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Everything You Ever Needed To Know About Owning a Diesel Truck

Diesel trucks aren’t for just any old driver. They are unique and powerful, and as such need to be treated in a particular manner and with particular respect. In fact, to successfully run and maintain a diesel truck there is quite a bit you will need to know. A topic you can find out more about in the post below.

Selecting The Right Vehicle

First off, you need to pick the right truck. A decision that might not always be easy as some of the most recent trucks on the market are getting pretty good reviews.

In fact, the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 Heavy Duty (HD) is one that is a fabulous choice with a towing ability of up to 23,000 pounds. You can even get a Duramax V8 engine in this model as well, although, be warned it does cost extra!

Alternatively, why not consider the 2018 Ford Super Duty? In that model, you will find a turbo diesel engine, and its reliability is making it a bestseller!

Diesel Maintenance

Of course, it’s not just selecting the right vehicle for your needs, but maintenance is also vital when it comes to diesel trucks. In fact, you will find that looking after these babies is a little different from the petrol models. In particular, it is crucial to remember that if you leave your oil change too long, your truck won’t just sustain damage, but could stop working altogether!

Also be aware that much of the work within the engine such as replacing the fuel injectors need to be completed by Diesel Truck Mechanics that specialize in these types of vehicles. After all, if you want your truck to run like a dream for the longest time possible its best to entrust it to someone that works with these types of cars each, and every day.

Things to watch out for

Lastly, when owning and driving a diesel truck, there are a few key difference from a petrol model that you need to watch out for. Otherwise, you could end up causing problems for yourself in the long run. In particular, warming the engine up before you start to drive is crucial when it comes to diesel engines, especially in winter. Although you do need to be careful not to let it idle for too long as well!

Also, watch out for contamination with other types of fuel, which can happen at some gas stations. Therefore it’s essential to pick one that you know is reliable or that has a bias towards diesel.

Switching the engine off is also something that can be a little different than what personal care driver are used to. This is because it’s crucial that you let the engine cool down before shutting off entirely, as it can cause damage if closed down too quick.

Lastly, remember to keep your fuel tank as full as possible, as this will prevent water from condensing in there, and causing problems when you drive. In fact, if you do all of these things your diesel truck should run effectively for a very long time.

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Time For A New You? Follow These Tips To Feel Like A Brand New Man

Sometimes things happen in life that leads you to want to take your life down a new path. Whether it’s a break up of a relationship, finding out you’re going to be a father, a career change, or even moving home, sometimes recreating yourself can do wonders for a man’s self-esteem. However, when you’re stuck in the same rigmarole of your daily routines, it can be difficult to break out of them and begin the change you’re after. Luckily, we’ve got some awesome tips that will help you feel like a brand new man, so check them out!

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Change Your Eating Habits

One thing that can leave you feeling deflated and low on self-esteem is the way that your body looks. It’s all too easy in this day and age to binge out on junk food, knock a few beers down your neck and enjoy yourself. However, neither junk food or beer is doing your body or self-esteem any favors, and it might be time to think about what you’re putting into your body. Take a look at these tips on how to change your eating habits so you can become fitter and raise your self-esteem:

• Serve yourself smaller portions of food. Quite often our minds trick us into thinking that we need more food than we actually do. Try serving smaller portions and you may find that you’re in fact fuller faster than you’d imagined.
• Speaking of being full, our bodies find it difficult to digest large amounts of food in one go and that’s why quite often, people gain weight. The body can’t digest all of the food and it ends up making you pile on weight. A great tip is to eat only until you’re satisfied. You may find that this is only a small amount of food and that you’re eating little and often, but your body will find it one hell of a lot easier to digest!
• Only eat when you’re genuinely hungry. Many people mistake thirst for hunger and this can quickly lead to overeating. When you feel hungry, have a glass of water and wait ten minutes. If you still feel hungry then your body needs food and if not, it simply needed rehydrating.
• Speaking of water, we all know that we’re meant to have the recommended 2 liters of water a day, but who actually does that? Did you know that water helps with digestion, flushing out toxins from the body, cleansing your hair, skin, and nails, and also helps make you feel more alert? Drink more water!

Taking on these new habits will transform the way you see and great food, and many people often find that they no longer crave junk food because they’re now listening to what their body actually wants!

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Freshen Up Your Style

If you’ve been rocking the same jeans and t-shirt style for the past decade or so, you may be thinking that it’s time for a new style or new angle within your current style. Quite often men struggle with dressing for our actual age and end up realizing way too late. This doesn’t mean that you will no longer be fashionable either, as there are plenty of age-appropriate styles at stores such as outlet that can help you find the perfect addition for your style and age! Also, if you’re in the midst of looking for love, freshening up your style will certainly help catch the ladies eyes!

Find A New Hobby

We mentioned earlier that creating a new you can be difficult if you’re stuck in the same rigmarole of your current routine? This can go for hobbies too. Whether you’re the adventurous type, or you prefer getting that high score on the latest game, finding a new hobby might just bring you a new lease of life. Whether that means challenging yourself to try something completely different or not, consider finding a new hobby to help feel like a brand new person.

Aim For A Better Career

In this day and age career is everything. With the economy in the state, it’s in, it’s no wonder that so many of us are struggling to make ends meet. There’s only one solution to this, and that’s progressing further in your career for a higher paycheck each month. If you’re happy in your career, why not aim for a higher position? Alternatively, find yourself a career in something you’re passionate about so that you can earn the big bucks and also enjoy what you do for a living.

Exercise More Often

Much like eating more healthily to regain self-esteem and become fitter, exercise plays a massive part in this too. You don’t have to be a super sporty person to have a good exercise regime either, and it doesn’t necessarily mean spending hours in the gym if you don’t want to. Exercise is anything that raises your heartbeat and makes you feel out of breath – so get yourself moving more!

Say Yes More!

When all is said and done, life is still a very short process in the long scale of things and that’s why it’s important to live it to the full! Been invited on a lads holiday? Say yes! Arranged another date in an expensive restaurant? Say yes! Being more subjective to new things will make you enjoy life more, so say yes more!

Think About Settling Down

Finally, at the end of it, all don’t we all want someone to settle down with and possibly start a family? If you’re in a relationship, think about getting married and if not, try and find the perfect person for you! There are many ways of meeting new people these days, so there’s no excuse!

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It’s The Gentlemen’s Curb a lifestyle blog where fashion meets fitness in a BIG way. In this post, we will do something a bit different. This post will talk about one of my favorite things. A Mustang.

The Muscular Mustang Through The Years

When Ford unveiled the Mustang back in 1964, they wanted to capitalize on the emerging muscle car market. The Mustang was a homage to masculinity, designed to be the beefiest car on the road. Ford didn’t realize it at the time, but the Mustang was to become an instant classic, marrying both killer looks with affordability and passion – a rare combination in the automotive world.

Initially, executives at the company hoped to sell in the region of 100,000 of the first iteration during the first phase of production. But it soon became clear that its popularity would exceed that, selling more than the original estimate in just three months, a remarkable achievement at the time. (Remember, the 1960s was before universal car ownership).

The Success Of The First Mustang

Why the Mustang succeeded was a mixture of sex appeal and high-tech features. Ford made no secret of the fact that the car was meant to go fast. They furnished the interior with bucket seats and gave the car a considerable engine which growled every time you depressed the gas pedal. By today’s standards, it is still a fast car, pulling away from traffic lights and stop signs at remarkable speed.

The styling of the car was also something to behold. It canonized the muscle car look, with the long bonnet and low headroom in the cockpit. And it came in a classic red, something that was new to many people in the American market. The prominent front grille and the rearing stallion on the front drew many young male buyers who wanted something that could excite. 

The car also appeared in a number of films, such as Bullitt starring Steve McQueen. It achieved cult status almost overnight, thanks to the memorable car chase scene.

Was it a driver’s car? Not particularly. Yes, it was fast and full of passion, but its weight meant that it was poor under breaking. It also struggled to get good mileage, as you might expect, making it costly to run. The original Mustang usually only lasted fifty thousand miles before needing a complete overhaul, wrecking bank accounts in the process.

The Need To Upgrade

Once it became clear to bosses at Ford that the Mustang was going to be a cult classic, they set about investing in the car, hoping to bring improvements that would help it sell more. The first thing they did was tinker with the engine. It was clear that the car needed more horsepower to propel its enormous weight. It looked the part, but early models, with just 101 bhp, didn’t have the power to match. Engineers upgraded the six-cylinder engine to 120 bhp and the eight-cylinder by more than 25 percent.

From the late sixties to the early seventies, Ford stopped adding more power to the car in favor of making it appear increasingly aggressive. They installed larger dials in the cockpit, introduced bigger bumpers on the front and rear, and offered block engine options. The idea was for the car to dominate the road and fend off the competition who had realized that there was a new niche car market in muscle cars. The 1969 model, for instance, included air scoops based on new aerodynamic technologies, and spoilers on both the wing and at the front of the car. In short, engineers beefed up the car considerably, and it proved to be a hit on the showroom floor.

The Second Generation

Ford realized that the second generation had to bring improvements over the first that wasn’t just aesthetic. After the oil crisis of 1973, executives decided to focus on fuel economy. By 1974, the second generation Mustang rolled off the production line and onto the street. This new car, dubbed the Mustang II, had to compete with cheaper, smaller Japanese competitors, like the Toyota Celica and Datsun 240Z. Stiffer competition in the 1970s meant that the second generation of the car didn’t sell as many as the first, around 300,000 in the first year, but it still proved to be a remarkably successful car.

The car was also a bit heavier than the first iteration. New US safety regulations meant that engineers had to reinforce the side pillars and add shock absorption material to the front and rear of the car. Ford responded by ensuring that consumers had a choice of engine size. The top of the line was the Ghia model, named after the company’s acquisition of the Italian automotive outfit. Ghia Mustangs came with luxury interiors and more substantial rear windows.

Later Models

By the time the new millennium came around, Ford had learned from many of the mistakes of the past. The fourth generation of the car had been a bit of a flop, lacking much of the style and drama of the original model, despite the improved performance. The fifth version, released in 2004, brought back some of the old masculinity and passion of the original car, featuring many of the design elements from the 1960s version. With improved tire installation, engine output, and power management, the car was more manageable on the road.

The lead designer of the vehicle, J Mays, wanted it to have a “retro-futurism” feel, and the car certainly achieved its aim. Built in Michigan. The fifth generation delivered more than double the original car’s horsepower and obtained a far lower coefficient of drag. Finally, the performance of the Mustang lived up to its incredible looks.

The latest version, the sixth generation, builds on the design language of the fifth but adds an eco-friendly engine option for those wanting to get the most mileage out of their vehicles. Ford still has a long way to go with the Mustang, especially in the safety department. Euro NCAP tests gave the car only two stars because of problems with airbag inflation and a lack of lane assist technologies. But it’s not entirely clear that the company cares. The Mustang is all about risk and power, making it one of the most politically incorrect vehicles on the market today.