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Toyota Matrix 2003 Air Conditioning Stops Cooling

Toyota Matrix, 2003 model had the air conditioner suddenly stop cooling. After checking the refrigerant and seeing that it was ok I checked further and found that the compressor clutch was not engaging.


The wires all tested ok and the connections were in good shape so now that all of the easy stuff was checked it was time to get into the meat of the air conditioning system. After checking the circuitry for the air conditioner clutch and relays in the circuit we found that the M/G relay was not operation correctly. The M/G relay is located in the long black fuse box under the hood by the battery. Our M/G relay was small and white in color and plugged in so soldering was not necessary.

The M/G relay was a dealer item costing around $80.00

The parts counter person at Toyota said that they have several complaints about that relay and he is surprised that it hasn't been recalled.

With the M/G relay replaced we had no further trouble with the air conditioner.


August 25th, 2010 | Tags: | Category: Air Conditioner, Automotive, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Matrix | Comments are closed

Crescent wrench is a handy and versatile tool

An adjustable wrench or Crescent wrench is a handy and versatile tool to have especially if you are not sure of the exact size of the nut or bolt that you need it for. A Crescent wrench has moveable lower jaws so you can adjust it to fit any nut or bolt in its range of operation. The adjustable end of the wrench operates in a range designed to be the best for that length and weight of wrench. Trying to put too large of a nut into a small wrench would be difficult, if not impossible to turn. Just like putting a small nut into a large wrench, it could possibly cause you to snap the bolt being worked on.


When deciding on the best adjustable Crescent wrenches for your work, it will be important to decide how the wrench will be used. In many cases, people will use two Crescent wrenches so there is one for each end of the work being performed. A Crescent wrench is a very handy tool to have around the house. You will get so much use out of it it will pay you to buy a really good quality one. You won’t be sorry once you put it to the test.

Quality adjustable wrenches designed for holding as well as turning the nuts, bolts, screws, plugs, and all types of threaded fasteners. Crescent wrenches come in metric and inch sizes with the better ones indicating the size it is open to on the jaw for your reference to change to a fixed wrench or a socket to complete the work you have to do.


March 4th, 2010 | Tags: | Category: Tools, Uncategorized | Comments are closed

Swimming Pool Coating Types and How To Choose

Types Of Swimming Pool Coatings And How To Choose The Best
By: Levi Horowitz | Posted: 18th May 2009

Coatings are the materials used to cover the surface to protect from corrosion and to enhance the beauty. Made from paint and other additives, coatings are extremely used for interior and exterior decoration of home. Varieties of coatings are available depending on the purpose. Swimming pool coatings, garage floor coatings, and metal coatings are available.


Coatings vary in quality and variety depending on the manufacturer and the customer. Quality coat paints are offered within reasonable price. Coating improves the beauty and impresses everyone who sees it. With the latest technology and changing taste in the decoration of home, coating processes has become popular. While using coating some things must be remembered. Can this kind of coating offer durability? Do these coatings offer resistance to moisture and cracks? Do these decorative coatings last long? Depending on the purpose, the decorative coating also varies.

Swimming Pool Coatings: Swimming pool coatings are available in various kinds. Most famous swimming pool coatings are epoxy, acrylic, and rubber based.

Epoxy Coating: Also known as marine coating, epoxy paint is durable and last long. They protect us from ultra violet rays and chemical treatments. Epoxy paint is made by adding resin and hardener in one to one proportion. Available in various colors, turns to slight yellow when exposed to ultra violet rays. It needs to sand to re-coat. It lasts for 7 years and it costs less.

Acrylic Coating: Made of polymer resin, does not require hardener or catalyst like other epoxy paint. It is easy to apply and easy to clean. Lasts for 2 to 3 years, acrylic paint is suitable for commercial applications. It is suspended in water to apply.

Chlorinated Rubber Base: Comes in various colors, chlorinated rubber base is easy to apply and lasts for about 3 to 5 years. It is not expensive as epoxy paint but shows resistance to salts, acids, and alkalis. Easy to recoat, it turns white when exposed to ultra violet rays. It consist highly solvent content and is soft. Mainly used for commercial purposes where the pool is renovated for every few years.

Quartzdek Coatings: With the latest technology, available, efficient engineers are making highly efficient decorative coatings. Among them, the best one is Quartzdek. No other decorative coating can compete with it in the present market. Manufactured by Surface MD, Quartzdek is made of effective resins and quartz. It's most common uses are Swimming Pool Decks, Driveways, Walkways, Boardwalks and other wood decks. The product is far superior to its competitors in terms of slippery resistant, crack resistant, and water resistant. This requires less maintenance and it is of low cost. It requires no painting materials.

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March 4th, 2010 | Tags: | Category: Uncategorized | Comments are closed

Swimming Pool Water Temperature

Swimming Pool Temperature – know the right level
By: Synapse India | Posted: 27th November 2008

If you are wondering what is the ideal swimming pool temperature then it is not a very easy question to answer. It is so because the proper swimming pools temperature depends largely on the preferences of the swimmers. Based on the recommended heater temperature and the settings from all manufacturers virtually, the ideal temperature range for both the backyard swimming pool and the indoor swimming pool ranges between 75- 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Although this figure is not taken to be as the final one as the temperature varies from the preferences of individual to individual and varied environments.


Ideal swimming pool temperature attainment can be a little tricky job if one possesses backyard swimming pool sans heater. It is so because the swimming pool temperature gradually increases along with the season change and there is a heating of the pool, but the very initial swimming pool temperature of swimming season remains to be cold. It is in fact lesser than 70 degrees Fahrenheit or so which is not quite favorable for even the adventurous lot of the swimmers. If the backyard swimming pool does have a heater, then there are no issues as the temperature of the swimming pool water can be well adjusted as per the requirements and the convenience of the swimmers and their activity levels. For example, cooler swimming pool water is apt for exercising purposes while warmer one is good for beach/ lounge atmosphere.
When the temperature of the swimming pool is increased, this is to be well considered that it may have some effects on the maintenance of the pool. Like, if the pool water temperature is higher, there will be increased water evaporation and thus the pool owners will have to remain vigilant regarding when the water needs to be added for easy swimming. Also, higher pool water temperature also implies quicker build up of the dissolved solids which is actually the “bad stuff” which the chlorine then attacks in the pool water. In fact, having higher temperature may also burn the chlorine and the agents used for pool sanitizing far more quickly. The algal growth will proliferate and increased vacuuming, squeezing and swimming pool cleanups will be required.

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March 4th, 2010 | Tags: | Category: Swimming Pool | Comments are closed

Save Electricity On Swimming Pool Filter With a Smaller Pump

A smaller Swimming Pool Pump Can Save You Big
By: one800pools | Posted: 03rd March 2009

Swimming Pool Season is almost upon us, and its time to go out and open up the pool. So you go out uncover the pool, start up your swimming pool pump and your ready to add your Spring Start-Up Kit, and you find out your pool pump is broken. Great what next? You could just replace your burned out pump with the same model and HP rating in hopes that it was sized right, from when your pool was installed. Or you could make a conscious effort to make sure your pump is sized correctly, allowing you to get maximum filtering benefit and to also save energy.


Bigger is not better when choosing a Pool Pump. What you want to do is use the smallest size pump possible for you swimming pool. To choose the correct pump, you can consult a pool pump-sizing chart. In technical terms you want to match the hydraulic characteristics of the pump to the piping and the pool’s flow characteristics. If you are heating you pool by solar, you also need to consider extra capacity to pump the water through the collectors.
A Study conducted by the State of Florida shows that ¾ hp pump is generally sufficient for residential pools. You can decrease the size of you pool pump by decreasing the systems hydraulic resistance by, substituting a large filter (50% higher than the designed flow rate) and decreasing pipe length or increasing diameter. Also replace 90-degree elbow pipes with 45-degree or even flexible piping. Besides, decreasing the pool water’s circulation resistance can save you up to 40% in electricity use.

Another way to save energy is to decrease the amount you pool pump runs to 6-hours a day. Basically you run the pump while your adding chemicals, and for automatic debris filtering. Longer circulation times wastes energy. Many people think that you have to keep the pump running to keep the growth of algae down, but the best energy conscious effort is to use chemicals in the water and scrub the walls when needed. If you have an instance where the water doesn’t appear clean then increase the pump-on time by ½ hour increments. Studies have shown that most of the people were happy with the water quality reducing their pump time down to even 3 hours a day. On average this would save you 60% on your swimming pool pump electricity. You will have to experiment to find the best operation.

If you have a debris problem caused by reducing your pool pump on time, you can install a timer on your pump (if you don’t have one already) to run at short periods each day and still keep within your lean pump-on schedule. These short cycle-on times should keep you pool clean all day.

Also remember to keep all debris clear of drains and skimmers. Clogged areas make your swimming pool pump work harder thus using more energy. And backwash only when needed because not enough requires your pool pump to work harder, and too frequently wastes water.

In a nutshell, sizing your pool pump to the correct size for your swimming pool, and making energy conscious efforts to reduce pool pump on time can you with lower energy costs and reduce your carbon footprint, thus helping and doing your part in reducing your carbon footprint.
Steve Merillat has been in the Swimming Pool and Spa industry for 35 years. He started early on working for various Swimming Pool supply companies before ventured out in his own business. He pioneered many processes with the installation of Swimming Pools & Spas that are used as industry standards today. He regularly holds seminars and classes on how to properly maintain your Swimming Pool and Spa. For more information on Hot Tubs visit 1800Pools.com

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February 26th, 2010 | Tags: | Category: Swimming Pool | Comments are closed
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