Cars & Transportation - 26 September 2007

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2007-09-26 05:56:23 · 3 answers · asked by smileyfaceinspace 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

The driver was 15 with a learner's permit. The insurance just went out two weeks ago. We contacted the father of the kid who hit us, and he told us a sob story, and said he didn't know what else to say. This vehicle is how we get our kids to school, and my wife to work. Why should I have insurance if nothing happens to people without it?

2007-09-26 05:52:19 · 12 answers · asked by abrotherskeeper 1 in Insurance & Registration

2007-09-26 05:46:43 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Chevrolet

Wondering if warranties carry over when buying a car used.

2007-09-26 05:43:31 · 9 answers · asked by PC 2 in Hyundai

i have a 1998 neon and i put an after market intake on it a while back and it always bugged me because the air filter was positioned right behind the motor and i figure its just sucking in warm/hot air and is not real effective. I don't see anything wrong with using the flex pipe to reposition the air filter right upfront bu the radiator so it can breath alot better. yeah its kind of ghetto but i think i will se the results and have a better ride.

2007-09-26 05:41:43 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dodge

2007-09-26 05:32:34 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Chevrolet

im looking at buying a Toyota truck and they said that they think number 1 piston ring broke and i was wonding if that expensive to fix

2007-09-26 05:24:27 · 6 answers · asked by eric e 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

My wife is looking at getting a VW Jetta. What is the difference between the S series and the S "PZEV" series? The only thing I see different is 4 letters that adds a grand to the price.

2007-09-26 05:15:45 · 2 answers · asked by montana_is_the_gr8_1 2 in Volkswagen

I'm considering installing a cold air intake system on my 02 Ford Focus w/ 2.0 sohc. I'm just trying to give this whimpy a-- engine a little more "umph", and maybe a bit better mpg. Is this conceivably possible with a short intake system, or a waste of $?

2007-09-26 05:13:51 · 4 answers · asked by remlap47 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

The dealer said the cv joints had just been changed. Does anyone have any ideas? Is it safe to be driving? This has been happening for the past couple of months. Thanks.

2007-09-26 04:56:26 · 3 answers · asked by nprrangergirl 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

I don't think it is the compression release, because I get no compression even with all the valves closed(valve shafts are in the valve cover, I removed the valve cover.) Would'nt I get incredible compression while kicking over, spark plug in, all valves closed? I never did an actual compression check, But my other bike (same thing) is hard to kick , on the compression stroke. I want to make sure theres not something im overlooking before I pull the head off. Thank you for your answers.

2007-09-26 04:53:50 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Motorcycles

As if life couldn't get any worse for me..my car ('98 nissan sentra-about 155,000 miles on it) just started (bout an hr ago) making this constant and annoying grunting noise when driving. The only time it stops is when I take my foot off the gas. What could it be? I'm getting an oil change at 5 pm so I hope they will look at it..but what do you think? how much will I have to pay?

2007-09-26 04:53:23 · 1 answers · asked by melly 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

Do you think that if a person has failed their driving test a number of times (like 3 times) then they should have to wait a period of time (like 6 months) before being able to retake it again or should they just be able to keep retaking it again and again?

2007-09-26 04:48:39 · 13 answers · asked by leambi 5 in Other - Cars & Transportation

I started getting gas at this station somewhere in CT and I noticed that unlike other places, the gas I get from this particular place gives my car about 50-65 miles more per tank in average. Could you share your thoughts about this?

2007-09-26 04:38:06 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

Which car would give maximum protection for my precious family in all sorts of crashes.

If you could choose which car to have a crash in, which one?

Real world money - say up to £60k

2007-09-26 04:23:46 · 17 answers · asked by WiseOwl 3 in Safety

i think the company is german but the seller is in the UK. it kinda looks like a helicopter helmet. the visor slides into the helmet itself.

2007-09-26 04:18:23 · 8 answers · asked by stephen_dav2003 1 in Motorcycles

Hi I am a 20 year old student and my neighbor is selling her
'98 chevy cavalier. I have heard mixed things about this car but I really just need something to get me from point A to point B over the next 4 years. Do you think these cars are ok? I can get it for $3000. it's a Z24 sports model (2 dr, full loaded, automatic, auto car starter, etc) with low kms. Any input on the cavalier is appreciated!

2007-09-26 04:17:42 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Chevrolet

I want a used car between $1500 and $2000 and wondered which would be more dependable? Can anyone help me out?

2007-09-26 04:15:22 · 8 answers · asked by nprrangergirl 3 in Buying & Selling

I took off the air filter to get more air into the carbs, when I turned the key and tried to start it, fuel came out thruogh the air box. Lots of fuel! What would be causing this, could the slides in the cabrs be sticking?

2007-09-26 04:14:28 · 2 answers · asked by tonydadaddy2003 2 in Motorcycles

ok so sometimes in the morning, but definately always at lunch time when it is hotter out, when I start my car it squeaks really loud for like 5+ seconds. The last two days I noticed when I reverse it kinda squeaks a little. Is this an engine belt or what is it? If so, how much does it cost to replace? it is an automatic

2007-09-26 04:10:35 · 3 answers · asked by crackermelons 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

I recently purchased a car. After a few weeks of getting everything in to get financing approved the dealer has now called and said that the APR was a promotion for a 2007 model and they sold me a 2008. Do I have to sign a new contract and change cars after the financing has been approved and the contract has been signed?

2007-09-26 04:05:58 · 9 answers · asked by prolly 1 in Buying & Selling

2007-09-26 04:00:20 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

My friend was wandering becuse he likes fast things and cars too!

2007-09-26 03:59:50 · 3 answers · asked by <(-^_^-)> 4 in Other - Cars & Transportation

I have a 93 Pontiac Bonneville. Ever since yesterday morning, when I place the car in reverse to come out of the driveway, it doesn't stop! I don't know what is going on. But when i was driving throughout the day, it works fine! Then this morning as I was on my way to work, it did the SAME thing. It will keep rolling and when I apply my foot to the brakes, it won't stop. So what I did was hurried up and put it in park, and it stopped. But I have put the car in reverse yesterday and today after leaving home and I can brake with no problem. Have anyone experienced this before? Someone told me today that it could be my back brakes, but I am not sure, due to the fact that this happens to me only in the morning when backing up out of the driveway and not at any other time. Please help! Please, only serious answers.

2007-09-26 03:57:40 · 3 answers · asked by tooooloooose 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

My car was broken onto and they stole my catalytic converter. I just need to know if I can run my car for a few days till I can get it fixed.

2007-09-26 03:52:50 · 7 answers · asked by Sweetpea 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Hi I am a 20 year old student and my neighbor is selling her
'98 chevy cavalier. I have heard mixed things about this car but I really just need something to get me from point A to point B over the next 4 years. Do you think these cars are ok? I can get it for $3000. Any input on the cavalier is appreciated!

2007-09-26 03:44:28 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Chevrolet

like they are turning up the engine or something

2007-09-26 03:40:22 · 10 answers · asked by Autumn 2 in Aircraft

I wholheartedly believe in wearing a helmet, that is not the question, but I believe there should no be a law to make you wear one. I am wondering if anyone else see it similar to me. Should there be a National Motorcycle Helmet Law, or should the states have it, or perhaps you might think no helmet should be forced on a rider's head. My opinion is "helmets good, infringing laws, bad"!

2007-09-26 03:32:59 · 16 answers · asked by Jim! 5 in Motorcycles

Looking for a reliable diesel car for use with biodiesel.

2007-09-26 03:29:26 · 1 answers · asked by Kevin 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Everyone says its the belt on my car that is squeaking everytime I start it and sometimes it will stop but it just contiues on. Can anyone tell me what type of belt to ask for when I go to autozone or what type of belt to look for on autozones website? Please help me

2007-09-26 03:28:09 · 7 answers · asked by cuttie1972 2 in Maintenance & Repairs