Cars & Transportation - 19 December 2007

John paul said that one is located under the car. can you tell me exactly where it is.

2007-12-19 12:40:21 · 3 answers · asked by yogi 1 in Nissan

The other morning it was pretty cold out and I had maybe an 1/8th of a tank of gas in my 2004 Altima (yes, I'm not so smart...but I was going to get gas that morning!). I went to start the car, it rotated but wouldn't turn over. That happened a couple of times and then finally, out of frustration, I put the gas pedal all the way down, turned the key and it started. I ran a bunch of errands all day long and the car has been fine ever since. Could it have been the fact that I had pretty much no gas in my car and the temp outside was cold or do you think there are other things going on? The car only has 23,000 miles on it.

2007-12-19 12:35:14 · 4 answers · asked by Sydney'sMommy 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

ive heard its not a good idea to change the trans mission fluid on a high mileage engine? or did they mean trans flush is bad? my trans fluid in there now is full but is dirty so i dunno what should i do? its a 1994 inifiniti j30t

2007-12-19 12:25:12 · 15 answers · asked by live life to the fullest 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

also how do you think it would look with 31 10.50 tires.

also what is the largest tires that it would hold

and which brands would you suggest

2007-12-19 12:24:55 · 12 answers · asked by MG 2 in Jeep

hi, i have a s13 with sr20det swap, im finishing it. When i purchased the swap, it came with a bad turbo (shaft play and bended compressor wheel) i have a t22 from a 300zx and i have the t25 that came with my swap, the question is: Can i use the t22 internals in the t25 housing? are the internals the same?

2007-12-19 12:18:27 · 3 answers · asked by Carlos R 2 in Nissan

Hi. I am without a doubt that I will have to go to my mechanic. I just want some advice so I walk in the door prepared. My brake light came on and the brakes are pushing all the way to the floor. When I put new fluid in the resevoir (I checked and it was needed) I pumped the brakes a few times in the driveway, backed the car up, and could clearly see where the fluid had leaked straight onto the ground. What's wrong with my brakes and is this going to cost me an arm and a leg right before Christmas? I have access to a garage bay. Any DYI advice? I have experience changing my pads, so I'm not completely mechanically incompetent.
Thanks for any help!

2007-12-19 12:16:38 · 3 answers · asked by James B 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

US SPEC INFORMATION: The 2009 Nissan GT-R will go on sale in the United States in June of 2008 with a base price of $69,850. The premium model will sell for $71,900, and will include a Bose sound system, side airbags, and heated seats. The Bose system consists of 11 speakers mounted in rigid aluminum diecast panels. The car's pre-order program, available through select US dealers, will begin in January.


2009 Nissan GT-R: Awesome From Afar


The 2009 Nissan GT-R has broken cover. Or rather, several well-known automotive media outlets have blown its cover! When the December 2007 cover of Motor Trend got leaked (or swiped) from the printer, press embargoes were tossed aside, along with it the thin veil of secrecy the GT-R was still hiding. Namely its off-the-chart performance numbers: 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds, 11.7-second quarter mile, and top speed of 193 mph. Better still, the supercar is expected to be in the amazingly affordable $70-80K range.



Unveiled at Last



The black covers that hid the GT-R’s nose are gone and reveal a chiseled carbon fiber nose piece, flanked on both sides by small canards molded into the bumper itself. Look closely, and you can see how the deep front splitter directs air to the radiator and around the car. The sleek shape of the new R35 is a commendably slick 0.27 Cd (co-efficient of drag). Twin NACA ducts in the hood channel air directly to the small IHI turbos located underneath. They’re not the only low-drag aero devices used on the car, either. The front fenders have functional air ducts that sweep back from the sides of the car, drawing heat away from the engine compartment. One detail not readily apparent is the rear carbon-fiber splitter that uses airflow under the chassis to develop downforce. While standard practice for LeMans prototypes, these types of details are reserved for only a few road-going machines. Nissan engineers knew the enormous performance envelope for this car would require every (aero) trick in the book! Rear styling of the R35 features the iconic twin round taillights of the GT-R series. All in all, Nissan stylists have created a modern, functional shape that pays appropriate homage to the legendary line.



V-6 Power First for GT-R



Looking under the hood of the new PM (Prime Midship) chassis reveals the front-mounted engine is mounted far back for better weight distribution. But there’s no blown straight six for this thoroughly modern supercar. The new twin turbocharged 3.8 liter V-6 is named the VR38 and puts out 473 hp at 6,400 rpm and 433 lb-ft of torque at 5,200 rpm in its initial state of tune. No doubt Nissan will have more on tap for the future, but all appearances suggest that this is the engine to be federalized for North American use. Expect the compact IHI turbos to have little to none of the dreaded turbo lag of years past. An extremely clean turbo installation utilizes separate plenums and tuned intake runners for each bank of the engine. Expect to hear more details on this amazing powerplant in the near future.

Meanwhile, a carbon fiber prop shaft transfers power to the rear- mounted transaxle. Utilizing a six-speed, direct-drive semi-automatic gearbox, Nissan’s latest AWD creation can vary power delivery from 50/50 (front/rear) to 2/98 for heavy acceleration. By utilizing the paddle shifters, GT-R pilots may sample full-throttle, no lift upshifts, and computer-guided downshifts with full rev matching. The GT-R’s suspension is more familiar, with twin wishbones up front and a five-link rear. The dampers are electronically controlled, with three separate programs (race, sport and comfort) available at the touch of a button. More extreme are the 20” alloy wheels with massive six-piston Brembo (front) and four-piston (rear) calipers with equally enormous 15.2” rotors. You’ll need that kind of stopping power, as the latest R35 is expected to tip the scales at a touch over 3,792 pounds.



Silken Hammer


Inside the cockpit, it’s luxury blended with pure performance. Racing-style leather seats with large side bolsters will hold you (and your passengers) in place, although I’m not sure anyone really wants to be tossed around in the smallish 2+2 seats in back! A beautifully sculpted instrument panel features a center-mounted tach (with a 7K redline) and a smaller speedo on the left. The instruments move up and down with the steering wheel, so each driver can find the perfect position. Nissan continues their superb job in blending traditional control surfaces with cutting edge technology. A good example is the center stack with traditional HVAC controls in the center and a large video screen just above this. Toggling through this display provides such diverse information as turbo boost, g-loadings, engine performance parameters and which of the really hot girls is lusting for a ride in your new GT-R. OK, I made that last one up. Step into the new R35 and you’ll find everybody wants a ride!

2007-12-19 12:16:00 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Nissan

i have a 1994 inifiniti j30t with 189,000 miles...so u think it is the fuel injectors that are bad? cause i tried many fuel injector cleaners and still the same thing even been putting nothin but premium gas in it as it requires also changed the spark plugs pcv valve and fuel filter still the same thing and the check engine light is on? cause when the car is warmed up it shakes alot and then when i put it in drive the idle drops and it shakes and feels like its gonna die out? but when its warmed up and in park it doesnt idle low it stays normal but shakes...but when i put it in drive thats when it shakes and idles real low and at stops? when it goes low it will go slowly up a bit then drop up and down its really pissin me off i just wanna get it fixed cause i love that car alot and is all i have and i dont want it breakin down on me...one mechanic said its the fuel injector that one was bad and another said theres a misfire somewhere...

2007-12-19 12:15:20 · 7 answers · asked by live life to the fullest 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

According to many owners and their mechanics the BMW 7 Series sucks *ss! So why not just drop in a 383? Electric & computer could be yanked and rewired...Too much hassle for a car with 100K pricetag? Better than leaving it in the garage to rot? Nice looking car some with a V-12! That keeps breaking down! Amazed at all the complaints online but no response from BMW...Guess if you got 100+K to spend on a motor vehicle you've got lots more to get another?! But is the engine swap possible? Thanks for your input!

2007-12-19 12:05:37 · 8 answers · asked by gmoney 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

i have a 1994 infiniti j30t and the mechanic said that my cars misfiring a lil bit? another mechanic said one of my injectors are gone is this why my engine shakes alot when the engine is warm? and when i put it in drive it shakes and idles low like it wants to turn off?

2007-12-19 12:04:52 · 5 answers · asked by live life to the fullest 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I looked the fuse up in the manual and pulled the number 3 20 amper in the power block. But even though it was only labelled to control the rear wiper, yanking it has also wiped out my gas and temp gauges along with my speedometer. These are things I can obviously see and do not really bother me but Im worried that the fuse might run a fan or something that can, in turn, screw the mechanics of the van up. Any ideas? Or has anyone had this problem?

2007-12-19 11:59:16 · 3 answers · asked by Simply....SiD 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I live in Illinois and I already own the car. My parents are saying that the insurance is going to be to much to pay for. How much do you think it will cost per month?

2007-12-19 11:58:27 · 15 answers · asked by Soriano 2 in Mitsubishi

Hi all. I have a 1991 tempo that was staring just fine. One day (the other day) i went to start it and it does nothing. The little dummy lights come on but when i turn key nothing. No click. No rev. no sound nothing. Checked battery connection and lights and all work. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated. Oh ever since i got the car the check engine light was on...and still is. DOnt know why and dont know if that has anything to do with not starting or not. Also, car was overheating and i was waiting to fix this problem til it was warmer out. Not a head gasket...dont think cause i did the milky oil check thing...and it looked ok.

2007-12-19 11:56:24 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

i have a science project related to car crashes and i need to write my abstract! help me!...

2007-12-19 11:48:06 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Safety

Do you think a certain age, race, gender, or location are more likely to be a bad driver?

Personally, I am annoyed with people who don't use turn signals and feel the need to pass me on the right when their lane is ending. Slow drivers in the passing lane also are annoying and I consider them hazards. People driving BMWs, Mercedes, Lexus, Cadillacs, Lincolns and white trucks also seem to be bad drivers. Just curious what your experience has been.

2007-12-19 11:42:17 · 10 answers · asked by Mikki Sue71 4 in Safety

My check engine light came on about two months ago and I haven't had the time or money to get it into a shop to fix it. I have, however, done a lot of research online and figured out the light could be caused by at least one of two things: the catalytic converter or the oxygen sensor. I will take it to Auto Zone within the week to have a reading done on it (not the psychic kind) so I will be able to find out what is wrong with it officially. But in the meantime I thought I'd pose the question as to how MUCH it could end up costing me. I have heard that it could be as much as $1000 or as little as $100-500 to buy the part and have it installed. Can anyone (preferrably a mechanic) tell me around how much I am looking at spending? Thanks!

2007-12-19 11:41:18 · 6 answers · asked by caligurl1382 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Its a ***** to start... i have to hold the key sometimes and it sounds like its about to stall out or sometimes i have to pump the gas pedal for it to start i was surprised i just had it start perfect when i was going to a store then i came back and it sounded like it wasn't even gonna start... i have no idea what is wrong with it please help.... its a 91 325i

2007-12-19 11:36:33 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-12-19 11:35:27 · 1 answers · asked by robert i 1 in Motorcycles

Hi,

I have a 2003 Ford Taurus SES, the other day I was in park and my car was on but I could not put it into gear. The tow truck came and took it to Ford motors and they told me that it was my Torque Converter and that it would cost about two thousand dollars to repair. My warranty is up, but I have heard a couple of people say that there has been problems with the torque converters in Fords and I was wondering if this was true, and if this is true could I make Ford pay for the repairs, seeing as it is not an old car at all, and I take excellent care of it.

2007-12-19 11:35:19 · 7 answers · asked by annonymous_nobody26 2 in Ford

Simple question, there are lots out there. Lets see how many Topgun's we'll get.

2007-12-19 11:33:32 · 21 answers · asked by realbigtaco 2 in Aircraft

I know the power is different. But what else. Which is BETTER!!??

2007-12-19 11:20:24 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Toyota

2007-12-19 11:20:20 · 3 answers · asked by chuy 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-12-19 11:14:33 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mercedes-Benz

is there a time limit with your rental car before you have to start paying for it yourself? i have been notified that it will be written off but have not heard the sttlement amount yet. but with the xmas holidays it will be hard to buy and finance a new car before the new year. any info will help.

2007-12-19 11:14:06 · 3 answers · asked by kotamonster6 2 in Insurance & Registration

i was doing donuts in the snow and now it wont go. i can put it into gear but wen i give it gas its like its in neutral.... please help

2007-12-19 11:10:36 · 3 answers · asked by nick w 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

my wife and I could not believe our eyes the other day, we were travellimg in our car behind a young lady driver, not only was she driving using the phone, on a straight road but she was still using the phone as she turned right, and there were two, young children in her car, hows that for complete, lunacy ?

2007-12-19 11:09:55 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Safety

Hi,

I have Nissan Altima car and the CD player for it is not working. Radio is working fine.

I have bought a CD Lens Cleaner and used it. Even that cd is pushed out with "Err...." displayinng in the screen. The same way all cd's are rejected out , these cd's are all working in my frns car cd players.

Suggest me a solution.

Thanks in advance.
Srinivas

2007-12-19 11:08:45 · 4 answers · asked by Srinivas 1 in Car Audio

A shock from a car spark plug wire or lawn mower spark plug wire (Briggs&Stratton) engine

2007-12-19 11:07:13 · 4 answers · asked by David 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation

My parents' local tube was the (disused) Aldwych (platform 5 from Holborn), but have you ever been to a disused underground station? Not just in London, but anywhere (e.g. City Hall in New York).

If you have, what was it like? This is something I would love to do myself but that anti-terrorism nervousness will almost certainly prevent in my life, so I'm trying to live vicariously through yours... :-)

2007-12-19 11:04:06 · 9 answers · asked by krazykatignatz 3 in Rail

My headlights on my breeze are tilted all the way down pretty much. on the level that is in the head lamp itself is all the way to -2 (pointing low). is there a way to correct that problem because driving this car at night is a nightmare, with the high beams on the beams point like 10 feet infront of me.

2007-12-19 11:01:37 · 2 answers · asked by fly_bikes06 2 in Chrysler