Automotive Engine Paint

Automotive Engine Paint

Automotive Engine Paint

Once upon a time, changing your own motor oil was a popular way of saving money with just a set of car ramps and a few simple tools. While the tools and the process have not changed, the advent of drive-in shops that specialize in changing oil has reduced a lot of do-it-yourselfers into someone who washes their own car.

However, in these tough economic times, it’s good to know that the job can still be done at home and that there’s still money to be saved, so here’s the deal.

Motor Oil 101

First let’s talk motor oil for dummies. Motor oil is among the two or three lubricants every vehicle needs to keep from grinding to a painful halt. Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission generally use two lubricants while those equipped with an automatic transmission use three. Motor oil is pumped via the oil pump, through the oil filter and then through the engine where it acts as a lubricant to avoid damage from friction, heat and corrosion.