The Smartimes Magazine Is Back
June 29, 2008
Smartimes Magazine, an international publication providing news, views and product information about the Smart Car, is under new management and will re-launch July 2008, with all new issues and a fresh look.
The magazine, founded in the U.K and first published in April 2003, has a rich history of being one of the best and most comprehensive trade publications because it is produced by smart car owners for smart car owners. That will not change.
I have included the following paragraphs to give you some direction and guidance as to how we will structure the magazine going forward.
The following is what we plan to provide for our readers in upcoming issues.
Smart News:
A starter section for readers containing the latest breaking news stories and photos of Smart Car happenings all over the world.
Smart Talk:
A section composed of stories by contributors that will be of keen interest to our readers. These stories will reflect the enthusiasm shared by the worldwide community of Smart Car owners. They will be educational and entertaining for the reader.
Smart Class:
A section with information and photos submitted by readers featuring innovative or out-of-the-ordinary Smart Cars and their owners.
How Smart:
A how-to section containing technical information about the Smart Car from some of the top automotive engineers in the world.
Product Reviews
Other possibilities:
A regional section containing information from each of the largest Smart Car markets in the world, including Canada, the U.K., the U.S., Europe, Asia and Australia.
A question and answer section for readers.
A diary section containing anecdotes about memorable moments in the life of a Smart Car owner submitted by our readers.
Regards,
The Smartimes Team
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How To Replace A Smart Car Air Filter
June 28, 2008
For the purposes of this “how to “ we are using a K&N filter, however the process will be the same for all replacement types.
It is IMPORTANT that you read and follow the instructions that are supplied with the Air Filter you are attempting to fit.
1. Open boot and lift the carpet covering the engine lid.[pay]
2. Undo the Dzus fastener on the engine bay cover by turning anti clockwise and remove lid.
3. In the left hand corner of the engine bay you will see a black plastic lid held in by four clips.
This is the air box lid
4. To remove the clips use a flat blade screwdriver to “flick” the edges of the clips away from the air box.
5. Lift the air box lid out.
6. You will see an air filter, held in by a plastic sliding mount, Push this mount towards the front of the car and this will allow you to remove the filter by pulling it forward and then upwards.
7. You can then place your replacement filter into the air box by fitting the filter onto the mount at the back of the air box first and then sliding the movable mount back onto the filter.
8. Replace the air box lid and make sure all clips are fitted correctly.
Re fit the engine bay cover and tighten the Dzus fastener carefully.
9. Re fit the engine bay cover and tighten the Dzus fastener carefully.
10.Re fit the carpet.[/pay]
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How To De-Lip a Smart Air Intake
June 28, 2008
This simple modification to a Smart car quite simply increases the airflow into the engines air box and is undoubtedly the cheapest performance modification. For those that have fitted a sports air filter of any description this mod will in crease its efficiency.
1. The first step is to remove the air intake and this can easily be done with a flat bladed screwdriver and a little masking tape. Affix the tape to the bodywork at the side of the vent and carefully insert the screwdriver in order to lever off the air intake, taking car not to scratch neither intake or the bodywork. You can also use a little tape on the screwdriver blade.
2. Once you have removed the intake you will need to separate it into it is two component parts this can be done from either the front or the rear of the intake taking car not to break the three tabs that hold the front cover of the intake in place.[pay]
3. Once the intake is open, the offending lip (two lips on earlier cars) becomes visible. There are several ways of removing this but my preferred method is by using a pair of square nosed pliers to break it off.
4. Once the lip is (lips are) removed use a little coarse sandpaper or a Dremel style grinder to smooth the rough edges.
5. Once the inside of the intake feels smooth simply clip front cover back onto the vent and firmly push it back onto the car ensuring that it is fully home (you will feel it click into place) and the pipe leading to the air box is centred and connected to the vent.
6. Now treat your car to a decent sports (K&N/Pipercross etc) air filter.
This information is provided for guidance and doe’s not constitute official mechanics instructions. Smartimes can take no responsibility for damage or misfitting. Use of this guide is at your own risk.[/pay]
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June 27, 2008
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Smartimes Merchandise Coming Soon
June 26, 2008
This section of the site will soon be dedicated to our new merchandise line. We are working on some very exciting product lines which will showcase the passion and enthusiasm that the smart car community has.
Please keep checking for news and updates.
Regards,
The Smartimes Team
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Watch This Space!
June 24, 2008
The all new Smartimes review section is on it’s way.
Over the next few weeks we will be updating our online database with reviews for everything from Products, Companies, Website and more.
All reviews will be based off of independent customer experiences, in-depth investigation and real world experiences.
So watch this space and if you have something to say wether it be good, bad or indifferent let us know because the smart community needs your feedback.
Regards,
The Smartimes Team
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June 23, 2008
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June 23, 2008
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June 23, 2008
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June 23, 2008
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