Cars & Transportation - 23 August 2007

I have a 2000 RC51. A little insight if you're unfamiliar: 1000CC water cooled V-Twin from Honda. Redlines at 10500RPM. The engine temp usually never sees past 230 degrees, unless I'm stuck in traffic, which rarely happens, but can.

Anyways. I'm wondering if I could switch to 10w-30 to help circulate the oil better. I normally use 10-40, but a buddy of mine bought 10w-30 for his and noticed it a lot thinner and looks like it would circulate a lot better than the 10-40. (He's using Lucas Motorcycle oil).

The temps here are anywhere from 30-90 degrees. I usually ride when it's above 50.

My question is, can I switch to 10w-30 for the colder months ahead? I'm using synthetic motorcycle oil (usually Mobil1 or something along that line). And will 10w-30 hold up in 90-100 degree weather?

2007-08-23 10:44:52 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Motorcycles

Is it possible for a commercial garage (for example: pep boys etc), to open a new engine cover and to take off the new parts and replace them with old ones?

2007-08-23 10:44:31 · 3 answers · asked by chulis 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I'm looking for a street bike (Example:Honda Crb1000rr) Creator where you can customize everything on a street bike from exhaust to paint job.Kind of like an online game.Thanks.

2007-08-23 10:43:26 · 2 answers · asked by Soulja Boy 1 in Motorcycles

I have some oil sealed in their containers that I found in my storage. They've been sitting for two-three years, but don't know if they're still good.

I guess I'm worried about condensation in them. I know if they haven't been heated or contaminated, they're suppose to be still good. (Yes, they're sealed in their container) But what about condensation? My little storage unit isn't air conditioned, so it gets really cold in winter and hot in summer.

I'm worried about water condensation being inside the sealed container and using them on my motorcycle.

Please state your facts, not opinions. And if you have the source also, that would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!

2007-08-23 10:33:56 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-08-23 10:30:54 · 6 answers · asked by ccccc 1 in Other - Car Makes

ballasting operations on board ships. have ballasting and stripping lines. what is stripping?

2007-08-23 10:28:51 · 8 answers · asked by dhatzo 1 in Boats & Boating

i was driving down the road and it was like it just kicked out of 2 wheel drive to neutral

2007-08-23 10:10:41 · 9 answers · asked by ~MARY~ 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

My air went out of my jeep and I am wondering if I can buy a device to take its place. I don't really want to spend 900 dollars to get mine fixed.

2007-08-23 10:10:28 · 8 answers · asked by Shelly H 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Other than paying a arm and leg for another condensor, is there anything else I must worry about, besides having no ac for the rest of the summer. I wouldnt cause any other damage would it like make my car run hot, or mess with the radiator will it.. Please help must know

2007-08-23 10:09:56 · 4 answers · asked by big_d_45_2000 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

since doing this the electric start has no effect ive been starting it by touching the terminals on the soleniod will this do any damage ?

2007-08-23 10:04:51 · 2 answers · asked by cfcrab m 1 in Motorcycles

All of a sudden it started to chug when I stepped on the gas and eventually stalled and wouldn't start again...what could be the problem? And yes there was gas in it...Lol.

2007-08-23 10:02:41 · 5 answers · asked by Bam 1 in Chevrolet

I use microfiber cloths, genuine wool wash mitt, chamois to dry, i got claybars, and a bunch of Meguiars products. I got stuff to shine up the tires.

It would be cool if you named the brands and stuff.

What works best, what are something you'd recommend that was really great for your car?

also if you could answer this question:

How do you clean your wool wash mitt? it's real wool.

Do you just hand wash it with warm water and maybe some soap, or washine wash it?

2007-08-23 10:02:15 · 10 answers · asked by 2nd Commander 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

so they can get the full 1500 watts..my subs are 750rms 1500peak a piece they are dual 4 ohm and im runnin the zx mono amp 1500 at 2 ohms

2007-08-23 09:59:39 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Car Audio

First I want your opinion on Chamois. I like it. I only used it once, but didn't you it again yet. It's kind of dirty. I don't want it to scratch up my car. So I want to know how to clean it first. In fact just today I bought a new one 5 sq.. ft.



Some times it gets all black and dirty. How am I supose to clean this chamois genuine leather? Any suggestions? Do any of you guys use it?

the more info i can get the better.

2007-08-23 09:55:44 · 4 answers · asked by 2nd Commander 1 in Other - Cars & Transportation

i live in american and im trying to find out whats the cheapest automatic car i can buy under 13,800 is it the saturn ION 2? or is there one cheaper that that?

2007-08-23 09:55:42 · 4 answers · asked by Pimp G 1 in Buying & Selling

2007-08-23 09:55:07 · 3 answers · asked by jlau_hn 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I am looking at borrowing enough to buy a Volvo S60R (20-30k)within the next year, would it be best to go through a dealership? or a bank? and about how much would the payments be per month?
Thanks!

2007-08-23 09:54:08 · 6 answers · asked by Samantha S. 1 in Buying & Selling

(And what if they could retaliate however they wanted without worrying about getting in any trouble...)



What would these guys do in that scenario?

A) King Booker

B) Stone Cold Steve Austin

C) The Miz

D) Triple H

E) Umaga

2007-08-23 09:52:08 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Rail

I have a 1991 Nissan Stanza. Recently something fell off the bottom of the car. I believe it is a cover protecting the catalytic converter. is there a reason why it would be bad to not have a new cover put back on?

2007-08-23 09:51:35 · 6 answers · asked by Andrew 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

i am talking $100 to $500 i live in tn so you know

2007-08-23 09:47:29 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Motorcycles

2007-08-23 09:46:55 · 8 answers · asked by marccat80 4 in Motorcycles

Due to excessive noise from my car's fan, I checked the coolant level. It was very low on water / anti-freeze. I poured in 3 and a half litres (approx 7.5 pints) of water and anti-freeze. 15 miles later it was all gone.
The car is now in my driveway. Two days ago I refilled the radiator and the water is still there. So the coolant is lost when the car is moving.
What do you think is the cause of this? Is it a hose? Is it easy to fix?

2007-08-23 09:43:33 · 4 answers · asked by David F 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Ok heres the prob.
We noticed the car was sounding loud and a guy that my bf works with said it's the alternator.
So we got a new alternator and my bf and his friend (who knows alot about cars) changed it.
Drove a bit, and then the battery light came on.
Ok, the guy said it was a bad alternator (which it was because it turned out to be one that someone messed with and brought back) Ok..so we exchanged it and they changed it again.
The noise went away and car sounds perfect. And no battery light on the dash! woo hoo
The car ran good for a week and a half and what happens today?? Battery light came back on!!
What can be wrong? Alternator again? Or is something not hooked up right?
I am like almost broke and can't bring it to Canadian tire and pay $88/hr for them to tell me wuts wrong. If someone can give me some ideas on whats wrong, i would REALLY appreciate it!! :)

2007-08-23 09:40:04 · 11 answers · asked by *CaREbEaR* 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I know I have to ask about monthly payments and APR financing charges, also about make and model of car. But what about rebates? What hidden things can thety "get me" with? What small print should I be weary of? I want to walk in informed and educated and not as an easy target. How can I not get ripped off? I am a woman and not very auto-savvy. I have a crap car to trade in and can only afford $200 or less as a monthly payment. $1500 down. I know I have to be strong and know what im talking about or else I could taken for a ride (pardon the pun). HELP! used car dealers?? New car dealers? People in the know? Anyone????

2007-08-23 09:36:54 · 3 answers · asked by Lola S 2 in Buying & Selling

How do you set up the Directv convertor to two TV? It is currently set up to a 52 inch in one room, but I want to set it up to my combo TV in my bedroom? I ran a coaxial cable from the convertor on the 52 inch to my bedroom but still can't get a signal. What can be wrong??? I bought a universal remote because I can't find the orginal remote, I was able to set up the TV to the remote but can't get the satillite to work.

2007-08-23 09:35:42 · 3 answers · asked by KATHY A 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 350z and went riding around town with a couple of trans am/formulas the other night. One of them didnt run their a/c the whole time b/c he said it takes from the engines power. (the other had his girlfriend with him so he kinda had to have ac on i guess). Is this true? if so how much could it be crippling the performance of my car?

2007-08-23 09:29:15 · 23 answers · asked by tailor_harper 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

It's a classy car so I want classy rims but nothing too racer.Just..Classy:) Help me out PLEASE

2007-08-23 09:19:32 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Chrysler

2007-08-23 09:17:08 · 5 answers · asked by jesus c 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-08-23 09:13:40 · 3 answers · asked by jonathan w 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

What would be a good woman's bike?

2007-08-23 08:50:43 · 22 answers · asked by Pancake 7 in Motorcycles