Car Makes - September 2007

...for racing. I got two of em, one bored sixty over with no core shift, align bored with steel splayed main caps. I was gonna use the stock crank(10/10 & steel!) with H beam PF steel rods & KB hyperutectic pistons for a 412 ci package. I'm thinking now of a stroker in the range of 427+ ci. Problems seem to center on the small base camshaft & rod bolt clearance which can be accomadated, barely! My question is the durability of the 400 block bored to this tolerance. When a higher compresion like 13:1+ Mahle pistons is considered, FF H beam rods NOS & 8000 RPM my concern is block fatigue. Even if I fill the lower part of the water jackets with block filler a combo like this may well tweak the block & my wallet. I got a hot deal on it as the block was free as well the machine work. Problem is a GM rocket block or after market block will be consideribly stronger, & cam & block clearance problems are gone, plus even bigger ci combos. Cost shoots to the moon also!!! Comments welcomed!

2007-09-08 20:27:11 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Chevrolet

Most fuel efficient, less monthly insurance, les maintenance charges etc. (2nd hand)

Thankyou

2007-09-08 19:17:26 · 11 answers · asked by Chahoul M 1 in Other - Car Makes

Had my toyota camry with 121,000 miles checked out at a toyota dealership for having a check engine light on.
I found out I need a new catalytic converter. The toyota dealership said it will cost $1000 for the cat. converter and labor. The car is only worth $3,000! They told me to leave it alone since the engine runs great and it wont ruin the engine. The said the main job of the cat converter is to cut down on emissions. They said a bad converter wont harm the engine. Is that true? I love my car.
Florida doesnt have emissions tests they said dont worry about fixing it.
I still want to fix it. I want my car running perfect. That darn check engine light annoys me.. Where can I get a cat. converter for cheap? Junk yard? Toytota told me not to put a aftermarket converter on because it may screw things up. I can do it myself if I can find the part for cheap.

Please help.

thanks.

2007-09-08 19:10:26 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Toyota

2007-09-08 18:02:22 · 5 answers · asked by toots 1 in Jeep

I know the 968 is later generation and 240hp vs 207hp for the S2, but for the looks, a 944 or a 968..?

2007-09-08 17:43:56 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Porsche

2007-09-08 17:32:05 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Toyota

I have been considering buying a Chrysler Town & Country minivan, or a Dodge Caravan. I have read that they are built poorly with lots of problems, clear through the 90's till today. The internet reviews are horrendous with people claiming that they are cheap and poorly built, with transmission, and break problems, and shoddy craftsmanship, cheap leather and seating, and malfunctioning doors and electrical systems. Can anyone give me some input on their experiences with these vehicles? I have also heard the gas milage is horrible, and that the Chrysler Corporation does not stand behind its products, and that their dealers do not know how to fix these vehicles when they need it. I love their models of minivans, but are they junk? Are they a mistake to buy? Are other minivans better? Thanks!

2007-09-08 17:21:51 · 7 answers · asked by Guy E 3 in Chrysler

Will the doors off a 67 Camaro fit a 68 Camaro and vice versa?? If not what are the difference?

2007-09-08 17:14:46 · 6 answers · asked by Yvette 2 in Chevrolet

Does anyone know a source for factory OEM Suzuki key blanks, or Geo Tracker blanks?

2007-09-08 17:14:26 · 4 answers · asked by Homey 2 in Suzuki

2007-09-08 17:01:57 · 5 answers · asked by book writer 6 in Ford

I have a '54 Chevrolet Del-Ray that I bought for $3,100 and I have put a little work into it, but it is taking up too much space and I have to get rid of it. The engine is a 235 6 cylinder with 67,000 original miles and it runs (fairly, but it runs) The body was re-painted to original color and is flawless. The stainless trim is a little banged up and needs repair, but there is almost no rust on it because it was garaged all these years. The only rust it has is a few small spots in the trunk. There is no carpeting and the upholstery needs completely replaced, which I was quoted $1,100 to fix. Other then what I have mentioned, the car is in great shape. I have whitewall tires with good tread and 4 extra new tires. I don't know where to look to get an accurate appraisel for it and I don't want to be ripped off.

2007-09-08 17:00:37 · 5 answers · asked by jok3r_1717 1 in Chevrolet

2007-09-08 17:00:21 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Dodge

2007-09-08 16:53:26 · 7 answers · asked by TONY_18951 1 in Ford

2007-09-08 16:51:54 · 4 answers · asked by ysh 1 in Nissan

its a/c used to be cold enough but now its very week and not very cold.......so i need to make it colder any ideas??

2007-09-08 16:44:09 · 7 answers · asked by rick 2 in Nissan

Today while driving my van I noticed that my speedometer wasn't working. it is stuck under the pin that is located below the 0 mph - what happened and how do I fix it - tried some self diagnostic stuff with the ignition switch and the trip button and nothing worked. Noticed that all the other electronics work and that the van is turned off the dial on the speedometer drops really low in the area on the bottom of the face of the speedo and the trip/odometer is working.

2007-09-08 14:43:17 · 11 answers · asked by rpvanvalk 2 in Chrysler

I am looking at a '66 Ford Mustang, a automatic 289 coupe. I really need a pricing guide like a checklist. I would like to know what makes it more valuable and what makes it less valuable. It would be great if someone could provide a checklist for all options of the car, for example if it's a V6 or a V8, because I'm not sure, or if there are certain aspects which need restoration, like rust, or cosmetic issues. The owner is reluctant to take the time to do the research, so I gave up on asking hopelessly for 6 months - and go ahead and do it for him. It does not run, and he says it needs to be restored. It will definitely need a new paint job, and likely some cosmetic work if not a lot. I dont know anything more than you know at this point. I'm not even 100% positive it is a 1966, but anything you can tell me helps, thanks.

2007-09-08 14:25:23 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Ford

I have a 98 chevy s-10 pick up and in hot muggy weather, it just shuts off...no warning, no chugging no nothing....just shuts off. I have to pull to the side of the road, start it (Starts fine) and keep driving. It only does this in hot muggy weather. Is there anything I can do to fix this?

2007-09-08 13:45:06 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Chevrolet

I am looking to put a new engine in my 86 f-150. It is 2wd and has a efi 302 V8 in it now. I was wandering if someone could give me advice on what size I should go with and where I could get one from. I was also going to buy a new automatic transmission for it. Thanks

2007-09-08 13:20:10 · 5 answers · asked by Chase 1 in Ford

How do I tell if the cam shaft and the crank shaft are in time with each other??

2007-09-08 12:42:32 · 5 answers · asked by Xylophia 3 in Dodge

i would also like too see any pics of a regular or extended cab.

2007-09-08 12:27:19 · 5 answers · asked by dustin_del1 1 in Toyota

2007-09-08 12:07:30 · 7 answers · asked by Brice 1 in Chevrolet

I desperately need to replace the alternator belt on my 1994 nissan sentra, but cannot figure out how to do it without having to remove every other belt in the engine, since it is the interior belt of 4 belts. Anyone have any advice or instruction? I am no mechanic, but capable of doing anything with step-by-step instruction. Help?!

2007-09-08 11:37:36 · 4 answers · asked by jenn 1 in Nissan

I kind of think its ugly, they should go back to the body styling from last year.

2007-09-08 11:34:40 · 8 answers · asked by ⌈Jason⌋ 3 in Mercedes-Benz

battery goes dead on 2007 corvette ! after fully charged ,it is dead next day ! any one having similar problems . Appreciate your input!

2007-09-08 11:24:27 · 13 answers · asked by case v 3 in Chevrolet

The whole number on the block is D9AE-6015-ED-24 then under that it says 2K29. it is in an 86 ford F150 4x4 wanted to know if it is a 302 or a 351 windsor need to know size and yr so we can get parts.

2007-09-08 10:44:32 · 5 answers · asked by yummy41465 1 in Ford

2007-09-08 10:00:40 · 7 answers · asked by LadyL 2 in GMC

I'm looking at a 96 dodge ram 2500 diesel 4x4 truck club cab. The truck will be used for hauling tractors via goosneck trailer, The truck has brand new heads, new injectors, the front end has been re worked all is new there, the truck has the towing package gooseneck hitch is included, the truck starts and runs good, oh it has a new heavy duty clutch that has about 1000 miles on it, a heavy duty tranmision that was just placed in it 5 speed. It does have a diesel leak at the filter but the guy said he would fix it, it has all the transmision temp gauge, turbo gauge, and all. It has a few cometic things that needs to be done, the seat is tore front, the power seat was just replaced, it does have white smoke untile it gets warmed up, the truck has plenty of tourqe you can take off in 3 and fourth and it goes right on. It drives real good rough but they all do that, The only thing that the abs and brake light comes on and goes out, he said he has had that looked at and they say

2007-09-08 08:17:56 · 6 answers · asked by Gene 5 in Dodge

I have an '89 240 wagon. Does anyone have experience with upgrading the suspension? The lowering springs, suspension bars and dampers offered by IPD intrigue me, but I would like to know your opinion about the cost vs. benefits. Thanks!

2007-09-08 07:24:57 · 7 answers · asked by Paul 2 in Volvo

I hear this everywhere I go.

2007-09-08 07:22:49 · 7 answers · asked by Spartan Mike K 6 in Ford