3 Car Hacks That Would Make MacGyver Proud
STOCKINGS FOR YOUR WINDSHIELD Your windshield wipers will wear out at some point, and sometimes you don’t realize it until that unexpected downpour. The wiper stops removing water, and if the rubber is missing, the metal of the blade can scratch your windshield. Fortunately, you might have a temporary fix on you — a pair of stockings. If you notice your wipers aren’t working properly, wrap a pair of stockings around the arm. They’ll help pick up some of the debris and keep the metal from scratching your windshield until you can get a replacement pair — of windshield wipers, that is. NAIL POLISH FOR CHIPS, SCRAPES, AND CRACKS When an unskilled parallel parker leaves a small scrape on your car, you may not need to take it in for a new paint job. Instead, try
While many repairs require a trip to the mechanic or auto body shop, some minor cosmetic car issues can be handled using common household items. Forget the umbrella — read on to learn why you’ll want to store stockings for a cloudy day. POOL NOODLES TO PREVENT DINGS This common pool toy might actually come in handy to protect your car from getting beat up by its gatekeeper, the garage. Does your car just barely fit through the garage door? Use a few noodles. Take an adhesive or staples and fix them horizontally to the wall of your garage to provide cushion for your car. You may also find it handy to put another few at the end of your garage so you don’t have to stress about dings to your bumper when you pull your car in a little too close.
a less costly method — nail polish. Using a shade that matches your car, apply a thin layer to the scratched area. And that’s not all nail polish is good for. For small windshield chips, clear nail polish may be an effective way to prevent the crack from spreading. Put a thin layer of clear polish on the crack and let it dry. Of course, these quick fixes don’t replace routine maintenance. Always speak to a professional if you have car issues, and don’t rely on these methods alone to keep your car in working order. And if you are in need of legal help following an incident, reach out to the knowledgeable team at Pérez Halpern. We are here to help.
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PUERTO RICAN GUAVA CHEESE APPETIZER
Ingredients • 1 22-ounce can guava paste, cut into 1-inch cubes (You can find this in a Latin American store.) • 1 16-ounce package sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes • 20 toothpicks
Directions 1. Skewer one cube of the guava paste and one cube of cheddar cheese on a toothpick. 2. Repeat with the remaining guava paste and cheddar cheese cubes. 3. Refrigerate until serving time.
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