March 19, 2019 12:58 am
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If you’re running parts of your home or business on an unlimited power supply (UPS) battery, you know just how essential they are. For businesses especially, one simple UPS failure could lead to a long recovery process as they replace the system and try to get back any information they lost in the outage. If you’re hoping to extend the life and ensure the continued high performance of your UPS battery in Houston, TX, you’ll want to come up with a clear system for supporting the technology. The short list of steps below will offer some insight on what you... View Article
March 5, 2019 12:58 am
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When most people think of boats, they just imagine themselves sailing freely over the open water, the wind in their hair, inhaling the sweet scent of the seas. They don’t think about all the hard work it takes to get that boat seaworthy. Part of the labor of love involved in preparing the boat for the water involves ensuring the battery will last out on a trip and not leave everyone stranded. If you’re in need of help with marine batteries in Houston, TX, check out the following tips for readying your boat’s battery for the next boating season: Cleaning:... View Article
February 26, 2019 11:59 pm
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Do you consider yourself an expert in cars, motorcycles and all things with an engine? If not, there’s no need to worry about it—that is where your mechanic comes in! But that being said, it is nice to sometimes have a working knowledge of the different systems inside your car so that you can have an informed conversation with your mechanic, and maybe even diagnose and fix more simple problems yourself. One of the most important components of any engine is the oil filter. It keeps nasty debris and contaminants out of your engine so that your entire vehicle runs... View Article
February 12, 2019 11:59 pm
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Are you wondering whether the oil in your car’s, golf cart’s or motorcycle’s engine is still good? While it is easy to overlook, using old and dirty oil in your vehicle’s engine can cause serious and sometimes even irreversible damage. That is why folks generally recommend getting your oil changed on a strict schedule, such as every six months or after every 5,000 miles. But how can you tell if your particular oil is still good? Well, the truth is that oil never actually disintegrates—it just becomes too filthy to be effective, and instead becomes detrimental. But here’s the thing:... View Article
January 15, 2019 12:25 am
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At Texford Battery Co., we occasionally have customers ask us what the difference is between the ratings of cold cranking amperage (CCA) and standard cranking amperage (CA) for starting automatic vehicles. Here’s an overview from the experts at our battery store in Houston, TX. How do you know which of these amperages to look at when selecting a battery for your vehicle? Basically, what you need to know is that batteries are chemically based. Because liquids move slower when they are cold, the temperature makes a big difference when you’re evaluating a battery for potential use in your vehicles or... View Article
