Cars & Transportation - 19 December 2007

i have been looking for one of his bikes is the company still in biz

2007-12-19 10:53:39 · 5 answers · asked by GM 4 in Motorcycles

Today I hit two curbs at approximately 30-40 kmph, because my driving skills had a brain fart. The car drives like it did before, but the guy at the repair shop said the wheel wasn't completely straight. I knew it needed an alignment which is why I brought it in (turns to the right). But they said that they needed to fix something else.

(On a side note, I also went in because I needed to put a new muffler on anyways. And the bills said like 1000$, so I was like screw that and drove away. The bill seems to be for replacing most of the exhaust system, which though maybe ideal, doesn't seem required / I can't afford it anyways).

I guess my question is that if it drives like it did before, other than the misaligned tires, is it safe to drive in general? Would I notice something big / obvious if there was something big / obviously wrong with the car?

BTW: the car is an 1986 Volvo 240, which is known to be pretty sturdy.

2007-12-19 10:37:52 · 8 answers · asked by martinnestor7 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

when i try to turn the car off it stops at ACC and won't go to off the key comes out and the engine goes off but the radio and mileage lights stay on. anyone know whats wrong and how much its going to cost (yes theres a security code for the key i was told I'll have to take it to a dealer)

2007-12-19 10:30:46 · 4 answers · asked by Sherri S 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I was recently at the store to purchase some fluid for my windshield cleaner. I was promptly asked for my ID to verify that i was 18. Hmm now my windshield is dirty and this is bothering me haha

2007-12-19 10:20:56 · 11 answers · asked by mcallen91 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-12-19 10:16:32 · 9 answers · asked by askablackguy 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

My husband and I are looking to buy a 1994 honda accord from a friend. She says that there is an oil leak from the rear main seal. How serious is this? Does it need to be fixed right away or can we get the car and wait until the end of January to fix it, and just watch the oil level in the meantime? And about how much does that repair cost? I've heard about 300 dollars because of labor.

2007-12-19 10:15:33 · 3 answers · asked by ? 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

2007-12-19 10:13:29 · 10 answers · asked by JTB 1 in Motorcycles

I heard that you can add washer to your forks, and it will stiffen them up, i have a 110cc pit bike, and the forks are to loose for me, if the washer thing is true where do i add the washers, and what else can i do to help them stiffen up, they are not inverted, and have no adjustment nob. thanks

2007-12-19 10:13:04 · 4 answers · asked by jrdrager 2 in Motorcycles

2007-12-19 10:06:16 · 9 answers · asked by Rousey 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Also, what is bad about it because I'm getting one for my first car?

2007-12-19 10:06:05 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Volvo

fumes smell comes and goes and its only been happening since the misfire. only 5 sparkplugs are working.and car shakes and hesitates to accelerate. is that normal with a misfire?

2007-12-19 10:05:35 · 4 answers · asked by joseph g 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

If I'm going 70 mph on the highway how long does it take to get to some place that's 120/300 miles away?

2007-12-19 10:02:20 · 2 answers · asked by mansteve_man 1 in Commuting

Last night I was filling my car's tank at the gas station, and it was cold out, so I sat in my car with the door open as it was fueling, watching the gas meter. My car normally takes around 13.5 gallons, and when I saw the numbers hit 14, I jumped out to see gas pouring out of my tank. Never had this happen in my life. I immediately went into the attached convenience store to tell them a half gallon of gas was sitting in a large puddle by their pumps, and asked if they had sand or something since it was obviously a hazard. The old, crochety woman's only comment was "weren't you manning the pump?? These old pumps tend to do that!" I stared at her and again said, "regardless, there's a large puddle of gas by your pumps and it could be very dangerous, I'm letting you know so you can call someone or put something on it!" She gave me a dirty look, ignored me and went to the next customer. I kid you not.
I ended up trying to warn people away, and was told to just let it evaporate.

2007-12-19 09:47:25 · 24 answers · asked by Dose of Reality 4 in Safety

yea 1991 eclipes i got used a used car lot. When i got the car I never asked if they had a key for the locked lug nuts. well recently i hit a curb and i broke 3 of them off and the other 2 are still stuck on And they are right next to each other so i really cant drive my car till i get them off. Is ther any way i can get them off with out a key?

2007-12-19 09:46:51 · 8 answers · asked by speceful1 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a new 207. It had a fault with the seatbelt/airbag system repaired earlier today. When I was driving home my footwell area became very hot. I asked my passenger did they have the same problem but they didn't. By the time I got petrol (40 mins drive) my feet were on fire. It felt like I had my feet in a over on the highest gas mark possible. I haven't had this before so I turned off the temp which was set to heating footwell & side windows. It seemed to sort it out. Does anyone know what causes the drivers footwell to become very very hot? I noticed that I could feel the heat more when pressing the clutch down.Thank you.

2007-12-19 09:45:50 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

your driving test. how was your driving when you first passed.
how have you improved since passing.have you got any bad habits.

2007-12-19 09:43:54 · 6 answers · asked by louise d 6 in Safety

what do you do if everytime you accerlerate over 30 miles per hour and the car begins to sputter as if it doesnt want to pick up speed

2007-12-19 09:43:03 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

check scooterdepot.us for specs, The price for this bike is 1499.95.

2007-12-19 09:36:46 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Motorcycles

2007-12-19 09:36:11 · 7 answers · asked by babyface 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 1984 GMC serria 1500 rebuilt a 350 and threw it down in it. now it over heats really fast. what could make it do this ? plus i notice the oil looks milky and white creamy looking stuf, , what would be any reasons for this ?

2007-12-19 09:30:36 · 18 answers · asked by Ashley 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have a 1999 Volkswagen golf and when i try shitfing into 2nd or 4th gear at times it slips out, especially in 2nd gear. When I try shifting gears I have to basically force it into the gears. It also grinds a lot when I try shifting into second gear. My actual clucth cable still feels pretty tight, but its annoying whenI am trying to get on the highway. A little help please!!

2007-12-19 09:30:29 · 14 answers · asked by dfigueroa2k8 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

A friend of mine is currently leasing a Nissan through NMAC for $500/mo (excl. tax) on a 39mos contract. He has had the car for about 13 months (13 payments), which equals totals payments made so far about $6500 dollars. The lease matures in Feb 2010. Which to me says he has about $13000 dollars more to pay. Now here is where I got confused, when he called NMAC they told him the payoff quote was $28,000? Does that include an early termination fee or something? Because all together (all his payments )he would have paid about $20,000 to lease a $32,000 Nissan. What do you guys think? Bad deal or about right? Where did the extra 8,000 come from?

2007-12-19 09:12:48 · 5 answers · asked by hiddengem 4 in Buying & Selling

or is it only for xmas

2007-12-19 09:09:50 · 3 answers · asked by shelly.lamb 2 in Commuting

i have a 92' buick century, and recently it has been making a loud clicking noise when i start the car. sometimes the car will cut off when running, and it's also shaking.

2007-12-19 08:46:10 · 5 answers · asked by unique 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

I got into a fender bender with a 2007 mini cooper thats on a lease, it was the guys car. The mini cooper had two scratches on it, and no marks on mine. The guy is telling me to pay 905$$$ because he has to replace the WHOLE bumper, and labor etc..but thats ridiculous! isnt there some way around this?? i will love anyone who helps me with this dilemma.

2007-12-19 08:45:13 · 5 answers · asked by Jacquelineceee 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I've been having some problem w/ the electrical system on my 1990 ford ranger. Specifically the battery not charging. So I changed the alternater right away but problem has persisted.

Now I'm having trouble get the problem an diagnosed and Im wondering were I should go from here. It's an old truck so I don't want to put a lot of money into it. I don't want to hand it into a mechanic and not have clue of whats going on either, my finances are very limited.

Any advice on what should do, or how I can diagnose the problem myself.

2007-12-19 08:39:30 · 11 answers · asked by njthrashr 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

I am going to get my uncles Mustang in a couple weeks as a gift. It was supposed to be a hot rod back in the day. Any problems that I should watch out for?

2007-12-19 08:32:45 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Ford

'03 Jaguar

2007-12-19 08:32:11 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

ive brought a caravan in brean and was thinking about getting a jet ski but do you need any kind of licence.are ther certain places you can launch it

2007-12-19 08:29:13 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Boats & Boating

I have a '74 Chevy Vega that is the heat!!! It has bucket seats, and a hatch back. The 8 track is not working, but if I save up enough, I may buy a good cassette player to replace it. What do you ladies think of my ride? Would yo not be proud to cruise down the street in it??

2007-12-19 08:22:48 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs