Maintenance & Repairs - January 2007

im planning to restore this nice box car, So what Best and Legal Engine should i go with? Are there any Limitations or restrictions in Engine Swapping? or I can use Any Engine I want as long as it Fits? PLEASE HELP! Noob here!

2007-01-06 18:50:27 · 7 answers · asked by allain e 2

and what is a cv joint?

2007-01-06 17:40:11 · 2 answers · asked by Doc Manhattan 3

I have static-cling stickers on my car from parking passes over the years and they are literally BAKED ONTO my windows, when I try to peel them, they flake and come off in tiny bits, or they don't come off at all! How can I remove these?

2007-01-06 17:12:25 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I drive a 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse and while driving on the highway, the battery light came on, shortly followed by the SRS light. Within half an hour, my car wouldn't shift gears. It's an automatic and when I would speed up, it just stayed in first and never switched. I pulled over and once the car was turned off, it wouldn't start again. My boyfriend jumped it and it started but once back on the highway wouldn't switch gears again, and when we pulled over to jump it again for the third time to get it home, it smelled like it was overheating. I have been having electrical problems the past month, my dash lights and tail lights dont' work and when the fuse is replaced it blows within an hour. What could be wrong????

2007-01-06 16:44:32 · 13 answers · asked by ? 2

A guy my son works with owned a 1991 Lexis 250 se. It has leather seats,air,power windows and sun roof. It also has 150,000 miles on it,3 flat tires and a bent right strut. The guy had it setting at his apartment for several months and the apartment manager told him to move it or he was going to have it towed away. When i first saw the car I new he only had 2 hours to move it or loose it. to make a long story short I bought the car for $170.00 . IS THAT A GOOD DEAL OR WHAT

2007-01-06 16:25:16 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 2000 dodge neon. Last week we had the oil changed and all the fluids topped off before we were taking a long trip. Everything was fine. A few days after we came home, we were driving to the store and before we got there noticed that the temp guage was at hot and you could here the bubbling under the hood. Since the oil was changed, I did notice a a slight burning smell whenever I'd drive it but figured that maybe some oil had spilled on the engine and it was just burning off. When the car was overheating, we noticed there was no antifreeze left and it had all spilled out onto the ground. We got the car home and the next morning when it was light out, refilled the resevoir and radiator to see where the fluid was leaking out from and there were no leaks. We replaced the thermostat but for some reason so we're not sure if that took care of the overheating problem yet because it hasn't done it since but it's still leaking anitfreeze, any ideas why? What's our next step?

2007-01-06 15:57:30 · 12 answers · asked by mama158432 2

my bf put kerosene in the gas tank, he used a gas can, but it had kerosene in it he didnt know.. it wont start, what will it do to the engine? its a 05 AVeo

2007-01-06 15:57:11 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I put it in drive, and it will move forward slowly, but it won't respond when I press on the accelerator. It does this for a few seconds before it finally responds. It also happens in reverse. Any ideas? How much do you think it will cost to fix?

2007-01-06 15:52:17 · 7 answers · asked by Go16 4

2007-01-06 15:39:26 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 2000 Plymouth Neon and it has 97,000 miles on it. I recently got a minor tune up but now my check engine light is on and my car acts as if it wants to cut off when I stop at a stop light or for a short period of time. It kicks off in short spurts and then slows down. What is wrong wit my baby?

2007-01-06 15:24:08 · 11 answers · asked by MS 1

I have a 1992 Toyota Tercel, I have just replaced an engine that had a cracked block with another engine. My problem is that when it turns over I have Antifreeze spilling oout of my Exhaust Manifold. I do not mean onto, I mean coming out of the manifold itself. Can anyone help me out on this. It is possible I have mixed some hoses up, I was pretty meticulous with labeling and putting things right back where they were, but I am up for any suggestions. Thanx.

2007-01-06 15:12:03 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Need to measure drain on 12volt car battery when ignition and accesories turned off.
Will use multimeter to measure, probably in miliamps.
Need to know how to connect to system without burning up or damaging meter. Thanks.

2007-01-06 15:08:49 · 5 answers · asked by firsthornet2000 1

We have a 1999 Ford Contour. It has 2 problems I need help with. 1)The warning chime does not work when the headlights are left on or when the key is in the ignition. 2) The interior light does not come on when you open the door. You can switch it to on and it works but when you put it on "door" so it lights when the door opens it doesn't work. I have checked all the fuses and can't find any blown. Please help. My 17 year old daughter drives this car and has already left the headlights on(running down the battery). I am also very concerned for her safety since the interior light does not come on at night when she enters the car.

2007-01-06 15:08:47 · 2 answers · asked by lifeishard1 1

my ford exact 'real' tire size is 185/70/14, however, i replaced the front both tires with 195/70/14 (used tires). My 1992 ford-topz has 180,000 on it. Hows bad or good that?

2007-01-06 15:05:54 · 12 answers · asked by flah10 2

2007-01-06 15:02:19 · 1 answers · asked by ginnyed 1

2007-01-06 14:32:48 · 10 answers · asked by Jag . 1

2007-01-06 14:29:21 · 6 answers · asked by fastboymatt 1

Cad. replace the first set free. I had to pay for the second set, and they alread are showing wear. I have been back to the dealer numerous times. Anyone else have any suggestions or having any problems.

2007-01-06 14:16:12 · 11 answers · asked by Joan R 1

2007-01-06 13:56:42 · 1 answers · asked by TONYSNOW 2

2007-01-06 13:52:43 · 16 answers · asked by Ashley 2

I have a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 with about 113K miles on it. The front end just began making noises ranging from a repeated "GRRRRUMP" to a more constant grinding noise. The noise lessens, and sometimes goes away almost completely at 60-70 MPH. The noise is completely non-existent in 4WD, which made me think it could be in the transfer case, but the noise also changed sounds once while I was turning, which made me think it might be a CV joint. I haven't been under it yet for any diagnosis, but I was wondering if anyone else has had a similar problem?

2007-01-06 13:44:43 · 3 answers · asked by Answer Master Dude 5

was driving down road and van turned off -just like you run out of gas- replaced timing belt- van timing is set -everything the way it is supposed to be but van will not start- what do you think it could be

2007-01-06 13:32:13 · 13 answers · asked by allaboutus 1

2007-01-06 13:25:17 · 2 answers · asked by hyper guy 1

I just bought a new battery so I know the problem is not electrical.By giving the car gas it stays on but when I am coming to a stop or just starting the engine the car l drops rpm's slow then eventually shuts off and I turn the ignition to start it back up.I think it has to do with the fuel injection pressure. the car is a infinity q45. let me know!

2007-01-06 13:21:30 · 12 answers · asked by Nathann S 2

Last night we had a bad storm and it caused a power outage. When the power came back and I tried to turn my PC back on it wouldn't turn on.

I looked to see if there was the little lights on the back of the PC but they also where not on.

I opened my case and i could see any burnt marks.

could it just be the power supply or could i be up for a new computer?

2007-01-06 13:15:14 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

How long is the Chilton book for replacement of the Fuel Pump of a 98 Ford Explorer?

2007-01-06 13:03:50 · 3 answers · asked by oe542 2

1999 dodge interpid 3.2 engin. we have installed 3 new starters car still will not start . starter is engaging but will not catch fly wheel fly whell is ok have checked all electric systems can;t find problem there we also bypassed switch went directley to the starter from battery is still would not start. i need help

2007-01-06 12:56:22 · 6 answers · asked by pat d 1

When I excel, it sputters like an old lawn mower and it takes awhile to gain power & speed. Very weird since this is my first problem with the car...
Tune up was last done 18 mo. ago or so. Car has 65K miles and runs like a charm!
Please tell me this is cheap!

2007-01-06 12:54:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-01-06 12:52:04 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

REALLY loud and my husband just put brake fluid in it a few wks ago b/c the brake light came on in the dash. It was fine for awhile and the light is still gone but the new symptom of the squeeking appeared. Whats going on and how much will it cost to fix it? Oh and one more thing is it something that my husband can fix himself? Thanks so much!!!!

2007-01-06 12:49:52 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous