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| Subject | Date Asked |
| four wheel drive | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: the four wheel drive on my 2002 explorer will not disengage but it will shift from four low to four ... A: Aaron, There are numerous components that can cause this problem. The one that usually is the prime ... | |
| Nissan Titan | 2/1/2012 |
| Q: When I put my truck in 4hi my rear tires lock up and don't turn unless I give it more gas is this ... A: Andrew, I'm not sure what you mean when you say the rear tires lock up. If they roll free when in ... | |
| My Nissan Pathfinder Light issue | 2/1/2012 |
| Q: My 1995 Nissan Pathfinder has been having issues turning off both headlights. The right headlight ... A: Johnathon, Wow, this is an unusual one. Sounds like you have a shorted relay, or wire. You will ... | |
| 2002 dodge 1500 dome lights | 1/31/2012 |
| Q: I recently purchased Recon truck lights for my running boards and would like to hook up the white ... A: Charlie, I would purchase a repair manual for the Dodge. It should have the wiring diagrams that ... | |
| 1990 GMC 4X4 3/4 TON | 1/31/2012 |
| Q: FOUR WHEEL DRIVE WAS WORKING 3 MONTHS AGO.FOUR WHEEL DRIVE WILL NOT ENGAUGE.CHECKED ACTUATOR ON ... A: James, There is a transfer case relay (on the firewall), a front axle actuator and a front axle ... | |
| air suspension on lincoln navigator | 1/24/2012 |
| Q: I have a Lincoln Navigator 4x4 with all wheel air. My rear end does not raise. I have replaced the ... A: Greg, The following is the inspection and verification procedure for this suspension: Inspection ... | |
| Fuel injection | 1/21/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1989 Nissan pathfinder, 3.0 V6 TBI does it have 1 or 2 fuel injectors ANSWER: John, The ... A: O2 sensors do go out fairly often. The problem is that when they do, they usually don't cause this ... | |
| Denali heated seat | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: the drivers side when turned on high feels like your bottom is going to burn up. Back seems fine for ... A: Dean, This is usually a dealer fix and not always cheap. Could be a faulty switch, but many times ... | |
| Fuel injection | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1989 Nissan pathfinder, 3.0 V6 TBI does it have 1 or 2 fuel injectors A: John, The fuel injectors (2) are small solenoids that allow fuel to be injected into the intake ... | |
| 95 isuzu rodeo | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: speedometer has started to jump back and forth. daughter leaving for school 500 miles away in 2 ... A: Dee, This is usually due to a faulty speedometer cable, or sending unit depending on the type of ... | |
| 96 chevy 1500 four wheel drive wont engage | 1/11/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Chevy truck and the four wheel drive will not work changed the acutuator and checked ... A: James, Here is a copy of a bulletin about this problem. 1996 Chevy Truck K 1500 Truck 4WD VIN W ... | |
| 1997 Chevy 4x4 | 1/10/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1997 chevy Z71 and when i put it in 4x4H the lights flash for 4x4H and 4x4L and nothing ... A: Lp, It sounds like a faulty motor/encoder or transfer case control module. OPERATION The Transfer ... | |
| All Wheel Drive | 1/6/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada with the Smarttrack all wheel drive. Ive haad this vehicle for a ... A: Dillon, Normally full time or all wheel drive vehicles only apply traction to the front, or rear of ... | |
| 99 explorer full-time 4wheel drive | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: do these all ride like crap? bought it had tranny rebuilt shifts fine,about 2000rpm. rides rougher ... A: Dan, Wow. It sounds like you got a real lemon. You should test drive another Explorer the same ... | |
| 96 Isuzu Tooper Bottoms out | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: In an answer to another question years ago to a person with the same problem you indicated that the ... A: Burt Wiand, If your springs are bad, it would be a good idea to replace them. Other possibilities ... | |
| 97 Pathfinder Won't shift into 4 "high" | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: My 97 Pathfinder has an automatic tranny and manual 4WD shifter. You need to depress the shifter ... A: Mike, Is it stuck in neutral, or is it going into 2 wheel drive or is it full time 4 wheel drive in ... | |
| 4x4 | 12/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a 94 ford suv and when i turn the wheels sharp the 4x4 wants to engage it makes a grinding ... A: Dale, I would suspect front wheel bearings, or possibly a bad front axle u-joint. If you have ... | |
| 1993 ford explorer 4.0 | 12/18/2011 |
| Q: look 4 fuel fillter and fuel pump . im thinking there both in tha gas tank .if u can help i ... A: Ricky, The fuel filter should be located on the frame. I have seen them near the engine and in some ... | |
| rear hatch lock re-install | 12/9/2011 |
| Q: just a small re-install problem.My key lock ,when i went to insert my key, fell inside the door.I ... A: Bob, One of my standard answers. Purchase a repair manual at a local auto parts store. These ... | |
| clicking noise when turning | 12/5/2011 |
| Q: i have a 86 nissan 4x4 720 pickup 5 speed manuel trans when i put it in 4 wheel drive every thing ... A: Gary, My first intuition, is that you have cv joints in the front axles. If you do, check them for ... | |
| flashing 4x4 light on isuzu | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: how do i get the 4x4 flasing light on dash to go out the 4x4 worksas it should isuzu trooper 2002 ... A: Peter, You need to check the wiring first. This could be a bad ground or shorted positive ... | |
| Complex 4 Wheeler Automobile Design Model | 11/27/2011 |
| Q: This is regarding a Complex 4 Wheeler Automobile Design Model VIZ Cars, Jeeps, Lorries, Bus, Tempo ... A: Prashant, Wow. I definitely would pursue this idea. Some areas of use could be in major ... | |
| 4 - WHEEL DRIVE STUCK IN 4-HI | 11/26/2011 |
| Q: MY QUESTION IS, IS THE BEST OPTION TO TRY FIRST TO CHANGE THE 4-WHEEL DRIVE PUSH BUTTON CONTROL ON ... A: William, This problem can range from a faulty switch, bad ground, broken wire to a faulty component ... | |
| 99 Chevy S10 4x4 problem | 11/22/2011 |
| Q: My 4x4 will not disengage it is auto push button And it is stuck in 4hi A: Tami, This problem can range from a faulty switch, bad ground, broken wire to a faulty component in ... | |
| Strut rod bushing seat | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: i am replacing the strut rod bushings on a 1986 nissan 720 4x4 the problem i have run into is the ... A: Garry, If the dealer doesn't stock them, or can't order them, you may need to go to a wrecking yard. ... | |
| 4 wheel drive not working | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: i have a 96 ford explorer when in 4 wheel drive the front wheels don't pull tho the front axal turns A: Rob, Are the front axles turning, or is it just the driveline? You may have a vacuum problem at ... | |
| 1998 Ford Explorer 4x4 | 11/17/2011 |
| Q: my 1998 ford explorer 4x4 doesn't drive in reverse. It will drive forward but in 2wd, 4hi, or 4low. ... A: Christopher, You need to take it to a reputable transmission shop. The transmission is the only ... | |
| 92 Nissan D21 pickup CV joint | 11/14/2011 |
| Q: I want to replace the CV joint on the passenger side but I can't get the CV joint out. What do I ... A: Alan, My first suggestion, is to purchase a repair manual. Most auto parts stores have them in ... | |
| Re: Truck won't turn over when i turn the key | 11/10/2011 |
| Q: this Land Rover Discovery '99 ran fine has some oxygen sensor thing needs brakes, transmission fluid ... A: Sally, Actually, this doesn't sound right, but it could still be the battery as it sounds like the ... | |
| Honda Odyssey 2003 alternator | 11/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a Honda Odyssey 2003. Several months ago I was driving and saw lights on dashboard (all ... A: Efim, I would replace the battery as you drained it to a point where it may have overheated, and ... | |
| radio signal | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: I removed the radio to get the dash torn apart to replace the cluster lights, when I put the radio ... A: Janet, You probably pulled the antennae wire loose from the radio. You need to get to the back of ... | |
| Re: Truck won't turn over when i turn the key | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: this Land Rover Discovery '99 ran fine has some oxygen sensor thing needs brakes, transmission fluid ... A: Sally, First of all, it sounds like the Rover needs to go to a reputable shop and have a complete ... | |
| front end vibration | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a front wheel drive 2004 Hyundai Sante Fe. At about 60-65 front end vibrates. As soon as I ... A: Gary, I have seen similar problems, and they were due to a faulty brake caliper that was not ... | |
| 1991 Ford explorer 4X4 4.0 | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: Would you know this vehicle, when warmed up, I park it for about 5 minutes and when I try to ... A: Calvin, This could be one of several things, ranging from a bad coil to a simple tune up. I would ... | |
| Lift kit | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: In march I had a rough country lift kit put on my 05 F250 4X4. Since that day I had death wobble. I ... A: Jim, I can't say for sure what is causing your specific problem, as this is common with large lifts ... | |
| Tahoe 4WD | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: 2008 Chevy Tahoe LTZ. Usually drive in 2WD on pavement. No off-road. Have tried 4WD on dry pavement ... A: John, You should use 4WD on occasion to make sure that it is working, and to help lubricate the ... | |
| Mercedes m350 brake problem? | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: I test drove a 2003 Mercedes m350 today, and i think it has break problems. I had to floor the break ... A: Eric, Yes, be suspicious of both. The brakes on a larger car can be even touchier and easier to ... | |
| Ford Escape | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: Carl I have an older (2003) Escape. Last vehicle inspection I was told it needed new shocks. Is it ... A: Bud, You may be able to get heavy duty/overload shocks that will help the suspension, but this will ... | |
| 2000 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A 2000 TOYOTA RUNNER SR5. WE HAD PROBLEM WITH STARTING THE CAR. AFTER A COUPLE TIME STARTING ... A: Fara, You need to get the mechanic that worked on it to look at it again. I really don't have much ... | |
| 4 wheel drive ground clearance | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: is there any way of finding out what the ground clearance is on 4 wheel drive SUVs by way of ... A: Doug, The lowest point on any vehicle is the differential. You can contact dealers and check to ... | |
| Radio | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Chevy Tahoe. The radio system in the vehicle is BOSE. There is no volume coming ... A: Cameron, Check the wiring to the speakers and check them at the radio to make sure that they are ... | |
| Tahoe 4 wheel drive engagement | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Tahoe 5.3 L. When it snowed, I put it in 4W Low and it seemed to engage low range. ... A: Ron, If your right front was spinning, then your 4-wheel drive is working as designed. If both rear ... | |
| Tahoe 4 wheel drive engagement | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Tahoe 5.3 L. When it snowed, I put it in 4W Low and it seemed to engage low range. ... A: Ron, Try this again, but have someone outside watch the front end to make sure that it is, or is ... | |
| 2007 gmc acadia | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: Carl, I am considering purchasing a 2007gmc Acadia with 58k mi. It just had a new transmission put ... A: Lacey, I try not to advise people as to what kind of vehicle to buy, as this can be a real personal ... | |
| 1994 Ford Exlorer stuck in 4 wheel drive | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: My w 4 wheel dive has worked fine. My son got the car stuck out back in snow and mud. He pushed the ... A: Donna, First of all, I'm not sure what you are saying when you tell me that the hubs are sticking ... | |
| Fuel mileage | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a '96 Dodge 2500 4x4. Would it save me anything by putting on Frt. Lock outs, & ... A: Lee, There are things that you can do to help the gas mileage. Most of these items will make such ... | |
| 1996 suburban won't go into 4x4 | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: My '96 Suburban 1500 4x4 won't shift into 4 wheel drive. When I push the button for 4 Hi the light ... A: Alex, This could be anything from a bad switch, broken wire or a a bad ground. I would purchase a ... | |
| 93 Ford Explorer Sport | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: The upper radiator hose is hot, the temp. gage is red line within minutes, but the heater blows cold ... A: Hector, I would, definitely, replace the thermostat right away as this is an inexpensive fix, and ... | |
| 4x4 on1992 ranger | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: have 1992 ranger with 2.9 engine. push the on dash 4x4 putton and does not engage. is this a vacum ... A: Duane, I would check out the electrical first. It could be anything from a bad switch, broken wire ... | |
| Landrover Discovery CKP | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: > I installed a new crank sensor (CKP) in my Landrover Discovery. It was pretty > much plug and play ... A: Corbett, As far as I know, this recommendation didn't come from me. Once this is replaced, the ... | |
| 2004 chey 1500 4 wheel drive | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: Every time I put my truck in 4 wheel drive and it starts to spin it bends the right side tire rod. ... A: Chris, I'm not sure what you are calling the "tire rod" as this is not a standard term. There is a ... | |
| 4 wheel drive problem | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: I had a new transmission installed in my 2002 jeep liberty 40,000 miles and now my 4 wheel drive ... A: Elizabeth, This is a function of the transfer case and front differential. I would take it to a ... | |
| saab 97x New Venture 126 transfer case | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: 1) is there any to install an override switch to feed power to the transfer case encoder motor to ... A: Casey, I'm not familiar with that transfer case, but you can contact Advance Adapters to see what ... | |
| Chevy 4 x 4 | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: Our 1989 Chevy runs fine in 2 wheel drive but when we put it in 4 wheel drive it wants to pull you ... A: Kevin, First of all, I hope you aren't putting it in 4-wheel drive on a hard or paved surface. ... | |
| 98 Toyota 4-Runner | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: Carl, I hope you can help me. My 4 wheel drive will not engage when you press the button on the ... A: Rich, This is a tough one without actually being there to trace out the wiring. It could be ... | |
| 98 Blazer 4x4 issue | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: I just changed my transfer case motor for my 4x4 and everything seemed to be working fine. It ... A: Jamie, If I'm not mistaken, you have a vacuum actuator on your front differential. You may have a ... | |
| Lifted 2006 Chevy Silverado and ABS | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: Should the ABS system be working in a suspension lifted truck? My warning light stays on, but the ... A: Tim, I would take the tuck to a brake shop that is familiar with 4x4's. This doesn't sound right ... | |
| 4x4 wheel drive chevy | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: 4x4 wheel drive wont engage A: Keith, Depending on what year and model you have, this could be caused by several things. Some of ... | |
| body lifts | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: OK i am 18 and just got a 2 door S10 Chevy blazer 4x4 4.3 liter engine and i want to buy a 3" body ... A: Mike, First of all, I don't recommend any body lifts, as they change the overall center of gravity ... | |
| Car hesitates | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: In the mornings when I go to work, I give the car (2000 Chevy Blazer 4wd) gas and it hesitates and ... A: John, Many possibilities. The first thing I would do is to run a good brand of fuel system cleaner ... | |
| growling noise | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1997 ford explorer and lately i noticed a growling noise comming from the front i think.It ... A: Don, Several possibilities. Front wheel bearings, front axles, front differential low on oil/bad ... | |
| 2002 oldsmobile bravada transfer case knock | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: im not sure if this knock is coming from the tranny or the transfer case the noise seems to be ... A: Daril, As there should be no internal components moving in the transfer case unless the ... | |
| clicking from front right wheel | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 with a Pro Comp lift (done at a reputable shop). I noticed a ... A: David, Whenever you install a lift, you can have bad driveline angles. The taller the lift, the ... | |
| 4-wheel acutator and solenoid | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: The ford repair experts are all "maxed out". I'm hoping you will be able to answer my question. I'm ... A: Mark, I would rate this repair at a 2. This is a fairly easy replacement. I would suggest that you ... | |
| 1998 jeep grande cherokee front end grinding | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: I own a 1998 jeep grand cherokee laredo. After driving long distances the front end makes a grinding ... A: Tammy, I would suggest that you get a front end alignment and have the front bearings checked. It ... | |
| installition of window motor | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: I need to install a window motor on my 2001 tahoe drivers side do i need to buy the regulator as ... A: Here are some basic instructions for replacement of the motor and window. If it is just the motor ... | |
| 1996 ford explorer | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: What causes my windows in my 1996 ford explorer to not roll up if my 4hi and 4lo lights are ... A: Amanda, Sounds like a cross wired connection, or a short in one of the electrical circuits. You ... | |
| Cabin air filter for 2005 GMC Yukon | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: Does the 2005 GMC Yukon have a cabin air filter, if it does where is it located and how do I ... A: Lonnie, Starting in 2003 the passenger compartment air filter is no longer available as a factory ... | |
| ABS | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: 97 Blazer, V6, power everything, 4 wheel drive, auto trans with overdrive. My ABS just started ... A: Kelin, Sounds like a bad ground, bad connection or a faulty sensor in the front brake system. You ... | |
| TECHRON | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: SHOULD I ADD TECHRON TO MY 2001 4 WHEEL DRIVE FORD EXCURSION A V10 AND WHY? A: Sandra, As with any chemical that is designed for a specific purpose, it will not harm anything. ... | |
| need help | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: 1998 jeep grand cherokee laredo... v8 5.2L having issues with shifting...it stutters alot and pauses ... A: Ken, The first thing I would do, is to change the fluid and filter in the transmission. There are ... | |
| shifting problems | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 with a 5 speed manual trans. The tag says its a nv4500. Sometimes it ... A: Ron, Believe it or not, I have the same tranny in my 94 Wrangler with a stock 4 cylinder. This is ... | |
| 2003 GMC 2500 HD 4wd | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: 4wd will not engage. replace actuator today A: Wes, I am not that familiar with this model. From what I understand, there are a couple of issues ... | |
| 2001 ford f150 4x4 rear drive shaft yoke | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2001 f150 xlt 5.4L extended cab off road 4x4. I recently was changing out two of my ... A: Brad, That's some drive shaft if you were quoted $1,600. I would contact some local drive line ... | |
| 4-wheel drive wont engage | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I have an 1986 Jeep Cherokee the four wheel drive will not engage, and honestly has me stumped, it ... A: Tim, First thing to check is the vacuum motor on the axle. These are notorious for plugging up, ... | |
| tires | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Jeep Cherokee sport 4x4 . I currently have 225 75-R15 tires, and was wondering if I ... A: Leah, You should be able to. Sometimes this depends on how good your suspension is. If it is ... | |
| torsion bars | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: i own a1994 gmc sierra fullsize pick up 4x4 350ci automatic the truck rides real rough.i was told ... A: Rich, This is true. If you drop the front end a little, it will allow the suspension to flex a ... | |
| Noise from driver side tire | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: once I hit 15 MPH in my 04 Chevy Blazer I get a whirring And here recently a grinding noise from the ... A: Chris, First of all, there is no way that you should be driving on a tire that is bad let alone one ... | |
| GMC Truck | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 GMC 2500 HD 4x4 and when I am driveing dowm the road the truck drifts from side to ... A: Chance, If you are somewhat mechanically inclined, I would suggest that you purchase a repair ... | |
| GMC Truck | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2004 GMC 2500 HD 4x4 and when I am driveing dowm the road the truck drifts from side to ... A: Chance, Wow, it's time to check all steering bushings, tie rod ends, ball joints, wheel bearings ... | |
| Ranger 4WD Rear Drive Shaft | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a vibration in my rear drive shaft of my 2004 Ranger. I removed the shaft and drove it in 4 ... A: Rich, Normally the u-joint should take care of the vibration problem. Make sure that you replace ... | |
| 2002 Chevy Suburban 4wd | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: The transfer case engages from 2HI to 4HI to 4LO and the front differential actuator is working. Why ... A: Rick, Some of the Chevy transfer cases used a clutch assembly to drive the front differential. If ... | |
| Ranger 4WD Rear Drive Shaft | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a vibration in my rear drive shaft of my 2004 Ranger. I removed the shaft and drove it in 4 ... A: Rich, This does place some stress on the front end, as the front end of a 4-wheel drive vehicle is ... | |
| service 4 wd light | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: the 4wd does not work in my 2000 chevy blazer. the service 4wd light was not coming on when i ... A: Matthew, Many times, this is caused by a bad ground, or broken wire. Since the 20 amp fuse was ... | |
| mazda frnot wheel bearing 4wheel | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: How to replace front wheel bearing on 4 wheel drive A: Joe, As each vehicle has different specs for torque settings and methods of ... | |
| 4x4 stuck in low and wont disengage | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: The other day on my way home from college I couldn't see out my back window and I thought the button ... A: Quinten, First of all DON'T drive it in 4-low. This will tear up the transfer case, and is very ... | |
| chevy 4x4 rear end rebuild | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: What list of parts are needed to rebuild the rearend of a 1994 silverado 4x4 A: Jamie, This is something you need to research yourself. I would suggest that you purchase a repair ... | |
| Bad sounds | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 95 Jeep Wrangler 4cyl Manual. I have been encountering some strange sounds whenever I am on ... A: Brandon, The 4 cyl YJ had a terribly weak car transmission, the AX5. I would check out the ... | |
| removing the 4 wheel drive capability from 1996 chevy blazer | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: How do i disengage the 4 wheel drive on my 1996 chevy blazer A: Donna, As I rarely drive a Chevy, I am not positive what transfer case you have, but I am assuming ... | |
| 98 Jeep Cherokee runs rough at idle | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a 98 jeep Cherokee that had a bad water pump and overheated. After replacing the pump, it ... A: John, You said that you over heated the engine. Did you change the plugs, and give it a good tune ... | |
| 1995 ISUZU TRUCK RODEO 4WD NOISE | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I GOT A 1995 RODEO 42WD 3.2L MFI SOHC 6CYL AND WHEN I PUT IT IN 4WH OR 4WL IT STARTS TO MAKE A ... A: Larry, This is quite common with 4-wheel drive vehicles. This is due to the transfer case gear ... | |
| toyota 4runner | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I thinking about purchasing a 2003 4runner, v8. It has all wheel drive. Why did Toyota go to all ... A: Ron, For a question like this, I would suggest that you do a search on Google for this model. From ... | |
| any chance? | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 wheel drive 94 suburban that i love to take to the beach and mob on the dunes. i don't ... A: I don't deal much with Chevys, but here are some sites to check out. ... | |
| loose transfer case& broken trans mount | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: I had a trans leek between the transmission and the transfer case on my 2003 chev silverodo 2500 hd ... A: Bruce, The mount that broke is constructed with a rubber material and is very susceptible to ... | |
| axles | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1998 chevy k2500 4x4. this truck has doesn't have hubs.when i'm in 2 wheel drive making a ... A: Edgar, I'm not familiar with that vehicle. If it has full time 4-wheel drive it will do that. ... | |
| steering vibration | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: Hi i have a2008 nissan patrol wagon and from brand new has had a vibration in steering at 101klm to ... A: Mike, The common cause of this type of vibration is, tires, bent rims, bad bearings, etc. Another ... | |
| 03 GMC Yukon 4x4 Switching on its own. | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I own a 03 GMC Yukon. The 4 wheel drive changes on its own. When I start the truck up it goes from 2 ... A: Shaun, I'm not familiar with this rig, or what type of transfer case it has. It sounds like it has ... | |
| 1996 Chevy Tahoe missing | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: 96 Chevy Tahoe 5.7. Misses at regular driving speed but mostly noticeable on inclines. Also, only ... A: Wayne, Run a compression test. Could be bad rings or bad valves. Also, run a system scan on the ... | |
| 4 wheel drive | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: When i engage the 4wd. in my 91 blazer 4.3l automatic the light shows that it is engaged but it ... A: David, The easiest way to trouble shoot this is to purchase a repair manual from your local auto ... | |
| 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo V8 | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: When I drive in low range 4x4, a screetching (metal-on-metal sound comes from the left front tire. ... A: Frans, Sounds like a brake problem. I would pull the front wheel and check the brakes and the ... | |
| The heater blower motor suddenly quit | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: The heater blower motor suddenly quit. I own a 1991 GMC Suburban and today the heater blower motor ... A: Mike, Check all the wiring, switches and the fuses. It's quite common for a motor to go bad with ... | |
| 1983 ford truck body switch to a 1983 bronco frame will it work | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1983 ford150 short box witch the frame has a big twist in it so i bought a 1983 ford bronco ... A: David, With the right fabrication tools, you can make most any body fit on another frame. You need ... | |
| 4x4 | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: i have a 97 s10 blazer that wont go into 4x4. the buttons on dash seem fine, the transfer case ... A: Mike, Without actually looking at the Blazer, it's almost impossible to guess what part needs ... | |
| 4wheel drive | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: i have a 94 gmc jimmy 4.3 vortec and i can only get it in 4 low..what could be wrong for it not to ... A: Tyler, I don't know the circumstances of where you are driving, or your shifting technique. Is it ... | |
| 1989 isuzu trooper wont start | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: I have replaced the fuel pump, fuel filter, Engine relay, all 4 fuel injectors, I finally rerouted ... A: Larry, You've replaced a lot of parts. Most of them will contribute to a rough running engine, but ... | |
| transmission | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: gear releases when in 4th. This does not seem to happen when 4 wheel drive is engaged. A: Frank, There are several things that can do this. The first thing to check, is your motor and ... | |
| squeak under truck when driving | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: could it be a U joint squeaking or something else?? thanks A: Jeff, This is a very vague question. This could be anything from a dry bushing in the suspension, ... | |
| Rear Axle on 1990 4x4 toyota | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: Matt. My truck is leaking rear axle fluid on drivers side wheel I noticed it yesterday. Is there a ... A: Norman, There are seals on all vehicles axles. I would suggest that you purchase a repair manual ... | |
| CRANK NO START TOYOTA | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: MY 1990 4RUNNER SR5 3VZ 6CIL THE PROBLEM IS SOMETIMES NOT EVERY TIME,THE MOTOR CRANKS NO ... A: Robert, First, get a repair manual at your local auto parts store (around $20). These are great ... | |
| 1995 toyota four runner | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: Can i remove the front drive shaft on this model for summer?, I would like to increase my fuel ... A: Larry, You should be able to remove it, but it wont make enough difference in mileage to be worth ... | |
| 03 ford expedition 4x4 lights flashing | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I just removed my 22inch rims and put the factory rims and tires back on Saturday. My truck is in ... A: Inez, The flashing could have been a bad or dirty connection at the transfer case, possibly from ... | |
| body lift | 2/29/2008 |
| Q: i just bought a 3" body lift recently and i can't figure out how to put it on. Can you tell me how ... A: Chris, You should have received a complete set of instructions that came with the lift kit. This ... | |
| going from dive o reverse | 1/11/2008 |
| Q: i got a 1995 chevy 1500 4x4 iwht 94,000 miles when i go from drive to reverse it takes a few seconds ... A: Davey, It sounds like your valves are gummed up. I would suggest that you take the vehicle to a ... | |
| Range Rover Vogue 1986 | 1/11/2008 |
| Q: I own a Range Rover vogue 1986. Would you please be able to tell me where the inertia switch is ... A: Reay, I would purchase a repair manual for your Rover at a local auto parts store. They cost ... | |
| 1989 Toyota 4Runner vaccum lines | 12/13/2007 |
| Q: I recently rebuilt the engine, now when i start it up it will die 2 to 3 times before it will take ... A: JT, You need to purchase a Chilton's or a Hayne's repair manual for your vehicle. They can be ... | |
| When NOT to use 4WD | 12/12/2007 |
| Q: A friend of mine has a 4WD truck, and in the recent bad weather (snow), her father placed the truck ... A: Joe, With the information you have given me, I would check the brakes. It sounds like something ... | |
| 1995 chevy 1500 4x4 blows a fuse everytime we put it into 4 wheel drive | 12/11/2007 |
| Q: We just got a 1995 Chevy Silverado 1500 5.7L for a family member. Every time we try to put the truck ... A: S S Sounds like you have a dead short. Try tracing out the wires from the transfer case and 4x4 ... | |
| engine swap | 12/11/2007 |
| Q: I have a 4.8 in my 2000 chevy silverado and i want to swap it for a 5.3 or 6.0. How hard would that ... A: Phillip, I would suggest that you contact one of the companies that specializes in adapters and are ... | |
| JeepGC making loud humming noise when started | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can lead me in the right direction here. I have a 95JeepGC. It started getting cold ... A: Jennifer, The first thing that I would check, would be your fan belt. If it is slipping then it ... | |
| 95 wrangler clutch | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: i was just driving one day in my 95 wrangler and all of a sudden my clutch pedal would go all the ... A: Chris, Check the clutch master cylinder and make sure you have fluid in it. Also, look for leaks ... | |
| 1993 explorer | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: the 4x4 switch does nothing , does not light up or engage the 4x4.the fuses in the engine ... A: Stephen, It sounds like you may have a faulty switch, or bad wiring. The electronic module on the ... | |
| 1999 GMC Jimmy | 10/14/2007 |
| Q: The left brake light will not work, only the right one. Also the running lights and signal lights ... A: Alex, Replace the bulb. If this doesn't work look at the contacts inside of the housing and see if ... | |
| 2000 Montero Sport | 10/14/2007 |
| Q: green neutral light was flashing, while on the highway? not sure what that means. thanks in advance ... A: Julio, You need to check out your owner's manual and see if this is an indication of a bad ... | |
| 1997 Dodge ram 4x4 longbed lift kit | 10/13/2007 |
| Q: I want to level out my dodge ram truck. I believe this means raising the front about 1.5 to 2 ... A: Lewis, The amount of lift you want is determined by the size of the tires (IE 31", 33", or 35"), ... | |
| 4WD indicator light problems | 10/11/2007 |
| Q: The 4WD indicator light in my instrument panel on my '88 Jeep YJ won't come on. It still goes into ... A: Garrett, Your model is slightly different than mine according to the manual. My manual doesn't ... | |
| 4WD indicator light problems | 10/11/2007 |
| Q: The 4WD indicator light in my instrument panel on my '88 Jeep YJ won't come on. It still goes into ... A: Garrett, Are you sure that it is actually going into 4-wheel drive. On the passenger side of the ... | |
| 93 Blazer Turn Signal | 10/10/2007 |
| Q: The turn signals on my S10 Blazer aren't working. I noticed that the fuse for the turn signal is ... A: Jim, Sounds like you have a dead short in your turn signal wiring. I would start by seeing if your ... | |
| Rebuilding differential in 2000 Chevy K2500 4x4 | 10/10/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2000 CHEVY K2500 4x4. It's an 8600lb. truck with a 14 bolt differential. Where can I find ... A: Josh, As far as free instructions or manuals, I don't know of any. If they are free, I'm not sure ... | |
| Hesitation on a 2000 Chevy Silverado | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Chevy Silverado with a 4.8L with about 114000 miles and when I start it and take off ... A: Tom, This could be several things from water in the gas to needing an engine overhaul. The first ... | |
| 99 Jeep Wrangler Sahara high pitch squeak | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: I have a 99 Jeep Wrangler with 95K miles. The past 2-3 weeks I noticed that there is a high pitch ... A: Ann, You are right. If it was an air leak in the manifold, you should be able to cause the problem ... | |
| 2006 f150 4x4 broke-under warranty | 10/8/2007 |
| Q: I put a 6" fabtech(installed by professional) and i was at work check doing a routine Silt discharge ... A: Jake, This shouldn't be a result of the lift unless something was installed improperly. I would go ... | |
| 1999 Chevy Truck | 10/7/2007 |
| Q: When my trucks shifts from 1st to 2nd gear it jerks. I have had the transmission serviced like I am ... A: Elaine, I don't know how many miles you have on the truck, but you may need to have a shift kit ... | |
| 1994 s10 blazer | 10/7/2007 |
| Q: I have a 94 s10 blazer with push button four wheel drive. It is a rocker switch that has an amber ... A: Dennis, I am not real familiar with the Blazers, but I would suspect that one of the buttons is for ... | |
| Blazer jumps into 4-wheel-drive | 10/6/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Chevrolet Blzaer ls, 6-cyc, four-wheel drive automatic, 107,000 miles, well ... A: Rodney, Sounds like your 4-wheel drive switch, or wiring is shorting out. Check out the switches, ... | |
| 94 s10 blazer 4wd is stuck on | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: ok i have a 94 s10 blazer and the 4wd comes on and off, it is electronic and the 4hi light is on, it ... A: Nick, The EGR valve should have nothing to do with your problem. This valve is an exhaust gas ... | |
| 1994 gmc 4x4 ball joint change out | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: yes sir i'm having trouble changing out the upper ball joints on my gmc 4x4 1994 1500 series, i got ... A: Wayne I would purchase a repair manual for the GMC at a local auto parts store. They cost around ... | |
| Front axle removal Chevy blazer 1997 | 9/21/2007 |
| Q: On the front driver side what holds the axle in place at the gear box? Is there a bolt or a clip ... A: Wil, The axle may be held in place at the front differential by a c-clip. This depends on the type ... | |
| Clicking when turning in 4 hi | 9/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1994 jeep yj sahara and noticed a clicking noise when i turn in 4 hi. is this normal? how ... A: Marco, This could be a number of things. The components to check are the universal joints on the ... | |
| 93 ford explorer | 9/20/2007 |
| Q: While driving, i lost all oil pressure, drove for about 5 minutes like this, got home, parked it, ... A: Andy, First, driving it for any length of time without oil pressure is not good. It sounds like ... | |
| Radiator | 9/20/2007 |
| Q: transmission line removal from Dodge Ram radiator A: Roger, Usually, just the right size wrench is needed to pull the lines. Sometimes 2 wrenches are ... | |
| 1996 Chevy Blazer 4wd WON'T Disengage | 9/19/2007 |
| Q: I have a '96 chevy blazer and one day I accidentily hit the 4 wheel HI button. Well I went to hit ... A: Jeremy, First of all, don't drive it until you get it fixed. Driving it in 4-wheel drive on a hard ... | |
| 89 4.9l BRONCO | 9/19/2007 |
| Q: I just put new head gasket, intake manifold gaskets on her an she still acts like she is out of time ... A: Mason, First of all, did you check the timing, and ignition components? Why did you replace the ... | |
| 1999 GMC JIMMY 4WD NOT WORKING CORRECTLY | 9/18/2007 |
| Q: i HAVE A 1999 GMC JIMMY THAT THE 4WD ISN'T WORKING CORRECTLY IN. WHEN I TURN THE VIHICLE ON ALL THE ... A: Andrea, It sounds like you have a short in the control module, or a shorted switch. This may not be ... | |
| RE: Suspension Lift on 98 4Runner | 9/18/2007 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Stock 98 4Runner 4x4 SR5 with a 3.4L V6. I am looking at options to lift ... A: Conor, The lift you need would depend on the size tires you want, and how extreme the trails are ... | |
| F250 doen't disengage properly | 8/5/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2001 F250 4x4.After leaving the beach yesterday I noticed the front driveshaft still ... A: Mark, If you are positive that the hubs are unlocking, then there is a chance that the transfer ... | |
| f-150 shift from park | 8/4/2007 |
| Q: My 94 F-150 started not shifting from park until it has run for a couple of moments. I understand ... A: Ken, I would replace the fuse anyway. You may have a bad or dirty connection in the fuse block. ... | |
| 89 jeep cherokee 4L auto | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: The other day I was driving and while I was pressing on the gas peddle I wasn't getting any ... A: Aaron, Normally low fuel pressure would be due to a bad fuel pump. In your case, I would guess ... | |
| 1997 Ford Explorer XLT | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: My explorer is leaning about 1 1/2" to the drivers side. What causes this and how can it be fixed? A: Patrick, Sounds like a broken spring, or suspension component. To a lesser degree bad body mounts. ... | |
| 89 jeep cherokee 4L auto | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: The other day I was driving and while I was pressing on the gas peddle I wasn't getting any ... A: Aaron, This could be several things. Before you changed the fuel pump, you should have checked to ... | |
| car alarms prestige | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: I ahve a 2000 toyota 4 runner, with a prestige car alarm. My car alarm always goes off ans was ... A: Erika, Many of the newer vehicle alarms are tied in with the computer system. If you can't find ... | |
| 1998 Chevy Blazer | 6/5/2007 |
| Q: Our son owns a 1998 Chevy Blazer that he took to South Jersey this past weekend (we are North) he ... A: Kathy, I'm not sure why it would switch into 4wd low just from over heating. It is possible that ... | |
| driveline question | 5/24/2007 |
| Q: Hey i have a 2000 gmc sierra 1500 with a 4 inch lift. i was recently on the highway when ... A: Casey, First, check out your drive line angles. With the lift, you would need to make sure that ... | |
| brakelights | 5/23/2007 |
| Q: I have a 97 GMC Z71. The center high mount brake light works, the hazards work, the left and right ... A: Doug, It may not be the brake light switch since the center mount works. I would get a test light, ... | |
| 2001 GMC Jimmy 4x4 not working | 5/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Jimmy where the 4x4 will not engage. I have replaced the vacuum actuator, cable, and ... A: Erik, Change the fluid in the transfer case, and check for metal shavings, or any other indications ... | |
| Reverse and overdrive | 4/4/2007 |
| Q: I've got an 1990 ford f150 ext. cab 4x4, and it will not go into reverse or overdrive. What could be ... A: Ralph, Sounds like you have an automatic. This could be a linkage problem, if it is a stick shift, ... | |
| jeep | 4/3/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1989 cherokee 4.0 that runs great and has plenty of power, but under exceleration it ... A: Steve, It sounds as though you may have some water in your fuel. Try using some gas additive/fuel ... | |
| stuck in 4 wheel low | 2/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1992 jimmy. It has a button you push to put it in 4 high or 4 low. We put it in 4 low and ... A: Dana, Is it going into high range when you select 2-Wheel drive, or is it actually staying in low ... | |
| 1984 s-15 pu | 2/21/2007 |
| Q: will not lock in to 4 wheel drive has a vaccum problem any ideas on what it could be or how to ck it A: Mark, Start out by tracing all the vacuum lines that run from the transfer case to the switches and ... | |
| 4 wheel low will not disengage | 1/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1998 expedition. I can't get the 4 wheel low to disengage A: Pat, To give you a simple answer would be extremely hard without looking at the truck. This ... | |
| my truck | 1/9/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2005 for f-150 xlt supercab 2 wheel drive pickupturck that i bought new in 05. I want to ... A: Vinnie, I don't know of any direct conversion kits specifically for this purpose. I would contact ... | |
| nissan d21 brakes | 1/8/2007 |
| Q: Hi i have a nissan D21 4x4 the year is 1997 p reg i recently replaced the full brake system meaning ... A: Darran, It sounds as though you still have air in the brake lines. Make sure that you are bleeding ... | |
| 99 toy 4runner back hatch | 1/8/2007 |
| Q: the back hatch on my 99 4runner wont open . the lever seems locked even when its not. how do you ... A: Michael, I would suggest that you purchase a repair manual for the 4-Runner. I don't have any ... | |
| toyota truck repair | 1/7/2007 |
| Q: i have a 1989 toyota v6 5 speed 4 wheel drive that i have been trying to change the fuel filter on ... A: Bobby, The first thing to try, is to spray the bolt with a good penetrating oil, and let it sit ... | |
| 66 bronco engine swap | 1/6/2007 |
| Q: Will a 1990 4.6 bolt to the 3 speed tranny? A: Tony, You may need a conversion kit. The best place to answer this question would be Advance ... | |
| my baby f250 | 1/6/2007 |
| Q: i own a 1996 f250 4x2 and i want to convert it into a 4x4 straight axel i have the 460 xlt extended ... A: Vinny, I don't know of any direct conversion kits specifically for this purpose. I would contact ... | |
| electronic 4x4 not working | 12/1/2006 |
| Q: I have a full size 1989 ford bronco with the electronic locking 4x4. I have a repair manual but it ... A: Jerry, I would start at the transfer case, and start checking the wiring, and making sure that the ... | |
| 4x4 will not engngage | 11/11/2006 |
| Q: I have a 1995 nissan pathfinder and it will not engage into 4 wheel drive automatic with auto hubs A: Robert, I'm not familiar with which transfer case the Pathfinder has. also, is this a new problem, ... | |
| dodge track bar | 11/10/2006 |
| Q: Had truck inspected, failed due bad track bar, said bar could snap,how do you tell. Thanks, Tom A: Tom, Visually inspect the track bar for cracks, or see if it appears bent. Make sure the bushings ... | |
| ford explorer 1994 | 11/10/2006 |
| Q: My oil gauge show low but when I check the oil, it is on the full level. A: Julie, Most oil gauges work off of a pressure switch, and if it is showing low oil pressure, this ... | |
| 1989 Cherokee clutch adjustment | 11/9/2006 |
| Q: Good day, Carl. I have a 1989 Jeep Cherokee (4.0L, 5MT). The clutch on this jeep engages WAY out ... A: Rob, This Jeep should have a hydraulic clutch linkage, and is not adjustable. It sounds like your ... | |
| 4 wheel drive | 11/8/2006 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Nissan 4 wheel drive that keeps jumping out of 4 wheel drive or wont lock in sometimes ... A: Roy, Most transfer cases have a spring loaded ball that rides in a detent on the shifting forks in ... | |
| can I turn my 4x2 jeep liberty to a 4x4? | 10/3/2006 |
| Q: how much would it cost? A: Eduardo, It would be cheaper, and less trouble to trade it in on a 4x4. It would take a major ... | |
| isuzu trooper 4x4 service light | 10/3/2006 |
| Q: I have a 96 isuzu trooper and the four wheel drive light is on. The starter went out a while back ... A: Todd, I would start, by tracing out the wiring near and around the starter. You may have broken or ... | |
| towing a car with another car | 9/4/2006 |
| Q: i have a 1992 ford taurus 3.0 dual overhead cam great tranny great engine bum cv axle starting to go ... A: Jared, I've been known to do that sort of thing. You may have no problems, but there is always the ... | |
| oil leak | 9/4/2006 |
| Q: I have a 91 suburan that I just put a remanufactured engine in and the part that the oil cooler ... A: Tina, I'm not sure about a specific name, as this is usually part of the engine block, and doesn't ... | |
| clicking noise 2003 silverado | 9/3/2006 |
| Q: I bought my 2003 silverado 2 months ago. It has 37" tires and 6" of lift. A few weeks ago I noticed ... A: Tonya, I would bet that your first guess is probably right. Sometimes a u-joint can be bad, or dry ... | |
| jeep wrangler suspension not level | 9/1/2006 |
| Q: I have a 88 wrangler yj,it has 98,000 original miles. i purchased the vehicle about a yr ago. I ... A: Ricky, First thing to do, is to measure the front and rear springs to make sure they are all the ... | |
| dodge 1999 9.2 chry anti spin rear axel 355 ratio | 9/1/2006 |
| Q: 2chry anti spin diff with a 3.55 ratio this info is from the under hood sticker. on the carrier ... A: John, This is a new one to me also. I haven't had a chance to tear into one of these. I always ... | |
| 4WD High/Low Lights Blinking | 8/1/2006 |
| Q: When I got into my 1998 Mountaineer the other day and started it up I saw that my 4WD High and 4WD ... A: Jason, I'm not familiar with which transfer case you have, but it sounds like you may have a bad ... | |
| lifting my jeep | 7/16/2006 |
| Q: I have a 93 jeep cherokee sport, I am goin to put a 4 inch suspension lift on it, the olny problem ... A: Nathan, If you want to do the more extreme trails like the Rubicon, then you would need a minimum ... | |
| truck didnt want to go then quit working | 7/16/2006 |
| Q: i have a 1998 dodge ram 1500 the i was driving going about 45 when i pushed the gas it boggged out ... A: Ian, This could be numerous things. The first thing to do, is see if it's due to lack of gas, or ... | |
| steering stabilizer | 7/15/2006 |
| Q: I have removed the old stabilizer from my 99 jeep cherokee. the old bolt is still in there, its ... A: Jason, If you're talking about the steering damper/stabilizer, as opposed to the stabilizer bar, ... | |
| Jeep Cherokee 4WD | 7/15/2006 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. When I shift the vehicle into 4WD everything is fine, but ... A: Lynn, I have the same model, and the same problem. The manual says to accelerate, and back off a ... | |
| Jeep Cherokee front end shake | 7/14/2006 |
| Q: I own a 1999 Jeep Cherokee Classis 4x4. I was driving on the highway when I hit a serious ... A: Lynda, You may have bent a tire rim, lost some tire weights, or broke a shock. I would have the ... | |
| 1997 explorer suspension | 7/13/2006 |
| Q: and the vehicle drives great but it makes a noise in the suspension when I go over bumps or drive ... A: James, It's hard to say what the problem is without actually hearing it, but I would suspect that ... | |
| Diffs | 7/13/2006 |
| Q: Hey there... I have a 77 ford f150 currently on 33's. My question is.. I've shot a diff, (front) and ... A: Morgan, This depends on how hard you run the Ford. If you really like to hammer it, then check ... | |
| lift kit extras | 7/12/2006 |
| Q: i have a cherokee 98 xj that i want to lift. but am conserned that ill have to buy more stuff than ... A: Sherif, Sorry this is getting to you so late. I actually sent a response, but it looks like it ... | |
| 4x4 problem | 7/12/2006 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Chevy Blazer 4x4. The vehicle won't go into 4x4 Hi but will go into 4x4 Lo. Where ... A: Harry, That is unusual, as it is usually low range that has the shifting problem. I am not ... | |
| Headlight electrical problem | 7/11/2006 |
| Q: my 97 ford explorer rightside headlamp doesnt come on after replacing the burnt out one,I check the ... A: Daniel, Get a test light, and check out the wiring to the right headlamp to make sure that you have ... | |
| temp gauge reaches 230 | 7/11/2006 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Chevy Silverado that had developed a fluid leak it was due to a bad thermostate seal. ... A: Anthony, I have seen this happen due to air in the cooling system. Sometimes when changing ... | |
| petrol pressure on a range rover se 89 | 7/10/2006 |
| Q: I'm trying to make this beast work. I have a ranger rover voge se v.8 petrol, 1989,and it just will ... A: Jay, Sounds like you may have a faulty carburetor float, or needle valve. This would allow the ... | |
| Toyota 4runner Meltdown! | 7/10/2006 |
| Q: 0 v6. I'm in the process of making it an all time mudding vehicle, it has 4-5 inches of lift and ... A: Brad, This is a new one to me. It doesn't sound like the computer or the distributor. It sounds ... | |
| Service engine soon | 7/9/2006 |
| Q: I saw the ansewr for the "service engine soon" on the GMC jimmy. I just bought a 1995 Chevy Blazer ... A: Steve, Sounds like the standard mileage warning. After so many miles, usually somewhere between ... | |
| Jeep trouble | 7/9/2006 |
| Q: Hey Carl, I went off roading today in stock Jeep Wrangler and got bogged down in a sinkhole pretty ... A: Saif, Yep, seen this more than once. Depending on how deep you were, and what the composition of ... | |
| wheel backspacing? | 7/7/2006 |
| Q: I have a 04 Wrangler "X" with the stock aluminum 15-7" wheels. I am wanting to raise it just a bit ... A: Greg, The amount of lift you need, will be determined by the size of the tire you want to run. I ... | |
| 1987 jeep cherokee | 7/7/2006 |
| Q: i own a 1987 jeep cherokee pioneer 4x4. 6 cylinder. sometimes (not all the time) when i start my ... A: Tina, The idling problem sounds like a vacuum leak. You can look under the hood, and see if there ... | |
| 1997 ford explorer xl | 6/22/2006 |
| Q: Two questions: One, the 4wd light flashes periodically then goes away. 4wd works fine, is there ... A: Mike, The first thing that I would suggest, would be a complete tune up. Many times the buzz in ... | |
| ford truck coil | 6/21/2006 |
| Q: i just put a 6 inch lift on my 79 ford f150 coils in front and just springs in back the coils in the ... A: Kyle, The coil springs can tend to flex out a little. If the springs were part of the lift kit, ... | |
| Hood Vent Leak | 6/20/2006 |
| Q: I have a 2006 Wrangler, parked outside under the hot Miami sun daily for 5 months. Now that it has ... A: Eric, This seems to be a common problem with the Wranglers. The vent drain on most of these is a ... | |
| Grinding when going into 4 wheel high | 6/20/2006 |
| Q: I slipped my 1994 suburban into 4 wheel high tonight and going in and coming out of 4 wheel drive it ... A: Billings, I'm assuming that you are talking about going into low range, and out. If your rig is an ... | |
| clock | 6/19/2006 |
| Q: how do I re-set the clock in my 1992 Ford Explorer 4WD standard shift? A: Elizabeth, I have 3 cars, and each one uses a different method for setting the clock. If your ... | |
| 1992 S10 4 wheel drive circuit | 5/25/2006 |
| Q: My Hayes manual for a 92 S10 has little on the function of the 4 wheel drive circuit. My truck ... A: Ken, The first thing that I would do, would be to take the S-10 to a reputable lube, or ... | |
| 4x4 LOW NOT ENGAGING | 5/25/2006 |
| Q: this is Diego writing from Lima, Peru. My vehicle is a 2003 Explorer Sport Trac 4x4 that I imported ... A: Diego, Sounds like you have a bad relay, or solenoid (control module). I would suggest that you ... | |
| ford explorer | 5/22/2006 |
| Q: A: Justin, If this has happened in the past, and tapping the solenoid worked, then I would suspect ... | |
| rear wheel bearings | 4/17/2006 |
| Q: Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 1998 I have been told that the rear wheel bearings need to be replaced ... A: Michele, Take the Jeep to a reputable shop, and get another estimate. As far as new, or used goes, ... | |
| Chev K20 4WD Not Working | 3/30/2006 |
| Q: Dash light indicates engaged. Shaft from Transfer Case to Fr. Diff. rotates but no drive. The 4WD is ... A: Richard, It sounds like you have a type of automatic hub, and they are not engaging. Most 84 4x4's ... | |
| Help about front suspension bottoming out | 3/27/2006 |
| Q: I am wondering what your thoughts are. I have a 97 yukon with 115k on it. I recently replaced the ... A: Todd, This is a very good possibility. I suggested the overload, or gas filled shocks, as this ... | |
| Help about front suspension bottoming out | 3/27/2006 |
| Q: I am wondering what your thoughts are. I have a 97 yukon with 115k on it. I recently replaced the ... A: Todd, I don't know which type of shocks you bought, but I would suggest either an overload type, or ... | |
| 2003 Chevy Tahoe 4 wheel drive | 3/23/2006 |
| Q: My car is always in 2 wheel drive and we had to put in in 4 wheel high due to the snow. I put it ... A: Stacie, First of all, it is hard on a 4-wheel drive vehicle to not run in 4-wheel drive for long ... | |
| Ford Explorer 4X4 | 3/23/2006 |
| Q: ,I was doing a search and came across you- "As far as the overdrive goes,in slow traffic, it's ... A: Renee, When you're on the highway, there is no problem using overdrive. In the city during stop ... | |
| should I lift my 2003 Rubicon? | 3/22/2006 |
| Q: Carl. I just purchased a 2003 Rubicon (don't tell anyone--it's the special edition Tomb Raider ... A: Larry, We have several stock Rubicons in our club, and they do just fine. It sounds like yours ... | |
| 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport TJ | 3/22/2006 |
| Q: I am about to buy a 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport TJ edition and received the car fax. Everything on ... A: Phunter, You say that the suspension has been worked on. Without knowing the particular Jeep that ... | |
| '86 s-10 blazer brake lines | 2/1/2006 |
| Q: i just got a 86 s-10 blazer from my brother and there is a leak in the brake line, near the front on ... A: Dan, This is a simple fix, but you may need to buy a special open end wrench that is designed for ... | |
| Mercury Mountaineer AWD | 1/10/2006 |
| Q: Approx 96,000 miles on a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer and problem has started that sounds like a 4-wheel ... A: Dale, First,double check the tire pressure. It is very important on any 4WD vehicle that the tires ... | |
| 94 Wrangler Seirra Edition | 1/10/2006 |
| Q: My jeep will crank over (starter engages) but is getting intermittent electrical signal to the coil. ... A: Darren, According to my book, an error code 12 states "Problem with the battery connection. Direct ... | |
| interior lights, security system | 1/8/2006 |
| Q: after installing a stereo in my 1993 Grand cherokee Limited 4wd, the interior lights and the ... A: Ronald, I don't know who installed the stereo, but it sounds like the wires were tapped into the ... | |
| turn signals on 95 Chevy blazer s-10 | 1/8/2006 |
| Q: I need help. My turn signals don't work. I checked the fuse and it was fine. I checked the bulbs and ... A: DeAnna, It's true, that the switch rarely goes bad, but they do sometimes. In, or near your fuses, ... | |
| Front defroster on 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 1/7/2006 |
| Q: We have no air blowing out of the front center defroster vents in our 1997 Jeep Cherokee. It blows ... A: Scott, You probably have a duct tube that has pulled apart under the dash. I would suggest that ... | |
| 1996 Toyota Tacoma | 1/7/2006 |
| Q: I have a 1996 toyota tacoma 4 wheel drive standard cab pick-up. It has a 5 speed manual ... A: Laura, Without looking at it, it's extremely hard to guess what is wrong. From what you have ... | |
| electric door locks | 1/6/2006 |
| Q: i have a 2000 jeep cherokee 4 wd. my automatic door locks stopped working. when i pressed the switch ... A: Mike, If you hear a clicking, it sounds like the electrical components are ok. The problem I have, ... | |
| Camber Bolt | 1/5/2006 |
| Q: I own a 1994 k1500 4x4 blazer 350. I was told that I could not get a front end alignment because ... A: Mike, It's hard to say without looking at it. I would check another reputable alignment shop. If ... | |
| 4x4 alxes | 1/4/2006 |
| Q: whats the biggest tire size that should be used with 1/2 ton axle's? A: George, This depends on the size motor, and how heavy your throttle foot is. I run 35x12.50x15 ... | |
| 4 wheel drive not engaging | 1/4/2006 |
| Q: I have a 1995 tahoe and am having problems with the 4 wheel drive engaging. I don't use it that ... A: Adam, To give you a simple answer would be extremely hard without looking at the truck. This ... | |
| 93 Ford Explorer Repair Question | 12/17/2005 |
| Q: I have a 1993 Ford Explorer, 4.0L V6. I recently had the intake gasket replaced. Shortly ... A: Jeff, The first question, is why did you have the intake gasket replaced? Was the Explorer having ... | |
| '95 Ram, 4 wheel drive question | 12/16/2005 |
| Q: Carl- I have a question about my '95 1/2 ton Ram. When I have 4x4 engaged, there seems to be a too ... A: Chris, Definitely, check your drivelines, and u-joints. Also, if you have a lift, check the ... | |
| wheel bearings | 12/15/2005 |
| Q: 2000 Olds Bravada all-wheel drive needs front wheel bearings. Do I need to unload the torsion bars ... A: Robert, You need to purchase a Chilton's or a Hayne's repair manual for your vehicle. They can be ... | |
| '94 Jeep Loud Whining Noise | 12/15/2005 |
| Q: I just had a transmission place look at it. They said it's coming from the transfer case AND they ... A: Emily, Sorry to hear that the damage was so bad. You might check around, and see if you can find ... | |
| '94 Jeep Loud Whining Noise | 12/14/2005 |
| Q: I have a '94 Jeep Grand Cherokee that's 4wd all time. 148K on vehicle, engine approx. 82K. ... A: Emily, It sounds like the front differential, axle, or wheel bearings. The mechanic who looked at ... | |
| S-10 Blazer 4X4 1989 | 12/12/2005 |
| Q: What goes on inside the front diff. when the vacume acc. is engaged? My diaphrame is brokken open ... A: Ray, I'm not familiar with the system used in the Blazer. On the Jeep's, this diaphram operates a ... | |
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee Sport, No Start | 12/12/2005 |
| Q: I had a problem about 3 weeks ago when my jeep would not start. The battery seemed fine and the ... A: Frank, I would suggest that you start by buying a repair manual. You can purchase a manufacturer's ... | |
| Chevy Z-71 4X4 | 12/11/2005 |
| Q: I have a Chevy Z-71 4x4 offroad and the tires are still almost new. Late last week taking a small ... A: Jim, It sounds like you may have a front wheel bearing, front axle bearing, or steering component ... | |
| 4WD S-15 JIMMY | 12/9/2005 |
| Q: I JUST PURCHASED A S-15 4WD AND WOULD LIKE TO KNOW HOW TO PROPERLY ENGAGE THE 4WD. IT HAS ROCKER ... A: Tom, I would suggest that you find a user's manual for the S-15. All vehicle manufacturers have a ... | |
| 4 wheel drive at speeds over 30 mph | 10/31/2005 |
| Q: Mr. Brandt, you may not be the one to answer this question but I'll give it a shot.I recently bought ... A: Grace, First of all, it sounds like the Hyundai does not have true 4-wheel drive, but an all wheel ... | |
| different maf | 10/31/2005 |
| Q: I have a '93 Ford Explorer w/4.0L V6.It started sputtering and idling rough. I pulled codes 157 & ... A: Ralaroco, As I have stated, I'm not a mechanic by trade, and every vehicle has different codes. ... | |
| 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4.0L | 10/19/2005 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4.0L. I bought the vehicle used approximately 6 months ago. In ... A: Anthony, First, I would suggest that you purchase a repair manual for your vehicle. You can ... | |
| 4WD service light on 2004 suburban | 10/6/2005 |
| Q: The service 4WD light came on in my 2004 Chevy Suburban, the vehicle will not go into 4WD when the ... A: Steve, The first thing that I would do, is to purchase a Chilton's, or Hayne's repair manual for ... | |
| 2003 Wrangler hard top rear window | 10/5/2005 |
| Q: Over the past several months the rear window works its way from behind the tail gate and rattles as ... A: Steve, I checked out the 2003 Wranglers, and you are right, there are no latches on that model. ... | |
| 2003 Wrangler hard top rear window | 10/4/2005 |
| Q: Over the past several months the rear window works its way from behind the tail gate and rattles as ... A: Steve, The gas shocks should have nothing to do with holding down the window. Normally, they are ... | |
| airbag light flashing | 10/4/2005 |
| Q: I have a 2002 Jeep wrangler with an airbag "off" switch down by the gearshift. When in off mode ... A: John, Get the Jeep to a shop, and have them run a diagnostic test for the airbag. This could be ... | |
| HELP! | 9/24/2005 |
| Q: I'm not sure if you can offer a suggestion about this problem, but it's worth a try. I have a 2005 ... A: Dan, This is a first for me. I have seen similar situations, but they have always been in a ... | |
| suspension/steering problem on 02 Taco | 9/21/2005 |
| Q: Hey, Mr. Brandt, Question for you.. I drive a 02 double cab 4x4 Taco with the 16" stock alloy ... A: John, You didn't say what size tires your are running, but anything 33" and larger can be a real ... | |
| 89 4RUNNER ENGINE MOUNT | 8/29/2005 |
| Q: HOW DO YOU REPLACE THE ENGINE MOUNT WITH ON A 89 4RUNNER WITH V6. IS IT WORTH TO DIY OR PAY A SHOP ... A: Willee, Rather than trying to go into a detailed explanation by e-mail, I would suggest that you ... | |
| 4runner Rear Suspension | 8/25/2005 |
| Q: I just replaced the leaf springs in my 1988 4runner due to the rear end sagging significantly. I ... A: Jeff, Every brand spring has it's own characteristics, such as being stiff, or soft. The brand you ... | |
| Tire size on Si;verado Pickup | 8/24/2005 |
| Q: I would like to get some larger tires for my wife's 2003 Silverado 1500HD LT pickup. The tires are ... A: Tony, The amount of lift you need, will be determined by the size of the tire you want to run. I ... | |
| Timing chain for a 74 jeep cj5 | 8/24/2005 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could help explain how to set a timing chain for a 74 cj5 jeep. I'm not sure ... A: Raymond, The simplest way for you to do this accurately, would be to purchase a repair manual. ... | |
| 1992 ford explorer park | 8/23/2005 |
| Q: could you tell me what could possibly be wrong? for a few months now the transmission on my ford ... A: Keith, I would suggest that you contact your local Ford dealer, and see if there have been any ... | |
| Problem with 4wd | 8/23/2005 |
| Q: I have a problem with my 4wd lights they all stay on . The 2wd, neutral, 4wdlo, 4wdhi and the ... A: A.G. I am not familiar with the shifting system on this vehicle, but from what you have said, I ... | |
| 2000 ford f-150 bounce | 8/15/2005 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Ford F-150. I have a 6" suspention lift and a 3" Body lift. I am currently running 39" ... A: Adam, You have found the magic problem with large tires. Anytime you run 33" or larger tires, they ... | |
| Suburban tires | 8/13/2005 |
| Q: 2004 Chevy Suburban (Bought used, no accidents reported) Problem: I have a wobbling sound when I ... A: Roland, Is it a wobbling "sound", or can you actually feel it? It sounds like a tire problem. ... | |
| 94 pathfinder ignition/starter problems | 8/13/2005 |
| Q: The starter is ok from bypassing the ignition. Though I could still have it backwards. I need ... A: Dave, Sorry I can't be of more help, but it's hard to tell you all of the possibilities without ... | |
| 94 pathfinder ignition/starter problems | 8/12/2005 |
| Q: I have replaced the starter and still won't start. I have measured all contacts at the inhibitor ... A: Dave, First of all, I'm not sure what you are calling the inhibitor relay. If you have an ... | |
| 1993 jeep grand cherokee | 8/12/2005 |
| Q: my jeep has once in a while problem i will be driving down the road and all of a sudden will start ... A: Jeff, This is a common problem if you have oversize tires. If you have rotated the tires, balanced ... | |
| Track Bar | 8/11/2005 |
| Q: Hey there- Would this still be the case if I hadn't told you about replacing the bearings? I didn't ... A: Maureen, Sorry about this answer being late, but I sent it off once, and it seems that it didn't ... | |
| Track Bar | 8/10/2005 |
| Q: I have jeep question, I have a '95 Jeep Cherokee, I have been searching the web for info. about ... A: Maureen, First of all, this doesn't sound like the track bar, and replacing the bearings, ... | |
| Toyota front locking hubsthe | 8/9/2005 |
| Q: Is it possible to replace the stock front differential hubs on a 1994 Landcruiser with full time 4WD ... A: Michael, I'm sure that this can be done, you just need to remember to lock in the hubs when you are ... | |
| 1998 Cherokee cooling. | 7/17/2005 |
| Q: A few weeks ago I was in utah. I was in some mountains on the freeway and whenever I would go up a ... A: Dan, I think that you found the problem. Normally, when a vehicle is overheating, you will see the ... | |
| 1998 Cherokee cooling. | 7/16/2005 |
| Q: You may not have the answer to this but I can't find anyone else. How do I make sure there are no ... A: Dan, This is common on most of the newer Jeeps. I have a 94 Wrangler, and 2000 Grand Cherokee, and ... | |
| chevrolet avalanche | 7/16/2005 |
| Q: Can you take off the body armor of a Chevrolet Avalanche? A: I don't have any idea, but you can purchase a manufacturer's shop manual for it from a dealer. They ... | |
| Jeep Cherokee Repair | 7/14/2005 |
| Q: I just purchased a 1996 Jeep Cherokee Sport. I have two questions. Why is there condensation ... A: Kim, There should be no condensation coming from the air conditioner. It sounds like you may have ... | |
| 2003 Wheel Bearings | 7/8/2005 |
| Q: I was hearing a vibration and humming noise as I turned the wheel to the right. I took it in to see ... A: Vanessa, Please, please go to another reputable shop and get another estimate. You can, even call ... | |
| ABS light on lifted Silverado | 6/29/2005 |
| Q: Any help on a 2000 Silverado with the ABS light on? Fabtech 6" Suspension lift, 315/75's, 3" body ... A: Dan, I'm not familiar with the ABS system on the Silverado, but many of the newer vehicles have a ... | |
| tire knowledge | 6/28/2005 |
| Q: I want to know the proper way to inflate and check tire pressure with a non electronic tire gauge. I ... A: Edward, This is pretty straight forward. The main thing, is to make sure you are pressing the ... | |
| 1994 Ford Explorer | 6/27/2005 |
| Q: I drive a '94 Ford Explorer, it's the first 4x4 vehicle I've ever driven, and I don't have an ... A: David, 1) As far as the overdrive goes, if you are driving around town in slow traffic, it's ... | |
| Steering noise | 6/23/2005 |
| Q: 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee with all the time 4 wheel drive. I have a front end/wheel noise: it sounds ... A: Patrick, Since you have replaced most of the parts that I would suspect, your next step, is to ... | |
| 1998 Toyota 4Runner | 6/22/2005 |
| Q: My son replaced the shocks and struts on his 4Runner a few months ago. Now he complains that while ... A: Scott, Check out the shocks, and struts to make sure that they haven't come loose, or nothing has ... | |
| 1999 GMC Jimmy stuck in 4x4 | 6/22/2005 |
| Q: Our 1999 Gmc Jimmy is stuck in 4 wheel drive low and we can not get it back into 2 wheel drive. It ... A: Vicky, I'm not familiar with the system used on the GMC, but I would suspect a faulty switch, or ... | |
| 4WD Switch | 6/20/2005 |
| Q: On my 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited this message comes up: "Serivice 4WD Switch". The Jeep is ... A: Roger, Normally if there is a problem, the associated light should stay on. I have a 2000 Grand ... | |
| trachtech ezlocker | 6/20/2005 |
| Q: Sir, I'm trying to install an ezlocker in the rear of my '89 FJ75 Landcruiser. It's a c-clip ... A: Al, I have installed several of the ezlockers, and I did have similar problems with one of the ... | |
| service light for 4 wheel drive | 6/18/2005 |
| Q: Service light for 4 wheel drive came on. What could be the problem. Must it be repaired by the ... A: Deanie, On many vehicles, this light is set to come on at a specific mileage, usually around 60,000 ... | |
| start problems | 6/15/2005 |
| Q: my jeep will not start, it turns well but just doesn't get started any suggestions A: Ed, Two problems can cause this. These are, no gas, or no spark. Check to see if you are getting ... | |
| rims | 6/6/2005 |
| Q: I sent my suv to the dealer for a brake job.When I was washing my car about a week later,I noticed ... A: Alex, As far as brake cleaner goes, it evaporates extremely fast and should not cause the problem ... | |
| installing a steering stabalizer | 5/25/2005 |
| Q: I have a 1988 chevy K1500 pickup that did not come with a steering stabalizer stock. I have a ... A: Gary, I can't be of much help without seeing the directions. Most steering stabilizers will have a ... | |
| Clicking | 5/18/2005 |
| Q: I have a 97 ford explorer AWD 5.0L and when I move slow like backing up or pulling forward I hear ... A: Don, Can't give you a very good answer without driving, or listening to the Ford. I have seen this ... | |
| Stalling | 5/16/2005 |
| Q: I have a 1990 Jeep Cherokee Pioneer. I gave someone a jump start a few weeks ago and now it just ... A: Chuck, There is a good chance that you burned out an electronic component when you jumped the ... | |
| suspension lift | 5/14/2005 |
| Q: i purchased a 3" superlift kit,it came w/a helper spring set-up: this kit is basically a leaf ... A: Dave, I don't know what you paid for the lift kit, or what vehicle you have, but you can get ... | |
| pinon shaft | 5/14/2005 |
| Q: i have a 98 dodge ram 1500 4x4. I am replacing the seals and bearings on the rear axel. I am having ... A: Terry, Be careful pounding on the shaft. There may be a keeper, or clip that needs to be removed ... | |
| Brakes | 5/11/2005 |
| Q: I have a k1500 x-cab 4X4 that I use in the woods a lot. I was told that it made a lot of difference ... A: Prentiss, There are many different types of brake pads. The major difference, is the material that ... | |
| Steering Regaling | 5/11/2005 |
| Q: 5ltr. LWB 1996 model with steering regaling at 100km/h speed, front wheel road with axel boshes ... A: Yassin, It sounds like you have replaced all of the normal parts that could cause this. One thing ... | |
| Engine swap?? | 5/10/2005 |
| Q: Carl. We have a 1986 Ford Bronco II and wondered if it is possible, feasible to swap out the 2.8L ... A: Kenndra, This type of swap is possible, and done quite often. A good place to contact, would be ... | |
| 4x4 conversion. | 5/8/2005 |
| Q: i have a 1979 ford 1/2 to truck with the 351/400 modified engine. i am the second owner and i smokes ... A: Jamie, The best place to start, would be Advance Adapters. They supply kits for just about any ... | |
| clunking noise | 5/7/2005 |
| Q: I have a 2004 ford excursion 4x4 6.0 dsl. my problem is sometimes [85% of the time] when i back up ... A: Roy, This could be a loose suspension or transmission/transfer case component, a broken or bad ... | |
| jeep front end | 5/5/2005 |
| Q: we have a 99 jeep grand cherokee, and the front end feels "loose". the vehicle travels to the left ... A: Kirk, I would take the Jeep to a reputable front end shop. What you are describing, can vary from ... | |
| 94 jeep grand cherokee | 5/4/2005 |
| Q: i have a 94 grand cherokee with 180,000 miles that is making a clicking sound from the front end at ... A: Jason, Most mechanics wouldn't try to answer your question without driving, or listening to the ... | |
| what are lockers? I have an... | 5/3/2005 |
| Q: what are lockers? I have an 87 Jeep Cherokee, I want to get lifted and have BIG tires on it. I have ... A: Crystal, Let's start out with the steering. This problem can vary from worn out steering ... | |
| 1999 Chevy Tahoe wont startt | 3/2/2005 |
| Q: When I Turn the ignition, the engine turns but will not engage. or a better way of putting it, the ... A: Craig, The first thing I would check, is the fuel rail on your fuel injectors. There should be a ... | |
| Ball joint removal | 2/13/2005 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Ford Ranger 4x4 I am try to replace the ball joints on the right side. I am having ... A: Fred, Talk to one of your local auto parts stores. In some cases there are special tools for this. ... | |
| wheel bearing replacement | 2/12/2005 |
| Q: i have a '01 chev silv. 2500hd 4x4 and need to replace the front wheel bearing, could you give me ... A: Robert, You need to purchase a Chilton's or a Hayne's repair manual for your vehicle. They can be ... | |
| Noise in 1995 Toyota 4Runner | 2/12/2005 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Toyota 4runner. Recently, when I hit the brake or release it to accelerate, my ... A: Nicole, If it's coming from under the floor boards, I doubt that it would be the shocks. If the ... | |
| '88 Chevy Cheyenne | 2/11/2005 |
| Q: I have owned small 4 wheelers (Atv's) before never a full sized PU. My Question is is it normal for ... A: Oldwild, I'm not sure what you mean by "Freeze". Whether you are in 2-wheel drive, or 4-wheel ... | |
| 1979 4x4 wheel bearings | 2/11/2005 |
| Q: I'm needing to know how to replace them in detail. A: Ron, You need to purchase a Chilton's or a Hayne's repair manual for your vehicle. They can be ... | |
| Chevy Blazer Parts | 2/8/2005 |
| Q: I have a 1988 S-10 blazer that has possible axle problems. I have an opportunity to acquire a 1994 ... A: Roscoe, I'm not familiar with all of the possible replacement alternatives for the S10. You might ... | |
| DID TOWING CUSE DAMAGE? | 2/8/2005 |
| Q: IF MY ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OLDS BRAVADA GOT TOWED, AND I WAS NOT THERE TO PUT IT INTO NEUTRAL, COULD THAT ... A: Logan, Every vehicle has it's own towing specifications. Normally, the damage done by towing ... | |
| Overheating 89 | 2/7/2005 |
| Q: My brother has a 89 laredo limited with 4L engine and he's facing overheating problems to the point ... A: Peter, Actually, the closed system is a fairly dependable system. Normally, any heating problems ... | |
| 94 Explorer | 2/7/2005 |
| Q: I don't know if you can answer this, but I have a 94 Explorer Limited 4x4. It has push button 4x4 ... A: Mindy, I don't know where you live, but in my area (on the coast), we have a lot of corrosion ... | |
| 4WD | 2/6/2005 |
| Q: The sound is coming from the front drivers side. You are correct that I have automatic hubs and is ... A: Wayne, It sure sounds like a hub. I have seen them break on several occasions. If you do have to ... | |
| 4WD | 2/6/2005 |
| Q: I have 1988 Forb Bronco that I have been restoring. The problem is in the 4WD, it goes into 4WD ... A: Wayne, It sounds like you have a locking rear end. They will make a clicking sound when in a turn, ... | |
| 1992 FORD EXPLORER 4 W/D | 1/7/2005 |
| Q: FOR THE PAST MONTH, WHEN I ENGAGE MY 4 W/D FOR SNOW DRIVING, I COULD HEAR AN OCCASIONAL "THUMP" IN ... A: Kevin, Without, physically looking at, or listening to the problem, it is real hard to say what is ... | |
| hook up accessory mirror with light | 1/6/2005 |
| Q: Our 89 wrangler has no interior lights. we bought an inside replacement rear view mirror with map ... A: Steve, You don't have to go through the existing fuse box. All you need to do is to find a ... | |
| Jeep 4-wheel drive | 1/6/2005 |
| Q: I bought a 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport a couple of years ago and I used the 4-wheel drive during the ... A: Mike, Actually, the transfer case operates the rear end also. I'm not sure which transfer case you ... | |
| 86 Jeep Comanche Timing Pulley | 11/29/2004 |
| Q: Carl, I recently purchased a 1986 JEEP Comanche 4x4, V-6, A/C, A/T, 093,650 miles, very nice ... A: Paul, This is not good. This is called a harmonic suppression damper, and helps to balance the ... | |
| air suspension | 11/28/2004 |
| Q: I had brakes replaced on my 1999 Lincon Navigator today 11/28/04 and whenI got the car back I ... A: Chris, I hate it when this happens. I have had several similar occurrences. Just to cover ... | |
| Bearing or Rear Axle Replacement 97 JCGL | 11/28/2004 |
| Q: Sir, I suspect the rear axle bearings on my 97 JCG limited need replacing. There is a "roaring" ... A: Mark, First of all, I'm not familiar with the term JCGL. That year Jeep should be a TJ Wrangler, ... | |
| 95 chero sport rear washer | 11/27/2004 |
| Q: Rear washer line has seperated in tail gate. Is there a way to repair/get to the line without ... A: Brad, I'm not sure how you access this line. I'm sure that there is an access hole for this. I ... | |
| battery | 11/26/2004 |
| Q: I hope you can help. I have an 86 full size Bronco with a plow. I bought a new battery for it, ... A: Dan, Sometimes, a dirty, or bad switch can cause a drain such as this, but may not be quite enough ... | |
| VACUUM SYSTEM FOR 4X4 CHEVY TRANSFER CASE | 11/26/2004 |
| Q: The vacuum hose seems to collapse keeping the wheels locked in. I have to pull the hose off to run ... A: Tom, Sounds like your line, is not a vacuum line. A line designed for vacuum shouldn't collapse. ... | |
| mercury mountaineer front end | 11/25/2004 |
| Q: i have a1997 mercury mountaineer and their is a clunking sound in the front differental.it sounds ... A: Dan, I would try to confirm where the sound is actually coming from. If it is on the outer end ... | |
| thermostat | 11/24/2004 |
| Q: I hope you can answer this. I have 93 Jeep Grand Cherokee, with a 4litre engine. I simply want to ... A: Dwayne, I have a 2000 Grand Cherokee, and just changed the thermostat in it, and had no problem ... | |
| Steering Wheel Clunk | 11/23/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Eddie Bauer Ford Explorer with 60K in mileage. When it is cold there is a very ... A: Bryan, Sounds like you may have a power steering pump problem, or a problem with the steering box. ... | |
| 93 ford escort | 11/21/2004 |
| Q: my 93 escort wont start I canged the starter about 3months ago ran fine now it wont start turn key ... A: Joe, Double check the battery under a load. Many batteries can show 12 volts, but may drop in ... | |
| liquid leakage | 11/18/2004 |
| Q: My 1997 4X4 Grand Laredo has some liquid leakage from two hoses located under the radiator and ... A: Hu, You are correct, that should be transmission fluid. Automatic transmissions circulate the ... | |
| 1995 Explorer Transmission | 11/18/2004 |
| Q: Transmission isnt shifting properly and O/D light is flashing.Using AutoXray tool it shows codes 646 ... A: MIke, This is just a guess, but many of these transmissions are shifted electronically, and due to ... | |
| Vibration/Shaking while Braking | 11/15/2004 |
| Q: I own a 2001 Cherokee Sport. When I brake hard from high speed I have a very noticable ... A: Mike, It is possible for a small amount of grease, or oil to get on the brakes in this manner, but ... | |
| 95 Jeep Cherokee Country - brake problem | 11/15/2004 |
| Q: I have a weird problem with my brakes when it rains. This happens when I drive out of my driveway ... A: Bobbie, This may be occurring due to hard brake pads/shoes, warped rotors, or a leaky brake ... | |
| clutch adjustment | 11/13/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1984 ford F-150 with a 300 straight 6 how do i adjust the clutch so its not so tight its an ... A: Ben, As far as I know, there is no way to adjust a hydraulic clutch. I would suggest that you ... | |
| front rotor removal | 11/13/2004 |
| Q: How can I get the front rotors off of my 1996 Ford Bronco 4x4? I have them torn apart as far as ... A: Marty, Rather than trying to go into a detailed explanation by e-mail, I would suggest that you ... | |
| 1996 Jeep GC road noise | 11/12/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. It has the six cyl. eng. and is 2WD. When I am on the ... A: Bill, I would suggest that you have someone ride with you, and have them try to locate the general ... | |
| "clunk" is coming from transfer case | 11/10/2004 |
| Q: Carl, Thank you for your quick response. I removed the Driveshaft last night and started it up and ... A: Travis, I'm not sure why they say that you need to remove the transmission. I have removed my ... | |
| Hello, I have a 94 Wrangler... | 11/9/2004 |
| Q: I have a 94 Wrangler I6, 4.0, 5spd stick. While parking the boat in the back yard, my jeep started ... A: Travis, Normally, I would suspect a u-joint, or drive line problem. In your case, since you ... | |
| Cherokee Dash Lights | 11/8/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1993 Cherokee Sport with automatic transmission. Vehicle has no drink holders so I usually ... A: Whoops! Tom, Something like this has happened to all of us at one time or another. I would ... | |
| mechanical | 11/8/2004 |
| Q: sir, I am an engg: student frm india i am in final year.i would like to do a proj. on new ... A: Shinoj, Great, in fact, I worked in California for the Department of Transportation as an Engineer ... | |
| 2000 Chev Suburban 4x4 | 11/6/2004 |
| Q: Is the front drive shaft suppose to turn when running in 2H (2 wheel drive)? The service person at ... A: Earl, If you have automatic hubs, or fixed hubs that can't be released, then the front drive line ... | |
| 96 JGC Front End Hum/Vibration | 11/6/2004 |
| Q: Hey Carl - I have a 96 JGC Selec-Trac 4x4 that has served me well up to 103K miles. No problems at ... A: Kevin, It sounds like you may need to have your front bearings replaced, or at least checked, and ... | |
| 4wd quit working | 11/3/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1995 K2500 4wd Chevy Suburban. This past spring the 4wd quit working - it will not engage. ... A: Darrell, Without seeing the vehicle in person, all I can do, is to give you some suggestions. It ... | |
| 4wd only works in low range | 11/3/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1995 Ford Bronco, 157000 miles. Push butoon 4wd seems not to lock but when pushing low ... A: PK, First of all, if you are trying to check out 4wd, make sure that you are not on a hard surface, ... | |
| Ford Ranger 4X4 | 11/1/2004 |
| Q: I have an '03 Ford Ranger 4x4 with a 4.0 V6. Although I rarely use my 4-wheel drive, I travel ... A: Richard, As far as longevity, routine maintenance is the best thing that you can do. Use a good ... | |
| 4x4... | 11/1/2004 |
| Q: My 2000 Chevy Blazer is stuck in 4 wheel drive. When I push my 2 wheel drive button on the ... A: Brian, If the transfer case is in a bind, then driving in reverse can relieve some of the pressure. ... | |
| 88 dodge 4x4 off road | 10/31/2004 |
| Q: keep breaking transmission nose cone or throw out bearing sleeve in 1988 dodge 1500 4x4 veh does ... A: Greg, This may be a drive line problem. Check the angles of the drive lines (front and Rear). ... | |
| Rear suspension | 10/31/2004 |
| Q: I have a 94 Isuzu Trooper 124,000 miles and the rear end bottoms out very easy over bumps. The ... A: Tim, It is possible for springs to start sagging due to normal wear, and fatigue. A good brand ... | |
| noise when i brake | 10/30/2004 |
| Q: the back bushings that . the springs ride on seem to be dry and make noise when i stop going ... A: Carlton, I am not familiar with deep creep, but I assume that it's a penetrating oil. First of ... | |
| Rear turn signal and fuse box | 10/26/2004 |
| Q: I have two questions and hope you have some advice for me. First, I am a proud owner of a Jeep ... A: Chris, This could be as simple as a shorted bulb. When you check the bulbs, make sure that you ... | |
| lower ball joint | 10/24/2004 |
| Q: i need to know how to remove the lower ball joint on the drivers side on a 1979 f-150 4x4. please ... A: Kirk, Rather than going through a complete description of this process through an e-mail, I would ... | |
| 1980 F250 | 10/24/2004 |
| Q: I just purchased my first 4x4 truck and wondering if I have a problem with my front end. The front ... A: Alex, This is common with the Ford front suspension, as it is not a solid front axle. If you are ... | |
| Rear Bearings, 97 Cherokee Sport | 10/23/2004 |
| Q: I've heard a 'thump, thump, thump' that increases and decreases relative to speed. Thought the ... A: Karl, Normally, you wouldn't feel a rear bearing problem in the steering, but it is possible. If ... | |
| putting chevy motor into a jeep cherekee | 10/22/2004 |
| Q: I'm looking at purchacing a 90' jeep cherokee with a 4.0L inline six ,with an automatic. It ... A: Greg, The people to talk to about any conversion such as your planning would be Advance Adapters, ... | |
| 1998 GMC Jimmy | 10/20/2004 |
| Q: I'm starting to have little problems with my Jimmy. 1)After putting the truck into 4wheel, it takes ... A: Jason, What kind of terrain are you driving in when in 4-wheel drive? If it is a hard, or paved ... | |
| 4x4 electric shift | 10/20/2004 |
| Q: 89 full size bronco w/electric shift. cannot get out of low range & 4x4. indicator light flickers A: Ronnie, It sounds like a bad ground, or faulty connection. As far as the wiring goes, you should ... | |
| 2000 Suburban | 10/19/2004 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Suburban 1500 4x4. Recently the vehicle has started to pull to the right when driving. ... A: Ran, I hate to say it, but it sounds like the alignment shops are not doing their job. Anytime you ... | |
| 1994 Jeep Wrangler | 10/18/2004 |
| Q: Lately I've noticed a strange high pitched screaming noise coming from under the hood. Could it be ... A: Josh, Usually the water pump makes a growling sound when it starts to go bad. They usually start ... | |
| best sport utility | 10/17/2004 |
| Q: I currently drive a 2001 Ford Expedition. I am considering trading it for an SUV that is considered ... A: Carolyn, I really hesitate to recommend any particular vehicle to anyone. The reason for this, is ... | |
| Vibration | 10/15/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1998 5.9 Grand Cherokee, I have already had the Hybrid shaft and frontend diff rebuilt ... A: TJ, The u-joint must be the right one, and has to be tight. Any play at all, will give you a ... | |
| Front driver tire noise, 2000 Bravada | 10/14/2004 |
| Q: Bought new tires, returned tires got better new ones still have rolling noise. Down shifting to 2nd ... A: Ron, It's hard to diagnose noises without, actually driving, or listening to the vehicle. What you ... | |
| AWD and tires | 10/13/2004 |
| Q: I purchased a used '94 Aerostar E-AWD. I know this is not even close to an off-road vehicle, but as ... A: Paul, In any AWD, or 4-Wheel drive, it's extremely important that the tires be a matched set. If ... | |
| astro van awd | 10/12/2004 |
| Q: i get a loud clunk from underneath the van under hard acceleration or even holding the brake in and ... A: Mark, This can be a hard one to diagnose without, actually driving the van. I would suggest that ... | |
| 2003 Jeep/ CD stereo installation | 10/11/2004 |
| Q: I have just bought a 2003 Jeep Wrangler hard door soft top and I would like to install a CD stereo ... A: Ryan, I haven't had a chance to work on a 2003 model yet, so I'm not familiar with the dash layout. ... | |
| rear suspension | 10/6/2004 |
| Q: I recently bought a 1973 ford F-100 4x4 short box. It has a 4.5 inch suspension lift(rancho).It has ... A: Chris, This is a very common problem. Try to stay away from blocks, as they put more strain on the ... | |
| 94 Jeep tail light prob | 10/5/2004 |
| Q: I have a 94 Jeep Grand Cherokee v8 5.2l and all three of my tail lights have all of a sudden stopped ... A: Chris, How about the turn signals, backup lights, and tail lights. If they are all having ... | |
| 92 jeep cherokee tire sizing | 10/5/2004 |
| Q: i just baught a 1992 jeep cherokee laredo 4x4 and am interested in running bigger tires on the ... A: Le Tran, As far as lifting for looks, I don't suggest that. The main reason, is that anytime you ... | |
| Dodge Durango Power Windows | 10/4/2004 |
| Q: My vehicle is a 2004 Dodge Durango. My back, driver side, window won't go down, even if I use that ... A: Kellie, Originally, I would have suspected the switch, but now that the window doesn't work with ... | |
| towing a Chevy Blazer 2001 | 10/3/2004 |
| Q: I have a car caddy, and want to tow a 2001 Blazer. Do I have to do anything to the drive train to be ... A: Mike, On most 4-wheel drives, it is recommended that you put the transmission in gear, if it is a ... | |
| power antenna | 10/2/2004 |
| Q: Hey I recently had my power antenna mast replaced by toyota dealer. I have purchased a pioneer head ... A: Eric, It sounds like the antenna cable may have come unplugged from the radio itself, or came loose ... | |
| front axle auto lock keeps goin in out on its own | 9/30/2004 |
| Q: i have a 89 toyota p/u xtra cab sr5 v6 4x4 with automatic 4x4 seems to be 3 piece front axle?? ... A: Jonny, Wow, I'm not sure what's going on. First of all, do you have hubs on the front end? If you ... | |
| Ford 9" gear change | 9/29/2004 |
| Q: I recently put 33" tires on my '81 Ford Bronco. My plan was to also do a gear change. My problem is ... A: Cory, Your Dana 44's will work just fine. As far as lockers go, are you planning on doing some ... | |
| Jeep Headlamps | 9/29/2004 |
| Q: I've got a 1995 Jeep, LTD SE model and have been having problems with the headlamps, initially I ... A: Sarah, You can test the relay, by running a wire from the battery to the positive side of the ... | |
| 2001 S10 tailgate strap installation | 9/28/2004 |
| Q: I am trying to remove the old tailgate straps and put new ones on (old ones broke). The torx bolts ... A: Jeff, I don't know of any websites, but you can purchase a repair manual for your rig. A Chilton's ... | |
| Thump Noise on Newly Lifted Jeep | 9/26/2004 |
| Q: I have recently gotten the Jeep Bug, I have had many off road vehicles in the past and was brought ... A: Michael, This can be anything from a faulty shock mount, to a loose body bushing. If the bar pin ... | |
| Car pulls to the right | 9/26/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Ford Explorer (Eddie Bauer) with 4 wheel drive. My car pulls to the right. I put air ... A: Bill, There are a few things that can cause this. You have checked the first, being tire pressure. ... | |
| cut off switch on feul pump after a rear end accident .i need to know where the reset switch is on a 1994 v6 explorer?thanks | 9/23/2004 |
| Q: i am looking for the reset switch is on the 94 explorer.this would be the switch that shuts off the ... A: Robert, Sorry for being so late with the answer, as I couldn't seem to get onto the website for a ... | |
| weird Jeep noise when starting and shutting down the engine | 9/22/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1996 cherokee sport 4wd. automatic. I am the sole owner, and have all records. Yesterday, ... A: Carla, This sounds like it may be the fan belt, idler pulley on the belt, or another belt driven ... | |
| 4 wheel drive | 9/21/2004 |
| Q: I just bought a 1989 jeep cheerokee 4 wheel but the guy said there was something wrong with the ... A: Kim, First of all, you need to find out what the real problem is. Not going into 4-wheel drive can ... | |
| lift kits | 9/20/2004 |
| Q: i have been looking for a lift suspention for a 95 mazda b2300 only 4 inch one that also does not ... A: Eric, As far as the lift goes, I would purchase an off-road magazine or two, and contact some of ... | |
| possible gear damage | 9/20/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1985 Chevy Blazer S10--- I was wondering since I don't have sufficient vacuum to engage ... A: Randy, I'm not familiar with the setup on the Blazer, but it should be similar to the Jeep, and ... | |
| Spark plug gap | 9/18/2004 |
| Q: I purchased new Champion double platinum spark plugs for my 2003 Subaru Forester and have no idea ... A: Paul, I'm not sure on that model. This is real unusual that the manual wouldn't have the gap ... | |
| 1999 jeep 4.0 | 9/18/2004 |
| Q: carl i'm replacing engine i can not seem to split motor from bell housing any ideas what i'm doing ... A: Jack, I'm not sure what stage you are at in removing the motor, but you have to realize, that you ... | |
| 4-wheel drive wont lock in | 9/17/2004 |
| Q: cant figure out why wont the 4-wheel drive lock in when I need it to..on 1992 chevy truck c-1500 A: Johnny, To give you a simple answer would be extremely hard without looking at the truck. This ... | |
| Ball Joint Replacement cost | 9/17/2004 |
| Q: Mr. Brandt, My 98 GMC 1500 4wd Pickup needs new ball joints...what is a ballpark figure I should ... A: Buddy, This amount, can vary greatly from area to area. Where I live, standard shop rates are $85 ... | |
| 01 Montero Sport -lights on the dash... | 9/16/2004 |
| Q: I had the four wheel drive engaged about three weeks ago in my 01 Montero Sport and when I hit the ... A: Nate, It sounds like you may have a broken ground wire, or a stuck switch on your parking brake ... | |
| clicking noise up front at takeoff | 9/14/2004 |
| Q: My 99 Jimmy 2dr 4wd has a clicking noise at takeoff, and i am not sure what the problem is. I did ... A: Chris, Hard to say, without listening to the sound. I would have someone walk alongside of the rig ... | |
| Lift kits | 9/13/2004 |
| Q: I bought a blazer with a lift kit already on it and I need to replace some parts. Is there a way to ... A: Pete, Without talking to the person who installed the lift, it's real hard to tell. You may be ... | |
| suspension and steering | 9/12/2004 |
| Q: I need to replace the left upper ball joint and both front control arms on my 94 Chevy T-10 Blazer ... A: Pete, As each brand, and size lift kit requires different modifications, I wouldn't know on this ... | |
| Airbag Light and Instrument Panel | 9/11/2004 |
| Q: I have a 98 cherokee sport 2wd. The problem I have is this. My airbag light stays on constantly ... A: Joey, It sounds like you have a loose connection, or a bad ground in the instrument cluster. It ... | |
| repair or trade? | 9/9/2004 |
| Q: Now divorced, I have no vehicle knowledge. I have a 97 Grand Cherokee (Orvis) w/108,000 m that I ... A: Dana, Boy, this is a tough one. If I could see the Jeep, and check it out in person, it would be ... | |
| more power? | 9/8/2004 |
| Q: hey I just purchased a 2001 tj 2.5 with 40, 000kms. I was wondering what recommendations you have ... A: Josh, You can only get so much out of the 4-cyl, but a start would be to install a free flowing air ... | |
| 79 jeep | 9/2/2004 |
| Q: My father bought a 79 Cj. How much should he expect to pay for three new motor mounts and ... A: Lynda, A set of polyurethane motor mounts cost, around $70 a pair, and stock replacements, around ... | |
| Wrangler Transfer Case replacement | 9/2/2004 |
| Q: I have a '92 YJ 4.0 w/5spd and am looking for a used NP231 transfer case to replace the one in it ... A: Brad, As far as I know, the transfer cases should be interchangeable. Just to make sure, you ... | |
| hood release | 9/1/2004 |
| Q: I own a 95 Chevy Tahoe and the hood release is not working. I can hear the cable moving as I pull on ... A: Sylvia, Sometimes, you can bend a stiff piece of steel rod, such as a welding rod, and hook the ... | |
| Natural gas smell in Toyota Tacoma? | 9/1/2004 |
| Q: Hey again. So I've been smelling what seems to be natural gas sort of smell in the Toyota Tacoma. ... A: Mike, Depends on what you are calling a "natural gas" smell. If it is closer to rotten eggs, then ... | |
| 97 Tacoma Leaf Springs | 8/31/2004 |
| Q: I found a place that has used leaf springs for Toyota Tacomas. Can I put a newer leaf (from the ... A: Mike, You can use any of the springs, as long as you make sure both sides match. If the newer ... | |
| 86 Jeep Cherokee Trans/Transfer Noise | 8/30/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1986 Jeep Cherokee 4x4 with a 2.5 cyl, 5 speed/NP 207 Transfer with 190,000 miles. When you ... A: Ray, Without, actually listening to the noise, or driving the Jeep, it's hard to guess what the ... | |
| 98 Jeep Cherokee Classic - start/stall | 8/29/2004 |
| Q: Carl, I am the "new" owner of a 1998 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4x4 with 87K miles. After stop-and-go ... A: Joan, If you had that much rust and debris in the tank, your fuel injectors, and fuel filter may be ... | |
| Ford Clutch | 8/25/2004 |
| Q: The clutch in my 2002 ford explorer sport has gone out and i was told that the you can not bleed the ... A: Jason, Most hydraulic clutch systems have a bleeder valve on, or near the slave cylinder. Any of ... | |
| 2000 Grand Cherokee | 8/24/2004 |
| Q: I have a 2000 Grand Cherokee and have had an issue where I hit about 75 miles per hour I have a ... A: Krista, I would advise you to take the Jeep to a reputable shop that specializes in 4 wheel drive ... | |
| Check Engine light | 8/22/2004 |
| Q: I have a 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee with a 6 Cly. and a automatic trans. The check engine light came on, ... A: Fred, The most common failed component that will cause the check engine light to go on is the ... | |
| WHEEL NUT SIZE | 8/20/2004 |
| Q: I have a 98 Bravada. I need to grease the bearings. I dont have a socket large enough for the nut ... A: Bob, I don't have any specifications for the Bravada, but you can purchase a manufacturer's shop ... | |
| oil in air filter | 8/20/2004 |
| Q: i have a 1995 jeep cherokee sport. i am getting oil in the air filter . the pcv or ccv valve are ... A: Shawn, A small amount of oil is not too uncommon, but you may have some wear on the engine ... | |
| 1991 GMC TURN SIGNAL COMBO SWITCH | 8/16/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1991 GMC F/S PU, my right blinker will not blinkin the back, but it will in the front. I ... A: Adriane, It sounds like a broken wire, or bad contact. Check and see if the right brake light ... | |
| 4x4 | 8/15/2004 |
| Q: where can I find step-by-step online info on how to repair jeeps (eg. clutch, hardtops, holleyn ... A: Will, As far as a website goes, I doubt very much if you could find one that could supply all of ... | |
| Suspension | 8/12/2004 |
| Q: My wife has a 1993 Nissan Pathfinder, 4 wheel drive, manual shift. I would like to make it as safe ... A: Jim, Try not to listen to most of the bad information out about SUV's being so dangerous. Yes they ... | |
| Ball Joints | 8/12/2004 |
| Q: My daughter took her 96 ford explorer, non 4x4 to get it aligned today. They told her that the ball ... A: Penny, This wear is normal, especially with the mileage. I'm not sure about the cam, as there is a ... | |
| Tahoe windows | 8/11/2004 |
| Q: I have an 02 Tahoe and we want the glass in the back doors to go all the way down, not just half ... A: Susie, As far as I know, this is a factory installation, and not adjustable. I have a 2000 Grand ... | |
| 98 jeep grand cheer. 5.2 v8 | 8/7/2004 |
| Q: have knocking/clunking noise and vibration visable in front wheels upon hard turn to right. removed ... A: Vaughn, I would guess that you have a bad wheel bearing in the front end. Another possibility, is ... | |
| Jeep Pinging | 8/7/2004 |
| Q: 1995 Jeep wrangler. Repairs: tires, slightly larger than stock, fuel line, battery, dealer tune up. ... A: Marshall, Sounds like you need to join our 4x4 club with your toys. Anyway, as far as the shop ... | |
| lft kits | 8/6/2004 |
| Q: i have bought a 79 bronco. it came with a 3" body lift on it. my question is if i'm wanting to keep ... A: Brandon, There is no substitute for a suspension lift. With a body lift, you are raising the ... | |
| 1988 jeep cherokee laredo starting issues | 7/5/2004 |
| Q: ok i have a 1988 jeep cherokee laredo that now will not start without starter fluid. we've changed ... A: Erin, Well, it seems as though your boyfriend can't do it. First of all, if your fuel filter is ... | |
| electric fan | 7/5/2004 |
| Q: '88 Cherokee 4.0L. I was driving a rough forest road in 4wd at slow speed. When I parked and shut ... A: Ross, Well, the first thing to do, is to replace the reservoir bottle, and the radiator cap. This ... | |
| jeep cherokee | 7/4/2004 |
| Q: i own a 94, jeep cherokee 2 door SE, 4x4. it has the awesome inline 6 (i thank the lord every day) i ... A: David, You've run into the main problem with the Cherokee, as far as large tires go. They don't ... | |
| altitude jumper wire | 7/3/2004 |
| Q: I have a Jeep Cherokee 2.5L. A label under the hood says the vehicle is intended for use above ... A: I haven't seen this before on the 4 cyl, but I've seen this on the older 4.2 ltr six, so I tried to ... | |
| lift kit 95 explorer | 6/30/2004 |
| Q: why cant i find a lift kit for my 95 ford explorer ive looked every where they go up to 94 then they ... A: I have had similar problems with my 96 Ford F250, and my Jeep WJ. What I would suggest, is to ... | |
| Improving traction | 6/30/2004 |
| Q: I own a Nissan Patrol 260 2.8 Diesel, 1991. The vehicle is stock except for the shocks (EMU ... A: Carlo, Let's start with tire size. The 31's should do just fine. If you are having trouble in the ... | |
| axels | 5/26/2004 |
| Q: i have a 95 jeep yj and its rear passenger axel shaft is bent causing my rear tire to wobel how ... A: Nick, Before you replace anything, make sure that it is a bent axle, and not a bent rim. If it is ... | |
| Front-end Shakes | 5/26/2004 |
| Q: I have a 2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD (18.5k miles) that has been giving me "shaking" problems for ... A: Jen, I would suspect bad shock absorbers, or a bad steering stabilizer. Visually check them for ... | |
| rear transmission seal | 5/25/2004 |
| Q: 99 Wrangler leaking gear oil. I know it's the transmission and not the transfer case. How in depth ... A: Ron, The first thing I would suggest, is that you purchase a repair manual for your Jeep. They can ... | |
| electrical problems | 5/25/2004 |
| Q: I have an 85 cherokee and recently as i attempted to start it I lost all electric as if a short had ... A: Dave, It sounds like you have lost a ground connection, or blew a fusible link in the ignition ... | |
| REAR HATCH FLIP WINDOW | 5/24/2004 |
| Q: My 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee the rear hatch window release button stopped working I get nothing when ... A: Bob, The first thing I would suggest, is that you purchase a repair manual for your Jeep. They can ... | |
| 1977 Jeep CJ7 Steering Column | 5/24/2004 |
| Q: ------------------------- What models of cars' steering columns can be adapted to a 1977 CJ7? ... A: Vickie, Most of the wrecking yards should be able to look up replacement parts on their computer. ... | |
| Front wheels "crimp" when I make a sharp turn | 5/23/2004 |
| Q: I have a '94 Grand Cherokee with quadrotrac all wheel drive and 4.0 L I6. After driving for more ... A: Art, This could be caused by several failing components. If you do have a limited slip ... | |
| serpentine belt | 5/21/2004 |
| Q: I have a 95 jeep cherokee 4.0l and the serpentine belt has been replaced several times but an ... A: Roger, Many times, this noise is due to a worn bearing in the idler wheel. A quick check to see if ... | |
| 1977 Jeep CJ7 Steering Column | 5/20/2004 |
| Q: Do you know where I can find a tilt wheel steering column for my 1977 CJ7? A: Vickie, Check out your area for wrecking yards. There are several different vehicles that have ... | |
| Amp | 5/20/2004 |
| Q: Do you know anywhere I could hide an amp in a 1989 jeep wrangler since it has no locks on the doors. ... A: Nick, There are a few companies that sell locking, steel boxes just for this. Check out some of ... | |
| steering will not return to center posistion | 5/19/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1988 Jeep Wrangler with 111K miles. After I complete a turn the steering wheel will not ... A: Dan, It sounds like you have a valve problem in your steering box, or power steering pump. Another ... | |
| I'm looking for a recommendation Re: replacement tops. | 5/19/2004 |
| Q: I've been shopping for a good deal on a decent replacment top for my 1995 Sahara. Came accross the ... A: Sherie, I'm not familiar with the "Pavement Ends" brand, but if it's cheaper, you might contact the ... | |
| Liftgate Struts | 5/17/2004 |
| Q: It looks like Express Auto Parts has 2 different struts for my 97 Grand Cherokee (one for the ... A: Travis, You should call around to some different auto parts stores, or look in some Jeep ... | |
| 1995 jeep cherokee | 5/17/2004 |
| Q: The A/C in my 1995 cherokee is blowing cold air,but it only comes out of the vents for defrosting ... A: Sean, It sounds like you hit all the bases. The only other thing that I can think of, is that one ... | |
| Front Wheels start "Crimping on sharp turns" | 5/16/2004 |
| Q: I have a '94 Grand Cherokee" with full time all wheel drive. When the car is warm (after driving ... A: Art, Without riding in, or driving the Jeep, it is extremely hard to diagnose this problem. I ... | |
| tire size problem??? | 5/16/2004 |
| Q: Put 33" tires on my 89 Wrangler, 4.2L, Automatic 6 months ago with no problems. Now the ... A: Megan, Yes, the tires can cause more drag on the transmission, but, this depends on how you drive ... | |
| Turn Signal, Windshield Wipers, High/Low Beams | 5/15/2004 |
| Q: Where would I look to find a replacement thing on the left hand side of the steering wheel for a ... A: Nick, The first place to check with, is any of your local wrecking yards, preferably one that ... | |
| front end shimmy during breaking | 5/15/2004 |
| Q: 1999 Jeep Cherokee V6; Front end shimmees during breaking. All other steering and front end ... A: Rex, It sounds like something in the alignment came loose. I would contact the shop that did the ... | |
| Computer number | 5/14/2004 |
| Q: I have a Cherokee Laredo 4.0 1991 High output,AT, it needs the computer becase the last one is ... A: Roberto, Your local Jeep dealer should be able to supply you with the appropriate part number. ... | |
| Better Gas Mileage | 5/14/2004 |
| Q: What do you recommend to increase my gas mileage for my 2000 Wrangler Sahara? I read where an ... A: Rick, I have heard of the Tornado, and actually purchased one. I wasn't impressed, especially the ... | |
| Body Lift Kit | 5/13/2004 |
| Q: I am unable to find a body lift kit for a 1988 Jeep Cherokee. Does anyone offer such a kit. ... A: Warren, As the Cherokees are unibody construction, body lifts are not offered. I do not recommend ... | |
| Possible fuel pump problem | 5/12/2004 |
| Q: I Have a 2000 Wrangler Sport with the 4.0 engine. It has recently been difficult to start, and I do ... A: Randy, This should be an easy one to troubleshoot. This could be, nothing more than water in the ... | |
| Lift kit problem | 5/12/2004 |
| Q: I have a 2000 TJ Sport, I put a 2" Skyjacker block lift with new Nitro shocks. At the same time I ... A: Randy, The first thing you need to do, is to contact the company you purchased the lift from. This ... | |
| Air Conditioning | 5/11/2004 |
| Q: Jeep Gr Cherokee 1996 Laredo. Air Conditioned air coming out of vents goes off momentarily then ... A: Rusty, This can be caused by several things. It sounds like you may have a loose wire connection, ... | |
| Steering wheel shakes | 5/11/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (6 cyl) with close to 60,000 miles. Every now and then the ... A: Nadine, I've had the same problem, more than once. The normal cause of this problem, is: 1) Out ... | |
| turn signals | 5/10/2004 |
| Q: The hazard lights on my 1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport work however when I use the turn signals they do ... A: Al, I don't have a manual for your model, but the flasher unit, is usually located on, or near the ... | |
| Interior water leak | 5/9/2004 |
| Q: I own a 1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4x4, with a 4.0L. My problem is that there is an interior water ... A: Scott This can be caused by a leak in the windshield seal. Another possibility, is a heater core ... | |
| jeep belt replacement | 5/9/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Jeep Cherokee, with V-6 engine. I bought a new serpentine belt, but I cannot get it to ... A: Jim Some of the Jeeps have a spring loaded idler that can be pried up to replace the belt. Others, ... | |
| FUEL MILEAGE AND TRANNY SENSORS | 5/8/2004 |
| Q: I HAVE AN 89 CHEROKEE I6 4.0 FUEL INJECTED AND I AM GETTING ABOUT 200 MILES TO A TANK ON HIGHWAY ... A: Jonathon, First of all, I would get the tranny checked out and repaired asap. As far as sensors ... | |
| airbag indicator light on | 5/7/2004 |
| Q: We were driving the jeep about three weeks ago and we made a sharp corner and heard a snap inthe ... A: Steve, It sounds like you may have broken a main ground wire, or positive wire inside of the ... | |
| electrical | 5/6/2004 |
| Q: jeep cj-7 1983 6 cyl. 258 i need to know the pin out of the carburetor connector? (stepper motor) i ... A: J-F, As I don't have manuals for all models of Jeeps, I suggest to most of the people with wiring, ... | |
| Air Conditioning | 5/6/2004 |
| Q: My buddy and I both have 97 wranglers and we both have the same problem. The air conditioning does ... A: Mark, Sounds like a bad vacuum line, or one that has not been located correctly, that links the ... | |
| 86 Jeep Comanche ignition locked in on position | 5/5/2004 |
| Q: My ignition is locked in the on position. Do you have any suggestions or advice? It is a 1986 Jeep ... A: Rhonda, Sounds like you may have a broken tumbler. Try to work the steering wheel back and forth ... | |
| Gas gauge | 5/5/2004 |
| Q: I just bought a used 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I filled it up this weekend and this morning as I ... A: Angela, This can be tough to trouble shoot. It sounds like you may have a bad ground, or loose ... | |
| The various soft tops for a TJ | 5/4/2004 |
| Q: Hey Carl, just a question here. I have an aftermarket soft top w/ hardware that came with the used ... A: Shane, There are only a few manufacturers of tops, with Bestop being the most common. I have seen ... | |
| 1997 Grand Cherokee-clunking sound | 5/4/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1997 jeep grand cherokee with 130K. It makes a clunking sound when you turn left or right. ... A: Terri, Sounds like a universal/CV joint on the end of the front axle going bad. Another ... | |
| rear window glass replacement | 5/3/2004 |
| Q: I need to replace the rear window glass for my 1988 Cherokee, got any tips or tricks ? A: Steve, As it would be hard to explain the process in writing, I would suggest that you purchase a ... | |
| jeeps...serpentine belts... | 5/3/2004 |
| Q: need to know where to find the spring-load device that will make installing the serpentine belt ... A: Keith, On my 94 Wrangler, the idler pulley is fixed. The belt is adjusted by the power steering ... | |
| Exhaust hangers for 89 pioneer 2x2 | 5/2/2004 |
| Q: I have a 89 Pioneer 2x2 inline 6. I've just gone through exhaust hell, and now I have a new ... A: Brent, What I would do, is to talk to some of your local muffler shops, and see if they will weld ... | |
| frontend | 5/2/2004 |
| Q: I HAVE A 2002 TJ WRANGLER W/A 3.5'' LIFT & 33'' GOODYEAR A/T.RIMS ARE 8'' DEEP,JEEP RAN BEATIFUL FOR ... A: Jerry, I've had the same problem, more than once. Go to a different shop, preferrably one that ... | |
| Rear Bumperettes | 5/1/2004 |
| Q: One of my rear bumperettes is dented and has a form like a "W". The shape is supposed to be a "U". I ... A: Nick, The only easy way to get the shape back, is to replace it. They are not overly expensive. ... | |
| 89 jeep cherokee | 5/1/2004 |
| Q: I got bullshited by a so called friend that said he could swap 4.0l engine for me well he left my ... A: Joey, Whoops. That's not the first time I've seen this happen. I would contact a company called ... | |
| 84 jeep cj-7 motor | 4/30/2004 |
| Q: Sorry, I realize this is not your line of questioning but I'm at my wits end. Here's the problem. ... A: Mike, This is a tough one, unless I could be there to help trace out the missing vacuum lines. The ... | |
| transmission rear seal | 4/29/2004 |
| Q: I am trying to replace the rear tranmission seal on a 1996 Cherokee Sport. I have removed the drive ... A: Pete, First of all, I believe that you are working on the transfer case, unless you have a 2 wheel ... | |
| suspensions | 4/29/2004 |
| Q: I am going to change out the stock axles on my 1978 CJ5 to Dana 44s front and rear. I'm trying to ... A: Jim, Jim, As this is a controversial issue, since many drivers do not like the spring over, I am ... | |
| lower transmission line removal at radiator | 4/27/2004 |
| Q: when i got ready to remoove my radiator i discovered the top tranny line was threaded and the lower ... A: Ernie, Some of these lines require a special tool for removal, and installation. I would suggest ... | |
| Wrangler 1999, Sahara | 4/26/2004 |
| Q: Carl, I own a 1999 TJ Sahara, the d-35 in the rear failed, spider gears broke and that took a hunk ... A: Bill, If you plan on doing any hard core off roading, the dana-44 would be much better than the ... | |
| alternator noise | 4/26/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1995 jeep wrangler 6 cylinder with 50K miles. The other day i noticed that everytime i ... A: Dino, This could still be the serpentine belt. They do tend to squeal if they are not tight ... | |
| Torx screw | 4/25/2004 |
| Q: How do I remove a torx screw from the exterior of my Jeep that has a stripped head? The screw head ... A: Joe, You can check with Sears, as they have screw removers for this type of problem. I have a set ... | |
| axle info | 4/25/2004 |
| Q: i have a 78 cj-5 and it has what looks to be a dana 44 in the rear. the only number is c- 32055 in ... A: Major, This sounds like it may be a casting number. The stock rear differential for your year CJ, ... | |
| 1968 | 4/24/2004 |
| Q: I know this isn't your field but i'm haveing trouble getting my grandfathers 1968 cj started.I get ... A: Wayne, Since you have flames shooting out the carb, you know that you must be getting spark. Make ... | |
| jeep repair | 4/23/2004 |
| Q: I've got a 98 Jeep grand cherokee ltd. It's got 67,000 miles on it. I just took it in for it's first ... A: Seth, Sounds like you went to a Jeep Dealer. I would take the Jeep to a different reputable shop ... | |
| Bad Rear Diferental Bearing | 4/22/2004 |
| Q: I just learned that the whining noise [which started a week ago] from my well maintained 1993 Grand ... A: Kevin, This sounds a bit high. I would estimate the cost to be $600 or less. For $950, you should ... | |
| rear retainer bar | 4/22/2004 |
| Q: I bent the rear bow that goes over the rear window on my Jeep Wrangler 2002, is there a way to fix ... A: Gin, This depends on how bad the bend is, and if it is a smooth bend without any kinks. I would ... | |
| 98 Jeep GC: Vibration at certain speed | 4/20/2004 |
| Q: I own a 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (6 cyl.) with 68500 miles on the odometer. In the speed range ... A: Christopher, I would still suspect a tire problem. See if you can find a shop that does wheel ... | |
| 1985 Jeep Cherokee | 4/18/2004 |
| Q: I need to know the torque specifications for the flexplate of a 1985 2.8 v6 4x4 automatic Jeep ... A: Tish, As I don't keep manuals on all Jeep models, I would suggest that you purchase a repair manual ... | |
| fuel delivery | 4/18/2004 |
| Q: my jeep cheeroke 1990 will run for about 5 min. and then just die. Has good spark but when I check ... A: Richard, Sounds like an electrical problem, and loses spark after it warms up. I would try to ... | |
| serpentine belt configuration | 4/17/2004 |
| Q: need to know serpentine belt configuration, in the process of replacing water pump on a 96 jeep ... A: Betty Ann, If this isn't shown on a diagram under the hood (sometimes on a paper fastened to the ... | |
| overheating | 4/17/2004 |
| Q: My 2000 GC Jeep, 6 cyl seems to be running hot. The temperature gauge needle sets on the upper end ... A: Mike, This could, very well be a thermostat gone bad. The normal operating temperature on the ... | |
| fuel filter | 4/16/2004 |
| Q: i would like to know where the fuel filter is located in a 1997 jeep grand cherokee laredo A: Bonnie, It should be fastened to the frame, in the fuel line running from the tank to the engine. ... | |
| Jeep Cherokee Sport Steering Stabilizer | 4/15/2004 |
| Q: I just had my 2000 Cherokee Sport inspected. The steering stabilizer is leaking fluid and should be ... A: Robert Boy, they must be charging plenty for labor. I haven't replaced one on that model, but have ... | |
| Jeep Repair | 4/15/2004 |
| Q: I've recently backed my 1995 jeep into a tree, the left rear break light is cracked and the back ... A: Michelle, This depends on where you order the parts from. I would suggest that you purchase a 4x4 ... | |
| oil pressure | 4/14/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1997 Jeep Wrngler 6 cyl. I was driving today and the check gauge light came on. I noticed ... A: Joe, I really suspect that you have broken a wire, or have a faulty oil pressure sending unit, or ... | |
| suspension knock | 4/14/2004 |
| Q: I have a knock and noise when I am driving slow and turning coming from my front end. I have ... A: Brian, Wow, you have covered everything that I would have suggested. It is possible that the ... | |
| removing a water pump | 4/13/2004 |
| Q: I have a 94 Jeep Grand Cherekee. I need to know what tools I need to use to remove the fan?(which is ... A: JOHN SMITH The easiest way to check this out, would be to go to your local auto parts store, and ... | |
| Siezed engine | 4/13/2004 |
| Q: I own an inline 6,'92 Jeep Wrangler. I recently ran it through about four feet of water, killing the ... A: One thing that I should have mentioned, is that when you submerge like that, you need to check all ... | |
| Wheel offset and backspacing | 4/12/2004 |
| Q: I am looking at getting some new wheels for my 95 cherokee sport and right now it has the factory ... A: Casey, A normal back spacing for non-factory rims is 4". An 8" wide rim will be more than enough ... | |
| CD Player | 4/10/2004 |
| Q: I got the speakers hooked up, now I'm putting in a CD Player and I can't figure out where the hot ... A: Nick, You should hook up the positive wire to the acc (accessory) side of the ignition switch. ... | |
| Jeep Speakers | 4/9/2004 |
| Q: I need to know how to reach the front speakers in order to replace them. It is a 1989 Jeep Wrangler. ... A: Nick, You should be able to reach them from under the dash. This can be a little akward, but can be ... | |
| Clutch assembly | 4/8/2004 |
| Q: Carl I'm sorry if this isn't in the specified field, but if you've got the time I'm willing to ... A: Jim, Are you saying that the clutch is slipping, and not engaging, or is it hanging up. If it ... | |
| Thumping sound | 4/5/2004 |
| Q: When i turn there is a thumping sound coming from underneath the car, what could that be and how ... A: Katrina, It sounds like you have some worn out suspension components. This can vary from shocks, ... | |
| Thumping sound | 4/5/2004 |
| Q: When i turn there is a thumping sound coming from underneath the car, what could that be and how ... A: Katrina, It sounds like you have some worn out suspension components. This can vary from shocks, ... | |
| Leaf Springs | 4/2/2004 |
| Q: I am looking at buying a super cheap Cherokee for the sole purpose of going offroad for next to ... A: Brett, First of all, you can measure the CJ7 springs, and see if they match up with the Cherokee's ... | |
| Steering Stiffness | 4/2/2004 |
| Q: I have a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee that I lifted 2.5" and put 32" BFG's on. Lately I have had ... A: Adam, Without looking at the Jeep, I would guess that you have a power steering pump going out. ... | |
| squeaking noise | 4/1/2004 |
| Q: when I get in and out of the front seat of my 2002 Jeep Liberty the car makes a loud squeaking ... A: Kate, First, you need to find out where the squeak is coming from. Is it the seat, or the ... | |
| Jeep Wrangler Fog Lights | 3/31/2004 |
| Q: Could you please send me a link or photo of some sort, (wiring diagram), or even instructions for ... A: Jeff, The easiest way to check this out, would be to go to your local auto parts store, and ... | |
Carl Brandt
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
Will discuss suspensions, lifts, lockers along with tire suggestions. Trail ratings and possible requirements needed for specific type of trails. Safety equipment and what you should carry with you. Certified off-road instructor. I am not a mechanic, and 4-Wheeling is a hobby, so if I can't answer a technical question it is due to my mechanical knowledge being related to vehicles that I have owned, or have worked on. I do not have manuals on all vehicles.
Experience
40 plus years of 4 wheeling in a variety of vehicles. At the present time, my major off-road rig is a 94 Jeep Wrangler with a spring over and a 1 1/2" suspension lift. This gives me a total lift of 7" or so. I have lockers front and rear. I have removed the track bars, and sway bar for maximum articulation. I am running a stock 2.5 ltr 4 cylinder with a Jacobs ignition along with a cold air high flow filter. It has 4.56:1 gears with a Dodge NV4500 transmission along with a 3.8:1 Atlas II transfer case. This gives me a final ratio of 105:1 in low gear/low range.
Other vehicles I own, are a 96 Ford F-250 with a 6" lift, posi rear end, 36" Hummer tires, 5 speed with a fuel injected 460 ci engine, an 87 Samurai with an 8" lift, Ford 9" rear end with a spool, Chevy Dana 44 front end with an electric locker, 5.88 gears, 16% reduction in high range and a 6.5:1 low range with 35" Baja Claws, and a stock 2003 Grand Cherokee Overland.
Trails I have run are the Rubicon (10 times), Dusey Ershim, Fordyce Creek trail, McGrew trail, several trails in Moab, Utah along with local monthly runs.
Organizations
Lost Coast 4x4's
Cal 4-Wheel
Corva
UFWDA
Blue Ribbon Coalition
Education/Credentials
Certified off-road instructor - Certificates in engineering/electronics
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