Cars & Transportation - 27 August 2007

2007-08-27 04:50:34 · 12 answers · asked by mahesh c 1 in Motorcycles

what do i do if i am in a sinking raft surrounded by sharks

2007-08-27 04:43:51 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Boats & Boating

I would try and lean it out just a touch at idle and up the jets by 2 points to fatten up the WOT circuit ( how can i lean this carb out at idle... its a holley 750 cfm........i know how to up the jets ,but not how to lean it out at idle) thanks

2007-08-27 04:42:28 · 2 answers · asked by slick 50 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

a warranty from anywhere. Could I go back to them even though I signed off a paper that said I didnt accept to buy a warranty?

2007-08-27 04:42:24 · 5 answers · asked by ecmami451 2 in Buying & Selling

2007-08-27 04:37:19 · 5 answers · asked by nina h 1 in Insurance & Registration

2007-08-27 04:33:39 · 4 answers · asked by C W 1 in Ford

2007-08-27 04:32:30 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 200 BMW 323Ci (coupe). The brake sensor light indicator came on which means I need new pads at least.

BMW dealership always replaces pads AND rotors and quoted $1045(+tax) for my car.

I'm wondering if there is an auto repair shop (i.e. a national chain) that will do brakes on BMWs and doesn't charge such an outrageous amount?

I don't have the tools to do it myself.

Places like Meineke, Goodyear & Monro say they'll do the work but I have to bring it in and have them look at it in person before they'll give me even a ballpark price.

One local business quoted $800...is that reasonable?

Thanks!

2007-08-27 04:25:12 · 4 answers · asked by S L 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-08-27 04:16:05 · 12 answers · asked by Joe C. 3 in Rail

My husband sometimes drives my 2006 VW Jetta. It's a manual 5 speed on the floor. When he drives it, he'll start by shifting into 1st, go to 2nd, 3rd, and then shift right into 5th skipping 4th altogether. Is this good for my car? He says it doesn't hurt anything, that it's actually good for gas mileage. I take extra care with my car and I say it can't be good for it. I want him to stop doing it. Someone help. Is this good or bad for my car?

2007-08-27 04:06:10 · 11 answers · asked by texassue 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Is there a signal to let the car behind you know that their high beams are on and they are blinding you?

I have a serious case of road rage, and sometimes I want to just stop in the middle of the street and get out the car and cuss the person out, but I know thats not a good idea :-)

Is there another way I could tell them to turn their high beams off??!!

2007-08-27 03:50:00 · 12 answers · asked by CJ 4 in Safety

I read a reply from a NS employee and he mentioned the term "weed weasel" Just curious what this is.

2007-08-27 03:47:41 · 2 answers · asked by tamarack58 5 in Rail

like the one on mythbusters "Buster"

2007-08-27 03:35:00 · 3 answers · asked by highroller55555 2 in Safety

A friend of mine seems to be having a lot of maintenance on his car, I'd like to know if anyone thinks this is excessive, over 6 years he spent $4800 in maintenance taking the car to the
dealer. Is this excessive or normal?

I am purposely not stating the type of car, as I want a general answer. What are your first-hand experiences or what do you think in general?

2007-08-27 03:34:27 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-08-27 03:22:43 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

What is a typical price for replacement of both front brake pads and rotors on a 1997 Nissan Altima GXE? Monroe Muffler and Brake is trying to charge me $449, then they offered me a coupon which brought it to $375. And I said no, because I could get the parts for much cheaper, so now they are saying $250. What is really a good, and fair price for this job (including labor).

2007-08-27 03:18:05 · 5 answers · asked by Carconfused 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

or small glass bowl?

2007-08-27 03:11:49 · 6 answers · asked by jrock12345 1 in Aircraft

2007-08-27 03:01:31 · 10 answers · asked by jason b 1 in Insurance & Registration

2007-08-27 02:55:47 · 9 answers · asked by Seether 3 in Chevrolet

Where can I get a copy of my car's warranty? Also whats the difference between warranty and regular maintenance?

2007-08-27 02:53:11 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I don't really want to carry tire irons, spare tube, & pump with me. Any quick fixes aside from calling AAA? Thanks.

2007-08-27 02:52:33 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Motorcycles

alloy wheels & tyres to fit land rover

2007-08-27 02:36:54 · 5 answers · asked by D G 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

and the dealer i bought it from will not tell me nothin..

2007-08-27 02:18:35 · 7 answers · asked by Jamie G 1 in Insurance & Registration

i just think it doesn't seem fair, that my neighbour has a blue badge, and although he has just had a knee replacement, he is 42, is quite active, is a driving instructor, and has a company car - is this correct and above board ? Seems very odd, as I didn 't think you were allowed to work if you have a blue badge - help !

2007-08-27 02:07:38 · 3 answers · asked by mae.mike 2 in Insurance & Registration

I think I would be good as a driving instructor but I don't know anything about the licensing or the insurance. I live in US (Virginia).

2007-08-27 02:06:41 · 1 answers · asked by Matthew T 7 in Insurance & Registration

My Tomtom navigator has the voice of John Cleese. When he wants you to ignore a turn he says 'beaver left' What does 'beaver' mean in this context. I can't find it in the dictionary.

2007-08-27 01:58:10 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

i just bought an exercise cycle yesterday (this is my first exercise cycle) and whenever i get on the seat i feel a kind of wobble. it only happens when i get on the seat, or sometimes if i ride really hard. i keep my cycle on a dense firm carpet. how do i stop my cycle from wobbling?

another thing that is worrying me is that the cycle had certain cosmetic defects (a motif of minor scratches on the top of the fuselage and a notable black scratch on the side). is it eligible for return. did i get a defective piece or can that happen during transportation? (cuz i dont want no defective machine)

2007-08-27 01:35:05 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Safety

http://www.911hoax.com

2007-08-27 01:31:23 · 28 answers · asked by Scott L 2 in Aircraft

are unstable and the walls could split open at any time,and it was dangerous to drive. The treads look good. I just drove it 250 miles on a trip. Is this a sales pitch to buy more of these $200 tires or could this really be? The car does ride somewhat rough and hard.

2007-08-27 01:29:58 · 6 answers · asked by polldiva 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

will they replace it>
pz help me

2007-08-27 00:59:28 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Insurance & Registration