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Welcome to Supply Shack. We are here to help you with your auto part needs. Why search all over the web when you can find things in one place! Our site includes articles, books, news and an auto parts directory. A easy fix for a pet protection in your car / truck is is a Pet Seat Covers.
Our articles section has articles on many topics. These include topics on many automotive subjects, such as surround sound, hybrids, parts replacement and much more. The books section allows you to purchase books on parts, interchange manuals, locating guides and other topics.
We have even included an automotive parts directory. These listings are categorized by part type. Each part section includes a list of websites you can find these parts on and even business details for each business. Whether you are looking for parts you need to repair your vehicle or just parts you want to accessorize, like upholstery, cushions and electronic accessories. Our news section displays automotive news such as shops to be featured on television, automotive parts and other automotive topics. Be sure to check it our to keep yourself informed.
We hope our site helps you in your journey to finding the parts and accessories you need for your vehicle. Happy hunting, we hope you find that part you need!
Washing Your Wheels and Tires
Your car is your pride and joy and you want to keep looking the best it can be. You wash it diligently and wax it, but one part of the car that is sometimes overlooked are the wheels and tires. Since your wheels and tires are so important, make sure you clean them often by using the least aggressive cleaning method possible.
The main thing that attacks your wheels is brake dust. If you are diligent about removing brake dust on a regular basis, you can wash your wheels when you do a full wash of your car. But if the brake dust has built up in excess, you will have to use other methods to clean the wheels.
Brake pads are made of carbon fibers, metal filings, Kevlar fibers and polymer-based adhesives. The brake pad adhesive is what causes brake dust to get on your wheels. When the adhesive residue becomes wet it turns acidic and can etch your wheels. The metal filings that occur during braking can become red hot and burn tiny holes in the finish of your wheels.
One of the keys to maintaining your wheels is a coat of wax, which acts like a protective shield against brake dust. If a normal car wash does not do the trick, you can use a high quality wheel cleaner. Most of these types of cleaners work best on a dry wheel, but be sure to read the directions on the product you purchase.
Spray the cleaner on the wheel and work it in evenly to all areas of the wheel with a soft cloth, sponge or wash mitt. Try to make it an even smooth coat over the entire wheel. Most cleaners have to stay on for a few minutes or so to be effective. Note: Because the finish on most wheels is very soft it can easily scratch off if there is too much abrasion; so when you are scrubbing your wheels use extreme caution and be very gentle. After the entire cleaner is thoroughly scrubbed in, rinse your wheels completely with water and then dry with a soft cotton towel. It might be a good idea to give your wheels a coat of high quality wax for added protection.
There are also many kinds of products designed to clean protect your tires. These kinds of products are used not only to improve the appearance of your tires and clean them, but protect them against long-term damage. You should always use products specifically designed for your type of tires. Before you put on your car cover, if your tires are vinyl, be sure to use a product that is meant to clean only vinyl tires.
To clean your tires, pour a small amount of whatever cleaner you have purchased onto a soft, 100% cotton cloth. Apply the cleaner in a thin, even coating and allow it to stand for 15 minutes then buff off the excess with another clean cloth. Never spray the cleaning product directly onto the tire. This can cause overspray or excess to get onto the wheel and damage the paint.
You can make your wheels and tires look just as good as the rest of your vehicle by simply washing and protecting them on a regular basis.
Protecting Your Car While You Serve
Here we do our best to serve all of our customers, including those who serve our country overseas. Many of our customers are serving or have served our country through the United States military at some point in their lives. We offer a military discount to those serving as well as products that help ensure peace of mind while they are away.
These brave citizens leave their families, friends, and home to serve for many months, sometimes years at a time overseas. This has increased over the past decade due the United States involvement in the Middle East. When these service men and women leave their lives in the States, many things they still need to take care of while they are gone. Their spouses, children, pets, houses, and even cars need to be cared for while away. To help these service men and women, we offer products that protect their cars while they are deployed.
Many military men and woman use our products to protect their cars, motorcycles, and boats while they are overseas. If you know anyone that is being deployed or is now and could use one of our covers, let us know! We would be happy to assist you in choosing the right cover. Many choose the Max cover because it is the most durable and it has a lifetime guarantee. It also protects against sun, rain, snow, ice, and dust, so it will give you top of the line protection in every climate.
The following is a review from a customer and active military member that is serving overseas.
I love my car cover because I can take care of my car even when I'm overseas. My wife doesn't need to worry about maintaining it, and it even gives her space in the garage to park because mine is outside. I know my car is being taken care of and protected from the elements, which is one less thing I need to worry about. Thanks for the great cover!
As mentioned before, we also offer a military discount of ff your total order, all we need is a US military email address. Email Us or call for details.
We are thankful for the opportunity to help these men and woman who give their lives to protect our Country. Providing discounts and quality products they can use to ensure peace of mind while they are away is the least we can do.