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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| where can i find the correct brake light switch | 5/24/2011 | Todd Lambert |
| Q: im looking for a brake light switch for my 89 jimmy 4.3l.there isnt a part number on the part i took ... A: I'm sorry I misread your question the first time and thought you had a Suzuki Jimny. I've had a ... | ||
| 305 Chevrolet cylinder heads. | 5/23/2011 | Todd Lambert |
| Q: Todd, Hate to ask this question but I am not familiar with the 305 heads. I am installing a set of ... A: After doing some research I have been unable to find anything that says anything about the heads ... | ||
| Nozzle Pressure | 5/22/2011 | Todd Lambert |
| Q: What does nozzle pressure mean? What are the effects of reducing or increasing it on the engine? ... A: On a multi point fuel injection engine the fuel is injected directly into the manifold. The amount ... | ||
| reply | 5/22/2011 | Todd Lambert |
| Q: I don't know how u call yourself an expert they put two heads on saturns from from 00 till 04 one ... A: James from Ohio, As I said I am not familiar with the Saturn models, so if you provide me with the ... | ||
| 2001 saturn | 5/22/2011 | Todd Lambert |
| Q: 2001 saturn engine 2.2 w/egr port in head interchangable with 2000 saturn engine 2.2 with out egr ... A: James, As I live in Australia I am not familiar with Saturn parts. Do you have the engine numbers ... | ||
| choke assembly | 5/22/2011 | Todd Lambert |
| Q: I have a 1986 ford f150 with a 300 cu in. motor. I have a breather for it but I am missing some ... A: Moe, If I understand you correctly you are missing some parts from your carburettor? If you are ... | ||
| Mazda 929 wagon ( 1983) | 5/21/2011 | Todd Lambert |
| Q: I am re-building the Mazda MA 1970cc engine of my Mazda 929 wagon. The machinist said the engine ... A: Robert, The 2.0L Mazda MA engine is also used in these vehicles: 1981–1982 Mazda Luce/Mazda Cosmo ... | ||
| Nozzle Pressure | 5/21/2011 | Todd Lambert |
| Q: What does nozzle pressure mean? What are the effects of reducing or increasing it on the engine? A: Sarthak, I am unfamiliar with the term "nozzle pressure", but my best guess would be that it has ... | ||
| where can i find the correct brake light switch | 5/20/2011 | Todd Lambert |
| Q: im looking for a brake light switch for my 89 jimmy 4.3l.there isnt a part number on the part i took ... A: Do you have any more details on the car? In Australia, where I live the Suzuki Jimny is only made ... | ||
| Engine | 4/3/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: Antonio this is a all make engine question. I change my oil and filter at 3000 to 4500 miles in all ... A: For vehicles with high mileage, i recommend using a high mileage oil, this will help protect the ... | ||
| roof rack cross bars | 4/1/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: You responded to me with "you don't answer homework questions" I'm not sure why, maybe it was a ... A: The question that you are asking me, is one that can be answered by use of many channels. One of ... | ||
| Wheel Bolts | 3/30/2011 | Mike Evans |
| Q: What is the wheel bolt size; ie, the bolt that holds the wheel on? I know it isn't a common bolt but ... A: Every car uses a different size bolt. And, most cars don't even use bolts, they use the hub to ... | ||
| Effect of vibrations | 3/21/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: While driving over speed bumps, I just tend to go slow in 2nd gear and slow down just by stepping on ... A: This sounds to me like you are not properly downshifting. When going over a speed bump, etc., you ... | ||
| Wearing away of clutch | 3/17/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: Please tell me how careless driving can cause premature wearing away of the clutch? Please use as ... A: To keep this in "simplest terms as possible", what is going to kill a clutch is a few simple things. ... | ||
| type B or C fuse | 3/16/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: Have a 2000 Saturn SW2 and want to change the fuel filter. Instructions says to pull the fuel pump ... A: These type of fuses are easily removed and replaced if damaged, they simply pull straight out of the ... | ||
| Outdoor car storage | 3/16/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: I have a 4-year old VW Polo that is due to be immobilised for three months during my absence. I've ... A: As with any vehicle, if it is going to be left sitting for multiple months out of the year, you run ... | ||
| Engine Sizes | 3/8/2011 | Mike Evans |
| Q: I am hoping that you would be able to answer my question about small engines. I hope that I have ... A: Needless to say, wearing a helmet is always a good idea. I've seen people who weighed several ... | ||
| Engine Sizes | 3/8/2011 | Mike Evans |
| Q: I am hoping that you would be able to answer my question about small engines. I hope that I have ... A: It is pretty much a law that applies in all states: all mopeds and scooters can be no more than ... | ||
| Car battery care | 3/7/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: I have a 4-year old VW Polo that is due to be immobilised for three months during my absence. I've ... A: I apologize for the delay in response, it has been a very busy week here. To answer your question, ... | ||
| door mirrors | 3/6/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: i have a 2004 Volvo s60 4door sedan needs right and left door mirrors. found a set of mirrors from a ... A: Having reviewed the part dimensions and guides for both vehicles, I have determined the following. ... | ||
| Car battery care | 3/5/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: I have a 4-year old VW Polo that is due to be immobilised for three months during my absence. I've ... A: As with anything involving GAS and Electricity, it is important to note that mixing gas or gas fumes ... | ||
| P-30 Starter | 3/3/2011 | Mike Evans |
| Q: I have to replace my start about every 6 months, what can be causing this?, This is a rebuilt engine ... A: Shimming the starter motor controls the distance traveled by the starter drive on engagement. ... | ||
| disc brake pad shims | 3/1/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: I just replaced my front disc brake pads and rotors (on 1995 Subaru Legacy, if it matters). I ... A: To answer you question, the shims keep the pad and puck square to hit the rotor flush they also help ... | ||
| Vehicle Inverter | 2/28/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: Is the ground terminal on the Inverter supposed to be grounded to the frame of the Vehicle or to a ... A: Well this is outside my area of expertise, as i only deal in automotive applications, however, i ... | ||
| Vehicle Inverter | 2/26/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: Is the ground terminal on the Inverter supposed to be grounded to the frame of the Vehicle or to a ... A: Anytime you need to ground something in a car it needs to be grounded to a GOOD VEHICLE CHASSIS ... | ||
| mazda shaking | 2/15/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: I have a 2000 Mazda protege' and when I drive under 40, I experience a little shaking and bumping ( ... A: It sounds to me like to have a bad motor mount. A bad Mount (The piece that holds the MOTOR to the ... | ||
| Catalytic Converter | 2/12/2011 | Mike Evans |
| Q: My CR-V '05 FWD is been making abnormal noise backing up and my engine light has been on solid for ... A: Actually the converter is full of rare metals, most much rarer and more valuable than Platinum. ... | ||
| Catalytic Converter | 2/12/2011 | Mike Evans |
| Q: My CR-V '05 FWD is been making abnormal noise backing up and my engine light has been on solid for ... A: You can buy that converter for less than $300, provided you don't live in California. CA ... | ||
| brake system | 2/4/2011 | Mike Evans |
| Q: I have a 97 ford Taurus GL 3.0 DOHC I tried to replace the rear brake pad/rotors and found out that ... A: These cars should have conventional electronic ABS. From what I know, they stopped using this ... | ||
| Springs | 2/4/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: I have a 97 Expedition and the suspension system is gone. I want to replace the back suspension ... A: If the vehicles are IDENTICAL, then the springs should work in your vehicle. However, remember that ... | ||
| 1989 Plymouth voyager Accleration problem | 1/28/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: Ok it said i had to many follow up questions ,so I will continue here..I told you that the auto shop ... A: My only other recommendation is to bring it to a mechanics shop, and ask them to check your ... | ||
| 97 vw golf gti 16v 2.0t | 1/27/2011 | Mike Evans |
| Q: 97 vw golf gti fuel pump isnt gettin power ive replaced the relay it didnt help its just not gettin ... A: Sure, just run a hot lead from the pump to the relay box. Use one of the other relays and it ... | ||
| 97 volkswagen golf gti 16v 2.0t | 1/27/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: my fuel pump is not gettin power to it any ideas or away i could just run a different power wire? A: I am thinking that this may not be a problem with the fuel pump, but rather an immobilizer that is ... | ||
| 1989 Plymouth voyager Accleration problem | 1/25/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: Ok it said i had to many follow up questions ,so I will continue here..I told you that the auto shop ... A: It sounds to me that since your gasket issue was fixed and there is more pickup, i would think to ... | ||
| front suspension | 1/24/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: I HAVE 1969 PLYMOUTH BARRACUDA, WILL THE FRONT STEERING KNUCKLES FOR A 1973-1975 FIT ONTO MY FRONT ... A: According to my research, and according to my diagrams, they parts should fit, however, to be sure ... | ||
| timing belt tension | 1/23/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: is ther a inch pound torque a person can use to adjust the timing belt tension on a 1986 dodge ... A: There are many tools a person can use to get the correct amount of Inch pounds of torque, however, ... | ||
| 1989 ford bronco l l 2.9liter v6 4wd auto | 1/23/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: bronco runs great cold when I run it hot it runs poor up hills runs slow I just put thermostat in it ... A: I understand your problem. Have you checked the TPS (throttle Position sensor) this sometimes, can ... | ||
| gm 3.4 | 1/23/2011 | Mike Evans |
| Q: will a 3.4 out of a 1996 pontiac montana fit in a 2001 grand am with a 3.4 A: Yes, but you'll have to swap a lot of the 96 parts for the 2001 parts. I'm not sure it's ... | ||
| key switch stuck on the start-on position | 1/21/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: I have a 1989 chevy 1500 standard with 350 engine...the ignition key will not turn off...will turn ... A: I use to have a 1989 Chevy K Model Blazer, (Has same ignition switch) with mine you use to have to ... | ||
| PLEASE HELP ME | 1/20/2011 | Antonio Ibarra Jr. |
| Q: My 1989 Plymouth voyager 2.5 4 cly Turbo....is stalling after a short drive (wont accelerate without ... A: I'm sorry to hear that your head gasket is blown. However, this is not a deal breaker, and can be ... | ||
Mike Evans
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
Auto repair and parts questions on any year or make including older and foreign makes(MG and DeSoto, for example)
Experience
30 years as an auto parts counterman and parts manager, both wholesale and retail
Education/Credentials
B.A. in english, minor in physics
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