Maintenance & Repairs - July 2007

I just got a 2000 ford focus and Ill admit its not in the best shape but I can afford it so it'll have to do for now. But I'm kind of car retarded. Yesterday my tires started making this god awful squeaking/whistling sound (it sounds like it is just my back right one but idk) anyways it only does it when I break or start to go and it only does it if I have been driving for 15- 20 mins. I dunno what the hell it is. I would normally have my boyfriend's brother or my uncle look at it but ofcourse they both have to be out of town right now so I thought if I could figure it out then it might save me money if I had an idea of what it is. Does anyone on here have a clue of what it may be? Thanks

2007-07-12 05:58:28 · 5 answers · asked by Neek 1

Hi, over a week ago (07/03/2007) I had a "Mobile Mechanic" by the name of Ben Harp come to my house and change the head gaskets and check the heads on my 92' Jeep Cherokee Laredo. After he was done and left I drove my car and it sounded and felt horrible. I called him back the next day (07/04/2007) and he said he'd come take a look at it on Friday. Well, he never called back and wouldn't answer my calls. I have the receipt and a copy of the check we gave him. I paid him $465.85 to change the head gasket, and the thermostat. Before he did this the car drove fine, but there was oil in the coolant (meaning a blown head gasket). But now the following things are wrong.
- Very rough start up
- Idle drops very low
- Loss of horsepower
- Knocking noise from the engine
- Knocking noise from the exhaust
- Shifting is off
- A few bolts are missing
- Thermostat gauge doesn't work
Should I get an attorney right away? Legally, what would you do in this situation?

2007-07-12 05:40:05 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have a 99 nissan altima and whenever i get around 20mph the front end shakes, i thought i needed tires so i got two put on the front but it is still shaking what is going on and is it safe to drive?? thanks

2007-07-12 04:50:06 · 21 answers · asked by I love dooneys 6

There was a funky smell in my car and it took me two days to figure out where it was coming from. Apparently when I went shopping on Sunday a package of pork chops fell out of the bags and was left in my trunk for two days in 100 degree weather. The stink was incredible and now I can't get rid of it! The smell is not nearly as bad as it was before I got rid of those rotting porkchops, but now it will not go away. I sprayed the entire car out with Febreeze but it only sort of covered the smell and didn't get rid of it. Any suggestions?

2007-07-12 04:39:22 · 9 answers · asked by *Cara* 7

I have a 2003 Toyota Corolla. It has about 48,000 miles on it. How often as the car gets older is it necessary to get the car's oil changed?

In the past, I have been trying to get the oil changed every 3,500 miles or so.

I do both highway and city driving. Lately, its been mostly highway because I drive 60 miles roundtrip to/ from work and its all highway.

2007-07-12 04:33:41 · 11 answers · asked by Stareyes 5

2007-07-12 04:05:04 · 7 answers · asked by Michael S 1

Thats what I mean when I say it jumps into first gear, but the car does run good.

2007-07-12 04:04:29 · 2 answers · asked by hmcarrsr 1

When I make left turns with my vehicle the tires often squeak.

2007-07-12 03:38:42 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-12 03:13:31 · 1 answers · asked by hmcarrsr 1

2007-07-12 02:57:42 · 10 answers · asked by Kelly 3

Do I need a new battery or is there something more serious.

2007-07-12 02:56:04 · 3 answers · asked by Mle5210 2

Been driving OTR for a while, and dropped by to help parents on the old farm.

2007-07-12 02:55:47 · 1 answers · asked by Kelly 3

My (diesel) truck will not start when cold, even in summer, unless kept warm by cranking every 4-6 hours. Does anyone have any ideas what would cause this and how to fix it?

2007-07-12 02:37:46 · 5 answers · asked by wolf_grscreen 1

2007-07-12 02:32:22 · 3 answers · asked by Anglcake 5

i need to find tha produt

2007-07-12 02:13:26 · 1 answers · asked by el.cuba 1

The mechanic diagnosis was my water pump went out. He gave a estimate and begun to work on my car . Average time for repairs was 7-10 days.First week he said he had order a defective water pump and had to re-order. Called two weeks later and said pick up the car its running great and that he also went inside my motor to clean oil deposits. He phone me back and said not to pick up car because my oil light wouldnt go out ask me if this ever happened and i said no. He told me to give him a day to check problem. I had already spent 200 on rental cars. Its been almost a month. He said he would give me a loaner car until he fix my car he never did. I called him every week to check on my car he said he dont know whats goin on with my car, but he assured me he will take care of it even if it cause him money. This went on for almost two months until one day i had enough and he never fix my car told me i needed a motor he will take care of it. I spent $900+on rentals and $200 in parts he's got

2007-07-12 02:12:57 · 8 answers · asked by dimediva 1

I bought an acura legend 1992 from a car dealer. They gave me a 30 days warranty for engine and transmission. Now 2 weeks later the car starter is going bad and the speed sensor is not working. are these part of the engine and transmission... is the warranty suppose to cover them?


If yes what should I do now since they telling me we are not going to repair that.

2007-07-12 02:12:09 · 2 answers · asked by unknown11233 1

i know i can higher the brake pedal by turning the bolt joined to the arm.the problem i have is that i can loosen it but not tighten it.brakes are a bit low for my liking and i like to feel it quite firm.any suggestions would be great.thanks.

2007-07-12 01:51:17 · 7 answers · asked by jiffcol 1

and how much of my exhaust am i likely to have to replace? possible cost? Its a 1996 ford modeo

2007-07-12 01:20:14 · 13 answers · asked by emn2111 3

I am interested in identifying parts on my truck that I don't know the names of, on the front -end

2007-07-12 00:49:22 · 2 answers · asked by ricchaw54 1

2007-07-12 00:23:20 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Could you tell me advantage of diesel?

2007-07-11 19:28:55 · 8 answers · asked by fpx 1

My pickup seems to lose power when it is hot out and i run the ac. Is there anything that i could do to stop this. I have custom dual exhaust, tuner, kn intake kit. Wondering if its the heat being sucked up by intake or if the tranny is getting too hot.

I dont have this problem when the ac is off. So i know the ac is causing something any ideas.

2007-07-11 19:20:10 · 6 answers · asked by schampoo2002 3

2007-07-11 18:49:57 · 9 answers · asked by norrieboy69 1

I just posted my friends 91 Chevy S10 Blazer 4 door in the auto parts section of Craigslist for $350.00 or best offer hoping to get at least $230.00 for it. The posting has been successfull so far since i had over 17 Emails about it. The vehicle runs, but it has a hesitation problem, and will need to be towed. It looks good, but the bad thing is it has over 203k on it. I got people questioning me about the tires, interior, and mileage. Dont these people realise they cant expect much from something this old?

2007-07-11 18:12:06 · 4 answers · asked by Craig C 2

2007-07-11 14:42:39 · 15 answers · asked by Carolitaz 1

2007-07-11 14:32:51 · 6 answers · asked by David 2

I had my car in the shop. When I Took it in it was at 500 RPM's at idle. Now it is at 1000, and it is drinking gas like it has a straw. I need to know if I need to take it back to the shop. Thanks

2007-07-11 14:19:14 · 7 answers · asked by esri9 2

i changed the motor in the fan and then i checked all the fuses , i dont know whut else it could be, also when i turn my a/c on the compressor kicks on and then off again, its fine when i drive but when im idle it does that.. please any help would be app...

2007-07-11 14:14:40 · 7 answers · asked by Derek B 1

What will happen if i put R 134a into a r12 system that has not ben converted.?

2007-07-11 13:48:06 · 11 answers · asked by Chris J 3