Burbank Auto Repair

Synthetic motor oil was designed to be a more cost-effective lubricant for engines that would reduce the amount of friction caused by shifting loads during driving. Thus, it was hoped that by using synthetic oils, the engine will have a longer and more reliable life span, not to mention a lower fuel economy. This, in turn, will benefit the consumer as well as the environment. There are two main properties that make up synthetic oil, the molecular size and the level of porosity. With the molecular size, this type of lubricant has a larger number of surface structures or crystallites. These crystallites are made of multiple molecules, or atoms, which are much too small to be seen by the naked eye. They are bonded together with molecular bonds that are strong enough to withstand the stresses that an engine is exposed to on a regular basis. In this way, friction is prevented and the engine lasts longer. The lower molecular weight ensures a steady supply of fuel throughout the life of the ... read more

You might feel that your car squeaks when you brake your car! If that's the case there could be an issue with your car. It's time to let a mechanic inspect the brake system of your car, but for your understanding, it's good to know what producing the annoying squeaky noise. Let's dig in for more information. Possible Reasons for Squeaking Brakes You might experience the squeaky brakes because of the following reasons: It's possible that you might be using the cheap brake pads that are contributing to the squeaky noise of the brakes. You should let the mechanic inspect your vehicle so that you would know the actual cause behind the noise.   The brake parts could be loose and you should get it inspected by an auto repair shop. In some cases, it's not a big issue but it's better to be safe than sorry, right!   Check the weather as it could be the culprit! If it's raining or snowing outside then it might be contributing to the squeaky noise ... read more