Archive for July, 2010

How will the car maintenance and repair industry change as electric cars become the norm?

Will mechanics that one worked on combustible engine cars learn about electric cars and then get certified to work on those? Because they are vastly different kinds of vehicles.
Hybrids are not that all different when it comes to the engine part of the equation. Yes special training will be neede so you don’t die working [...]

1700mah duracell batteries (rechargeable batteries) good enough for my xbox 360 controller?

well i just brought a duracell mini charrger and the batteries are still charging and i brought the charger for about £14 and i was just wondering if its good enough for my xbox 360 controller ?
I’ve been using Duracell rechargeable batteries for my controllers since I got my 360. I’ve had no problems [...]

Why are alkaline forming foods more valuable for the sick person?

How many of you have ever tried using alkaline forming foods to solve health problems?
alkalis are better for indigestion and things like that because they neutralise the hydrochloric acid in your stomach! ^_^

Does the Energizer compact charger switch itself off after 8.5hours or when the batteries are full?

Will I have to time it myself and take the batteries out according to time, or can I relax?
When the batteries are fully charged they don’t take any more energy.

What is the name of a product that can solar power charge your rechargeable batteries?

I use rechargeable batteries a lot, but they run out fast. I want to use solar power to recharge my batteries.
Is there a certain product I can hook up to any rechargeable battery? What is it called?
Thank you in advance.
has some what? Where’s the name of the product?
It would be called a "Solar Battery [...]

How long do rechargeable batteries last?

I just got some Rechargeable batteries today and they are currently charging.
They are:
Rayovac Rechargeable.
NM715-4OP
AA 1.2V
After a year they still work but don’t hold a charge as long. It depends on how often they’re used and recharged.

Shipping a deep cycle battery?

I am going to be shipping someone a solar panel. With this is a deep cycle battery. It’s a lead-acid battery that looks like a car battery. Would there be any restrictions for shipping this via DHL or similar?
A rep from Interstate batteries once told me the only way they can ship me a battery [...]

Do I need to jump start my car immediately?

My car’s battery went dead last month. But since I don’t use it, do I need to jump start it immediately?
no, but it is a good idea to start a car that is sitting once a week to avoid fluids breaking down, hoses failing, etc.

Why is it, that the batery on my computer says 6 hrs, but only lasts 4?

I charge my computer and the BATTERY indicator at the bottom of the screen says there is 6 hrs of power on it, but it always goes dead after about 4 or so?
Is it because I am using the internet?
Would it maybe last longer if I just did word processing or something and nothing else [...]

Where can I find evening/weekend car maintenance/repair classes in the Boston area?

I am looking for a evening or weekend class to teach me the basics of auto maintenance and repair, but I haven’t had much luck searching on the web. It should be in or near Boston, and preferably accessible by public transit. Thanks!
check with a tech school or a community college some dealers offer minor [...]