Maintenance & Repairs - November 2007

I have a 96 Avalon that is clicking when I turn, I was wondering what it would cost to have it repaired, and if I did it myself, how difficult is it?

2007-11-02 09:38:17 · 4 answers · asked by Cherry 1

what do they mean when they say this and is it hard and expensive to fix it? Engine needs crank

2007-11-02 09:20:18 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have an 02 civic.
Stock it is 120 HP. What is it now after I added all that?

2007-11-02 09:14:27 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

How much would it cost to paint a 1992 Lexus ES300 the black paint is faded...but i would like to have it painted black again ...since the door jambs are already painted how much do you think it would cost?

2007-11-02 09:03:06 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-02 08:46:31 · 2 answers · asked by jay j 1

I have a 1968 GMC Sierra P/U with a 327 5.4L 78 Corvette engine. While running in idle the engine died, to be safe I replaced the distributor, cap, rotor and ignition coil (all 78 corvette HEI). I double checked that the spark plugs were in the proper firing order, the starter will crank and the engine will turn, carburator smells of fuel (engine back fired once or twice) . I'm at a blank, what could I be missing? Fusable link maybe? All fuses look good and I dont see any obviously damaged wires etc.

2007-11-02 08:35:34 · 4 answers · asked by David G 1

i had the whole passenger side of my new mark 5 vw golf scratched with a key last month, although the scratches arnt that deep, will continuous use of t-cut help in blending it in, instead of shelling out on a respray.

2007-11-02 08:30:58 · 12 answers · asked by chante 1

2007-11-02 08:29:01 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-02 08:27:40 · 4 answers · asked by jay j 1

2007-11-02 08:24:18 · 6 answers · asked by jay j 1

and after the tires have heated up?

2007-11-02 08:21:56 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-02 08:19:11 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

What would you say to him. A radiator is a metal rectangular container under the hood that is used to cool the engine. Thanks.

2007-11-02 08:16:43 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

I bought one of those jumpstarter batteries that doesn't require a second car. It says the car needs to be 12 AC or something? As opposed to 6 or 24... What does that mean? Any precautions or tips? It's currently charging in my guarage and I plan on using it tomorrow.

2007-11-02 07:57:54 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want to customize my 98 pontiac grand am. see it has 178 000 on it. But my question is is that if i start adding new parts for the old vehicle with so many miles, will it run like new again as i customize it (adding new parts to worn out ones? transforming it into a new car from scratch by adding parts and designing it to make it look more attractive......be specific and also can i reverse the age (milage) on it too? or would the miles still remain there?

2007-11-02 07:54:46 · 6 answers · asked by aninjashinobi25 1

alterbator or battery problem on 97 hyundai elentra

2007-11-02 06:58:41 · 10 answers · asked by Nan 1

i use to build racecar engines,work in machine shop.also worked in a auto restoration shop building top notch calander cars.things got slow now put application in local benny's store,not saying im going to get job but its a huge difference going from automobiles to retail,possibly running a register.do you think ill have problems adjusting if i get job im kinda nervous about applying for this type of job but thats all their is right now.do you think im over qualified.tell me your experiences.

2007-11-02 06:07:21 · 4 answers · asked by mr. y 5

i have a two door suzuki jeep yr 99. it seems . whenever i pour in coolant or water i can literly see the water running out . i lived in the bahamas ( is me living here and driving this car a problem, i was told by someone that is a problem) now back to the radiator problem . do i need to get a new radiator or is just a leak? that can be fixed

2007-11-02 05:57:48 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was driving my dodge neon with the ebrake on..lol isnt that crazy? Anyway...i only drove it for like 7 mins no higher than 2nd gear...i didnt really notice it till i kept hearing a grinding noise when i tried to reverse. What does this damage if you repeatedly do this?

2007-11-02 05:56:18 · 4 answers · asked by tosimple2xplain 2

It runs unsteadily anyway and then as soon as i put it in Drive it cuts out, the same with Reverse. It sometimes works but usually it doesn't.

2007-11-02 05:31:31 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

My husbands truck has an oil leak and it has left and unsightly spot in the middle of my driveway. Does anyone have any clues as to help remove this spot?

2007-11-02 05:16:57 · 16 answers · asked by Colorado_Woman 1

2007-11-02 05:15:44 · 4 answers · asked by dgclip1981 2

I replaced my car battery about a month ago (light was left on all night) I have had the car 3 years and it was used when I got it...anyways ever since then my car won't start unless I jump it, but if I do jump it it will run as long as drive it? what could be the reason it doesn't hold a charge?
btw..its a 99 saturn coupe if that makes a difference.

2007-11-02 03:34:15 · 6 answers · asked by Gigi 3

I have a honda civic 1.6sport 2002 reg and need to get some extra bhp from the engine. I already have a k&n induction kit fitted but still need that little bit extra power. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

2007-11-01 23:49:24 · 12 answers · asked by loyal2scotland25 2

can not break loose nuts any tips on removing with out breaking studs & if they break how to replace not a whole lota room to work

2007-11-01 22:32:30 · 4 answers · asked by J/C 3

We were told that a rod bearing is bad in our engine and it will cost around $3,000 to repair. The oil has been changed every 3000 miles and the vehicle only has 87,000 miles on it. What is the best way to pull the engine for possible replacement or repair? The mechanic said we must have gotten a lemon because he's heard very little in the way of problems. Other problems we've had repaired consist of wheel bearing replacement 4 times, defective sliding door, coolant leak, air conditioning stopped working a week after warranty was up and air bag system malfunction. I had an extended warranty from GM on the motor only. We noticed a noise from the lifters and took it in for repair. It was supposedly repaired but one week after the repair, the rod bearing is damaged. Can anyone advise on how to proceed with this van?...short of a bonfire?

2007-11-01 22:17:34 · 2 answers · asked by Lynn 2

I want to fit my own tyres to motorcycle and car wheels. Would I get away with obtaining a set of levers? Do I need other tools. What's the basic kit I need?

2007-11-01 20:46:48 · 3 answers · asked by t88ny 1

no power is going to spark plugs to turn over vehicle; all fuses, starter, sensors and power check out. The ECU was checked also and replaced. Could there be an additional problem resulting from lite accident that would prevent Jeep from turning over? HELP

2007-11-01 19:47:35 · 4 answers · asked by mystiq68 1

My car with 45,000 miles on it has the following issues...

1. The car jerks at every shift after it warms up

2. After I back out of the driveway and shift into drive I accelerate, the car revs kind of high, moves a little, then catches on and jerks really hard. After that...

3. The car drives normal for about 10 minutes, then it starts to jerk at every shift (1,2,3)

::I've had the transmission fluid flushed by the dealer already::
::No Help::

4. Also, there is this "clattering" sound when I accelerate while i'm going about 25 mph. It clatters and stops after I reach about 40 mph

5. Today I was waiting in the car in the parking lot with the car on, and in park. The car trembled noticealby, like it was going to die out. It's done that twice

6. The gas guage isn't so accurate either...you get in the car in the morning and it says it has a little left...once I get out of the neighborhood it's below the red line, then the "low fuel" message appears

2007-11-01 19:00:10 · 9 answers · asked by Dude 4

My 1991 Nissan Sentra has been overheating lately on very short trips. My dad put a brand new cooling fan on it in August and as far as I can tell it is switching on. I can see it and hear it. It is also full of coolant. I don't see anything leaking.

My dad says he thinks the simplest explanation is that the thermostat isn't opening up to let the coolant through. One of my colleagues suggested the water pump. What could be some other, if any, possibilities for the cause of this? My dad is usually my mechanic, but I am now 600 miles away and I do not want to get ripped off by some mechanic who thinks I'm some dumb woman.

Thanks.

2007-11-01 17:46:40 · 6 answers · asked by Lady Geologist 7