Cars & Transportation - 20 August 2007

They say you should never allow anti-freeze to come in contact with your cars' paint because it can discolor it. However, some windshield washer fluids are prepared to withstand temperatures of up to 20 degrees below zero. That must mean there's a form of anti-freeze in them. So, I guess my question is...how does "regular" anti-freeze harm a paint finish and windshield washer fluid - which has anti-freeze properties in it - doesn't?

Thanks

2007-08-20 08:20:59 · 6 answers · asked by henry315_ny 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-08-20 08:15:44 · 10 answers · asked by salma H 1 in Insurance & Registration

I had my anchor hang up yesterday while on the lake and had to cut it loose. I'm wondering what is the best replacement type. My boat is a 22' bowrider, approx weight is 4500 lbs. and generally I am anchoring in 6-20' of water with either a mud/rock or sand bottom. The lake we frequent with the sand bottom has waves to 3' and winds to 15kt occasionally (Tahoe). The lake with the mud bottom is much calmer but anchor points are usually deeper.

I've been looking at a self releasing Chene anchor. Am I way off?

2007-08-20 08:06:11 · 9 answers · asked by obviously_you'renotagolfer 5 in Boats & Boating

I recently purchased a truck two weeks ago and was just in an accident a few days ago which I'm not at fault for. The truck cannot be considered totalled but basically I want a new truck because of the damage and the fact that it's new. I also just recently found out that the dealership broke the contract they made with me. If they broke the contract can I return the truck, or trade it in for equal value even though it was just in an accident but they broke the contract?

2007-08-20 08:01:19 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Buying & Selling

ok i got a 86 chevy 4x4 truck with power windows and locks, the windows have been working, in fact i just rolled it down and was about to roll it back up and there was nothing, i used the switch on the driver's side to test both windows, but neither one will go up or down and i also used the other switch on the other door and still nothing, what is the deal, i looked at the fuses to see if there was one for windows but i didn't see any, can someone help me out, also both are new motors

2007-08-20 07:52:25 · 6 answers · asked by joseph b 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Can my Ford-F250HD pull a 5k pound horse trailer with horses in it?These horse weigh at least 1k pounds ea.And a couple pigs?

2007-08-20 07:28:53 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Ford

it has 177bhp but i think it would be great to chip it to see its full potential what would you do?

2007-08-20 07:19:58 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Toyota

I know they take your bike and you have to get someone with a license to take it out of their lot, but what happens after? any detailed info and websites to answer this Q would be appreciated!! Thank you so much!

2007-08-20 07:14:05 · 7 answers · asked by CrankyWhenHungry 3 in Motorcycles

how do i install an tach in my 73 pontaic bonnevlle?

2007-08-20 07:08:05 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pontiac

how can i find this out?

2007-08-20 07:00:03 · 2 answers · asked by xxflinxx 1 in Rail

diesel engen timing BDC TDC

2007-08-20 06:58:11 · 4 answers · asked by imad a md 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a bad battery in my Tercel 99, so I jumped the battery with another car. But I did a mistake by letting the positive & negative of the jumping cable touch each others. So I guess that my fuses are dead, the car won't start again, even with the jumped battery (I get no power at all).

Which fuses should I check to replace them?

2007-08-20 06:56:01 · 5 answers · asked by Gabriel M 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I'm trying to buy a used car, for my first car and i was looking at this supercharged 97 Mustang and here are the specs:

1997 ford mustang gt
vortec v2 sq trim blower pullied for 6-8lbs
fmu and t-rex booster pump
autometer fuel and boost gauges
trz upper and southside lower control arms
bbk specific rate lowering springs
steeda front brakes with 13in slotted rotors and new ceramic pads
new msd wires,autolite plugs,and fuel filter
car is clean!
motor has 39k on it and trans has 27k on it according to a previous owner

Now today i got an email saying this



you can pick it up today as soon as i pull the engine,trans,blower,rear end,interior,fuel lines,wiring,doors,decklid,front and rear bumper covers,hood, fenders,suspension and glass. but i'll be done around 7 or so. you have a trailer?

So what's going on, why would he pull all the parts out of the car and even so would it still be a grab to buy those parts? How would i get a mustang body, and put it all back together?

2007-08-20 06:48:48 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

here is the scenario. For about the past year my car would stick in park without letting me change to any other gear for about 5 minutes every time I started it, unless its warm then it usually will only take about 30 seconds. And now it won't start or even make an attempt to start..any ideas on what could be the problem. All electronics work fine

2007-08-20 06:42:43 · 1 answers · asked by Joel D 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-08-20 06:38:10 · 5 answers · asked by reddbbird92 3 in Chevrolet

there could be some logic reasons and I know RPM and wind resistance but any different graphs with different intervals? or any research show exactly why? please

2007-08-20 06:37:48 · 3 answers · asked by d* d 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

My son has a 2000 Cougar, the knob for the fan has settings 1 thru 4. It works fine on 4 but does not blow at all in 1 thru 3. Before I take off the dash cover is there any other suggestions on where to look?

2007-08-20 06:30:11 · 12 answers · asked by scpttb512 4 in Mercury

I want a car I can get alot of miles out of before it breaks down or worse. I don't want a disposable car.

2007-08-20 06:26:10 · 6 answers · asked by :o) 3 in Pontiac

I have a Suzuki Vitara and when i was driving to work the other day my indicators suddenly stopped working. Once at work i checked my fuse and sure enough it had blown. i replaced it and as soon as i turn the ignition on it blows straight away! even when i changed it to a 20amp fuse! ( i know i shouldn't of but thats all i had)
I have checked all the bulbs and the hazards work fine.
Does anyone know what to check next. I have no money to pay an auto electrician so will have to try fix myself somehow !
Haynes manual doesnt help me much either!

2007-08-20 06:25:20 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

How can we we make public transportation more appealing to the masses of people who drive their cars to and from work every day?

2007-08-20 06:18:13 · 44 answers · asked by Ask Mike 4 in Commuting

Every morning this guy beats me to the parking place right near the entrance and I have to park about 200m away. Does anyone no how I can drift like on The Fast And the Furious into the space?

2007-08-20 06:10:58 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

2007-08-20 06:04:22 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Commuting

Or maybe you are one already; i'm contemplating becoming one with the AA, and ultimately obtaining a franchise from them.

Good or bad idea, any info would be most welcome.

2007-08-20 06:02:54 · 3 answers · asked by dann_501 3 in Insurance & Registration

I have a 1994 thunderbird for sale. It needs a engine which is why I am selling it for only $400. The car is located in Michigan. Any car buffs? Here is a great opportunity (to see pictures please answer and a link will be sent)

2007-08-20 05:50:33 · 1 answers · asked by ldc0188 1 in Buying & Selling

I've been driving Chevys for about 35 years. Ive had a couple GMCs as well. Also many other makes of pickups over the years, and I prefer General Motors cars and trucks over the others.. What is the real difference between Chev & GMC ? Is it just the trim and emblem package ?? Many years back I had a 60's GMC 3/4 ton truck with a V-6, and I remember that being the heaviest gas engine I'd seen at the time, heavier that the 327 which was around in big numbers then. I also seem to remember the older GMCs being more utilitarian with the interiors than Chevy, but in recent years I really don't see much difference. If they're the same, why does General Motors have both lines, if different, how so ? Do any of you have a good answer for this? I'm figuring on purchasing a nearly new Chevy Tahoe or GMC Yukon this fall or in the spring.

2007-08-20 05:33:32 · 8 answers · asked by 107Dan 3 in Chevrolet

I have a court date tomorrow at 8:30am. Please give me tips and hints on how to get the side tint removed.

What will i need.

Razors
Spray Bottle with soapy water
Glass Cleaner
Rags


What else? How long will this take. I live in the City of Chicagao and will not have a garage.

Thanks in advance

2007-08-20 05:15:24 · 2 answers · asked by phillyb007 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-08-20 04:49:10 · 1 answers · asked by Kenny M 1 in Toyota

Is deer avoidance is covered under collision or comprehensive? We have Erie insurance, and they indicating that my policy will go up by 30%. Any info will be helpfull.

2007-08-20 04:24:09 · 8 answers · asked by ozbooksworld.com 2 in Insurance & Registration

2007-08-20 04:03:20 · 15 answers · asked by I dont know 4 in Lexus

I was wondering about those work trains that csx/union pacific run,do they have bathrooms and showers in the engine for the engineers and conductors. I know amtrak does.thank you everyone.

2007-08-20 03:24:05 · 4 answers · asked by teddy 2 in Rail