Maintenance & Repairs - June 2006

I was wondering, what's a quality oil for a high performance car? Her engine is 10 cylinders V 90°, DOHC 4 valves, 18° crankpin offset.

2006-06-26 14:37:20 · 10 answers · asked by Slick 5

Ok, I have a 97 Chevy Cavalier. Its old and it runs a little rough, but other wise is fine except for when I brake---if I brake too hard, there is a big "thump" noise that happens. And also, it seems the alignment is off, but only when I'm braking. I don't know if I should keep driving on it or get it fixed, because I'm in the process of saving for a new car, so would it be worth it to get it check out? Nobody I ask seems to know what the "thump" noise is. Also, when I turn right, it sounds like something is scraping something down there...anyone have any idea what could be going on?

2006-06-26 14:31:42 · 16 answers · asked by The one and only 3

Car has All Wheel Drive.

Tires have been rotated.

2006-06-26 14:27:34 · 23 answers · asked by joeflaherty 1

I hear a clicking noise when driving, not turning. I saw that the boot is busted and it is leaking grease. Also, please recommend honest, affordable mechanics in Houston, TX.
About how long would it take to DIY on a '98 Nissan Sentra?

2006-06-26 13:41:35 · 9 answers · asked by Christy T 1

2006-06-26 13:38:30 · 20 answers · asked by artic ranger 3

It's been slowly leaking for awhile now, but today it dumped brown water out like a bucket, when I shut it off facing up hill.

2006-06-26 13:36:57 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Not the transmission like everyone told me yesterday.
thank goodness, it only cost me $42 as opposed to 2 G's like some of you said...brush up!

2006-06-26 13:31:32 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

....would you stop and help or just keep driving and enjoy the laugh?

2006-06-26 13:24:44 · 13 answers · asked by ? 6

2006-06-26 13:23:23 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

It's a 1988 Chevy Duro Van, with a 305 motor, 2500 series and a 700R4 Transmission. At first it grabs the gears like crazy but then in maybe even less than 5 minutes it won't do anything but act like you have put it in neitral. What would cause this? And what can I do? Please help me!

2006-06-26 13:10:22 · 8 answers · asked by Katherine B 1

2006-06-26 13:09:07 · 9 answers · asked by shannon r 1

2006-06-26 13:08:42 · 8 answers · asked by toblodyhard 1

Just had it serviced for emer. flashers recall. now he has the yellow warning lite. Does not know what it means, no owners manual. Is it safe to drive with out doing damage? Thanks!

2006-06-26 13:07:03 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I hace a 97 Intrepid that needs an engine. i will travl to get engine or whole car at resonable price. I mostly need just the engine block complete w/pistons. I can use any engine out of 93 to a 97 dodge or chrysler, engine 3.5 liter.

2006-06-26 12:50:36 · 2 answers · asked by ffcraig34 2

I don't wanna blow 40 bucks getting my tires mounted... that money could be better spent on a tank of gas.

Are there any tricks to doing it at home? I already tried with soapy water on the bead and lip of the rim and a screwdriver, I got it on about 4/5 of the way... I can't get the last bit over the lip.

2006-06-26 12:32:12 · 4 answers · asked by jeff_is_sexy 4

I have a 03 chev monte carlo the light came on for like 3 day's then it went off again. The like almost a week and a half later it comes on again. Does that men yor car's in trouble?

2006-06-26 12:21:42 · 23 answers · asked by missredheadd 2

2006-06-26 12:20:35 · 10 answers · asked by Antonia K 2

2006-06-26 11:45:34 · 6 answers · asked by James M 2

I can be cruising along, then bam! hit a pothole or bump in the road, and the front axle will start to bounce me off the road. I have to come to a complete stop in order to regain control. It has a 3 inch Teraflex lift, adjustable track bar and 31 inch tires. Everything else is stock. I've taken it to a couple of places, replaced the shocks and still no luck. Any suggestions?

2006-06-26 11:33:28 · 20 answers · asked by mandeva 1

2006-06-26 11:32:00 · 6 answers · asked by jean7111 2

2006-06-26 11:28:12 · 3 answers · asked by suicidejockey 1

My 1988 chevy blazer is somewhat of a reliab vehicle,but the paint has faded and shows little rust.I don't want to spend a lot of money on a paint job,but I would like to make the vehicle look nice and not spend a lot of money.Just the basic paint job is what I need.I currently live in the city of columbia south carolina.

2006-06-26 11:04:05 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 1999 chevy tahoe with front and rear A/C. I am not getting any air at all from the front vents but all other vents are blowing air just fine & strong (floor, defrost, combo, etc). When A/C is on, the air is cool in the front but colder in the rear. All the switches/controls seem to be working ok (temp control, direction flow, blower/fan control). When I switch from hot to cold (or vice versa), the actuator door is opening and closing as it should. I took it to an a/c mechanic (friend) and he checked the suction on the vacuum and inspected the hoses and it's all good. What could possibly be the problem? Is there another actuator door in there somewhere that I should be looking for? The book doesn't help much or at all. Any help would be greatly appreciated because it be hot over here. =)

2006-06-26 10:57:27 · 9 answers · asked by lazywolfy 2

2006-06-26 10:57:23 · 6 answers · asked by tony_ray2000 1

My 18 y/o son has been restoring a 67 Firebird in the garage. I'm not talking about a little oil such as an oil leak, but alot, like the whole quart.
Thanks, Budding Mechanic's Mom

2006-06-26 10:44:07 · 14 answers · asked by dfwmiss 1

This car was working fine and I let it sit for 3 weeks..
Wanted to take it out today and it started and then wouldn't shift out of park..I hit the brake real hard and still it would not move..

2006-06-26 10:22:47 · 3 answers · asked by chevroletz28lover 1

I have a 2005 ford f150, with cloth interior. water seems to leave stains on the seats. I have tried a couple of spray and vacuum type cleaners, but they dont seem to work. any suggestions?

2006-06-26 10:15:03 · 6 answers · asked by shawnd518 5

2006-06-26 09:55:59 · 4 answers · asked by Thomas H 1

Where can you get those different color grease pencils or whatever kind of markers they use to mark auto parts when going into a junk yard. I have tried different auto parts stores, and Harbor freight, Home Depot. Everyone knows what I'm referring to, but doesn't know where to go, or exactly what they're called. Anyone know what they are called and where I can get several different colors? Thank You!!

2006-06-26 09:40:28 · 9 answers · asked by Leigh 3

Toyota Camry 2001
Brakes have been squeeling a lot recently.. time to replace the pads I guess.
Any suggestions on what to do?

2006-06-26 09:31:14 · 12 answers · asked by TheAllKnowingFizz 2