Cars & Transportation - 28 July 2007

I dont know if this has anything else to do with it, but after I have been driving a long while and I park, I notice smoke coming out of the hood. I cant tell where it is, but it seems to be coming from next to my engine.
I am going to see mechanic today, but I kinda wanna know what might be going on beofre hand, any ideas? btw, it is a 1994 mazda mpv

2007-07-28 06:57:33 · 4 answers · asked by Amber H 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

So you're rubber-necking at accidents, slowly meandering down the road, or zooming on the shoulder at 90 MPH, or desperately trying to comprehend the driving laws. Red means stop and green means go. You can't seem to find that middle ground between that all driving laws are for your own good or that all driving laws are meant to ruin your life.

Do you realize that you're a bad driver for whatever reason? That you're as old as the Paleothic period or as stupid as a pet rock or as scared as that duck from Garfield & Friends or that you have emotional problems that you need meds and psychotherapy for because otherwise you're a sick-in-the-head little misanthropic sadist who punishes humanity for something that happened when you were a child or a lovely combination of the above reasons?

Do you even realize that you're a bad driver who should give up your driver's license since it's not a right, it's a privelege, and you don't deserve one

2007-07-28 06:50:12 · 14 answers · asked by Chimalsi 1 in Commuting

We have a 1987 corvette and its hit 154 mph. What is the cheapest thing I can get to increase its horsepower to 300.

2007-07-28 06:42:54 · 5 answers · asked by mikebarb26 2 in Chevrolet

2007-07-28 06:42:00 · 2 answers · asked by goodcookie 1 in Lincoln

someone give me some facts on this car

2007-07-28 06:35:44 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Buying & Selling

the renewzit car air freshener spilled from its bottle and it damaged my console. it is sticky and seems to be eating the plastic in the car.

2007-07-28 06:29:04 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

what happens if i dont pay the Optional Final payment at the end of the contract?

2007-07-28 06:29:01 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

I have a 2002 Dodge Intrepid 2.7 ltr engine, Automatic trans, 245,000 miles here's what's wrong...

From stop~ If I take off normally it sputters & bucks when it switches gears, and does so until I let off the gas. However if I ease into it it gets to higher speed w no problem, and runs great. Anytime I 'floor' the gas pedal it bucks, when I ease off and ease into it its good.... NOW at cruising speed when I 'floor' it as to pass someone, it BOGGS DOWN, (and not quite backfires but almost) at this point when I take my foot completely off the gas I feel a jerk & notice the tack revs high for a moment then goes into normal range. So far I changed the MAP sensor- and both shift sensors... HELP... I dont mind spending a few bucks to fix the problem on my own, but dont wanna go to a pro & get ripped off either, I know the car is old (mileage wise) but its in great shape, and runs grea until now...and I bet its something real simple... ANY IDEAS?

2007-07-28 06:28:12 · 4 answers · asked by Doug W 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

i have my 2nd attempt at my driving test next week...i lost it the first time due to nerves...i have bought some kalms and rescue remedy for the next one. anyone used these for the test and passed?

2007-07-28 06:25:01 · 12 answers · asked by ? 3 in Insurance & Registration

2007-07-28 06:23:49 · 5 answers · asked by triumphgallagher 1 in Motorcycles

Apparently to get my cars windows professionally tinted in the back and trunk windows its $200. Is it the same material that I can buy at any store for like 20$ and they just put it on "professionally"? Like is it worth getting professionally done is my question, because my brother is a mechanic and he said he could do it for me, I just need to buy the tint, but if its a cheap material that peels off then I dont know if its worth it.

2007-07-28 06:22:24 · 6 answers · asked by dynamitechikk 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

2007-07-28 06:19:08 · 5 answers · asked by ddietrich22 1 in Buying & Selling

2007-07-28 06:18:17 · 3 answers · asked by eclipse22288 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 98 Saturn SL-2. The anti-lock brake system recently turned off and since then has mostly stayed off, but sometimes goes back on. Is there any danger beyond not having the benefits of ABS?

2007-07-28 06:08:01 · 3 answers · asked by a link to the past 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

fuse not blown on stereo or car; wires connected properly; stereo definitely works...

2007-07-28 06:07:17 · 2 answers · asked by Chris M 1 in Car Audio

How can I tell if there is a problem on my cars grounding?

2007-07-28 06:03:32 · 8 answers · asked by jhune 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I mean really blow up. The whole side of my tire blew out while I was driving 75, out in the middle of nowhere in the desert. It was, around 110 degrees, so needless to say, it sucked.

Luckily I didn't lose control of the vehicle, and I know how to change a tire so it wasn't that big of a deal.

But my tires were new (within the last year) and fairly expensive, and the pressure was, as far as I know, within normal range.

Would you be worried about the other 3 tires having quality issues? Can't help but think about it as I'm driving curvy mountain roads at fast speeds. Had it happened in a different spot, with more traffic, or on a turn, I could be dead.

2007-07-28 06:03:26 · 5 answers · asked by bombaclot Ras 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

We brought our in our 2001 Chrysler mini-van for new tires and asked them to check the breaks as well. They quoted $1100 to fix the breaks. I didn't think breaks were that expensive.

2007-07-28 05:50:33 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Chrysler

they are on top of the car and it doesn't include the car radio aerial, what are they all for?

2007-07-28 05:43:38 · 8 answers · asked by Angel 3 in Other - Cars & Transportation

2007-07-28 05:43:18 · 3 answers · asked by megan_kaleb 1 in Chevrolet

My dad has this truck and he's having some problems with the seat and its electric. any help please!!

2007-07-28 05:36:45 · 4 answers · asked by Cody L 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

The guy who hit them tells the cop he smelled alcohol. They get busted for DUI. It was their first offense. Three years have passed without a repeat offense. Their insurance company never found out. Now they want to shop for cheaper insurance.

Will any insurance company they're considering still try to financially rape them for a policy three years after the fact ?


Note:

Serious, knowledgeable answers only please.

2007-07-28 05:35:45 · 6 answers · asked by John Doe 1 in Insurance & Registration

I have a 2002 Ford Focus and I took it to a repair shop and explained that it over heats when I use my air conditioner and the Raditator Over flow is continously low. The repair shop did a diagnostic test and stated that nothing was wrong. Help. The car acts as though it does not want to go or pick up speed at certain times.

2007-07-28 05:34:52 · 5 answers · asked by sheilam115 2 in Ford

2007-07-28 05:31:27 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Rail

I am installing directional signs that are metal stakes (like that of a garage sale sign). However, the ground is tough and bending at force. Any ideas?

2007-07-28 05:29:44 · 7 answers · asked by Arrow One 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-07-28 05:26:11 · 2 answers · asked by Amy G 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

it heats up very quickly from a cold start.--within 1 mile, the heater is very hot. if driven for more 15 miles, the transmission is will not move in forward,only in reverse.and the transmission and engine are very hot, 209~f

2007-07-28 05:23:28 · 4 answers · asked by terry a 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

If my car needs anti-freeze can i put water in it until i can get some coolant?

2007-07-28 05:14:52 · 8 answers · asked by gemygurl80 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-07-28 05:14:05 · 12 answers · asked by kenny m 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation

I lost my wallet and I need a dupilcate license?

In Pennsylvania is there anyway to get another copy of my license without knowing my own social security number?
I can't remember it at all.

2007-07-28 05:13:57 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Insurance & Registration