Cars & Transportation - 2 July 2006

2006-07-02 12:42:48 · 12 answers · asked by blueangel 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

I recently purchased a used car. It sat for quite some time. The mechanic told me that the vibration could be flat spots. I've driven it a couple of a hundred miles and the problem persists. I've also had the tires balanced with no apparent improvement. The car doesn't drift and the steering wheel is centered. Could this still be an alignment issue?

2006-07-02 12:39:18 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I have to say- I'm kind of sick and tired of taking my car into the shop "EVERY WEEK" litterally for six months now. So- Last week- I've been just driving it around! I fixed everything the mechanic said was wrong! Is anyone else driving with it on too? Or is it tough luck with me?

2006-07-02 12:36:25 · 13 answers · asked by roxylee11782 4 in Maintenance & Repairs

My 1998 Legacy coupe is the only one i know of. http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2049971/3

Ideas for my next project car would be:
-BMW 318 ti hatchback coupe with M5 motor transplant and forced induction.
-Oldsmobile Aurora front clip used as a 4.0L v8 Mid Engine chassis, custom front end, fibreglass body, open wheels in front.
-3000gt 6G72 single turbo awd motor in a 1991 eagle talon. It shares a transmission with the all wheel drive 4G63 engine origenally in the car. The only stretch is getting the alternator belts to clear the frame. I already have the dash removed to swap wiring harnesses.

I dont think I can decide. I already have the talon. Ah well.
More of a rant than a question? sources say yes.

2006-07-02 12:34:19 · 5 answers · asked by ThisJustin 5 in Subaru

77kmi, graphite gray, alloy wheels in great shape just replaced rotors,brakes, & pwr steering pump. Transmission, transfer casing, & rear end only have 6,000 mi on them. E-mail or call at vautiko@yahoo.com / 405-295-9007 / contact name is edwin.

2006-07-02 12:27:29 · 2 answers · asked by vautiko 2 in Buying & Selling

What do I need to do at the Court House? Title? Insurance?

2006-07-02 12:26:05 · 5 answers · asked by maddielexi4 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation

2006-07-02 12:23:38 · 7 answers · asked by wrench277 1 in Aircraft

i have 97 intrepid 3.5 liter. i've replaced rod bearings twice, and still they act as if there not getting oil, and it seems that valves may be sticking, due to lack of oil. I followed directions from haynes manual. this eng has been a nightmare. tho i'm no profesional mech., I'm confident i can fix this, just stumped and need help from a profesional, plz. i know rebuilding is only hope, but cant afford now. any way to get a few more miles out of it? I suspect eng main bearings may need to be replaced to restore eng oil pressure. according to what i have read. the eng. has enough pressure to make the oil light go off, and with the spark plugs removed, just cranking the eng. oil is pumped to the heads, noticed this when i primmed the pump before starting after first re-bearing. overheating caused the bearing to fail first time, am i missing something?

2006-07-02 12:20:06 · 6 answers · asked by ffcraig34 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

ineed to know the steps to take to clean up the motor and try to get it running

2006-07-02 12:11:44 · 3 answers · asked by robert f 1 in Boats & Boating

2006-07-02 11:46:33 · 17 answers · asked by sadus_misr 2 in Jeep

2006-07-02 11:33:29 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Ford

2006-07-02 11:33:29 · 8 answers · asked by frustrated 3 in Ford

2006-07-02 11:31:25 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Chevrolet

2006-07-02 11:30:17 · 6 answers · asked by Shug 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-07-02 11:28:28 · 5 answers · asked by reliant 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

What is the best way to service it.....By every 5000 miles or every year.

2006-07-02 11:25:33 · 1 answers · asked by mnsrl 1 in Honda

2006-07-02 11:22:51 · 3 answers · asked by franckie c 1 in Motorcycles

I don't want to buy another battery, but I have stripped the bolt hole on a side-post battery. Is there anything I can do/use to be able to tighten the cable to the battery?

2006-07-02 11:21:44 · 7 answers · asked by BRIAN 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

i want to sell a 1980 corvette. should i use ebay?

2006-07-02 11:18:15 · 7 answers · asked by kris 2 in Buying & Selling

2006-07-02 11:18:04 · 6 answers · asked by maddhatte 1 in Insurance & Registration

it ways exactly 3 o.z. so how much does it cost to mail it? in t,n? from carthage to nasville i know alot off yall dont know were carthage is but thats beside the point i need help please please help me

2006-07-02 11:16:31 · 4 answers · asked by Brittany 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation

I've only had petrol cars before so I need to know if there's any other thing I need to keep a check on. It's a renault megane 1.9 diesel. Anyone out there with the same make of car,it would be helpful if I could have some maintenance tips. Thanks.

2006-07-02 11:12:28 · 4 answers · asked by paddy 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-07-02 11:03:42 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Car Audio

2006-07-02 11:03:19 · 1 answers · asked by Angel N 1 in Car Audio

I know that all tests involve parallel parking and stop signs, but what else should I practice? The "notes" i was talking about were little things that many people may lose their licenses over, like stopping or going through a yellow light, crossing a little bit over a yellow line, etc....

2006-07-02 11:02:38 · 3 answers · asked by Chris 3 in Other - Cars & Transportation

I drive a 2001 Ford Focus LX Saloon, with a 1.6litre 16valve Zetec SE engine.

This is the first car I've owned thats had proper air conditioning, and now its got to the summer I'm starting to use it. Thing is, it doesnt seem to do very much at all. It doesnt seem any colder than having the ordinary fan on. On a hot day, it isnt until you've been driving for about 25mins that you actually get any cool air. Even then its not cold. So you have to have open windows instead.

Any ideas as to why this is? I've heard people talk about getting their air con 'charged'. What does this entail and would it help me? Is it an expensive proceedure?

Appreciate any help you can offer.
Cheers

2006-07-02 10:58:33 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-07-02 10:57:22 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

My job is in NJ, but I live in Philly. I must cross the river somehow, and going over the Walt Whitman or Benjamin Franklin bridges both charge $3 westbound each day. Is there a way to avoid the tolls?

2006-07-02 10:56:58 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Commuting

I have a 2001 Ford Escort ZX2 in which I owe about $1,600 on it still. We don't need the car, so what would I need to do in order to sell this car?

2006-07-02 10:55:29 · 8 answers · asked by truthteller4life 2 in Buying & Selling

i would like to know what it takes to become a car designer what classes do you have to take in colledge how many years and whats the best coledge to go to thanks for answering if you do

2006-07-02 10:55:25 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation