown or personal injury. If an accident or personal injury were to occur during your trip, would you be ready to deal with it? Being unprepared for a situation requiring first-aid can turn an inconvenience into something much more serious. Nobody wants to be stuck on the side of the road, but the AAA Severe Weather Road Kit will help keep you safe and comfortable while you are waiting for help. The Road kit contains a variety of medical supplies that can address a wide range of minor injuries as well as road safety equipment to keep you prepared, especially during the winter season.

What's in the Kit?

The AAA Branded 66 Piece Severe Weather Road Kit gives you the essentials to keep you safe while on the road during the winter season. Each kit comes packaged in a high quality, carry bag for easy storage and access in your car. The First Aid contents contain; First Aid guide, sting relief pad, 6 antiseptic pads, 35 bandages, sterile gauze pad, adhesive tape roll. The automotive safety and survival tools include; emergency whistle, 2 hand warmers, survival blanket, 3 emergency candles, quick-spark fire starter, accident forms and guidelines brochure, AAA membership brochure, 9 led aluminum flashlight, 3 batteries, 3 piece fleece set with cap, gloves and scarf, folding shovel with sheath, ice scraper, led safety strobe.

You never know where the road may lead or what may happen, so don't be caught unprepared. LifeLine First Aid, a leader in the field of first-aid and disaster readiness products has teamed up with AAA to bring you a line of high quality Road Assistance Kits. Featuring both first-aid and automotive emergency items, these practical all-in-one kits can help protect you in the event of an automobile breakdown or personal injury. Equipment That Keeps You Safe and Comfortable. If an accident or personal injury were to occur during your trip, would you be ready to deal with it? Being unprepared for a situation requiring first-aid can turn an inconvenience into something much more serious. Nobody wants to be stuck on the side of the road, but the AAA Winter Safety Road Kit will help keep you safe, warm, and comfortable while you are waiting for help. It contains a folding shovel, aluminum flashlight, and emergency whistle, three items that can minimize the amount of time you are stranded. All AAA Assistance Kits come with LifeLine's 45-piece first-aid supply pouch. It contains a variety of medical supplies that can address a wide range of minor injuries.

Welding Gas Question

A couple of days ago while buying an extension ladder from a person in
Vandalia, OH, I also bought a gas welding setup with the two oxygen
and acetylene tanks, and a rolling cart for the tanks.

I've done some brazing before with oxy-acetylene but not true welding.
I plan to learn what I can from YouTube and from a highly rated book I
have ordered from Amazon.

What I's like to know is how I should go about getting more gas when
these tanks are eventually empty. These tanks are beyond their
certification date.

Do I just exchange the tanks for filled ones or do I have to get these
re-certified and pay a fee? If there's a fee involved, roughly what is
the charge for re-certifying a tank for acetylene or oxygen?

Strut Rods

does anyone have a picture of the front end underneath on a 1979 Ford Granada i want to see where the strut rods are and what they look like.

Rear Shocks 1996 Dodge Spirit

am wondering what it would cost to get this fixed? As of right now-car is known as Bouncy!

Headlight Socket problem in 2013 Chrysler 200

I have a 2013 Chrysler 200 that has had the left drivers side headlight socket that was mistakenly cut off. Three of the wires are color coded but three are black. Would it be ok to rewire to any of the three black wires from the harness? That is the big question. I am assuming that they are all ground wires. I have tried to find a wiring diagram online & even called the local Chrysler dealership parts/service depts. They were trying to help but either don't have it available or just won't give it out to everyone? I could only find a 2011 Avenger headlight wiring schematic online. It shows on the left headlight that the three black wires from the socket go back to a single grounding point? If I am reading it correctly. Could you confirm this for me and/or send me a copy of the 2013 Chrysler 200 headlight wiring schematic? At this point the car only has one headlight functioning & for some reason the passenger headlight will only work on low beam. I think the hi beam may be burnt out on that bulb.

Olive oil instead of Armour All?

Olive oil instead of Armor All?? Most cleaning products are filled with all sorts of crazy chemicals, often touted as the “only way” to clean something. But if you do a little research, a lot of awesome alternatives can come out of the woodwork. One of my favorites is this awesome cleaning secret from our friend. He starts smearing one secret substance all over his leather dashboard – when he’s done, it looks brand new! The secret is simple: olive oil. You probably already have it in your cabinet, so grab some paper towels and the olive oil and start cleaning! Most car dashboards are made of leather or a synthetic alternative – either way, extra-virgin olive oil has all the right properties to moisten, clean and shine away any imperfections leaving your car dash looking mint. So throw away those chemical cleaning solutions and stop breathing in all those toxic fumes – simply head to the kitchen and grab some olive oil next time

Free Hand Cleaner for any Automotive Mechanic

If you could get your hands on some FREE hand cleaner you would want to know about it right? Well I'm gonna tell you how to get it. First off let me tell you that there is no shipping cost at all. This will save you money as it is absolutely free. I have tried this out for myself and they sent me some within a day. There is a new company called Jack's MFG and they have come up with some of the best mechanic friendly hand cleaner I have ever had the pleasure to use. You can read automotive reviews from other people as well. I sent them a request online and they sent out a package for free right away. This is a new company and they are just trying to get the word out. There product has made such an impression on me that I am showing my followers just how to get it.

Just go and sign up for a Free Sample Bottle. -

Buffing and waxing my car

Looking for an inexpensive buffer. What is the best rpm to buff wax onto car without throwing it off and what is the best wax? Everyone telling me meguiars ultimate compound