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are all engines the same? by Jizzosh[_1_]
Alright, here's what I'm getting at: currently, the car I'm driving before I get my liscense is an in-line 4 cylinder. Now, just say that each cylinder has a displacement of .5 liters for each type of 4 cylinder(v, inline, boxer etc.), would they all have the same RPM? Or does the crankshaft have...
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July 25th 06 08:09 PM
by Steve[_1_] Go to last post
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Buying old cars with a ton of miles on them.... by phaeton
On one hand, I feel like I'm just asking for trouble.... Slowly over the last few years I've nurtured a desire for a MKIII Toyota Supra- 1986.5-1992 model years. Specifically I want an all-original, unmodified white one with a Targa Top, turbocharged engine and 5spd transmission. So now...
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March 28th 09 06:19 AM
by phaeton Go to last post
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FINALLY found the true source of my "loss of power" problem... by Don Bruder
I posted a couple-few weeks ago about my '82 Mazda 626 having intermittent issues with losing power under load - At that time, figured that the trouble was related to a dead or dying Alternator not putting enough juice to the battery, and therefore interfering with spark - Seemed to make sense,...
March 12th 05 02:29 AM
by Frank Go to last post
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How to diagnose any possible engine damage from overheating by [email protected]
Hi We have an Honda Odyssey minivan with an Aluminum engine. My spouse had an animal hit that caused some front end damage (bumper etc). It also damaged the radiator to leak and she drove the vehicle (normal town driving 30-50 mphs speeds) for about another 150 miles over 3-4 days. When I came...
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December 17th 06 03:51 PM
by hls Go to last post
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Top ten all american sports cars by Philospher
Top ten all american sports cars http://mailone.blogspot.com/2007/08/ten-all-american-sports-cars.html
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August 9th 07 08:32 PM
by Hudson[_6_] Go to last post
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Can anyone tell the difference between rotors and pads (truthfully)? by jim
"Stuart A. Bronstein" wrote: > > > This is nonsense. Excessive braking can result in warped rotors, but > > braking on turns has nothing to do with it. > > According to this article (probably the best on the Internet) > http://www.babcox.com/editorial/bf/bf100326.htm > > "Many technicians are under...
March 4th 06 01:33 PM
by jim Go to last post
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Radial Ride Rough on 71 AMC Matador by sctvguy1[_2_]
On Mon, 30 Dec 2013 22:22:40 -0800, Bill Vanek wrote: > On Tue, 31 Dec 2013 06:07:04 +0000 (UTC), sctvguy1 > > wrote: > >>On Tue, 31 Dec 2013 00:03:59 -0600, T0m $herman wrote: >> >>> On 12/30/2013 11:48 PM, Bill Vanek wrote: >>>> On Tue, 31 Dec 2013 05:38:37 +0000 (UTC),...
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January 12th 14 05:19 PM
by Nate Nagel[_2_] Go to last post
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AMSOIL Synthetic 5W-40 European Engine Oil by AMSOIL Dave
European Car Formula Synthetic 5W-40 Motor Oil (AFL) AMSOIL European Car Formula Synthetic 5W-40 Motor Oil is specially formulated for the lubrication needs of modern European gasoline and diesel cars and light trucks. Formulated with advanced AMSOIL synthetic base stocks, premium additives and a...
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May 4th 07 08:53 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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mobile 1 by Built_Well
Mark A., again, your thinking is very old-fashioned when it comes to comparing 0w-30 to 5w-30. As I said, you should consider doing some current reading about the 2 viscocities. Dr. A. E. Haas, a Florida physician and surgeon who has researched fluid dynamics for decades, has written the...
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October 17th 07 02:51 PM
by Steve[_1_] Go to last post
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Acetone In Fuel Said to Increase Mileage by Stan Weiss
Acetone In Fuel Said to Increase Mileage, Has anyone tried this? http://www.pureenergysystems.com/news/2005/03/17/6900069_Acetone/
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June 26th 06 10:09 PM
by Norm De Plume Go to last post
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vacuum leak = low mpg? by Tom[_36_]
Some time ago I had a sudden drop in mileage. At about the same time, I had the first ever CEL code on my car, a 2002 Buick Century V6. The code was P0442 http://www.obd-codes.com/p0442 which is "Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)" I used to get about 23 mpg, now I...
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October 28th 10 01:58 AM
by Paul in Houston TX Go to last post
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corvette battery 1992 How do I change and reset alarm by skydoc
My battery is dead in 92 vette. I can't figure out how to change battery...it's busy in there...also when i try to charge current battery..the alarm goes on and won't turn off even with key...any help??
April 13th 07 03:52 AM
by skydoc Go to last post
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Overheating Subaru Legacy AWD Wagon... by Hachiroku $B%O%A%m%/(B
1997 Subaru AWD wagon, "L" model, basic car. Replaced coolant and thermostat and ran car static for an hour at a time about 3 times. Would initially overheat (when I replaced the coolant), cold air coming from the heater, then heat started coming from the vents and the guage went down. As I was...
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May 27th 14 09:41 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Why is my 1985 s 10 2.8 engine so hard to start ? by [email protected]
Ok,i have been searching for an answer to why my truck is so hard to start. I have done everything i know to fix this but no luck yet . I have put a re-manufactured carburetor on it.I have checked all the vacuum lines,replaced the fuel pump. manual pump. I have a clear fuel filter that look good. I...
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October 22nd 17 02:12 AM
by Bill Vanek[_2_] Go to last post
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GM Techs....i have a grand am problem with my 3.3...slight miss by scale
WEll i have a 1993 grand am with around 114000 miles on it. The engine has a slight miss under load (i cant seem to tell at idle). If i have one foot on the brake and one slowing pushing the gas i can feel the miss. I have replaced the intake gasket, IAC, o2 sensor, plugs (gapped correctly), Plug...
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February 22nd 05 12:48 AM
by Lefty Go to last post
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1986 Toyota Van LE, Starting problems by [email protected]
I just replaced the alternator, battery and starter, checked ground connection solid, battery cable replaced a few years back. When the ignition key is turned on, sometimes it starts ... sometimes it don't, it just "clicks" and "clicks" (solenoid making contacts), but would not crank the engine. ...
May 16th 07 05:47 PM
by Comboverfish Go to last post
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coolant loss from 99 oldsmobile alero with 3.4L by Finite Guy
Check your Throttle body gasket. I had an intermittant leak on my 93 Lesabre, same engine. On Thu, 18 Nov 2004 10:32:46 GMT, Anthony > wrote: (Mike) wrote in news:6cad5565.0411171629.74faeb38 : >
December 21st 04 03:50 AM
by finiteguy Go to last post
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Chinese cars coming. by Kayla W
Any thoughts about the quality or safety of chinese cars? They were shown at the auto show. (I wont buy a China car regardless of quality) If China is considered to be an enemy why are we importing their cars? Whats next Iran and N. Korean cars?
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February 4th 07 05:26 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Jumping a Car Battery by Buck Turgidson
Just want to confirm the procedure to jump a battery - connect the 2 positives (red), then the negatives (black). Then disconnect starting with the black? For some reason, I had it in my mind that you connect the black first to prevent an "open ground", but I guess I am wrong. Appreciate any...
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January 29th 05 10:00 AM
by Bill Darden Go to last post
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Did Buick make a 3.1L V6 for 2002 LeSabre? by [email protected]
Good morning, We're searching for a first car for my daughter and stumbled on a 2002 LeSabre Ltd. with 50k miles. Surprisingly, for a teenager, she likes it, so I've looked for reviews, recalls, etc., and can only find them for a 3.8L for the LeSabre. Have I missed something? Might the seller...
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August 31st 15 08:35 PM
by Sanity Clause Go to last post
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