Cars & Transportation - 29 September 2007

police report said that its my fault,because i left the keys in the car. will my insurance still pay for the damage done to my car? i have complete coverage and the gap insurance.estimated damage is 4,200 with a 500 deductible.

2007-09-29 04:57:47 · 5 answers · asked by karen l 1 in Insurance & Registration

2007-09-29 04:45:14 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

Getting approved at a car dealership?

I am trying to get pre approved at a car dealership and it is called Elyria Ford in Elyria / Cleveland, Ohio

When trying to get pre approved it asks for gross salary

I do not have that good credit and I was wondering how much do they want you to make before you can get a car with them?

I am looking at a truck for $13,000

Also i am talking about in general not just elyria ford

2007-09-29 04:40:13 · 4 answers · asked by Nate 1 in Buying & Selling

Someone wishes to sell me a motorcycle, but he does not have a title for it? What will happen? How will it affect me?

2007-09-29 04:39:18 · 4 answers · asked by Tryst 1 in Insurance & Registration

We recently sold a car as a "parts car", being honest--we had a clear title, it was an old car with the frame rusted through. The buyer came with a tow device, and said he wanted to buy the car as a donor car for another car he had.

The first red flag was, he said he was a notary, and notarized the title himself. We don't know if he filled in his name on the title--we had never sold a car this way.

Anyway, he bought the car (for very little money), and I called the DMV being nervous about the damaged frame--they told me I could be held liable if this guy sells the car to be on the road, and I should get a copy of the title and junk it, to protect myself and others.

When I called the guy, he said he thought the damage wasn't that severe and wanted to repair the car (it's a uniframe, 15 yr old car, the frame shop told us it couldn't be made safe by welding the frame--a new frame would cost far more than the car is worth).

This car shouldn't be on the road--what do we do now?

2007-09-29 04:34:42 · 8 answers · asked by confused 1 in Buying & Selling

A friend of mine, who is uninsured (is legal in this state) backed into a vehicle last week. The other driver is insured through American Family. After exchanging information and agreeing to stay in contact; he knew he was goin to have to personally pay for the damages. Within a week he was sent ONE estimate of over 3 thousand dollars to get the repairs. They asked to be paid in full in a fair ammount of time in order to repair their car. (This letter was not from an insurance company, but from the actual people involved in the incident.)

Realisticly, he is unable to pay them in full in the immideate future. Legally, what are his options? I would also like to know if he would be better off handeling it through thier insurance company?

In advance, I sincerely appreciate your time & advice. Thank-you.

2007-09-29 04:29:59 · 8 answers · asked by Mama 1 in Insurance & Registration

it says to put 4 galons into a 32:1 mix ration. how many litres is that in canada so 4 gollons= ? litres

2007-09-29 04:29:11 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Motorcycles

2007-09-29 04:22:40 · 2 answers · asked by karen l 1 in Insurance & Registration

I'm trying to find the method to remove the motor through the hood of my 93 z28 rather than underneath. I don't have a lift and don't want to have to buy the manual only to find out it wants to pull it through the bottom. Thanks everyone.

2007-09-29 04:21:08 · 3 answers · asked by Sandfrog 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have put a rebuilt 1982 model 305 in my 89 s10 and Ive been having trouble keeping the battery up ? How many volts should it be getting ? Is it possible that my alternator is going bad ? If you need more info I will be glad to post more just ask. Thanks

2007-09-29 04:19:03 · 6 answers · asked by jcrulz13 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Do you think this should only be used on the track? I'm not talking about 100 MPH sweepers but in slower turns where more traction would be nice. A talent or a #$%@^& nuisance?

2007-09-29 04:15:45 · 6 answers · asked by Bob 5 in Motorcycles

I was curious how many job insurance companies are out there for Railroad Employees. The coverage Im referring to in the insurance you pay for and collect when you get into trouble at work. I know of UTU, LECMPA, BRCF and CPA but are there any others?

2007-09-29 04:07:27 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Rail

I have a 2001 Ford Taurus purchased about 14 months ago with a transaxle problem. I had purchased a third party warranty and they denied the claim stating that a technical service bulletin had been issued for that problem. Sure enough, page 4, paragraph "D" of the warranty contract showed that technical service bulletins negated a claim, but there are over 200 on our car! Manufacturers issue them for problems that don't occur enough to warrant a recall. This helps service shops to more quickly and accurately diagnose common problems. But today, a mechanic at a tractor dealership told me that Ford would cover a repair needed if a technical service bulletin had been released. Can I get a Ford dealer to repair this for me at their cost?

2007-09-29 04:06:54 · 10 answers · asked by benvanzile 4 in Maintenance & Repairs

Hi, my car is goofy!!!
My O/D light is flashing on and off, at times..

When its not flashing I have no 2nd gear, and it shifts to 3rd, which is hard to accelerate fast when switching from 1st. I have to let off the gas at 3,000 RPMs for the car to shift, or it will not shift, I can take it up to 5,000RPM's no shift (Unless I let off gas)

Now when the O/D light flashes, It shifts into second, but weak, and then 3rd, and I dont have to let off the gas.. 4th gear is also sometimes GOOD, and sometimes not, when the O/D light is off 4th gear works awesome 65mph at 2,100RPMs when the O/D light is flashing 65mph at 3,100RPMs..

I am getting no Check engine readings except Catalytic Convertor readings..

I did get Gear 2 and Gear 4 incorrect ratio, but I cleared codes, and there gone...

Confusing!

Also when I switch from Reverse to Drive the engine jumps..

Let me know what you think...

2007-09-29 03:59:51 · 3 answers · asked by ownagesoft 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-09-29 03:58:40 · 2 answers · asked by DJ 1 in Aircraft

I've always wondered about how a motorcycle and rider would control and survive a tire blowout, cruising on the freeway at 65-75 MPH? Although it is probably an unusual situation, as most riders do a "flight check" prior to a long ride.

A blowout on a four wheel auto is one thing, but with only two tires, I don't even want to think about it. A small leak which could cause the tire to go flat, unnoticed until a flat tire would be another situation of safety

If this has ever happened to any of you riders out there, can you give us the details on the road conditions, type and weight of bike you were riding and what damages occured to you and your bike. Thanks

2007-09-29 03:57:04 · 9 answers · asked by mrfrudd2006 3 in Motorcycles

2007-09-29 03:43:25 · 2 answers · asked by Willis 1 in Pontiac

one is dipstick. other is near pull starter with slot that u can use coin to open

2007-09-29 03:41:32 · 3 answers · asked by rayniecat 2 in Motorcycles

2007-09-29 03:40:58 · 9 answers · asked by LIDRENA B 1 in Motorcycles

I was offered a job at Volkswagen dealership and Toyota dealership. I have no idea how much money sales people up there make. Does anybody know? Thanks a lot!

2007-09-29 03:37:35 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Buying & Selling

I am trying to determine whether the propeller on an airplane would continue to free spin if the plane ran out of gas. would you still be able to kind of glide and use it that way or would it just lock up and stay locked, if you ran out of gas???

2007-09-29 03:26:37 · 18 answers · asked by jbootsmom@att.net 1 in Aircraft

I need to remove about a half dollar size area of gum from my cloth seats inside my truck. They are "YES" fabric if that helps any. Please HELP!

2007-09-29 03:24:47 · 6 answers · asked by chase w 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-09-29 02:24:38 · 5 answers · asked by robertrft 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I don't do it often as my vision isn't the greatest at night.

2007-09-29 02:20:22 · 11 answers · asked by COblonde 3 in Motorcycles

The check engine light comes on when idling. Using a tester, the code indicates the IAC was not functioning. I replaced the IAC, the engine idles somewhat better, but at 1000 RPM, and the check engine light still comes on. I re-tested and the code is the same... #35, IAC. Any thoughts?

2007-09-29 02:01:13 · 4 answers · asked by nidantwo 1 in Chevrolet

It was probably on it's way out when I bought it a year ago. Though I didn't help it much, pulling heavy loads and trailers. Just fixed the OD off button as well.

The owner's manual says in the transmission section, "Operating in Overdrive "OFF" gives more engine braking than Overdrive and is useful for ascending or descending hills or when towing."

But then in the towing section it says, "If your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic 4-Speed Automatic (E4OD or 4R70W) transmission, operate in Overdrive... When descending a steep grade with a trailer, operate in Drive rather than Overdrive."

So, I'm a little confused as to the best way to drive with a trailer as even the Owner's manual contradicts itself. In one section it says to tow in Drive and in another section it says to tow in Overdrive.

2007-09-29 01:55:43 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Ford

2007-09-29 01:54:00 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

Im 16 and I have a license. My parents & I are so different. I am crazy & love to have fun & stay outta house. My parents r boring & all they do is stay in the house & watch news & movies & crap. Literally they NEVER get outta the house. Me, I have friends, & i have a life, but bc of them, im not able to have a life. U don't know how many times I stay in the house. Pretty much every weekend/fri, I'm stuck in the house. They always say stuff like I'm too tired or can't you find a ride? I am sick of always having to ask ppl 4 ride. I have a license but they won't let me go anywhere b/c im not "experienced enuf."
I am a good driver and they've been with me, i make all As in school, i do not get into any trouble at all. What more can I do for them? I also have a job. They won't let me do anything & I feel like living at home w/ them is now like living in a depressed-lonely hell hole.lately have gotten soo pissed off that I'm really about to lose it. Evrything would b easier if I had a car

2007-09-29 01:30:58 · 12 answers · asked by whozyomama778 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation

Its not the exhaust manifold cos i have listened out for that several times.
Also, it doesnt give good acceleration between 50 and 65mph. Its fuel consumption is about 18mpg. Or does it have to do with my plugs? I use the normal single electrode plugs

2007-09-29 01:19:29 · 7 answers · asked by BoyBenny 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-09-29 01:17:14 · 4 answers · asked by My name's MUD 5 in Buying & Selling