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    If something is rated at 2 Amp, what does that mean?

    As oposed to voltage. If you supply a higher voltage, this kills the device. It doesn't "draw" only the voltage required.
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    If something is rated at 2 Amp, what does that mean?

    My car sat nav is rated at 1A. I have a usb adaptor to put in my car fag lighter which is rated at 2A. Is that 2A the output of the USB, or is the 2A the maximum that can be drawn through the USB by the Sat Nav.
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    Post one tip you have been given by someone in the trade.

    In my last few MOT's i have had brake caliper sticking issues. I asked my local mechanic about this. His reply. "Every now and then, find a bit of quiet road, speed up to 60 mph (ish) and slam the brakes on. Do this a few times" He reckons that people using their gears to slow down, and a...
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    Anyone own more than one car.

    Hi I have both an A3 2.0tdi and a 316 compact. However, the 316 spends most of its time in the garage (at home), and with a cost of £700 to insure, tax and MOT i'm starting to think, whats the point. Shame really as its a great car, and i've owned it nearly 8 years, but for economy the Audi wins...