Are you an automotive enthusiast who is looking for a way to make extra cash? Or perhaps you are an entrepreneur looking for the next big start up? Look in to the idea that to check automobile fluids can be a business.

Ours is a world full of cars, and all of those automobiles thrive on the liquids within their engines. A great money making opportunity is in the regularly checking of those fluids for folks who are either too busy or too disinterested to do it for themselves. A car enthusiast will do it for them, and get paid while doing so. This is a win-win situation!

The first place to look under the hood is at the radiator. Be careful to only open the cap on cool engines to avoid scalding! But the engine should be running, and the level should be visible and flowing well. The water should be free of dirt and particles, and should show no signs of rust.

While the engine is running, but cool, remove the pressurized cap and see that the level is correct. Add what is necessary, water or additive, and replace the cap. It is that simple, and an inexpensive gauge can determine anti-freeze and coolant quantities.

For automatics, the transmission should always be checked. Warm up the car by driving it for a few minutes, and then park it, using the shifter on P, on a level surface. Keep the engine running, but be sure to place chocks under the tires just in case of gears slipping.

Smell the fluid to check for any burnt odor. This would indicate troubles for the owner. Assess the oil, add if necessary, and replace the dipstick.

Brake fluid is essential for safety. This reservoir is found under the hood, usually against the firewall. The liquid within should be clean, clear, free of debris, and full. Add as is necessary and replace the cap firmly.

While you are in there, check the wiper water levels, too. Owners rarely remember this simple step until they need it and find it run out! Do them a little favor, as it only takes a minute or two.

A healthy engine has oil that is free from grit and metal shaving. Check all fluids with both the eyes and the nose. Everything should be clean and clear.

These steps are all very simple, and can be done with very few tools. Create a route where service is possible for business persons or at homes. Charge a reasonable fee for the service. Perhaps you can add fluid-changing services as well. Advertise locally, and get the word started, that to check automobile fluids can be a business.

If you are smart, you will keep yourself from getting more involved with the details of your business operation. This way, you can use the Expedia coupon to be anywhere and still make money.

TrackBack URI | RSS feed for comments on this post


Leave a reply

You must be logged in to post a comment.