How to Ensure Your Car Parts are Well-Cared For

How to Ensure Your Car Parts are Well-Cared For

Many issues with car parts can come out of left field but some are completely avoidable. Caring for your car is such an important factor in the longevity and health of a car. Good attention to detail regarding car health and frequent services will ensure you’re...
5 Car Parts That Can Be Repaired, Recycled or Reused

5 Car Parts That Can Be Repaired, Recycled or Reused

Recycling and reusing spare car parts in NZ will positively impact the environment and your wallet. The run-of-the-mill car comprises over 30,000 separate parts; thus, it’s essential to be aware of what happens to each piece. In addition, as time goes by, everything...
7 Ways To Use Spare Car Parts In The House

7 Ways To Use Spare Car Parts In The House

Spare car parts are known to be greasy chunks of unusable metal, but some of these are ingredients that can make nifty household decorations. In this current environmentally-conscious society, we should use non-degradable materials as much as possible.  You’ll be...
Spotlight on Car Parts: Engine Mounts

Spotlight on Car Parts: Engine Mounts

In this edition of ‘Spotlight on Car Parts’ –  the engine mount. Connecting the engine to the chassis, the engine mount stops the uncontrollable shaking of the chassis as the mount transfers the energy to the ground.  At Dodson Autospares, we have some of the...
10 NON-DIY Repairs/Replacements For Car Parts

10 NON-DIY Repairs/Replacements For Car Parts

Many car parts can be maintained and repaired by your average person and saving that money is always rewarding. However, there are some repairs and replacements that require more specific knowledge within the mechanical world. As tempting as it is to have a go at...
Spotlight on Car Parts: Side Mirror

Spotlight on Car Parts: Side Mirror

In search for new car parts due to a hit from a neighbouring car? Perhaps the side mirror has been damaged, and you’re looking to replace it without stress? Dodson Autospares is here to help! The process by which you replace a side mirror is relatively simple. In...
Using Spare Parts To Fix Heating & Cooling

Using Spare Parts To Fix Heating & Cooling

To extend your car’s lifespan, it’s crucial to keep both the heating and cooling systems healthy by using spare parts to replace poor components. It’s important to know that the A/C and heat systems are connected separately and require different materials. A thorough...
Maintaining Your Brakes Using Spare Parts

Maintaining Your Brakes Using Spare Parts

Brakes are one of the most important components of a vehicle and when they need replacing, using new or spare parts could save your life. Maintenance is important too – as long as you take care of your brakes, your brakes will take care of you.  The rule of...
The Ultimate Guide For Choosing Spare Parts in NZ

The Ultimate Guide For Choosing Spare Parts in NZ

When choosing to use spare parts in NZ, it is essential to go through certain steps to ensure you are purchasing the correct part. Buying the incorrect part can be time-consuming and costly. Especially if it is installed and causes damage to the car.  Once you have...
What sounds should your car parts not be making?

What sounds should your car parts not be making?

  Car parts work as a comprehensive whole to create a fully functional car. When one of the parts deteriorate or break down, it can cause significant issues for the car and affect performance. Sounds are a great indicator of what might be wrong with your car....