Cars & Transportation - 8 October 2007

Okay this really isnt a registration question its a brake question. About 6 months ago my friend had their brakes changed. About 2 weeks ago she got her car inspected for registration.

Last night the bold that holds the calipar on came out and froze up the brake.

She was wondering who didnt tighten the bold. I said I dont know when they check brakes if they have to remove a bolt to look at them for inspection. Does anybody know?

2007-10-08 06:55:23 · 4 answers · asked by financing_loans 6 in Maintenance & Repairs

Most automobiles have water cooled engines. What must be true about a solution that can replace water in the cooling system, such as anti-freeze??

2007-10-08 06:45:39 · 2 answers · asked by nana ♥ 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation

how big of a compressor do need to run a small sand blaster? sand blaster is about 8 gallons,just a small one. either pressurized model or siphon. which is better ,would it be suitable for blasting,wire spoke rims ,or even car chassis THANK YOU

2007-10-08 06:36:10 · 5 answers · asked by kkv1234 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

it only happens when I stop at a long light or 4 way intersection. I have a 93 GMC sierra with a 350

2007-10-08 06:27:17 · 5 answers · asked by Pbbbt 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

g it with clear drying varnish?

2007-10-08 06:22:47 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

Since, its replaced the Cavalier does it LS make it really slow like the Cavalier was? Would you call it reliable?

2007-10-08 05:58:20 · 11 answers · asked by Helen 1 in Chevrolet

i was jsut wandering if i can take the rca cable cut one end off and wire it to the speaker wire and plug it into the amp and wonder if it would still work, if so do i hook up the negative with the positive on one side of the rca cable

2007-10-08 05:56:05 · 5 answers · asked by gnccracer211 1 in Car Audio

I have a brand new truck. About two months after purchase, the brakes starting squeaking real loud. After I mentioned this to the dealer, I was told that the trucks are coming like that from the factory, that these new truck brakes are being made out of a new material. I was told there was nothing they could do. I said that's bull****, something needs to be done. My truck currently is in the shop for another reason and they told me they would look at the brakes. I know nothing will be done though. They just told me that to try and keep me quiet. What should I do to get my brakes fixed? Do I have a case if I need to take it further?

2007-10-08 05:49:23 · 7 answers · asked by JR 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I was driving and my car slowly stalled and now wont start... I am getting fuel to the filter... and the MFR is working... i also replaced the spark plugs and distributor cap... and the wires are new... the engine only has roughly 50,000 miles on the rebuild... it is a honda b18a1 non-vtec dohc 1.8l 5 spd manual.. and the only code the ecu givs is for the TPS (throttle positioning sensor)

2007-10-08 05:48:31 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 600cc Katana. I have only riden for the summer, but I would like to continue to ride in the winter.

My first question... what is the best leg gear to wear in cold weather? Are chaps appropriate for a sports bike? Are there alternatives (because I work in an office environment that requires kakis)?

Second question. Sometimes when I down shift while applying my back brakes, I believe that my back tire skids for a split second. Is this normal?

2007-10-08 05:48:01 · 10 answers · asked by Fred Head 4 in Motorcycles

Can anyone recommend a good motorcycle to learn and start with? I am more interested in the sport/speed bikes rather than Harley or custom....Please advise.... Thanks!

2007-10-08 05:41:55 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Motorcycles

i know it is forbidden but can i used it after i took out my SIM card?i just want to hear mp3 on the cellphone.anyway it wont affect the flight transmission after i remove the SIM,right!?

2007-10-08 05:37:35 · 9 answers · asked by nosha47 3 in Aircraft

2007-10-08 05:32:47 · 10 answers · asked by buffy2514 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-10-08 05:32:33 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Boats & Boating

2007-10-08 05:29:17 · 6 answers · asked by Nick 2 in Car Audio

changed front o2 sensor, plugs, plug wires ,cap ,button after that it ran good for about 4 weeks. Some times hard start & ruff idol

2007-10-08 05:21:53 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Honda

i like them.

2007-10-08 05:19:28 · 22 answers · asked by skinnyribcage 2 in Hyundai

i paid over 700 to have my brakes fixed at Midas and i want to know if i was screwed over. i had to replace the rear pads and rotors and the rear driverside caliper. i know that parts arent that expensive, they used the cheapest ones, or so they say. it just seems to me like i paid WAY TOO MUCH to have just about two hours worth of work done.

2007-10-08 05:17:45 · 7 answers · asked by kristen b 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

The insurance company on the car is now claiming they have a clause in their insurance policy that says, if the driver of the vehicle did not have legal permission, then their company is not responsible for the damages to my car.

What can I do, my car is messed up and someone is going to pay for it

2007-10-08 05:16:51 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Insurance & Registration

Brakes work very good. System has been bleed.

2007-10-08 05:16:31 · 5 answers · asked by gladys g 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have recently replaced my tires and the ride and handling are great. I replaced them with the same tires and at 40k miles, even though they are warranteed for 60k miles.

So why is it the tread was still up to par but the handling was so poor in comparison to when they are new? Also the tires felt soft in comparison to when they are new, even though they were filled to specs with air?

They promote them as if they will perform like new until the warranty, but obviously they don't handle and feel that way.

Any ideas would be appreciated

2007-10-08 04:58:34 · 2 answers · asked by Ariel G 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

93 Plymouth Grand Voyager LE 3.3 V6. Engine stalls, lack of power, and popping through intake during acceleration. I've checked compression, timing, spark plugs, wires, and spark. I've replaced fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel regulator, MAP sensor, breather filter. What else can it be? Oh yea also NO VACCUM LEAKS.

2007-10-08 04:47:11 · 4 answers · asked by hdwalldoc 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-10-08 04:44:02 · 2 answers · asked by alex 1 in Chevrolet

2007-10-08 04:35:16 · 9 answers · asked by aaronwblue 1 in BMW

Tonbridge station in Kent has recently been repainted Lilac and Purple - Company decision or a job lot on paint?

Whats wrong with Blue and Yellow!!!!

2007-10-08 04:33:46 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Rail

I got the front driver side cv joint replaced this weekend on my 93 Altima. That was the only side that needed done. Now its making a loud grinding sound the whole time you drive, it almost sounds like brakes grinding, but it is all the time, except when car is completely stopped. I'm taking it back this afternoon to have it looked at, but anyone have ideas what this will be?? Thanks

2007-10-08 04:30:50 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

Any cheap and easy way to firm up my van's rear suspension so that it doesn't bottom out during a few ski trip per year loaded with people and gears?
Something like squeezing couple tennis balls in the coil springs?

2007-10-08 04:27:30 · 4 answers · asked by Derek C 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 2000 civc that runs fine, it will be paid off next year. I've been thinking of buying a 2nd car to use as a back up, just in case the one I have breaks down for some reason or whatever. If for some reason or another my car was in the shop I'd be screwed and I don't like asking other people for rides or favors. I could also drop rental car coverage off my insurance. This car is going to be very lightly driven but I just don't want something to be more trouble then its worth.

2007-10-08 04:13:20 · 9 answers · asked by BS and thats no BS 1 in Buying & Selling

2007-10-08 04:09:46 · 4 answers · asked by cory c 1 in Motorcycles

2007-10-08 04:09:39 · 10 answers · asked by Brittni B 1 in Safety