Month: March 2013

Since our receipt from visiting the Everglades National Park in Homestead was good for 7 consecutive days, we went back to the park again to check out the Shark Valley Visitor Center in Miami, FL. To view my pictures from the trip, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Shark Valley Visitor Center Pictures – Miami, FL

One of our favorite places to visit in Corona Del Mar is the Sherman Library & Botanical Gardens on PCH a short walk from the beach. Check out my pictures from the visit by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Sherman Library & Gardens Pictures – Corona Del Mar, CA

The rear brake pads of a third generation Toyota RAV4 tend to last about twice as long as the front pads or anywhere from 80,000 to over 100,000 miles depending on your driving conditions. To view my complete guide to the procedure, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Toyota RAV4 Rear Brake Pads Replacement Guide

The iridium tipped OEM spark plugs of a 3rd generation 2006 to 2012 Toyota RAV4 should last 100,000 miles. But their condition should be checked before that time if only to ensure that they do not become frozen in the cylinder head. For my complete DIY guide to the procedure, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Toyota RAV4 2.5L I4 Engine Spark Plugs Replacement Guide

If you’ve been hearing a squeaking, grinding or squealing sound coming from the front of your 3rd generation RAV4 when you press on the brake pedal, you probably need to replace the front brake pads. To view my complete guide to the procedure, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Toyota RAV4 Front Brake Pads Replacement Guide