Cars & Transportation - 26 April 2007

Every driver knows that stilettos or platform shoes are dangerous while driving.
But a recent study also considered "pointed-toe shoes" and "cowboy-boots" as inappropriate footwear, as they can hinder braking. These shoes are usually low-heeled and do not have any thick soles. So why are they a hazard?

2007-04-26 03:45:40 · 4 answers · asked by rmc06000 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

2007-04-26 03:44:58 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Aircraft

The starter motor in my VW Polo has died, I don't have the money for a brand new part (I'm a poor masters student) and was wondering whether any other cars shared the same starter motor so I could pick one up from a scrap yard. There aren't too many (none that I've found!!) 1.9D polos around. I'm fairly certain that it shares the same engine as the Mk III Golf 1.9 Diesel but without the turbo, can anyone confirm this, and are there any others??

Many thanks in advance

2007-04-26 03:35:12 · 4 answers · asked by Ben S 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 1995 Nissan Altima and it is stuck in park. I have tried pulling it and wiggling it and nothing works. It has the lock thing on it where you have to have your foot on the break to release it out of park. I have tried pushing the break to the floor, not pushing it and everywhere in between. Is there something I'm missing?

2007-04-26 02:47:01 · 11 answers · asked by fluterby2006 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

ive tried cleaning them when i clean the car but it doesnt seem to help?

2007-04-26 02:45:34 · 17 answers · asked by Blue eyed girl 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I drive over 1500 kilometers a week. Mostly highway and country roads. I am buying a new car and I want it to last me over 7 years. What do you guys recommend. (I like to drive really fast, but I am trying not to because of speeding tickets, but I still want some gutts going up steep hills.)

2007-04-26 02:44:15 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

2007-04-26 02:40:02 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Insurance & Registration

I wanted to know if I have to wait until it comes in the mail until I can do the ezpass thing.

2007-04-26 02:39:27 · 4 answers · asked by make?love*not$war! 4 in Commuting

I dont think it is the brakes or rotors causing the problem after reading up. Its like u almost gotta pump or slam the brakes to get it to stop and its really weak. The brake pedal feels different when pushing it in too. What do you think it is? This is a 94 4x4 explorer, what do you think this would cost also?

2007-04-26 02:30:04 · 5 answers · asked by cisco632 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Usually I get about 300 - 320 miles per tank. But I went to a really good gas station and I'm getting 200 miles so far and it's half empty. Do most gas stations add water?

2007-04-26 02:29:21 · 11 answers · asked by Dave 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation

2007-04-26 02:21:36 · 2 answers · asked by Don D 1 in Car Audio

2007-04-26 02:20:54 · 7 answers · asked by gabriele m 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

2007-04-26 02:10:22 · 11 answers · asked by KOLO 2 in Other - Car Makes

2007-04-26 01:57:42 · 5 answers · asked by CHRISTOPHER L 1 in Ford

i was on an incline at a light, the car stalls. then it turns over for 30 seconds and dies and will not start. I have a mercury villlager 96 what do i do?

2007-04-26 01:53:32 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

Midas stripped the bolt on the oil pan and need to replace the oil pan. I'm wondering how long it will take to replace.

2007-04-26 01:49:09 · 4 answers · asked by beno409 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 351C 2V in a 69 mustang. It willl start with just the turn of the key, you dont have to give it gas or anything sounds great, but when you put it in reverse or drive the idol goes way down and it dies unless you give it lost of gas. It has an automatic transmission. What might be wrong. I just bought the car and when i bought it was sitting for like 3 years all i did was replace the gas tank and put fresh gas in it and set the timing by hand & sound while in park.

2007-04-26 01:47:45 · 9 answers · asked by Alex K 1 in Ford

It seems to be a "premium" stereo for a lot of GM cars...but how does it sound? Thanks

2007-04-26 01:47:43 · 4 answers · asked by questions1440 2 in Car Audio

I own a classic VW bug from 1975. I recently restored it and it looks brand new and works great. I'd like to know what could I do to add some power to it so it accelerates faster? I have tried octane booster and premium fuel, but any other ideas? Thanks!

2007-04-26 01:34:21 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

will it goes fast?how bout the insurance?

2007-04-26 01:33:05 · 9 answers · asked by ali-square 1 in Hyundai

Has anyone had problems with the lacquer coming off the wheels causing black lines and generally making the wheels look crap.And if so are they having trouble getting them sorted with ford

2007-04-26 01:32:12 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Ford

I have a friend who is getting her car a tune up and oil change...the car is a 2000 Honda (Passport I think). The garage is saying its taking 7 hours! Thats seems really extreme to me, or am I just way off?

2007-04-26 01:26:14 · 10 answers · asked by polarbearmom_2000 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-04-26 01:19:44 · 4 answers · asked by sirrod6 1 in Motorcycles

2007-04-26 01:15:27 · 5 answers · asked by HP Drifter 2 in Buying & Selling

2007-04-26 01:13:11 · 4 answers · asked by maw 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Its been in 5 times for various warrenty work. we have now found out the bottom end is knocking and the engine needs to be stripped. I know longer want this car, are we within our rights to get our money back or the replaced for another one?

2007-04-26 00:50:09 · 5 answers · asked by louiseaap1 2 in Other - Car Makes

2007-04-26 00:50:06 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

When i pull the cable the latch does not open,it looks like its stuck.

2007-04-26 00:47:08 · 2 answers · asked by WHOWE2 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

On my 1992 Volvo (200,000 miles), the driver's side is 3/4 of an inch lower than the passenger side at all times. When I sit in it, it goes even lower and the car looks lopsided as I drive around. Is this a suspension problem-- fatigued coil springs maybe? What would you recommend?

If you have a sarcastic answer... skip this question and go elsewhere!

2007-04-26 00:41:29 · 9 answers · asked by Wisdom??? 5 in Volvo

back of a 2006 Chrysler Town and Country?

2007-04-26 00:41:18 · 5 answers · asked by ca_oss 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation