Cars & Transportation - 15 March 2007

I have a ford ranger needing about 1000 dollars worth of work done including tune up and tires. My budget is slim but I can afford a new car with conditions. Payments will go from $0 to $300 a month and insurance will go from $72 to $200 a month so I'm going to have to ask my parents to pick up the tab for only my insurance, not cool. But a new Dodge Caliber or VW Rabbit? Very cool.

2007-03-15 09:02:54 · 4 answers · asked by dh 4 in Buying & Selling

is it good or bad car??

2007-03-15 09:02:45 · 2 answers · asked by Mahmoud A 1 in GMC

Van 1/ Fiat Doblo Cargo 2/Renault Kangoo 3/ Citroen Berlingo ether petrol or diesel second hand 2 to 4 years old or any other type? Many Thanks

2007-03-15 09:01:13 · 4 answers · asked by steamman20002000 2 in Other - Car Makes

If I get plenty of adequate information this will decide which I purchase

2007-03-15 08:59:33 · 6 answers · asked by dh 4 in Other - Car Makes

My Car amp, A CRUNCH AMP PZI2250, has a red light and i dont know how to fix the problem i already deisconnected everything and reconnected them but the subs connected wont start....HELP...Im trying to get this done before my birth day.

2007-03-15 08:58:21 · 5 answers · asked by a_perez317 2 in Car Audio

How do I get my ex-husband's name off of my car title? He has signed the front of the title. At the same time, I need to change my last name on the title. What do I do?

2007-03-15 08:56:44 · 1 answers · asked by mykidsrsaints 3 in Insurance & Registration

I want to change to originals to radials. I also want the wide white walls.

2007-03-15 08:56:21 · 6 answers · asked by glenn j 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

were the same but i thought peugeots were better, anyone know?

2007-03-15 08:53:50 · 7 answers · asked by DAN.C. 1 in Other - Car Makes

My car is a 98' Toyota Cellica GT Convertable. Over the years occasionally my car will idle low and shut off reguardless of the weather. I have taken it to my mechanic (who has been working on our family cars for 20 years so it is not a case of a bad mechanic) however when I brought it in he was never able to find the problem. I have had the idol intake valve changed and the pcv valve changed out. My car is always up to date on scheduled maintenance. In the past few weeks I have had to give my car a little gas (with out reving the engine) until it is warm then it runs fine however this is EVERY time I start my car now. Once the car is warm it runs like new, and I have no problems when I have to stop and sit idle. I recently had a full diagnostic done on the car at 3 different shops and my car has come back with a fully clean record. Does anyone know what may cause this? A sensor maybe? What do I need to do to get my car working properly. Your help is greatly apreciated.

2007-03-15 08:50:50 · 7 answers · asked by shadowsthathunt 6 in Maintenance & Repairs

When it's really hot and your car is parked outside, there is a line of sight remote auto starter.You just leave your A/C button "ON" In the winter you just leave your heater control "ON" I had one 7 years ago, but I moved and gave the car to my Son. He said it must have been uninstalled and the unit was taken. I've tried looking at some retail after market auto stores but can't find one in "Thailand" (really hot here). They make them in China. If anyone knows an auto parts mfgr, or Distributor web site in China or how can I find a listing of Chinese Web sites that translate to English, you can be my guest in Pattaya, Thailand. I have a private 4 rm guesthouse on my property 15 minutes from the beach...Really!

2007-03-15 08:49:47 · 3 answers · asked by Alligator Al 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

My diesel car has a trip computer. When driving at 80 mph (not in the UK, obviously) the fuel consumption is ~40 mpg.
When driving at 60 mph, ~70 mpg.
Surley, to cut carbon dioxide emmissions, the national speed limit should be reduced to 60 mph on motorways, and enforced?

2007-03-15 08:49:21 · 22 answers · asked by lulu 6 in Other - Cars & Transportation

im just unsure.

2007-03-15 08:49:19 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Buying & Selling

2007-03-15 08:48:40 · 4 answers · asked by twistin_me_melon_man 1 in Safety

hi my 98 mk3 astra heater fan has stopped working on the first 2 settings and the last 2 settings work fully. I have put a meter on the switch for a quick test and i get a connection from 1-4 on the switch so im stuck, im reading about the motor resistor and wondered if it could be that. interestingly all 3 centre panel bulbs have blown to. cheers for any help..pj

2007-03-15 08:48:15 · 10 answers · asked by linkavage c 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

any one has a pinto or a maverick they want to sale? i want to put a 5.0 in one!

2007-03-15 08:46:51 · 3 answers · asked by keith f 2 in Ford

Just replaced the heater valve on my jeep (last one had a leak)...but the engine coolant is still disappearing FAST..even though I can't find aa leak now. I'm not sure if I hooked it up correctly..any ideas???

2007-03-15 08:46:25 · 1 answers · asked by redmercury82 2 in Jeep

which of these 2 vehicles would win 0 -200 ? how about a 50mph roll to 200 ? imagine that you removed the top speed limiter from the ninja zx14...take into consideration the ninja zx14 really only makes like 175hp at the rear wheel, and with a full take of gas and an average size person it weighs well over 600 pds...take weight and rear wheel horsepower into consideration with the buggatti as well...after taking these into consideration i calculated that the bike has a slightly better hp to weight ratio, but a slightly lower torque to weight ratio...i think it would be really close, idk...what do you think ? o and obviously imagine professionals are racing...

2007-03-15 08:45:08 · 6 answers · asked by xbr733 2 in Motorcycles

i have a 1964 olds jetstar 88 its in tip top running shape. but i need a front spinle for it now that my shaft on it is bent! can anyone help me in finding one? no i don't want to switch it to disc brakes trying to keep it original so i can sell it.

2007-03-15 08:44:12 · 3 answers · asked by keith f 2 in Chevrolet

I was recently pulled over for no seat belt and was unable to show proof of insuranceand so when i go in to pay my fine I have to show proof but at the time of getting pulled over I had no insurance from the start but the following day I went and put insurance on my vehicle, what does the court look at when bringing proof in, is it the date it went into affect and what could be my reason for my insurance going into affect the day after my violation and would they catch it

2007-03-15 08:43:30 · 5 answers · asked by kathy21302005 2 in Safety

please include price list

2007-03-15 08:42:14 · 4 answers · asked by puds 1 in Fiat

Just a quick question. Where is the spare tire in a 540 i?

2007-03-15 08:42:02 · 2 answers · asked by fish lips 3 in BMW

2007-03-15 08:37:50 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 1985 Ford Ranger and the dashboard lights, emissions and brake, are always on. Does anyone know how to find out where the problem is for the two. How do I fix whatever is causing them to stay on. The brake light stays on even when the e-brake is off and i have no idea why the emissions light is on. Can any one help?

2007-03-15 08:36:47 · 3 answers · asked by Sean P 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

If you drive fast you'll get to your destination quicker? But if you drive slow maybe it'll save more gas until you hit "empty" on your car?

2007-03-15 08:33:21 · 15 answers · asked by Darp_L 1 in Commuting

where can i download an oyster card application from the internet or where can i get one if it's not downloadable

2007-03-15 08:30:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Rail

2007-03-15 08:28:56 · 8 answers · asked by Triptium 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

4x4. Already remove caliper, now I just can't figure out what to do next. Is the rotor screw in or what's holding it in place. Local auto parts guy said it should slide off?

2007-03-15 08:26:40 · 4 answers · asked by pimperro 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I got new spark plugs, wires and coil packs and its still doing the same thing! the check engine light is on and the error reads "misfire #4" but i just had the sparkplugs done! someone please help!

2007-03-15 08:26:28 · 6 answers · asked by kdior03 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I'm thinking we should. Let me tell you about yesterday:

I went to go to the bank to make a deposit, then on the way home the transmission went out in my van. I puttered all the way home at 5mph or less, while cars behind me honked and cut around me.

When I got home, I called the transmission shop (since a tranny is the only thing I can't work on) and the repairman told me my car isn't worth repairing.

I called another shop, and that guy will told me he cannot quote me a price until he has removed the transmission from the vehicle to inspect it...which will cost me $175 labor.

I told him he was a phallus, and he hung up on me.

Welcome to my world. So...does anyone here know how hard it is to swap out an A413 transmission on a Chrysler K-car? Maybe I can find a rebuilt one somewhere and put it in myself. I'm no stranger to car repairs. I can easily swap CV axles, replace motor mounts, and overhaul a simple engine while it's still in the vehicle.

2007-03-15 08:24:46 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Chrysler

This is considering there is no accidents just normal conjestion in LA area. Sometimes I notice the semi trucks are gaining distance from me when Im in the fast lane. Does anyone else notice this?

2007-03-15 08:24:41 · 7 answers · asked by Mike 4 in Commuting