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99 GMC Starts then Dies. by Chris
I have a '99 GMC pickup with the 5.3 Vortec that has an intermittent starting problem. The engine will not restart under various conditions. After long crank times and jump starting the engine will start. On other occasions the engine will restart and then die as soon as the ignition switch is...
December 16th 04 02:26 PM
by Libby Chantel Go to last post
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mazda mx3 shudder by marina
I have a '93 Mazda MX3 that shudders when idling; it doesnt seem to affect performance, but I wonder if this is a common condition, and if anything can be done about it. I took it to a mechanic and he replaced the motor mounts, which didnt help at all, but cost...
December 16th 04 04:12 AM
by Chopface Go to last post
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n0 Heat chrysler 300M by Ralf
Not getting any heat in Chrysler 300M -- 1999 Model with 45000 miles... have tried all the buttons, but only slight warmth... all blowers work ok any help/advice/counsel will be much appreciated. Ralph Griffith
December 15th 04 11:50 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Max Seating of Chevy Blazer 4-door 2004 by hw
I'm going to rent a Chevy Blazer (4Door) 2004 from Alamo. I never drove a blazer before. Yahoo Autos says its max seating is 6. http://autos.yahoo.com/newcars/chevrolet_blazer_4-door4wdls_2004/13798/style_specs.html?p=int Can somebody who has a blazer help me verify about that? Thanks! -H
December 15th 04 09:11 PM
by ray Go to last post
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What fluid for F250 Manual trans by Rich
I'd like to change the fluid in my '88 Ford F250 5 speed manual transmission. One parts clerk says to use regular 90 wt. gear oil, another says regular transmission fluid. Big difference... What is the correct stuff to use? TIA Rich
December 15th 04 07:35 PM
by Ad absurdum per aspera Go to last post
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December Only by jushil
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December 15th 04 06:47 PM
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CO2 emissions test by Old Wolf
I heard in the news today that California tests vehicle emissions for CO2. This sounds insane to me. The main reaction in an engine is petrol + oxygen ==> water + CO2. So in order to reduce CO2 emissions you must either make your car less efficient (eg. produce some C instead), or use less...
December 15th 04 06:38 PM
by Don Bruder Go to last post
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repairing brake fluid damaged body? by [email protected]
I am looking at buying a vehicle that was vandalized with brake fluid all over one side of it. I'm not too concerned about appearance, I'm thinking about just cleaning it and painting it over with some matching spray paint. Is there anything I should be worried about? Could the metal have been...
December 15th 04 09:02 AM
by Don Bruder Go to last post
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Oxygen sensor / emission test by Jeff Rogers
Hi, I had a emission test for my 97 camry two days ago. The result came out is really good compare to the provincial standard( I live in Ontario Canada). But after the test I found that check engine and ABS light both on. After a few minutes ABS light off but engine check light still on. So today...
December 15th 04 05:10 AM
by Rick Colombo Go to last post
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Symptoms of Bad Wiper Motor by Don Bruder
In article >, (User132384) wrote: > Hi, > > The wiper motor on my 85 Chevy Caprice makes a squealing sound on "High", > and once I even saw smoke coming from it, when on the "High" setting. The > wipers move more slowly...
December 15th 04 01:32 AM
by Mike Romain Go to last post
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Collision damage to aluminum hood + headlight assembly shattered by y_p_w
Had an accident a few days ago. Stupid mistake on my part. Fortunately, everyone was wearing seat belts, the collision was at low speed since the other driver braked, and in my opinion nobody seemed to be seriously hurt. The fire dept did check us out and transported the other driver...
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December 15th 04 01:22 AM
by y_p_w Go to last post
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Was: 96 Chevy Pickup Intake Leak? by bob
Had a Intake manifold leak on my 96 Chevy Pickup with 5.7L. Leaking from passenger side front. Thanks for all of the help on this so far! When I pulled the intake, I was surprised to see the 2 intake ports on the front of the motor on passenger side (2 and 4 maybe, can't remember how Chevy...
December 15th 04 01:13 AM
by Anthony Go to last post
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Fluids/Additives for Manual Transmissions by Death
wrote in : > > Jim & Mary Tibbs wrote: >> Robert Riley wrote: >> > >> > Hi. I am looking for a fluid or additive that might help us be > able >> > to get into first gear easier on our '91 VW Golf. I have to
December 15th 04 01:10 AM
by Death Go to last post
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Any walk-in stores with synthetic 5w20? by James C. Reeves
"Eric F" > wrote in message ... > Saw Valvoline Synpower 5w20 today at Pepboys I saw Castrol Syntec 5w20 at Autozone. They also had Mobil-1 0W20 which is supposed to be a direct substitute (according to Mobil-1).
December 15th 04 01:02 AM
by James C. Reeves Go to last post
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Escort Automatic Transmission by Mike Himelfarb
Hi... I have a '93 Escort 1.9 with 4 spd O/D automatic transmission. Two days ago I noticed the O/D didn't kick in when I hit 60 kph (40 mph) as usual. Temperature was below freezing and, when the tranny heated up the problem disappeared. I thought, ok, it's old with a ton of mileage on it so...
December 15th 04 12:48 AM
by Erik Litchy Go to last post
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Maryland State Emissions test failure-any suggestions? by old school bmw owner
1986 BMW325e 178,000 miles: First test: FAILED NOx . So I changed oil and oil filter,spark plugs and air filter. Ran a full tank of gas with a bottle of Guaranteed to Pass and put a bottle of Heet in tank before retest with Chevron 87 octane gas. I ran the car for over 1/2 hour before retest to get...
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December 15th 04 12:40 AM
by Dan Drake Go to last post
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very wide ratio gearbox by Smokeyone
I have been search for an extremely wide ratio gearbox and have tracked down the ZF S 5-42 - 5.72 first to .76 fifth. Is anyone familiar with this box or do you know of one with even more range. Thanks Smokeyone
December 14th 04 07:31 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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service advisor in Canada by Jack
Can anyone give me a basic idea of how much money does an average service advisor makes in Canada ? Do they work for a fixed salary or they earn commission according to the service they are able to sell ?Just need to have some ideas because my son who just graduate from high school is considering...
December 14th 04 05:52 PM
by Mike Romain Go to last post
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Unmodified gasoline engines running off seawater? by TCS
On Wed, 08 Dec 2004 01:22:54 -0500, James Masologites > wrote: >Found this, sounded good, has anyone else heard of this? Running an >unmodified gasoline engine off hydrogen thats created from seawater and >an "inexpensive metal...
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December 14th 04 04:19 PM
by ed Go to last post
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Locate cutout on Nissan Micra auto trans casing? by Paddy
Hi Nissan Micra 1989 1.2 automatic. I need to locate the cut-out on the transmission casing to access the torque converter-to-flywheel bolts. I have tried first by removing the starter motor but there is not enough space to get a spanner in there. Anybody any idea where the cut-out is located and...
December 14th 04 03:12 PM
by Paul McGuinness Go to last post
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