November 2008

  • i can't find my chilton manul and need to know the toqure on the head for a head gasket change

    By mous on 11/30/08 8:12pm
    2 Comments

    sorry on an 86 olds cutlas cerria

  • 1990 toyota 4- runner anti theft lug nuts

    By mous on 11/30/08 10:58am
    2 Comments

    I just bought a used 4-runner. It has after market rims on it. The problem I have is it has those anti theft lug nuts on it,But the car came from auction and the special lug nut wrench made to remove those security lug nuts is not any where to be found.How can I find a wrench to remove them? Or is there a way to get them off without one? I'll just put regular lug nuts on if I can get these off.

  • SQUEAKY FAN BELT

    By mous on 11/29/08 8:09pm
    2 Comments

    I have a squeaky fan belt. I put belt dressing on it and it got worse. I read somewhere that brake fluid will remove the squeak because it penetrates and softens the belt. Any recommendations

  • How much is it worth?

    By mous on 11/29/08 2:34pm
    2 Comments

    I am looking at buying a 94 prelude and it is all decked out and stuff the only prob is that it has 189000 miles and they want 6000 is that worth it?

  • No Subject

    By mous on 11/28/08 6:05pm
    2 Comments

    anyone know what the air pressure should be for the tires on a 1995 mercury sable wagon

  • Re: 1990 Towncar Heater

    By mous on 11/28/08 10:42am
    2 Comments

    Turned off my car heater yesterday and it stays off. I don't seem to have a fuse for it and fuses all look ok. Why would it do that? Possibly the off switch is broken but it seems to move okay. Didn't have any problems when I turned it off - did not have to force it. Just curious.

  • Re: Car Shakes at high speeds, and brake pedal shakes when i push it to stop

    By mous on 11/27/08 4:52pm
    3 Comments

    I have a '93 Pontiac Grand Am, about 130,000 miles. When im driving on the highway and reach about 65-70mph my car shakes violently, it shakes alot more when i turn to the right, and when i turn to the left it doesnt shake as much.
    Also, when i push the brake pedal the pedal and the car shakes, the faster i go and push the brakes the harder the pedal and car will shake. When im pulling up to a Red light at slow speeds i push the brakes and it feels like there a lump or something on the brake pad and everytime it like goes over it the pedal shakes and the car kinda jerks. Please Help :)

  • Re: Air ride suspension for 92 towncar

    By mous on 11/27/08 3:16am
    3 Comments

    I just replaced the back suspension air bags in my Lincoln towncar, the problem I have is that It now does not go up automatically as it used to. I can't find out what's wrong.

  • No Subject

    By mous on 11/26/08 8:57pm
    2 Comments

    I'm thinking about getting a honda. Can anyone tell me what the model abbreviations stand for. cx, ex, dx. Thank You!

  • Honda Civic LX - Overheating

    By mous on 11/26/08 3:37pm
    3 Comments

    I have a '94 Honda Civic with 165K miles. It starts to overheat when driving but when then the gauge goes down when stopped. All fluids have been topped off and the thermostat replaced, but still does it. Non-Honda dealer said that they think the head ga$ket could have problems and is plugging up the combustion chamber not allowing the coolant to flow through the engine. I asked about the radiator, but no response. Am I getting my chain yanked or could this be a legitimate explanation for what is going on? I've never had problems with the car in the past and it's been running perfectly fine until today. HELP!!! I can't afford a new car!

  • burning out

    By mous on 11/25/08 5:57pm
    8 Comments

    how do you burn out in a front wheel drive car and a rear wheel drive car? is it possible in an autamatic car?

  • car-talk.net

    By mous on 11/24/08 3:19am
    8 Comments

    Drive in and lets talk shop! Tell us How to repair, ask questions, get step by step instructions, offer your advise on any cars.

  • knocking 99 ram

    By mous on 11/22/08 2:33pm
    3 Comments

    We have a 99 Ram with a 5.2. It has always knocked, since about 25k miles. We have replaced the PCV twice, and had the ignition software updated. After getting the first pcv replaced, it worked fine for a month or two, then started knocking again. We ahd the siftware updated, and it was fine for a few months. After that, it pinged like hell, almost constantly. We then had the PCV and ignition replaced again, and it seems OK after 2 months. There is still an occasional loud "TICK" from the engine under heavy load. Should we look at the EGR system, or what else?

  • anyone have a car question?

    By mous on 11/19/08 1:05pm
    2 Comments

    anyone have a car question?

  • tornado fuel saver

    By mous on 11/18/08 10:42am
    11 Comments

    I'm looking for feedback for the tornado fuel saver. Does it work, I have a 33' motor home with a 454 that gets 6 MPG. I'll try the tornado fuel saver to get to 8 MPG, Junk or a good thing?

  • Tornado Fuel Saver or Super FuelMax?

    By mous on 11/18/08 7:33am
    10 Comments

    I saw some commertials on those two items(Tornado Fuel Saver and Super Fuelmax), and they probably increase a fuel economy, but I don't know if there is true or not. Is there anybody who used one of those items? Does it really work? If so, can I use both of these at the same time?
    Thanks for your help.

  • no air unless moving

    By mous on 11/17/08 5:46pm
    2 Comments

    i have a 97 chevy s-10 that had cold air but now it only has air condition when you drive it at 30 mph or more . can anyone help me?

  • brakes for an 88 prelude

    By mous on 11/16/08 6:29pm
    2 Comments

    i need new brakes and it is really bad, but including new rotors and everything, the estimate was worth more than the car. i am trying to sell this car, but it's not worth it for me to fix the brakes before i sell it if it's going to cost a bundle. so if any experts or commoners would like to tell me where to get the best deal on fixing breaks in the southwest michigan area, it would be ever so helpful.....thanks

  • annoying belts

    By mous on 11/16/08 5:39pm
    12 Comments

    My 95 eclipse has less than 70k miles on it and is on its 4th or 5th set of belts. I have to replace them because they "squeal" very loudly, usually for no apparent reason. My mechanic says they aren't loose, the only way to fix them is to change the belts. What is wrong, can I change the pulley system. It's really embarrassing to have a clean, well running care that can be heard a mile away, HELP!!!

  • No Subject

    By mous on 11/16/08 5:27pm
    4 Comments

  • No Spark @ startup

    By mous on 11/16/08 2:32pm
    2 Comments

    I am working on a ford e150 van with a 302 in it And i am not getting a spark from coil until we let off the key switch, then we see a small spark and engine wants to start but doesnt. Should also mention that the motor is just being replaced and are having the this problem on startup. I have tried coil,modulator and Ignition Switch Solinoid. Any suggestions?

  • 88 honda prelude won't pass emission test...help!

    By mous on 11/14/08 5:38pm
    2 Comments

    speedometer is not working,check engine light is on and it will not pass the emissions test....help!

  • dead cruiser

    By mous on 11/14/08 11:53am
    3 Comments

    I need a wiring diagram for a toyota LJ78 landcruiser. The one for the e.c.u can you help

  • Re: Toyota with no turnsignals

    By mous on 11/13/08 3:51pm
    2 Comments

    I have a 98 tacoma. I 'm having a problem with the turnsignals. If the headlights are on, the passenger side signals stay on and don't blink. But with the lights off, the signals work fine. ANy ideas?

  • 83 clutch problems

    By mous on 11/13/08 12:02pm
    2 Comments

    ya im converting my clutch to a hydraulic clutch and i need to know what yr. car i have to get the parts off of do u know?

  • tornado fuel saver

    By mous on 11/13/08 9:31am
    11 Comments

    I am looking at buying a tornado fuel saver. I already have a K&N intake on my truck. I have a 94 toyota 3.0 4x4. I was looking for some advise to see if anyone has tried this with an intake system already on their car?

  • air bag

    By mous on 11/11/08 11:44am
    3 Comments

    How do I change a blown air bag on 94 plymouth sundance

  • 95 camaro problems......HELP!!!!!!!

    By mous on 11/10/08 10:41am
    3 Comments

    HI , I OWN A 95 CAMARO WITH THE LT1 MOTOR . IT HAS ABOUT 72,000 MILES AND IT SEEMS LIKE IT IS CUTING OUT OR SKIPPIN AT HIGH SPEEDS. AT ABOUT 110 -120 IT STARTS TO CUT OUT ,LIKE ITS SKIPPING OR MAYBE STARVING FOR FUEL, IT NEVR DID IT BEFORE, ANY SUGGESTIONS OR COMMENTS? E- MAIL ME AT MINDERASER66 @AOL.COM
    THANKS

  • Serpentine belt 1988 Buick 3.8 with/air replacement

    By mous on 11/9/08 4:51pm
    2 Comments

    is there an easier way of changing this belt with out having to remove the altenator

  • Silly car question

    By mous on 11/8/08 7:12am
    2 Comments

    Hey, guys - I KNOW there's somebody out there who can help a poor Russian translator... I'm looking for another word to say "car" - specifically, a very fast Porsche two-seater. I need something snappy and very American. Kind of like "dragster", except that you wouldn't call a Porsche that, right? Thanks lots.

  • oh Jeez,,,don't start that again Eliza,,please

    By mous on 11/6/08 3:18pm
    2 Comments

    oh Jeez,,,don't start that again Eliza,,please

  • 89 HONDA PRELUDE,IS IT JUNK?

    By mous on 11/5/08 8:38am
    3 Comments

    I HAVE AN 89 HONDA PRELUDE THAT I LOVE.IT HAS THE 2.0 SI MOTOR WITH THE 5SP TRANNY.I CAN NOT KEEP COOLANT OR OIL IN IT,WHAT'S WRONG?IS IT THE HEAD GASKET OR IS IT SHOT?

  • windstar transsmission

    By mous on 11/5/08 7:37am
    2 Comments

    my 96 Windstar has 106000 miles,2 questions:
    1)how often mustt the oxygen sensor be change
    2)the mwchanic is trying to convince me that the transmission must be flushed at a cost of $150.
    should it be or should the fluid be changed.

    Thanks

  • Chat Only

    By mous on 11/5/08 5:31am
    2 Comments

    Can anyone send me a vacumn line diagram for a 1991 Dodge Shadow 2.5???

  • Re: Nissan Sunny battery drain

    By mous on 11/3/08 4:07am
    2 Comments

    Can anybody help - I am finding that there is a slight drain (about 100ma) on the battery even when all the fuses are out - sometimes i don't use the car for weeks on end so it can be a problem. I have found that disconnecting the outer lead (1 of 3 ) from the pos battery terminal solves the problem - and when i re-connect it i can hear a relay clicking in somewhere near the headlamps - this may be the auto choke relay but i don't know for sure . Does anybody know if this drain is normal or if i can cure it . My best idea so far is to put in a switch for the lead mentioned - but it's still a bit of a pain. Any replies gratefully received.
    Best regards
    Mick West (Essex - England)