We can talk for a long time about what car tuning is and why do it. At the same time, the conversation can be either pointless, over a glass of beer, when you are whileing away an ordinary evening with a friend in the garage, or in front of a modern computer. In a serious tuning studio, where “big” specialists poke their fingers at the screen of a large monitor and discuss with a serious face possible design elements that significantly affect the improvement of the car’s performance. Each of these possible options for a “conversation” about tuning, in our opinion, has a basis for implementation and the right to life. After all, everyone has their own ideas, their own needs, their own prerogatives, if you like, their own ambitions, well, and, in the end, what is sometimes decisive, their own desires - preferences. In our present article, we will talk about tuning for amateurs, not because professional tuning is not “too tough” for us; to confirm the opposite, you can rummage through the pages of our website and find something more impressive, but because the topic of the article is us is - How to improve (tuning) a car with minimal investment. So, since our topic is somewhat “free”, and specific examples will be needed, we will give possible examples of improvement or, as they say, tuning, step by step, gradually describing each of the possible options.
Seat reupholstery
Homemade products can also be useful for updating the interior. Useful gadgets and crafts for cars allow you to replace worn out parts, add lighting to the interior and do much more. Let's consider the option of updating the seats.
For this you will need fabric. You can choose two colors - beige leather will be suitable for the central part of the seats and the back of the backrest (about 4 m of it will be needed), and everything else will be black. Black leather needs about 3.5 m. All fabric needs to be duplicated (glued) with a layer of foam rubber 0.5 cm. The foam rubber is glued with non-woven material using an iron. This will make it easier to work with.
We remove the covers from the removed seats (it’s more convenient this way). We number their individual parts. In order not to get confused, we transfer everything to paper. Also on paper you need to mark the places where the knitting needles are attached (they are on the back of the covers). The knitting needles themselves will then be inserted into new cases.
Next, we disassemble the casing into individual parts (unravel the seams). Patterns of the necessary elements are obtained. We lay them out on the wrong side of the fabric (wrong side up to avoid mirroring the details) on thick paper (you can use wallpaper) and trace them around the perimeter. We leave a 1 cm allowance along the edges, which will be used for seams. Then all the patterns are cut and sewn (starting from the center). On the reverse side of any fabric we make pockets into which the knitting needles are inserted.
Having connected all the parts, we get new covers. We carry out this process one by one for all seats. Having made such interesting and useful homemade products for your car with your own hands, you can update the interior without contacting a service center.
What types are there?
Let's consider the main talismans that came to us from various cultures. Each of them has its own characteristics and helps to avoid certain problems associated with vehicles.
Cross
An effective amulet against participation in accidents , it also helps to avoid traffic police checks. The cross should be hung near the mirror, then it will begin to remove negative energy from transport and eliminate troubles on the roads.
From time to time it is worth picking it up, warming it with your warmth and thanking it for its protection.
Anti-theft items: horseshoe, pin and salt
- A horseshoe is a strong talisman against theft and for attracting good luck to the car while driving. It should be installed with arcs up and firmly fixed.
- the pin is small in size, it can ward off the evil eye and protect you from problems during the trip. You need to attach it in an inconspicuous place.
- Salt will protect your car well from theft. It should be poured into a small fabric bag and at this time read the charm charm: “I cover it with salt, I protect it with salt, I protect it with salt.” After this, the activated item is kept in the machine.
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Gypsy amulets
Gypsy talismans and amulets are famous for their powerful anti-theft power. Previously, they protected against horse theft, but now they help against car theft. It is better to store them under the seat or in the glove compartment. Let's look at the main gypsy amulets:
- The Chicken God is the most popular amulet stone among gypsies. Helps to keep car thieves and thieves away from the car, and also prevents damage and the evil eye from being cast.
- A card with the image of the Queen of Hearts will protect everything that is under its possession. First, you need to kiss the image of the Lady and ask her to become the mistress of your domain. Next, the card should be securely hidden from prying eyes so that no one accidentally finds it. Most of all, it is valued as a reliable talisman against inspections by the traffic police.
- A wooden amulet made from an oak, cedar or ash stick will greatly protect your car. The stick needs to be tied with red woolen thread and securely hidden inside the cabin.
- Gypsy “Runes of Shuvani” are powerful symbols of Gypsy witches. No troubles will be terrible for either the car or its driver if you find such an amulet and store it in the cabin.
Feng Shui
- Figurine of God Ganesh. Brings good luck on a trip, makes the road easier and prevents law enforcement from stopping. It should be placed on the right hand side of the driver.
- Dogs ew. Double figurine with formidable dogs, which used to decorate and protect imperial palaces. The figures are placed on the dashboard so that the dogs' eyes are directed towards the doors. Then the car will be protected both on the road and in the parking lot.
Icons
- The icon of St. Nicholas the Savior is the main Christian amulet that protects against failures and troubles.
- Face of Jesus Christ. It can be either an icon or a crucifix. The main thing is to choose the amulet that the car owner personally likes, and not skimp on it.
- The image of St. Catherine will protect the car owner from evil slander and the evil eye.
- The icon of the Holy Mother of God the Virgin Mary effectively protects the car from any damage - from minor to the most serious.
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Quartz
Quartz crystals are used in many magical rituals, since this mineral is able to absorb all the bad energy and release good energy in return. Simply placing such a pebble in the car will not be enough; you will need to perform a small but obligatory ritual:
- Take the driver's seat alone.
- Take quartz in your hands and say all your wishes in your mind.
- Wait for the stone to warm up and hide it in a secluded place.
The ritual takes place every six months.
Slavic symbols
- Doll Plantain. A miniature reel that fits in the palm of your hand. She usually patronizes travelers, but is also good for car owners. It should be placed near the windshield. The doll will protect you from accidents and traffic checks.
- Katunchik is an Altai talisman. It is fixed on the rearview mirror and serves as protection for all passengers.
- Kolovrat is a symbol of a traveler. Attracts positive energy and good luck, resists thefts and accidents. The sign can be attached to a panel or carried with you as a keychain.
Assembling the car
In Minecraft it is still possible to craft a car. To do this you will need to download The Car Mod (preferably v. 2.2). We think you'll figure out how to download it. You can find articles and videos about this. However, you need to take into account that this is a server add-on, that is, you won’t be able to ride in your personal little world. Now let's talk about how to build a car, in order.
First you need to think about the wheels. Do them like this:
- place an iron ingot in the center of the crafting grid
- along the perimeter of 8 cells - skin
You will get a pair of square wheels. This is, of course, unusual to look at; in normal life you could make a funny video. Well, nothing. In Minecraft, in general, everything is, to put it mildly, not very round. Since the car has four wheels, we repeat the procedure.
Next you need to make the engine. Without it, no one will go anywhere in Minecraft. To make it, you will need:
- red dust
- bake
- two pistons
- two torches
They need to be placed in the grid as shown in the figure. The engine is ready, but this is not enough to go on a road trip. We still need to build a car.
You can craft it using:
- engine
- two pairs of wheels
- two pieces of iron
- and chest
The crafting recipe is shown in the picture. This is a composite image. The assembly order follows the order described in this manual. That is, from left to right: wheels, engine, car. Overall recipe:
The car is ready, but you won’t be able to go anywhere on sheer enthusiasm. Transport also wants to “eat”. So we need to refuel.
The fuel in Minecraft is coal.
We get into the car.
Press the C button to open the car's inventory. We put coal and we are good to go. The speed is developing quite decently.
Yes, if only making cars in real life would be this easy! Download, craft, steer
Minecraft controls are standard:
- WAD
– forward, left, right. No reverse - Brake using the Shift
- The inventory is opened with the C
. We have already talked about this
Car wash
Let's start with the appearance. When a car is clean, its paintwork shines and shines. It's nice to look at this technique. You immediately get the feeling that the owner is taking care of his car. But going to the car wash is not always possible due to various circumstances. In such cases, homemade car products will come to the rescue. You can assemble a small sink with your own hands, which you can use at any convenient time.
To make a sink you will need the following parts:
- canister with two drains;
- hose 2 m long (suitable for connecting a washing machine);
- watering gun with telescopic rod;
- union;
- spool;
- rubber gasket (outer diameter 2.4 cm, inner diameter 1.5 cm);
- coupling.
Now let's get started:
- We make a hole in the lid of the canister. We coat the “spool” with sealant and insert it into the prepared hole in the lid. Let it dry.
- Using a feather drill, make a small hole in the second cover. It is necessary for the coupling. We treat the junction of the cover and the coupling with sealant and also let it dry.
- We cut off the nut with fastening from the curved end of the inlet hose. No need for fastening anymore. Apply sealant to the nut and secure it to the back of the coupling. We connect the cut side of the hose to the nut of the quick-release fitting. Next, the main fitting is screwed in, which is also connected to the watering gun.
- On the second side of the hose, insert a rubber gasket into the nut. This will protect the system from air penetration. After this, the nut is screwed onto the quick-release fitting.
This completes the process of making a homemade car for a car with your own hands.
Question #5: An alternative to car wax?
In addition to car waxes, there are also special "paint sealants" for application to paintwork, which are usually sold under the name "nano- or ceramic sealant". It's incredibly expensive, but it lasts for years: link
This chemistry contains tiny particles of silicon that “stick” to the surface of the body. Unlike wax, which is only “on” the paint, sealants bond to the paint at the nano level. This way, even the smallest scratch can be compensated, and the protection against dirt and environmental influences will be higher than with the best quality car wax. Water penetrates into a “nano-sealed” car much better and washes away more everyday dirt. However, the price tag. Plus, the technology does not contribute to the appearance of the same shine as from wax.
Treating a car body with wax not only gives it a more impressive appearance, but also creates a protective layer on its surface. Many car owners use wax polishes solely to make their pet shine in the sun and look better than new. However, these products also have a second side to the coin, which is more useful than just glitter.
The process of welding a car body with a semi-automatic machine
First of all, let's decide on the necessary equipment.
Tools and materials for DIY work
- Semi-automatic welding machine BlueWeld 4.135.
- Welding wire with copper coating, diameter 1 mm.
- Coarse sandpaper.
- Pressure reducer.
- Carbon dioxide cylinder with a capacity of 20 liters.
Sequence of operations for semi-automatic welding
- before starting welding, the damaged area is cleaned of all contaminants using sandpaper: rust, primer, paint, grease;
- the sections of metal being welded are pressed tightly against each other (if necessary, the use of various clamps, temporary bolts or self-tapping screws is allowed);
- Next, you should carefully read the front panel of the welding machine. There are: a switch, a welding current regulator and a wire feed speed regulator;
Location of switches on the front panel of the BlueWeld welding machine
- now the reducer is connected to the carbon dioxide cylinder as shown in the photo;
The reduction gear is connected to a carbon dioxide cylinder
- a reel with welding wire is fixed in the apparatus, after which the end of the wire is inserted into the feeding mechanism;
Welding wire is inserted into the feed mechanism
- the nozzle on the burner is unscrewed with pliers, the wire is threaded into the hole, after which the nozzle is screwed back on;
Removing the nozzle from the welding torch
- after charging the device with wire, using switches on the front panel of the device, the polarity of the welding current is set: plus should be on the electrode holder, and minus on the torch (this is the so-called direct polarity, which is set when working with copper wire. If welding is done with ordinary wire without copper coating , then the polarity must be changed);
- The device is now connected to the network. The torch with the electrode holder is brought to the previously prepared area to be welded. After pressing the button on the electrode holder, the hot wire begins to move out of the nozzle, and at the same time the supply of carbon dioxide opens;
The process of welding a car body using a semi-automatic machine
- if the weld seam is long, then welding is carried out in several stages. Initially, the welded area is “tacked” at several points. Then 2-3 short seams are made along the joining line. They should be 7–10 cm apart from each other. These seams should be allowed to cool for 5 minutes;
Several short preliminary seams
- and only after this the remaining sections are finally connected.
The edges of the damaged body are finally welded
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"Angel Eyes"
It is quite possible to assemble useful electronic homemade products for cars with your own hands. For example, “angel eyes” will allow you to update the headlights of any car. To make them you will need:
- plastic transparent sticks (can be from blinds);
- resistors (220 Ohm);
- battery (9 V);
- LEDs (3.5 V).
The process looks like this:
- On any metal can, the same diameter as the headlights, we screw a ring from a plastic stick using pliers. To do this, it is heated a little.
- Next, connect a pair of LED and resistor. Their performance is checked using a battery.
- Another LED is connected to it.
- We make deep cuts on the frozen ring from a plastic stick.
- We assemble the ring, attach the LEDs, and connect.
Why is it difficult to take a selfie in a car?
The main problem with auto-shots is the tightness, which greatly distorts the picture. If you place your phone under the steering wheel, you get double chins, sunken eyes, and abnormal breast proportions.
Place the camera on the side and you end up with rounded humanoids. And my favorite thing is the protruding “ears”, glasses and hints of people somewhere in the back seats. What's the point of such footage? Do not do it this way.
Another disadvantage of taking selfies in the car is monotony. Boring gray interior, face focused on the road, belt. Everyone wants to show how successful he is, to embody the image of a confident driver, businessman and number one person in local clubs and salons.
So much so that people forget about originality, sincerity and creativity.
Holder with charger for smartphone
Road safety comes first. Any distracting activities must be left until the car comes to a complete stop, including talking on the phone with the receiver to your ear.
For the comfort of drivers, a phone holder was invented. It is mounted on the windshield from the inside so that the driver can see the screen and the gadget itself is within arm’s reach.
There is a huge variety of holders. Their main functionality boils down to the following:
- Securely hold your phone while moving. It shouldn't dangle.
- Mechanism for adjusting the turning angle for driver visibility.
- Presence of charging from the cigarette lighter. There are holders with wireless (remote) charging.
