Is it a good idea to wear latex gloves when I touch computer parts ? Or will a brief touch on the metal case take care of the static electricity ? Or better yet : combine the two : touch the case then put on gloves. I don't have a wrist strap to ground myself and I already ruined a RAM module because of static, so I was wondering if gloves will insulate my body from the computer and also protect the chips from the oil naturally found on the skin.
All the comparison tests I've seen show that all helmets protect about the same. You pay more for comfort, features, and less weight. So long as a helmet fits you right and is comfortable, it's all you need.
No problem. You can't harm the water pump. Have the cooling system flushed when you install the new radiator for sure. Also put in a new thermostat and hoses and make sure the reservoir is clean and the small port at it's base where the overflow hose from the radiator neck attaches, is not plugged. Also, make sure the heater valve is fully open when flushing.
There is two ratings to look for: DOT and SNELL If the helmet has both of those certifications? The price does not matter as when it comes to safety, they will perform the same. So if you get a $80 DOT/Snell helmet, it will protect the same as a $600 DOT/Snell helmet. Likewise a $60 DOT helmet, will provide the same safety as a $500 DOT helmet. (It is more than likely the more expensive you go, they all have DOT and Snell. You will really only find non-Snell in the cheaper helmets.) All of the real cost comes in the bells and whistles that make a helmet more desirable, marketable, comfortable etc. So it will still protect you, but it might have a cool design, a cool graphic, better padding, noise reduction, unique clasps or clip in visors, better ventilation, etc.
