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I am the owner and head instructor of the Okinawan School of Karate and have been in Karate for over 17 years. I was also an automotive technician for Chrysler and an Ag Mechanic for IH.

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Parenting & Pregnancy > Helping Kids Cope Stranger danger for children: 1 of 21
Children will always encounter strangers in their lives; it's our job as a parent or guardian to make sure they understand when it can be dangerous for them. More importantly we need to teach our children about situations rather than strangers. If we only stress the "don't talk to strangers" song and dance then how will they ... More..
Autos > Engine Repair How to diagnose a no-start problem: 2 of 15
How to diagnose a no-start problem:Does the engine crank over when you turn the key to start? If the answer is no then you are actually talking about a no-crank problem, here are some checks to make for that situation:1) First of all make sure your car is in park. Your vehicle won't start unless it is in park or neutral due t... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety What to do when a car is on fire: 4 of 25
As an automotive technician I have had my share of experiences with car fires. Fire can unfold very quickly on a car especially if it isn't well taken care of. If the vehicle has oil leaks from lack of service it can cause a treacherous condition in a hurry under the hood. The interior of a car is also very susceptible to ... More..
Autos > Engine Repair Service warning: The water pump is failing: 2 of 12
The water pump is the heart of the cooling system and continuously keeps the antifreeze/water mixture flowing through the engine, radiator and heater core. If you think your car's water pump is going to break let's first look at how it could fail. The water pump can fail by leaking coolant past the pump shaft seal and out the... More..
Autos > Auto Repair (Other) DIY automotive repair: How to diagnose steering problems: 1 of 5
To diagnose steering problems remember there are basically two types of steering systems: the rack and pinion setup and the steering gear equipped. Most front wheel drive vehicles use the rack and pinion and most rear wheel drive vehicles use the steering gear option but sometimes use the rack & pinion depending on the model.... More..
Sports & Recreation > Martial Arts Finding a good martial arts school: 4 of 18
The instructor is more important than style when searching for a quality Martial Arts School. When looking to take martial arts classes your main focus should be on the people who are running the school, especially if you are looking for classes for your children. Their are many styles of martial arts but no style is right f... More..
Autos > Fuel Economy Is regular-grade gasoline just as good as premium gas for your car?: 4 of 17
Premium gas is no better for your car than regular grade if it is not recommended specifically for it. Most cars run well on regular grade or unleaded plus as long as they were designed for it. Premium gasoline was designed for high performance vehicles and luxury cars that are built for high rpm's and richer fuel mixtures. B... More..
Sports & Recreation > Auto Racing (Other) How to build a go-cart: 1 of 4
Building a go-cart is a lot of fun especially when you involve your kids in the process. There's nothing cooler to a kid than getting to try out the finished product that they had a hand in building. Here's a great way to build a simple non-motorized go-cart that will provide hours of fun, not only riding it, but creating it ... More..
Autos > Auto Body Repair Tips for repairing a car's power door lock: 1 of 4
When attempting to fix a car's power door lock start with the simplest solution first, just as you would with any repair. Most power door locks are actuated by a battery controlled key fob that you attach to your keys with a key ring. This is the place to begin your diagnosis for repair of the inoperative lock.If the key fob ... More..
Autos > Mechanics & Repair Shops Should your mechanic be ASE certified?: 1 of 4
ASE stands for Automotive Service Excellence and is well known for it's professional program that tests auto technicians on their knowledge and experience in several different areas pertaining to auto and truck repair. In the automotive industry ASE certification is the standard by which auto dealerships train their professio... More..