Cars & Transportation - 13 November 2006

I've read a great modification guide but am wondering what else to do. It's a manual and I'm at Stage !! now. I have a big K&N cone filter, removed all the A/C, removed interior, spare tire, and just loads of other "luxuries", dropped off all piping immediately after the catalytic converter few days a go, that helped alot and also got an electric fan but what else can I do cheap as possible? I have a boost controller but need a boost gauge and then I will install that to up it to probably a safe 9psi but anything else I should know before I do that or some hints?

2006-11-13 13:39:12 · 3 answers · asked by C.J. 2 in Nissan

I've been comparing some vehicles. I def like Mazda better than Honda from what i've read and seen. My question now is, what do you all prefer, AND what do you all (and maybe some higher up people who know the facts) consider is better...Mazda 6 or Mazda 3.

I initially decided on Mazda 3. However, I've ridden in my friends car (a Honda Accord) and another vehicle (an older honda Civic) (both were 4 doors) and I noticed I like the roomier accord moreso than the civic. I was told Mazda 6 to Mazda 3 is as Honda Accord to Honda Civic.

Here's come info I've found:
Mazda 6 i Grand Touring (loaded)=$24,935
Mazda 3 s Grand Touring (loaded w/o navigation system)=$23,025

*the above WITH the navigation system is $24,775-still cheaper than the 6.
In both of these, I'll have everything I want and then some. A few differences that could sway me are mpg (is better w/ the 3 than the 6), and room (there is more in the 6 than in the 3).

Which is better all around??

2006-11-13 13:35:27 · 10 answers · asked by apostolicgem 2 in Mazda

In my Sunfire when I turn the wheel to turn the car either direction I hear a clunking noise. The noises is more prominent when I turn the wheel to the left, but it is also there when I turn it to the right. Can someone please help me diagnose this problem?
Thanks

2006-11-13 13:32:18 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 1975 chevy truck,3/4 ton, 350. the tranny has a DRIVE and a LOW 1 thats all, what are some good ways to burnout good

2006-11-13 13:24:10 · 8 answers · asked by wheels47012 3 in Chevrolet

I am getting ready to buy a used car, I wanted to know out of all the companies out there what make gets the most life out of the engine and tranny?..I'm not looking for MPG stats, more along the lines of: "is it true toyota gets into the high 200,000 miles before it dies?" and other such info.
thanks

2006-11-13 13:20:18 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Buying & Selling

I have 97 Gallant. We replaced the harmonic balancer b/c it went out. The car would start before we changed the part (couple of months ago) after replacing the harmonice balancer it will not start. The car will turn over but will not start. We changed the spark plug and spark plug wires, checked the fuses. Almost everything we could think of. The spark plugs and wires all work. We used some starter fluid to try and get it to start, but it didn't. We were told that the car could have jumped timing or it could be the fuel pump. Could it be either of these or is there something I haven't thought about?

2006-11-13 13:20:01 · 3 answers · asked by Jessica T 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

Lost tool to remove where can I find one??

2006-11-13 13:17:54 · 9 answers · asked by Peter M 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-11-13 13:17:38 · 15 answers · asked by yungg721 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

I need to get my rear brakes replaced (yeah both). Mechanic said its been running on METAL on METAL whatever that means.. he said it's about $225 parts and labor for both plus tax ofcourse. Also i just had my ABS rings replaced for both brakes in front and it cost me $380 parts and labor am i getting ripped off???? i live in los angeles

2006-11-13 13:17:31 · 1 answers · asked by CDM 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

ok while putting on my new flowmaster muffler i sprung a leak where the header connects to a Y pipe on the right side. My friend said it was a donut gasket that needed to be replaced. Will this cost a lot to fix????

2006-11-13 13:16:48 · 2 answers · asked by john 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 1999 Calillac Deville, recently I had problems with battery\alternator, I took it to a mechanic friend, he replaced it with another alternator, next day I experienced worse problems, car was dead, then took it to a Cadillac dealership,first they asked for an analysis fee for $110, which I agrred,next day they called and said they need to put a new battery to check and see the problem, price $ 180 installed,, I agreed to this too,following day they called and said they need to put a new good "Cadillac" brand alternator, price is $ 960, and then they said they will check to see if there are other problems,, my question is, am I stuck ? how much really an alternator cost with labor? thanks for your advices,

2006-11-13 13:16:19 · 10 answers · asked by jonatan3 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-11-13 13:16:17 · 6 answers · asked by gidget 1 in Honda

would it push a 16 foot flatboat? i'm not talking fast, just don't want to strain the motor..the water i hunt on can get rough and choppy, strong current..

2006-11-13 13:13:01 · 4 answers · asked by jstrmbill 3 in Boats & Boating

2006-11-13 13:12:37 · 11 answers · asked by yungg721 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

Rear exhuast coming out white smoke.... sometimes have alot, sometimes abit only..........

2006-11-13 13:11:24 · 8 answers · asked by Alex W 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

why was this aircraft manufactured?

2006-11-13 13:06:55 · 8 answers · asked by Candy 1 in Aircraft

I have a 2003 BMW 330Ci with sports and performance packages. I test drove the Infiniti G35 and Porsche Carrera 911. None of them matched up to this BMW in acceleration. The specifications say that the G35's 0-60mph are faster. Can anyone tell me the 0-60mph time on the 2003 BMW 330Ci with sports & performance packages (automatic transmission)? Thank you.

2006-11-13 13:05:01 · 4 answers · asked by kp.eric 2 in BMW

2000 Mits Montero Sport. Steering wheel shakes between 50-55 mph. No other time, it doesn't matter if I am accelerating, decelarating or braking. The alignment is correct. The mechanic said the tires are 'out of round' and cannot be balanced. I have Yokohama tires that have nearly all of their tread. No weird tread wear on any of the tires. It seems odd. Also, the anti lock brake light is on, even though the brakes are good. Mechanic said that is a switch problem. Also, the 4 wheel drive indicator is blinking even though I am in 2x4. When I shift into 4x4 it stays lit steady and four wheel drive is engaged.

2006-11-13 13:04:43 · 6 answers · asked by tjadam2 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I think the color of my skin is why i get pulled over all the time and i always get a ticket. Does anybody out there have the same problem as me if tell me.

2006-11-13 13:04:29 · 8 answers · asked by Logi Bear 1 in Insurance & Registration

2006-11-13 13:00:12 · 8 answers · asked by yungg721 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

does anyone out there know?

2006-11-13 12:58:14 · 6 answers · asked by djslikk_33_m 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I was driving it when it broke. Not sure if I did any other damage internally to the motor but what is the best way to find out after I replace the belt?

2006-11-13 12:56:37 · 2 answers · asked by martin1170_2 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-11-13 12:53:20 · 4 answers · asked by ALBERT R 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

i already brought this but i just want to know what people think,
worth buying? think somthing dodgy with it that i havn't noticed? been put on ebay twice by 2 diffrent sellers but both are selling it with legit reasons. has recently passed mot in july so should be ok.

i no i dont get the in car entertainment inside the car but the looks is what i get. original interea installed.

what u think people?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=200045482437&ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:IT&ih=010

2006-11-13 12:48:31 · 8 answers · asked by Ben 3 in Peugeot

2006-11-13 12:45:57 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in GMC

my mechanic has had my jeep for 3 weeks,all i wanted him to do was install a new temp Guage a new electric fan and a new HEI distributor... should it really take 3 weeks...

2006-11-13 12:45:13 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

My 80 trans am has a 4.6 and is turbo charged. Its only rated at about 150 hp. Its slow and guttles for a V8 and eats gas like crazy. Does anyone know if they make chips for these, or a turbo booster enhancer? What can I do without having to take the engine out to ad more hp to it. Did they come with restricters or governors? Will adjusting the timing work? Anyone with suggestions please help.

2006-11-13 12:44:09 · 7 answers · asked by rlld23 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-11-13 12:39:48 · 9 answers · asked by djnatura 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2006-11-13 12:36:23 · 6 answers · asked by ALBERT R 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

The front wheels do not have lockers. Could this be the problem?

2006-11-13 12:35:49 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Jeep