Maintenance & Repairs - July 2007

I have a 94 Achieva and it won't start. Stored it for the winter and now it won't start. Replaced the Crankshaft sensor and coil for the spart plugs. The Engine turns but will not fire up. So we took in the Starter and replaced it also. Still no go, Battery is fully charged . If you hold the key in you will start to see smoke come out of the engine but no start. Anyone have any other ideas?BTW it is the 2.3L engine by GM with the OHC 4 cylinder set up.

2007-07-23 01:53:37 · 2 answers · asked by 3LB0Y 2

Someone told me I had to be careful if I washed it with a pressure washer because of the electrical.What's the right way to do it?

2007-07-23 01:47:09 · 5 answers · asked by Luv u 2 2

It needs an engine rebuild, suspension work, interior, paint, etc. I live in Ventura County (California). Do you know of any good shops that specialize in classic restorations for things I can't do myself? Thanks!

2007-07-23 01:11:14 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 1980 chevy stepside truck I restored. The tail lights brake lights are on when I turn on my headlights at night. So the rear turn signals and brake lights will not flash when brakes are applied or flash when turn signals are used. The lights are bright like the brake is being applied all of the time. But my front turn signals will work just fine. When the headlights are off, The rear lights work just fine. Any ideas on how to fix this?

2007-07-23 00:02:14 · 4 answers · asked by HITCH 3

We have a 2004 Honda Accord LX. The battery has died a couple of times, and i need to know how to move it without having to start it.

2007-07-22 23:56:54 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Head gasket has blown twice on my car (Nissan Micra, 1994)- first time the overheating (blocked radiator) was not diagnosed. Does the 2 h. gasket repair jobs mean that it is now weakened- is it likely to go again????? (the AA man said so) ???????

2007-07-22 23:56:27 · 5 answers · asked by Peace 2

I had sent my car off for its free annual service from BMW. All this was done no problems but when my car arrived back, their driver informed me that the windscreen wipers had broken during his journey. BMW collected the car and are now informing me I have to pay £127 to have this fixed. Should i be responsible for having fixed something that wasn't in my possesion at the time? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

2007-07-22 22:17:01 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

i already knew how to drive a manual car so i did not stall or grind often in the beginning but this morning when i pushed my clutch pedal down to start the car but it seemed like it had no resistance half way and was somewhat resistant at the last inch or so. but my car started normally and then to my surprise even though my clutch was down all the way my car wouldnt go into reverse! it started making a grinding noise so i try putting it into first and it wouldnt go. it wouldnt go into any gears. whats wrong with my car? does this mean i burnt out my clutch or i need more fluid? i drive a 2000 integra ls 95000

2007-07-22 19:23:17 · 6 answers · asked by bkstarx1 2

Hey, I'm looking for a globe compartment for my 89' Acura Integra 2D car. Any ideas on where to look? It doesn't matter if is not new, as long as its in good condition.
Thank You...

2007-07-22 17:17:28 · 3 answers · asked by Edith 2

at the most recent visit, they overfilled the oil by about 3/4 of a quart. Is this harmful? It is a 97 chev S10 4 cyl. Last trip they fixed a leaking tire that I didnt have nor ask for. I could go on and on. I know, you ask why I go back. I'm a little short on common sense.

2007-07-22 17:12:33 · 9 answers · asked by expertless 5

I have an airstream thats been sitting in the woods for 10 years, it got a little greenish and lost it's lustre. I saw a normal one today and is was nice and shiney and i wanted to know how to clean it.

2007-07-22 17:10:17 · 9 answers · asked by Blacob 3

I need to take mine in and I don't want to get taken on the price. I'm in the southern California area.

2007-07-22 17:01:40 · 6 answers · asked by lameasslongbrdr 1

Dosn't it run off the alternater or belt why such a difference in gas useage?

2007-07-22 16:59:39 · 9 answers · asked by felixtricks 3

I didn't slow down for a turn. Dumb on my part. It's fun taking corners sharp. I don't do it anymore after this. But I was at a light and i took a left turn real quick and I saw a motorcycle come up on the same direction I was turning, so i swerved a bit to not hit them. And i hit a draining ditch curb. It was loud. I almost lost control. I'm a young driver. And So then I pulled over off the road. and the right passenger side rim was scratched. And my tires were okay. I was frickin scared. Now theres some scratches on it. Only on a certain part. Will it rust. They are custom. I don't know if they are chrome or aluminum. And I don't have enough money to take it to the shop yet. This is my car and I don't want my parents to know. Do I need to get anything checked out also? My signal light came off too and I shoved it back in.

2007-07-22 16:53:54 · 5 answers · asked by Ricky 3

I recently purchased a new Nissan Versa hatchback.There was a scratch about 7 inches long on the hatchback door at the time of purchase. The dealership has offered to send it to a local body shop to repaint the entire door. I've heard horror stories about body shop paint jobs starting to crack and peel within a year or two. I really don't know how deep it is. Am I better off just leaving this scratch or should I get the paint job?

2007-07-22 16:44:55 · 4 answers · asked by deepseas72 2

i used the 3m smooth transition tape when i was doing a spot repair for shooting clear coat. it still left thin lines ,maybe scuff marks how do i fix that problem?

2007-07-22 16:43:20 · 2 answers · asked by Freddie B 1

I am interested to know if this is all possible since the price of gasoline is slightly higher then diesel. If we are able to use bio-diesel is there any conversion kit needed?

2007-07-22 16:25:29 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am thinking about buying a v6 5 speed car in KS. It has sat for around 6 months. Will it be bad to drive it about 1 mile to where I am going to have the gas drained oil drained and the coolant flushed? Is there anything else that needs to be done? It also has had new tires put on it just before it was set out. Will it also be ok to drive for that mile and will it run with a bad EGR valve?

2007-07-22 15:50:32 · 5 answers · asked by kyle 1

Just wondering!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2007-07-22 15:38:53 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

i need to find it to fix my car.. where is it????thanks

2007-07-22 15:08:34 · 4 answers · asked by fisherkid13 1

My 1990 ford f150 xlt lariat AC compresssor is not turning on? The air isn't cool, but the air is very powerful, and has enough freon in it.

What should I do to get the ac compressor to turn on?

2007-07-22 15:05:56 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

My 79 Chevy Blazer didn't pass emissons, my Idle Hydrocarbons were too high, I heard putting a bottle of rubbing alcohol in your gas tank will help you pass? Does this work?

2007-07-22 14:44:01 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

My car engine died and it was told to me it has no compression. I recently had head work done to the engine and I think the mechanic might have done something wrong. The mechanic claims my radiator is why my engine overheated and died. Can a bad radiator cause compression loss or is it because of the repair work done to the head?

2007-07-22 13:58:54 · 9 answers · asked by LP 1

It is a 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 (V-6). Acceleration and power have both decreased over time.

2007-07-22 13:56:05 · 4 answers · asked by Matt M 1

2007-07-22 13:53:09 · 4 answers · asked by mp65 1

i recently charged a car by doing that and was told you can blow a fuse by not putting it on something metal

2007-07-22 13:39:30 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

The nail is stuck and I can't get it out without using some force. I can hear air leaking out when I try to take it out. Can I drive it a few miles to get it repaired?

2007-07-22 13:37:03 · 16 answers · asked by Patrick W 1

My civic will just stop running. Then it will not start up, maybe for an hour or so. We struggled with this for months-no one could figure it out. The dealer has replaced the battery, distributor, throttle body with map and tp sensor (they had it for 2 months). We just got it back, same problem. We drove it about 25 miles. Stopped for about an hour. Then we started the car and drove it about 100 feet-it shut down and will not restart. It has a new hot battery. The engine turns over fine, it will just not restart right away. When its running-it runs fine-no problems???
Any ideas??? thanks a lot-

2007-07-22 13:35:42 · 5 answers · asked by Skip-Jack 2

When I add freon to my vehicle, it cools down the car for a few days and then goes away. Is there possibly a leak? If so, how do I fix it? The air still blows out - in fact, when turned to the heat side, the car heats up. So what are your suggestions?
Best,

2007-07-22 13:12:41 · 6 answers · asked by DeaKon4 1

Earlier today I was going to go to the gas station but its so d*** expensive. So i ran to the kitchen and pulled out some of that white vinegar sh*t and filled it in my gas tank. You'd think it'll work since they both are 4-methyl ancillicilicates but my car isn't running now and I'm afraid I ruined something. I called the mechanic and he said I was an idiot and repairs could run $500+ I know hes just trying to fleece me so I tried to fix it myself. I tried to counter act the effects with bleach since it is a base but I think I messed up the fuel system even worse. What should I do?

2007-07-22 13:04:00 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous