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I'm a freelance writer and as you can see my pen name is Maxwell Payne, which some of you may see as a play on a name of a popular video game character, but I assure you that it was chosen for reasons which may never be known. I write a variety of articles

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Autos > Fuel Economy Is regular-grade gasoline just as good as premium gas for your car?: 1 of 17
Regular grade gasoline vs. premium grade gasoline. Like many products and services in the marketplace today, premium gasoline is one of those higher priced options that will not give the majority of it's consumers anything beneficial to justify spending the extra money. Kind of like those people you see purchasing overpriced... More..
Autos > Engine Repair What is the cooling system in my car?: 1 of 14
What is the cooling system in a car? Despite what some less car savvy individuals may say, your car's cooling system is not your A/C. Rather the cooling system is a carefully designed system of hoses,fans,piping,and special fluids to keep engines cool as many engines run easily over 200 degrees in temperature. The cooling sy... More..
Autos > Auto Repair (Other) How to tell if you need a front end alignment: 2 of 10
Proper Alignment is Crucial for Your Vehicle Does your car need a front end alignment? A properly aligned car is important for safety and proper functioning of your vehicle from day to day. A car that has the alignment off can be dangerous to drive and can cause excessive wear and tear to tires, breaks, bearings, and more. H... More..
Autos > Engine Repair How to diagnose a no-start problem: 3 of 14
We've all experienced the frustration that comes when we get in our car, turn the key, and realize the car won't start. Before this happens again to you and before you turn to a mechanic who may charge more to diagnose the problem, read on and you will save time, money and your sanity. Plus you'll impress your friends who th... More..
Autos > Engine Repair How to replace your car's radiator hose: 2 of 7
How to replace your car's radiator hose. Depending on the make and model of your car; replacing your car's radiator hoses can be done easily in less then an hour. Older cars are often easier to work on when it comes to replacing something such as a radiator hose. Follow these steps to replace your radiator hose when it becom... More..
Autos > Brakes & Tire Repair Tips for buying low-profile tires: 4 of 13
Low profile tires are popular and common on a wide range of vehicles from SUVS to small cars. Most of their appeal comes from the stylish look these tires give to vehicles and are used mainly to accent high end rims and wheels. Before looking to buy low profile tires it is important to ask yourself whether or not you are wil... More..
Autos > Buying Cars (Other) Why now is a great time to make money buying and selling cars: 5 of 11
A lot of people purchase cars for below market price and after some repairs and clean up, they turn around and sell the car for a profit. This concept of flipping cars is a great way to make some extra cash if you know how and where to purchase cars at well under the market price. Knowing where to look and what to pay are th... More..
Autos > Auto Body Repair How to repair chipped paint: 1 of 2
Repair Chipped Paint on Your Car Yourself Quickly and Easily Chips in your car's paint job not only hurts the look and style of your car but it can also lead to further damage to the body material underneath the paint. Metal can become rusted if the paint and protective coating wears away. Repairing chipped paint on your car... More..
Autos > Fuel Economy Getting more miles and power using fuel system cleaners: 1 of 1
With high gas prices and increasing costs of owning a vehicle, many people are looking for every advantage possible to maximize gas mileage and reduce repair and maintenance costs for their cars and trucks. Most people know that proper and routine care of a car or truck will help it last longer and run better, but many peopl... More..
Autos > Gas & Oil Servicing How to replace a fuel pump fuse: 1 of 1
Replacing a fuel pump fuse is just as easy as replacing any blown fuse in your car. If your car cranks but won't start up there could be a problem with your fuel pump. Before taking it to your mechanic who may diagnose the problem as a failed fuel pump, you'll want to check and replace the fuel pump fuse. Sometimes the cause... More..