Cars & Transportation - 9 July 2007

2007-07-09 14:12:09 · 7 answers · asked by DJ D-REK 1 in BMW

I understand that for coolant you don't have to put just coolant? So is it safe to put water as long as it always isn't water when filling up? And when putting coolant, can I put it in straight from the container or should I mix it with some water first? I have Toyota Corolla if that matters.

2007-07-09 14:11:13 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

to build a $20,000. car from scratch if you were to buy each part seperate from the dealers parts dept? Now how much would it be if you had the dealers mechanics put it together from scratch, again buying all the parts from the parts dept?

2007-07-09 14:08:57 · 6 answers · asked by johN p. aka-Hey you. 7 in Buying & Selling

2007-07-09 14:03:31 · 9 answers · asked by GQCPA 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

If I were to buy a 5-6 year old bemer would it last another 5-6 years

2007-07-09 13:59:27 · 2 answers · asked by DJ D-REK 1 in BMW

So my husband and my dad look at it, my dad thought that it ran low on coolant so the engine just dump it from the overflow. So they used water to fill it. So saturday we drove round and went to ohio to the flea market. That night we left as soon as we got in to Kentucky the car started to over heat. So my dad and my aunt came out with coolant and water. The car was fine after that we drove all the way back to Tennessee. My husband used the car Sunday and it was fine all day too. Today I had to drive him to work so he could drop off his stuff (he leaving for the month for training for the army) so we could go to breakfast as I was waiting for him to come back out so we could go to breakfast my son had to use the bathroom so I turn off the car and took him. It only like 5 minutes and the car lost alot coolant again. Why is it doing that while the car is turned off?

2007-07-09 13:53:35 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I recently purchased an Audi A4 and 6 months later the engine blew. After replacing the engine they said they test drove the car and the Transmission blew. Well after 2 months go by with no rental car they call me and tell me my car will run but....the turbo blew and we arent fixing it and your warranty company wont help fix any of this. So can my car run without it's turbo? It runs alot more SLUGGISH and my check engine light is on? I need advice????? I have asked everyone my options.

2007-07-09 13:50:39 · 4 answers · asked by Heidi D 1 in Audi

when you change your camshaft and lifters, do you have to replace the push rods? or valves or spring or all? 1984 chevy s10 2.8L V6

2007-07-09 13:49:28 · 9 answers · asked by trivium332 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

as i was driving this signal came on in my dodge truck it wasnt oil or battery..

it was some other light..yellow color..anyone know what im talking about?

what other lights can come on besides engine oil and battery..and thats yellow

2007-07-09 13:46:33 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

are there any alternative things that i might have around my house that i could use in place of that? Thanks!

2007-07-09 13:44:59 · 6 answers · asked by EAT! 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

My instrument panel won't illuminate when I turn on my head lights in my 77 corvette. I've checked all fuses and it's just the instrument panel and tack and odometer lights. The interior-overhead light turns on and the headlights turn on with the same switch. I don't think its the bulbs because all are out and there are too many for this to be a coincidence. I have a 77 corvette.

2007-07-09 13:43:45 · 5 answers · asked by Mig G 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

i want to know if anyone thinks this is a good truck? how much is it? what is your opinion of it?i just basically want to know anything that anyone knows about this truck please help!!!

2007-07-09 13:40:59 · 2 answers · asked by katie 2 in Chevrolet

I am 230lbs. and bought a larger spring from Race Tech, but didn't have the money to buy the fronts yet. Will it ride like crap or possibly be dangerous? I am riding this weekend.

2007-07-09 13:38:35 · 3 answers · asked by rpm_ad 1 in Motorcycles

Is it true that an 03-04 mustang cobra with a twin screw supercharger can beat just about every car on the road. I think it has something like 600hp.

2007-07-09 13:37:29 · 6 answers · asked by Jcool 4 in Ford

I have never had my car dynoed, how much do you think my Mustang is putting out?
-Its a 2004 GT (40th aniv)
-Ram air intake
-Power programed for 93oct
-True dual exhaust
(3in pipes and magna flow mufflers)

Also how much of a power gain would i see with a 100 shot of dry?

2007-07-09 13:33:23 · 5 answers · asked by Katie 5 in Ford

I bought my car back in early March and it's only been recently that it's been acting up.

Sometimes when I start my car, the radio takes a few seconds to turn on. It'll sit there, dark and no music will come out of the speakers. Then it'll just come on like it had been on the whole time. It's only done this 3 or 4 times and it hasn't been consistant with how I start my car up.

Another time, I turned my car on and the radio was on a completely different station than when I left it. I had been listening to a CD when I turned it off and when I got in, it was on FM radio 2. No one messed with my car because the windows were up and the car locked.

What's going on with my car? Is it serious?

2007-07-09 13:25:28 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pontiac

ok car has never had problems, I first get into the car put in reverse, drive out my driveway. Changes smoothly from first to second then when I slow down or even go straight I lose all speed and the car eventually stops, and when I press the pedal, it just keeps reving up as if im in park and it barely budges. Then I put in park, turn off car for about 30 seconds and it starts but then it wont switch to second gear and just keeps reving up, but I still managed to get it home pretty much rolling there, cause of the hill.Transmission fluid is a little brown, but I am pretty sure it is still good, no burnt smell to it or anything, just a little brown. 9000 miles ago tranny and motor was rebuilt so I dont really think it is either of those that is causing problems, people say it could be linkage or stuff like that,if there is some way that a person with a little knowledge of cars can do to check that,can you please tell me.If you think it is something else also tell me
91 escort 9000 mi

2007-07-09 13:18:35 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

She is from Japan, so she's used to driving on the other side of the road. She really needs to know how to drive, but some might say that I can be a little bit impatient. Any tips would help.

2007-07-09 13:11:15 · 5 answers · asked by rich m 2 in Safety

I want to avoid th tolls between Philly and Baltimore on I95 in both directions. any ideas

2007-07-09 13:10:28 · 8 answers · asked by mattyfatz 1 in Commuting

...during what is normally a 15 minute drive...what could be the problem????

2007-07-09 13:08:21 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

And less wear on the tires themselves?

2007-07-09 13:08:04 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

My pops replaced an alternator for my Nissan Altima ('2001 GXE) yesterday and forgot to disconnect my battery before starting the procedure. Now the car electronics are dead. The car runs when I turn the ignition and drives alright (though the engine block vibrates alot more than we started. . . probably because the tensioner is not set to the correct length), but the dashboard, horn etc etc do not work. Does this mean that I just need to replace my fuses? Or is there more damage done than before installing the alternator? I am going to go to the parts store later today. Please advise.

2007-07-09 13:07:58 · 2 answers · asked by indiantrumpet 4 in Maintenance & Repairs

It only slips on left hand turns, not right. My husband checked the transmission fluid level and it is good. He thinks i need a new transmission filter. Is he right?

2007-07-09 13:04:32 · 1 answers · asked by Stephane A 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

does any1 no a travel site where u can book train ticket example-expedia.com but wit train or monorail booking

2007-07-09 13:04:21 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Rail

Before my recent trrip to Iowa i filled up my tank in my home state of Georgia. My Nissan Exterra estimated i would be able to go around 330-370 miles before i needed another tank. I'm not sure of the exact # it gave but it has always been in that range when i have gotten gas.

When i got fuel in Ky my car now said i had 406 miles to go before a new tank. I was able to go to Iowa and back to the same station and get more gas as i had more then enough gas to last. Again the car said i had 406 miles to go. When i got home a few days later i had to get gas agian and this time the car said i had 396 miles remaing.

I know these #'s have never been this high in my car in the 2 years i have owned it. My question is what gives here, did they add something to the gas to make it more fuel efficant? Is this just a summer thing? If so why is it not year round, getting 30miles more per tank is a huge deal to me.

2007-07-09 13:03:13 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

I've heard things that if your mixture is too rich, you won't get a lot of power and your engine will spit out fuel from exhaust.

If you put a lean mixture, you will waste less fuel but your engine might overheat and receive damage.

What mixture ratio if most efficient in terms of fuel economy without harming the engine?

2007-07-09 13:01:59 · 3 answers · asked by Bobis 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation

It's a 2004 Honda Accord.

2007-07-09 12:57:05 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

My mechanic said it was because the timing belt had to stretch or become accustom to the engine. is he giving me a load of BS or could this be a legit reason?

2007-07-09 12:54:02 · 4 answers · asked by whosajiggawhat? 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

The El Camino, in its various styles and forms has always fascinated me. I am curious as to what caused production to stop on this car. Please, serious answers, no smart a.s.s. comments. Thanks.

2007-07-09 12:50:56 · 6 answers · asked by enbsayshello 5 in Other - Cars & Transportation

i heard if you get a leak down test you can find the source of the low compression. Where can i have this done? Also, if they do find the source how much should i expect to pay. My car is VERY slow and has trouble driving up hills and what not. My friend has the same car and same year and his is WAY faster. Thanks!

2007-07-09 12:47:25 · 2 answers · asked by Josh 1 in Maintenance & Repairs