Cars & Transportation - 24 November 2007

Well, I took my first ride on a 2003 Honda Shadow Ace Delux 750 (HOT!! lol) a couple of weeks ago and now I want a bike...a good one! Thing is, I'm afraid of drving one and laying it down all the time. How hard is it to learn? How many times did you lay it down when you drove yours for the first time? What's a good kind to get, with it not being those tiny "rice burners" but a solid, loud one? Thanks!! :-)

2007-11-24 10:39:41 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Motorcycles

Can someone confirm and provide evidence of who has the largest fleet of trucks/lorries in the world? Is it coca cola?

2007-11-24 10:33:34 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

I took it for an oil change a few weeks ago and the battery was tested and it failed the load test. Is it battery, starter, alternator ????????

2007-11-24 10:29:55 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-11-24 10:24:34 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

what happens with my tax disc as this would still show the old reg plate? thanks

2007-11-24 10:19:56 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Insurance & Registration

2007-11-24 10:05:02 · 29 answers · asked by onehellofaman26 4 in Other - Cars & Transportation

I got a quote from a dealer for a MSRP and Invoice Price of a Tyouta Hybrid Altima. The price is :

Invoice MSRP
BASE $22,821 $24,400

But what is interesting is the quote I got elsewhere was $24900. Is it because this has been stripped down somehow? or is this just the most base model?

2007-11-24 10:04:32 · 6 answers · asked by lillyross 1 in Nissan

Is anyone working on solving loss of tail rotor function from RPG's as seen in the movie "Black Hawk Down"? I've wondered this for many years, whether or not it's possible to design a system whereby tail rotor loss of function could be minimized by some kind of emergency jet propulsion in the tail section to produce the necessary thrust for safe control of the helicopter or by directing engine exhaust in a sidewards manner much like an engine reverse thruster to minimize or eliminate torque thrust. I'm also wondering why the military does not employ the NOTAR system in combat zone helicopters to mitigate being brought down by RPG's. Any helicopter engineers or pilots wish to comment?

2007-11-24 10:02:00 · 5 answers · asked by paul h 7 in Aircraft

Are they ever recovered. What about all the money and valubles on board? Is it free for the taking from divers etc?

2007-11-24 10:01:06 · 10 answers · asked by medler 2 in Boats & Boating

could pivot in any axis, --via pilot controlled hydralics, say 90deg in any direction --wouldnt that give you ultra-maneoverability? ( i mean mass produced planes, not like a one-off experimental)

2007-11-24 09:58:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Aircraft

2007-11-24 09:52:25 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

it is a mazda b3000 pick up v6,it is coming from behind water pump,but it is not all the time, i would think that if pump is going it would be all the time, but it will go bone dry for a few dayswhen it does leak it leaves about an 8 inch spot on the driveway,temp gauge goes to its regular spot and does not move,any suggestions would be helpful,thanks

2007-11-24 09:49:22 · 6 answers · asked by mb9032002 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Could someone tell me what the "actual cash value" would be for the following car? I am just not sure where to look.

2000 VW Beetle
Good Condition
90,000 miles
Has sun roof if that matters.
Automatic

If you need other details let me know what you need and I'll post the answers.

2007-11-24 09:46:08 · 8 answers · asked by Positively Pink 5 in Buying & Selling

2007-11-24 09:45:43 · 3 answers · asked by smnthhopson 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I asked the question earlier and got some good responses but I have another question about different cars.
Basically, I don't want to spend more than 12,000 for a used car. I've found some 2001-2003 Camry/ Accords in my price range and know the rep of those vehicles. Plus I've owned both Honda and Toy and been happy w/them both.
I did find a Lexus, Acura, and a BMW in my price range but they are a few years older- 1999/ 2000 models. I also know that these cars are freaking nice but they are 8 yrs old v 4-5 yrs old.
Should I go for the luxury model on an older car w/ more miles or go w/ the less older car but still reliable and nice.
Thank You

2007-11-24 09:41:59 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Buying & Selling

looking for a new car but dont know how reliable the chevy will be or how long it'll last me

2007-11-24 09:35:26 · 7 answers · asked by car looker 1 in Buying & Selling

making a loud noise does that kill the car.

2007-11-24 09:32:35 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-11-24 09:29:48 · 1 answers · asked by claredarren116 2 in Car Audio

2007-11-24 09:26:56 · 10 answers · asked by Daniel 1 in Dodge

2007-11-24 09:25:32 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Rail

I am 14 and i am looking forward to buying a Dodge Charger. How much am I looking at for one in mint condition?

2007-11-24 09:17:48 · 9 answers · asked by phrakshun 2 in Dodge

Are volvo cars really any better than ford? I know they are one of the safest brands on the road, but are they more reliable than any other american car?

2007-11-24 09:08:41 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Volvo

So, I finally have my block back from the shop, and its sitting in the garage, all naked, and clean.

I want to paint it.

WHats the best way to go about this?

I know im gonna put the pan back on.

Probably masking tape over the cylinders..

but the rest..

should i put on the water pump and timing cover and paint them too?

(Yes, i have high heat paint..1200 degree stuff)

anyways..

Thanks

2007-11-24 09:08:21 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

these are abandond in laybyes for weeks i would give them 2 weeks if anybody

2007-11-24 09:03:15 · 5 answers · asked by c5 4 in Safety

The door seal on my car is coming away. What is the best adhesive to use to repair them?

2007-11-24 09:03:11 · 9 answers · asked by PETER D 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

we want a tom tom for our car must be cheap as straped for cash as keep getting lost wifes not in pressed.
what do you give a man who as everthing?.answer penacillen

2007-11-24 09:01:12 · 19 answers · asked by rete 2 in Buying & Selling

anywhere from 1968-1979 is good.
im considering buying one, but dont know how much mileage they get. any other related info about cars from this period, is also welcomed.

2007-11-24 08:55:32 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

Ok it's time to get a new battery for my car and i have an old one from my old bmw (current car is a 88 prelude) The terminals are both the saem but the bmw battery is slight;y bigger.

My question, Are batterys car specific? or are they all the same?

Thanks

2007-11-24 08:53:49 · 20 answers · asked by insano_dano 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I just failed smog on the "oxides of nitrogen" ... I wanted to check the egr valve and fittings as they recommended. My Chiltons said it's located under the intake manifold, but I can't find it ! HELP !

2007-11-24 08:50:46 · 4 answers · asked by Illegaltracker A 1 in Volvo

2007-11-24 08:50:14 · 5 answers · asked by esaweh 1 in Other - Car Makes