Maintenance & Repairs - May 2007

2007-05-12 03:40:41 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have an impco model e lpg system on my 3.9 classic range rover.
it runs perfect on petrol, but as soon as i run it on gas it back fires.
it will do it 2 or 3 times then it blows the pipe off the plenum chamber.
ive had the timing done , but it still does it.
it only does it when accelerating.
can anyone tell me what it wrong , because i want to sell it ,and need the lpg working.

2007-05-12 03:34:36 · 4 answers · asked by COLIN D 1

2007-05-12 03:28:41 · 9 answers · asked by cmarcolette 1

Even though the cable is tight already - I have to disconnect and then reconnect. There is something either in the battery or the cable that interrupting the flow from the battery. Any ideas? Thanks

2007-05-12 03:22:57 · 7 answers · asked by cora1 1

I am tring to replace or modify a ignition switch on a 94 Lumina and was told something about changing the VATS. Does anyone know what that is or how to do that?

2007-05-12 03:01:54 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-12 03:01:33 · 5 answers · asked by seyed mohammad saeed j 1

I'm having problems with my 2001 Mazda Tribute... it's recently started ideling rough, and going down the highway - usually between 40 and 55 mph. it starts jerking back and forth.. if I let off the gas it stops, or if I stomp on the gas it stops.. Another problem I've had since owning it ( I bought it used ) is around 45 mph. if I'm lugging it ( automatic transmission ) it will make a grinding kind of rattling sound under the car somewhere? If I'm able to speed past 45 mph. it doesn't do it at all.. I have no idea what either of these problems are - could the two problems be connected? What could it be?? Other than these two problems the car seems to run perfectly fine. It's really got me stumped.. I have No idea what it could be ?! Please help!!

2007-05-12 02:59:53 · 1 answers · asked by fabulousfun2 2

2007-05-12 02:46:13 · 4 answers · asked by curious2 2

We have a 93 honda civic and a hose that is leaking and its right under the distribiter. My bf took the cap off the distribiter already he wants to know if there is any thing he should know about the distribiter before he takes it off? like if its not on perfectly will the car not start stuff like that plz help

2007-05-12 02:41:24 · 8 answers · asked by raver_love420 2

2007-05-12 02:40:40 · 3 answers · asked by ALFRED P 1

I recently had to replace my intake manifold gaskets because of coolant leakage. When I had the lower intake manifold off the engine, I inspected it vigorously for cracks and I found none. But after putting everything back together and putting the bolts to torque, I noticed a crack beside the bolt behind the alternator. I was just wondering what I could do to possibly repair this crack. Even if it's only temporary. I was going to use JB weld but their site says not to use it on manifolds because the manifold could get higher than 500 degrees. Anyone used JB weld on an intake before with no problems? Is there anything else I can use to fix the crack? I don't want to braze it because of the possibility of warpage from the soft aluminum.

2007-05-12 02:13:02 · 7 answers · asked by boredpenguin2 2

2007-05-12 01:56:55 · 18 answers · asked by David S 1

(Besides sugar in the gas tank and slashing tires.)

2007-05-12 01:56:30 · 25 answers · asked by xx_mastermind_xx 1

Or should i just let my mechanic do it? If it is DIY, how do I do it?

2007-05-12 01:03:13 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

it says on the instructions can be used via the ignition to automatically switch on ,when the ignition turns off

2007-05-12 00:58:26 · 1 answers · asked by sean c 1

I am reinstalling an engine that I paid someone to do, needless to say they did not finish

2007-05-12 00:06:22 · 5 answers · asked by brandon j 1

2007-05-11 22:04:53 · 6 answers · asked by leroy612hung 2

does anyone know how to detect an earth in your cars engine?

2007-05-11 21:49:39 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

The oil light on my car came on as I turned a corner. I didn't realize until then that I had let it go so long with out a change. I checked the dip stick and there was no oil on it. I plan on taking it to a garage tomorrow. The nearest to me is about 25 miles away. Should I put a quart of oil in before I take it to ensure that I get there with out messing the engine up? Or Can I just wait? If I need to put more oil in, what kind should I put in?

I am totally stupid when it comes to car motors. Please forgive me for sounding so dumb.

2007-05-11 18:36:34 · 14 answers · asked by The PENsive Insomniac 5

my chrysler 2.2L 4cyl has 82,000km on it, and started leaking a bit of oil out the bottom of the car somehwere before winter and i stored it in the winter and placed a large cardboard underneath....after there was some oil on the cardboard.....well anyway come april 20th, i changed the oil and checked for leaks underneath and doesnt seem to be leaking anywhere but i notice small spots of oil underneat...oil pan is is not rusted out....i had a new valve cover gasket put in last year....its not burning oil.....but yet after a while on the dipstick it gets down to the add mark....do i have bypass going through rings....i dont get why its losing oil.....also antifreeze is not in oil....

2007-05-11 18:28:30 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was driving down the road at about 40 mph. I saw that the light was red, so I pressed the brakes. There wasn't much resistance from the brakes and I ended up pressing the brake pedal to the floor, and yet, my car continued to move forward. I could press no harder than I was but the car kept strolling. Luckily the light turned green, and I avoided rear ending the person in front of me. I drove slow all the way home, still having the same problems. I put in brake fluid, but that didn't seem to help any. Could there be another reason for my brakes no longer working?

2007-05-11 18:00:46 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

If your car won't start because the battery is low or dead, whats the greatest way I can use I battery charger if I can't find a jump start? Can I just hall out the battery charger with an extension cord, connected it and start? Or do I need to disconnect the battery cables first and wait a while? Or disconnect and not have to wait a while? thanks!

2007-05-11 15:49:34 · 8 answers · asked by ? 2

my nissan 1993 maxima SE
the AC is not cold at all this year
it ran perfect the year before
can the water pump pressure really affect the AC?
how much should a new water pump cost for my car?

2007-05-11 15:34:31 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I read somewhere that the W stands fdor Winter and I don't understand what the winter is in a definition of oil. Then what about the 10 W 40 or the 5 w 20 ?
please adivise.
thanks

2007-05-11 14:29:12 · 3 answers · asked by chris w 1

I have a white 1995 chevy. I got the touch up paint that is suppose to match,but it really doesn't and it looks like I put white nail polish on the spot. I was told to use a light sand paper only on the chipped spot so I did,it looks even worse because now it looks dull. I know it won't look perfect, but is there anything I can do to make it look a little better. If I use rubbing compound on it ,will that make it look better? There is no way I'm going to have any part of the car repainted either. Is the paint not matching because the paint on my car is old and has been in the sun and stuff? I have touched up spots on cars that were a darker color and did not have as much trouble, paint seems to match better with darker colors. I'm surprised because I thought white would be the easiest to touch up. So not true,it's the worst.

2007-05-11 14:07:33 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-11 14:06:15 · 2 answers · asked by curious2 2

Should i really use premium gas for my mustang...Would it make a difference? Would octane boosters help when added to regular fuel?

2007-05-11 13:09:21 · 6 answers · asked by Juan R 1

2007-05-11 13:07:48 · 11 answers · asked by redmakinajr 1

I have a 2007 GMC Sierra Classic, and one day i went with some friends to go mudding. Afterward, the front fender broke and the tires had to be repaired. The Next day driving the truck, the chassis began to shake and got worse when i drove faster. I don't know what the problem is. Can you help me out?

2007-05-11 12:45:31 · 6 answers · asked by Ja- K Smiyuls 3

I'll try to describe: Imagine a two-wheel dolly with little (8" tall x6" wide) fat tires/aluminum rims, and a metal box with a lid (instead of a flat platform) that holds a car battery. A pair of thick cables run from the battery box to an engine starter (automotive size). The starter is mounted perpendicular on a bar shaped in a half circle (to be able to pick up & hold the starter) that also has a push-button/ solenoid setup attached where your right thumb could press. At the business end of the starter, instead of a gear (like a car starter) there is a flat disc with teeth. Also on this end is a smaller, flat metal, half circle piece for attaching the starter to whatever you want to spin or turn. So - you can pick up the starter, attach/ mount it temporarily to some kind of motor/engine/gear/something, press the button and make "something" spin. There are a few more idiosyncracies, but maybe you get the idea. Any thoughts? Have pics,Hope someone knows! Thanks in advance!!

2007-05-11 12:40:46 · 5 answers · asked by kc farrell 1