Cars & Transportation - 8 March 2007

The drive time changes with the temp out side if it is coulder out the longer it gos. it has a new trans,catalytic's,and new 02 sencers. My scaner dosent say enyting is rong even when it is faling with the scaner conected. has gas spark etc. some days while you are driving if you floor it it does nothing.

2007-03-08 12:40:04 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-03-08 12:38:59 · 5 answers · asked by jim h 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

When a dealer says a car is a beater "Just buy it and drive it." What Does That mean???

2007-03-08 12:38:33 · 8 answers · asked by marymouse26 2 in Buying & Selling

The problem started out with not having tail lights and interior dash lights. The head lights were still working. The brake lights still work. I was told by an experienced mechanic of many years that the problem could be the head light switch. Any ideas anyone? I would appreciate them!

2007-03-08 12:37:57 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I had a nail one of my quad tires, I took it to discount tire and they plugged it for free, how long will this keep it sealed? Is it a pernament fix/?

2007-03-08 12:35:00 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

(Sidebar: I drive a 1996 Camaro, 3.8 v6)
To make a long story short, I was involved in a 55mph side impact back in October of 2006, on the passenger side. I had to deal with some shady bodyshop chosen by my parents (and because the insurance company claimed they were very dependable). As soon as I got my car back, I kept noticing this loud rattling sound from under the passenger seat, under the car. I figured it was the catilic converter and had the owner of the body shop look at it. Another long story short, insurance company refused to fix it because "there's no way to tell that it was accident-related". Funny how it never started
until AFTER the wreck though, huh? Anyway, today I got in my car (it's a 5-speed) and as I back up I heard a loud "knock" from under my car. I started driving and the knocking became so loud and was hitting from under the car SO HARD, that it made my stick shift move and I could even feel the vibrations under me. What could this be? Help!

2007-03-08 12:31:44 · 15 answers · asked by Krystal D 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

What are the advantages and disadvantages? I ahve an R12 system now, is it worth it to change over and how much would it be?

2007-03-08 12:29:49 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

If i leave the gas tank until it is almost on "E" before I fill up, is that bad? Would it cause harm to the engine? I keep hearing rumors that if the gas is too low it would clog the fuel injectors. how true is this?

2007-03-08 12:28:31 · 10 answers · asked by uranium_2001 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

we have had a mechanic ( personal friend) do all the diagnostic checks on it. Fuel pump, o2 sensor etc. etc. any ideas what it could be?!?

2007-03-08 12:26:24 · 4 answers · asked by malissa_pavlik 1 in Mitsubishi

I have tried to fix this squeaking noise several times.. just took my car in (its a 99 eclipse) and the mechanic said that even though my belts were good they were getting dirty because there was no shield on the bottom of my car and so salt and dirt and such were getting on my belts... he said i would have to order a splash shield, BUT then he cleaned my belts with this spray and they still made the noise again... he said once the shield is on and they really clean the belts it will stop.. do you think this is right? the last time i took it in the mechanic told me it wasnt the belts but i forget what he said but he was young and said it was something he also has on his car and he doesnt fix it because its expensive and not really damaging the car.... also, the squeaking starts again sometimes while i drive and sometimes i can control it by letting off the gas or turning off the heat and the noise is really bad when its raining out. sorry i know this is confusing butanyadvicewould help

2007-03-08 12:19:00 · 12 answers · asked by ... 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

What is the search time frame for a car to be considered loss for insurance reimbursement in California? I am buying a new car and considering my insurance policy option and also thinking if I truly need a LoJack.

2007-03-08 12:18:47 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Insurance & Registration

3 speed automatic.

2007-03-08 12:17:28 · 2 answers · asked by kknipp345 1 in Dodge

I have a 1995 Acura Integra and it is Dark green and....well i would like to know what color of rims would look best if any...please post your opinions

2007-03-08 12:14:07 · 10 answers · asked by nathanshoun3 1 in Acura

i crashed my car and front left blinker doesnt work i was wonderin if a cop can pull you over and fine you for that???

2007-03-08 12:11:13 · 9 answers · asked by andy87lam 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-03-08 12:10:18 · 2 answers · asked by booyaa684 2 in Safety

i got 150 gallons of oil on monday today is thursday and im out. is this possible

2007-03-08 12:08:48 · 4 answers · asked by ynot1277 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

2007-03-08 12:02:39 · 4 answers · asked by Brandon 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

2007-03-08 12:02:21 · 2 answers · asked by Gary C 2 in Insurance & Registration

I have a 1992 Jeep Cherokee. Recently it started vibrating whenever I accelerate. The vibrations are bad when I start accelerating and continue to varying degrees at different speeds. Sometimes the vibrations will go away almost completely and stay away as long as I maintain that speed. But once I change speeds the vibrations return.

It feels like the body of the Jeep is vibrating, not necessarily the engine. There are no vibrations when I'm idling. The whole Jeep vibrates, but it is worse in the rear. I suspect that it may be my tires, as their treads are right at 2/32", but I want to be sure before I drop $500 on tires. Any thoughts on what this problem could be? Thanks for the ideas.

2007-03-08 11:55:00 · 14 answers · asked by Two Covenants 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I'm trying to remove a poor quality Powder Coat off of a car frame that I have... Does anyone know how I can remove the powder coating off of the frame?

2007-03-08 11:54:30 · 3 answers · asked by Alex 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

-Does one need a license to ride a dirt bike?
-Is healthcare/insurance needed to ride?
-(Just a side note) What about motorcycles? What does one need to ride them?

2007-03-08 11:52:48 · 6 answers · asked by zantaff 2 in Motorcycles

my daughter is 14 years old and is disabled we need a van with a lift but i have bad credit and low income can anyone help us i really don't know what else to do i can't get approved because of bad credit and low income and we don't have any family who can help us and we need this very bad my daugter had surgery in october and it is very painful for her to be picked up and put into the car now and also her chair wieghes 300 pounds and it is very hard for me to load on carrier on back of the car also if it rains were not able to go anywhere. and i myself just had surgery on my neck but no matter what i will always do what has to be done we just need some help please .

2007-03-08 11:49:26 · 6 answers · asked by regina c 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

My son just bought an 84 F150 pick up. It had been hotwired and stolen, so the steering column had been compromised. The truck can be started, but will not shut off with the key. He replaced the ignition swith, but the problem still exists. Not sure if it is in the key switch somewhere, or in the wiring down the column. Anyone have any ideas? Suggestions? Thanks

2007-03-08 11:48:13 · 7 answers · asked by willcoxred 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I can put gas down through the air filter hoses to the injecters and it will run for a few seconds

2007-03-08 11:48:09 · 10 answers · asked by kevinspooner1 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I can put gas down through the air filter hoses to the injecters and it will ru for a few seconds

2007-03-08 11:44:53 · 3 answers · asked by kevinspooner1 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-03-08 11:40:30 · 8 answers · asked by bridget 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

-Does one NEED professional training?
-What are the steps to build up to pro/semi-pro racing?
-What are some expenses?

2007-03-08 11:39:14 · 3 answers · asked by zantaff 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation

Occasionally, after starting my vehicle in the morning, there is no engagement when I shift from Park to Drive or Park to Reverse. My van just sits there. After a few minutes, it will finally lurch into drive and everything runs smoothly after that. I'm guessing this is a transmission problem, but does anyone have an idea just what kind? Am I looking at a minor repair or a total overhaul? I'm not hearing any strange noises and my fluid levels are good.

2007-03-08 11:36:27 · 12 answers · asked by Veritas 7 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have enough money to buy one but they think I can’t handle it. They won’t even let me buy myself a Dirt bike because it is ‘too dangerous’. I’m 17. How can I persuade them to let me ride at least a dirt bike?

2007-03-08 11:36:09 · 10 answers · asked by zantaff 2 in Motorcycles

besides ebay and junkyards, does anybody know where to find parts for this car?

2007-03-08 11:34:49 · 2 answers · asked by BRANWILL 2 in Subaru