Pink tie
FUEL CARD
Today, with a developed network of gas stations, it is unlikely to remain with an empty tank, however, this is possible. It’s too late to read morality: they had to stock up at least a two-liter plastic bottle in advance (convenient, by the way, a tank for a fuel reserve!). However, at the gas station you may not be poured into it - safety precautions prohibit. It doesn’t matter, fill it yourself, but not under the traffic jam! Leave about 5% of the air so that the bottle does not burst when heated - this rule applies to any sealed containers. It is unnecessary to remind that when refueling they do not smoke and do not shine with a burning match.
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At some gas stations they don’t even fill in very convenient plastic canisters with the Gasoline brand (gasoline) on the sidewall, which are specially designed for fuel. It is useless to convince the operator that the car’s gas tank is made of similar plastic - it’s easier to find another gas station.
Do not fill the tank to the eyeballs, at most until the second gun cut-off. Of course, when heated, the tank will not break, but, for example, in the Hyundai Accent, the fuel will escape through the side pipe of the filler neck into the adsorber, and from there into the engine. There are cases when, due to such a seemingly trifle, the neutralizer burned out.
In order to pour the reserve stock without a funnel into the tank, a certain skill is required: you need to open the upper throat valve with a screwdriver or twig.
“Ford Focus” has a neck without a plug, therefore, when refueling from a canister, open the shut-off valve with a standard adapter
“Ford Focus” has a neck without a plug, therefore, when refueling from a canister, open the shut-off valve with a standard adapter. “Ford Focus” has a neck without a plug, therefore, when refueling from a canister, open the shut-off valve with a standard adapter.
On the “Focus” with its flawless neck, a valve with a sly screwdriver cannot be opened. But in the standard set there is an adapter-opener - at the very least, it will serve as a funnel. Nevertheless, it is advisable for those who burn the tank to dryness to carry a separate funnel with a wide neck. She does not take up much space in the trunk, and adds convenience.
By the way, it is more convenient when the upper edge of the bell is bent inward - so the fuel does not splash out. (In extreme cases, the funnel is easy to make from the same plastic bottle.) But note, there are products with a wide nose and a narrow one. The first fit only in the adapter "Focus", as well as the neck "Lancer" and "Mazda-3."
It is best to open the gas tank flap by pulling the lever on the floor. This is done on the "Japanese", "Accent" and "Lacetti"
It is best to open the gas tank flap by pulling the lever on the floor. This is done on the "Japanese", "Accent" and "Lacetti". It is best to open the gas tank flap by pulling the lever on the floor. This is done on the "Japanese", "Accent" and "Lacetti".
For every fireman, equalize the electrostatics of the machine, the tank with fuel and your own family: holding the canister in one hand, and touch the body with the other.
It happens that the tank bursts. We will seal the crack with gas-resistant glue (PVA, "Moment") or soap. Experience shows: with a “washed up” gas tank, it will be possible to overcome more than a dozen kilometers.
Gasoline was poured into all cars from the same 5-liter canister. It is very convenient for storing a reserve fuel reserve: a narrow removable spout extends into any neck
Gasoline was poured into all cars from the same 5-liter canister. It is very convenient for storing a reserve fuel reserve: a narrow removable spout extends into any neck. Gasoline was poured into all cars from the same 5-liter canister. It is very convenient for storing a reserve fuel reserve: a narrow removable spout extends into any neck.
A five-liter test canister was poured into the tanks of cars in almost the same time - 2 minutes 10 seconds (plus or minus 3 seconds). Therefore, the seats were not placed in time, but for the convenience of the location and the method of opening the neck, the presence of a holder for the cork, etc.
The cars were divided into two camps - with a right- and left-sided neck. The "left" rightly ended up in their last positions, as it is not safe to refuel while standing on the roadway.
On the "Daewoo Nexia" electromechanical hatch lock. If the electricians fail, we open it by pulling the loop on the right side of the trunk trim (for clarity, part of the trim was removed)
On the "Daewoo Nexia" electromechanical hatch lock. If the electricians fail, we open it by pulling the loop on the right side of the trunk trim (for clarity, part of the trim was removed). On the "Daewoo Nexia" electromechanical hatch lock. If the electricians fail, we open it by pulling the loop on the right side of the trunk trim (for clarity, part of the trim was removed).
“Priore” with “Kalina” accrued penalty points due to the lack of any protection - there is no lock on the hatch or on the cork. What is worth some joker to fill a bucket of water in a tank ?!
Among the “right-wingers,” Logan has the last place, although it has a turnkey traffic jam. But you won’t leave such an attractive bunch to hang on the hatch. And you won’t put it in your pocket with the cork when you go to the cashier. Of course, the key can be removed, but this, you see, is an additional inconvenience.
A funnel with a wide nose is suitable only for Mazda, Mitsubishi and Ford
A funnel with a wide nose is suitable only for Mazda, Mitsubishi and Ford. A funnel with a wide nose is suitable only for Mazda, Mitsubishi and Ford.
If the tank is exhausted to dryness and air enters the fuel system, you will have to turn the starter longer than usual. To reduce the load on it, it is easy to pump the system in Kalina or Priore: with the ignition on, press the valve spool on the fuel rail and wait until gasoline goes without spitting (that means the air is out). Put rags downstream.
On other cars, there is no such valve at all or it is much more difficult to get to it. Well, with a diesel engine, it is better not to get into such situations at all, since “working in the air” harms a high-pressure pump. If this happens, be sure to bleed the fuel line using the built-in pump filter.
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CONVENIENCE OF FUEL FILLING
Suppose there is no reserve stock. It is unlikely to be easy to get gas from the donor’s tank (if the car is from a test dozen, and not a random truck): a filler pipe with many bends will not allow pushing the hose and reaching the cherished level (unless the donor tank is too tight).
In addition, an additional obstacle was discovered on all experimental cars - a maze or a net at the entrance to the tank. If you succeed, do not swallow gasoline, it is harmful to your health. It is good when there is a hose with a pear for pumping. You can also remove the hose from the fuel rail and, after turning on the ignition, fill the reserve tank with a regular gasoline pump. But isn’t it easier to crawl in tow to the nearest gas station?
GIVE THE ENDS
Two of the test cables are perhaps the most common: one equipped with hooks, the other with loops. Such ribbon cables are most often found in travel sets. The third cable is an ordinary rope. It is less convenient, since you need to be able to correctly bind it (one of the options is shown in the photo).
One of the many options for self-tightening knots: it is simple, but if the rope gets wet, it will be difficult to untie
One of the many options for self-tightening knots: it is simple, but if the rope gets wet, it will be difficult to untie. One of the many options for self-tightening knots: it is simple, but if the rope gets wet, it will be difficult to untie.
The steel cable is not involved in the test - it is not so popular because of the worst flexibility, greater rigidity and, if it has already managed to bristle with wires, the risk of injury.
Of course, you won’t be picky on the road, especially when you aren’t pulling. Sometimes, for the sake of salvation, seat belts were used - what can we say about a rough steel cable. If there is no choice, then know that towing detachable eyebolts are better suited for it than others. The “Corolla”, “three rubles” and “Logan” they have only the front, and the “Focus” with the “Lancer” and the front and rear. Tighten the eyebolts with force by inserting a balloon wrench into the eye.
If the machine is equipped with an automatic machine, carefully follow the operating instructions: when the engine is not running, towing is allowed only at low speed over short distances. The lever selector in this case takes the position N - "neutral".
Towing safety depends on the experience of both drivers. The presenter’s task is to move away from the place of the pretensioners, not to drive fast and not to brake sharply. When leaving for an intersection with an intense cross-flow, remember about the follower. The same goes for rebuilding in a stream. The slave must constantly keep the cable taut and, anticipating the traffic situation, brake first. For a better view, it is advisable to move a step to the lead. Both should be borne in mind: the engine of the driven car does not work, which means that the brake booster and steering do not work. And do not forget to turn on the emergency gang.
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The "competitors" here were distributed differently than in the gasoline test. The first place is at Kalina. Congratulations! But do not rush to rejoice for a compatriot: if she were not a civilian versatile person, but a hatchback in the Sport configuration, everything would have turned out not in her favor - because of other bumpers with maxi-skirts. You creep under such difficulty, but if you still catch the cable, you risk losing your fashionable body kit - the cable clinging to it will certainly cause trouble.
Places from the second to fifth with a minimum margin took "Accent", "Lancer", "Lacetti" and "Corolla". The latter was let down by a rear eyelet, suitable, in fact, only for a cable with hooks. Seats from sixth to eighth - in the "Prior", "Nexia" and "Logan."
The “Focus”, which took the ninth place, seemed to have no reason to go so low: the eyebolts are comfortable, the plugs in the bumpers are easy to pick up with the ignition key … But in order to get an eyebolt with a spray can (we use it to tighten the eye and fix the cable with loops), you need to take out the spare wheel, spending additional time.
In the last place is the Mazda, the rear eye of which is simply not designed for towing! This is clearly stated in the instruction manual. Of course, if misfortune happens, and you use it, but the company is not responsible for the consequences. The restrictions on the front eye that are prescribed in the instructions also look strange: towing is allowed only for short distances and on paved roads.
IN PLACES
1st place - “Lada Kalina” (station wagon)
It is easy to attach a cable with hooks, loops to the eyelets welded to the body, or tie an ordinary rope. It is more convenient to thread the loop of the cable from top to bottom, fixing it with a balloon wrench.
We fix the cable with loops with a can. To tow a ladder when towing, it is advisable to have an eye on the leading car on the left …
We fix the cable with loops with a can. To tow a ladder when towing, it is advisable to have an eye on the leading car on the left … We fix the cable with loops with a spray can. To tow a ladder when towing, it is advisable to have an eye on the leading car on the left …
… and on the Kalina she’s on the right. Therefore, as a host, Accent, Lacetti or Corolla is preferred
… and on the Kalina she’s on the right. Therefore, as a host, Accent, Lacetti or Corolla is preferred. … and on the Kalina she’s on the right. Therefore, as a host, Accent, Lacetti or Corolla is preferred.
2nd place - Hyundai Accent
The eyes welded on almost the longitudinal axis of the car accept any rigging, except that the knot on the rope at the back needs to be knitted closer so as not to rub on the bumper.
With such a loop fixation, the spray can’t go anywhere: they will not allow a slot in the power protection of the engine compartment
With such a loop fixation, the spray can’t go anywhere: they will not allow a slot in the power protection of the engine compartment. With such a loop fixation, the spray can’t go anywhere: they will not allow a slot in the power protection of the engine compartment.
When tightening the knot will shift to the eye and will not touch the “skirt” of the bumper. It’s inconvenient to untie: it’s far reaching
When tightening the knot will shift to the eye and will not touch the “skirt” of the bumper. It’s inconvenient to untie: it’s far reaching. When tightening the knot will shift to the eye and will not touch the “skirt” of the bumper. It’s inconvenient to untie: it’s far reaching.
3rd place - Mitsubishi-Lancer sedan
On a powerful removable eyebolt, it’s not just right to tow the Lancer along the road, but also, if necessary, to haul a crane, for example, from a swamp.
More likely to tear the body than the Lancer eyebolt! The plug in the bumper is on a leash, which is very convenient
More likely to tear the body than the Lancer eyebolt! The plug in the bumper is on a leash, which is very convenient. More likely to tear the body than the Lancer eyebolt! The plug in the bumper is on a leash, which is very convenient.
The back of the plug is just as good, but the eyebolt is screwed deeper, which makes the spray can for the cable with loops almost touch the bumper
The back of the plug is just as good, but the eyebolt is screwed deeper, which makes the spray can for the cable with loops almost touch the bumper. The back of the plug is just as good, but the eyebolt is screwed deeper, which makes the spray can for the cable with loops almost touch the bumper.
4th place - Chevrolet Lacetti, sedan
The "Lacetti" with its welded hinges is not demanding on the style of the "tie", but for fixing the loop in the rear eye, he prefers something shorter than his native spray can - it will scrape along the road.
If the cable with the loop is fixed in this way, the handle of the can will strike on the ground, and place it “lying down” - the key will drop out
If the cable with the loop is fixed in this way, the handle of the can will strike on the ground, and place it “lying down” - the key will drop out. If the cable with the loop is fixed in this way, the handle of the can will strike on the ground, and place it “lying down” - the key will drop out.
The rear eyelet of the "Lacetti" is farthest from the cut of the "skirt" of the bumper: 360 mm. To reach, you have to kneel
The rear eyelet of the "Lacetti" is farthest from the cut of the "skirt" of the bumper: 360 mm. To reach, you have to kneel. The rear eyelet of the "Lacetti" is farthest from the cut of the "skirt" of the bumper: 360 mm. To reach, you have to kneel.
5th place - Toyota Corolla sedan
"Toyota" - and suddenly as many as two eyebolts in front! Apparently, this is reliability above all else. You can fix any tug to them. Behind - stamped eye with sharp edges, the rope can be cut. A cable with a loop is difficult to adapt: a plastic shield on the bottom interferes.
It is more convenient to fix the loop in this way: the key will not fall out and the bumper will not be scratched
It is more convenient to fix the loop in this way: the key will not fall out and the bumper will not be scratched. It is more convenient to fix the loop in this way: the key will not fall out and the bumper will not be scratched.
Bracket for the rear eye - with sharp burrs that can cut through any textile cable
Bracket for the rear eye - with sharp burrs that can cut through any textile cable. Bracket for the rear eye - with sharp burrs that can cut through any textile cable.
6th-8th place - Lada Priora hatchback
The eyes are forever welded to the body - they, like fashionable eyebolts, certainly will not be lost. A cable with hooks is suitable without restrictions, with loops - only at the rear, because the bumper interferes with the front fixing. Accordingly, the rope knot will have to be made compact.
The front eye of the Priors is perhaps the most unsuccessful. Rather, the shape of the bumper is unsuccessful, because of which it was in tightness
The front eye of the Priors is perhaps the most unsuccessful. Rather, the shape of the bumper is unsuccessful, because of which it was in tightness. The front eye of the Priors is perhaps the most unsuccessful. Rather, the shape of the bumper is unsuccessful, because of which it was in tightness.
There are no complaints about the rear eye. It is a pity, however, that it is only on the right side of the car
There are no complaints about the rear eye. It is a pity, however, that it is only on the right side of the car. There are no complaints about the rear eye. It is a pity, however, that it is only on the right side of the car.
6–8 place - “Daewoo Nexia”
Nexia towing devices are finicky: you can hook onto two welded hinges in front with hooks or a simple rope, a loop is harder because it is difficult to fix the can. The rear eye is too high - any cable rubs against the bumper.
With the ear so located, the spray can constantly strives to fall out
With the ear so located, the spray can constantly strives to fall out. With the ear so located, the spray can constantly strives to fall out.
The rear eye is formally there, but it is unlikely to be able to use it without damaging the bumper
The rear eye is formally there, but it is unlikely to be able to use it without damaging the bumper. The rear eye is formally there, but it is unlikely to be able to use it without damaging the bumper.
6–8 place - Renault Logan
You can attach at least a hook, at least a loop, at least a rope to the front eye bolt. The hook does not fit to the rear eye: because of the thick bar of the eye, the hook carabiner does not snap.
Screwing the eyebolt in by hand, be sure to tighten it - so eliminate the shock load on the thread
Screwing the eyebolt in by hand, be sure to tighten it - so eliminate the shock load on the thread. Screwing the eyebolt in by hand, be sure to tighten it - so eliminate the shock load on the thread.
If the can is inserted in this way, it will not fall out and the bumper will not be scratched
If the can is inserted in this way, it will not fall out and the bumper will not be scratched. If the can is inserted in this way, it will not fall out and the bumper will not be scratched.
9th place - Ford Focus, hatchback
Simple and unsophisticated. The standard eye bolt is screwed in front or rear. You can attach anything to it. The only inconvenience - this bolt in the stowed position is hidden under the spare wheel.
There are no complaints about the eyes. Front and rear, they are located on the right side of the car
There are no complaints about the eyes. Front and rear, they are located on the right side of the car. There are no complaints about the eyes. Front and rear, they are located on the right side of the car.
The plugs in the bumpers for the eye bolt holes are easy to lose: they are completely removable
The plugs in the bumpers for the eye bolt holes are easy to lose: they are completely removable. The plugs in the bumpers for the eye bolt holes are easy to lose: they are completely removable.
10th place - Mazda-3 (sedan)
In front - a removable eyebolt, which fits almost any tugboat. There is an eye behind, but it is not designed to tow!
There are no complaints about the front eye: any of the test cables was hooked without problems
There are no complaints about the front eye: any of the test cables was hooked without problems. There are no complaints about the front eye: any of the test cables was hooked without problems.
But it is forbidden to drag other cars to the treshka, although there is an eye welded to the body
But it is forbidden to drag other cars to the treshka, although there is an eye welded to the body. But it is forbidden to drag other cars to the treshka, although there is an eye welded to the body.
We thank the representative offices of Toyota, Daewoo, Chevrolet and Mazda, as well as the club www.priorovod.ru for the cars provided for the test.
Dressing-towing: Meeting with ties
Igor Kozlov usually does not wear ties, but he learned to tie them by evaluating the towing eyes of ten popular cars in our market (ЗР, 2011, No. 2, 4).
FUEL CARD
Today, with a developed network of gas stations, it is unlikely to remain with an empty tank, however, this is possible. It’s too late to read morality: they had to stock up at least a two-liter plastic bottle in advance (convenient, by the way, a tank for a fuel reserve!). However, at the gas station you may not be poured into it - safety precautions prohibit. It doesn’t matter, fill it yourself, but not under the traffic jam! Leave about 5% of the air so that the bottle does not burst when heated - this rule applies to any sealed containers. It is unnecessary to remind that when refueling they do not smoke and do not shine with a burning match.
At some gas stations they don’t even fill in very convenient plastic canisters with the Gasoline brand (gasoline) on the sidewall, which are specially designed for fuel. It is useless to convince the operator that the car’s gas tank is made of similar plastic - it’s easier to find another gas station.
Do not fill the tank to the eyeballs, at most until the second gun cut-off. Конечно, при нагреве бак не разорвет, но, например, в «Хёндай-Акцент» топливо убежит по боковой трубке наливной горловины в адсорбер, а оттуда в двигатель. Известны случаи, когда из-за подобного, казалось бы, пустяка выгорал нейтрализатор.
Чтобы влить в бак резервный запас без воронки, потребуется известная сноровка: нужно отверткой или веточкой открыть верхний клапан горловины. На «Фокусе» с его беспробочной горловиной клапан с хитрецой, этот отверткой не откроешь. Зато в штатном комплекте есть переходник-открывалка - худо-бедно и воронкой послужит. И все же тем, кто выжигает бак досуха, желательно возить отдельную воронку с широким горлышком. Много места в багажнике она не займет, а удобства прибавит. Кстати, удобнее, когда верхняя кромка раструба загнута внутрь - так топливо не выплескивается. (В крайнем случае воронку легко сделать из той же пластиковой бутылки.) Но учтите, встречаются изделия с широким носиком и с узким. Первые влезают только в переходник «Фокуса», а также горловины «Лансера» и «Мазды-3».
На всякий пожарный уравняйте электростатику машины, емкости с топливом и себя родного: держа в одной руке канистру, другой коснитесь кузова.
Бывает, бак лопается. Трещину заделаем бензостойким клеем (ПВА, «Момент») или мылом. Опыт показывает: с «замыленным» бензобаком удастся преодолеть не один десяток километров.
Пятилитровую тест-канистру перелили в баки машин за почти одинаковое время - 2 минуты 10 секунд (плюс-минус 3 секунды). Поэтому места расставили не за время, а за удобство расположения и способ открытия горловины, наличие держателя для пробки и пр.
Машины поделили на два лагеря - с право- и левосторонним расположением горловины. «Левые» справедливо оказались на последних позициях, ведь заправляться, стоя на проезжей части, небезопасно.
«Приоре» с «Калиной» начислили штрафные очки из-за отсутствия какой-либо защиты - ни на лючке, ни на пробке нет замка. Что стоит какому-нибудь шутнику залить в бак ведро воды?!
Among the “right-wingers,” Logan has the last place, although it has a turnkey traffic jam. But you won’t leave such an attractive bunch to hang on the hatch. And you won’t put it in your pocket with the cork when you go to the cashier. Of course, the key can be removed, but this, you see, is an additional inconvenience.
If the tank is exhausted to dryness and air enters the fuel system, you will have to turn the starter longer than usual. To reduce the load on it, it is easy to pump the system in Kalina or Priore: with the ignition on, press the valve spool on the fuel rail and wait until gasoline goes without spitting (that means the air is out). Put rags downstream. On other cars, there is no such valve at all or it is much more difficult to get to it. Well, with a diesel engine, it is better not to get into such situations at all, since “working in the air” harms a high-pressure pump. If this happens, be sure to bleed the fuel line using the built-in pump filter.
Suppose there is no reserve stock. It is unlikely to be easy to take gas from the donor’s tank (if the car is from a test dozen, and not a random truck): a filler pipe with many bends will not allow pushing the hose and reaching the cherished level (unless the donor tank is too tight). In addition, an additional obstacle was discovered on all experimental cars - a maze or a net at the entrance to the tank. If you succeed, do not swallow gasoline, it is harmful to your health. It is good when there is a hose with a pear for pumping. You can also remove the hose from the fuel rail and, after turning on the ignition, fill the reserve tank with a regular gasoline pump. But isn’t it easier to crawl in tow to the nearest gas station?
GIVE THE ENDS
Two of the test cables are perhaps the most common: one equipped with hooks, the other with loops. Such ribbon cables are most often found in travel sets. The third cable is an ordinary rope. It is less convenient, since you need to be able to correctly bind it (one of the options is shown in the photo). The steel cable is not involved in the test - it is not so popular because of the worst flexibility, greater rigidity and, if it has already managed to bristle with wires, the risk of injury.
Of course, you won’t be picky on the road, especially when you aren’t pulling. Sometimes, for the sake of salvation, seat belts were used - what can we say about a rough steel cable. If there is no choice, then know that towing detachable eyebolts are better suited for it than others. The “Corolla”, “three rubles” and “Logan” they have only the front, and the “Focus” with the “Lancer” and the front and rear. Tighten the eyebolts with force by inserting a balloon wrench into the eye.
If the machine is equipped with an automatic machine, carefully follow the operating instructions: when the engine is not running, towing is allowed only at low speed over short distances. The lever selector in this case takes the position N - "neutral".
Towing safety depends on the experience of both drivers. The presenter’s task is to move away from the place of the pretensioners, not to drive fast and not to brake sharply. When leaving for an intersection with an intense cross-flow, remember about the follower. The same goes for rebuilding in a stream. The slave must constantly keep the cable taut and, anticipating the traffic situation, brake first. For a better view, it is advisable to move a step to the lead. Both should be borne in mind: the engine of the driven car does not work, which means that the brake booster and steering do not work. And do not forget to turn on the emergency gang.
The "competitors" here were distributed differently than in the gasoline test. The first place is at Kalina. Congratulations! But do not rush to rejoice for a compatriot: if she were not a civilian versatile person, but a hatchback in the Sport configuration, everything would have turned out not in her favor - because of other bumpers with maxi-skirts. You creep under such difficulty, but if you still catch the cable, you risk losing your fashionable body kit - the cable clinging to it will certainly cause trouble.
Places from the second to fifth with a minimum margin took "Accent", "Lancer", "Lacetti" and "Corolla". The latter was let down by a rear eyelet, suitable, in fact, only for a cable with hooks. Seats from sixth to eighth - in the "Prior", "Nexia" and "Logan."
The “Focus”, which took the ninth place, seemed to have no reason to go so low: the eyebolts are comfortable, the plugs in the bumpers are easy to pick up with the ignition key … But in order to get an eyebolt with a spray can (we use it to tighten the eye and fix the cable with loops), you need to take out the spare wheel, spending additional time.
