AboutSkip Bollinger Expertise Heretofore, I will NOT answer any mechanical question. I am not qualified and can only offer speculations. You are better served by others that are true Techs. With that being said, please only ask about parts and locating obsolete Auto Parts. Thank you.
I have the ability to locate quite a few mechanical parts for American made vehicles fron the 1900`s to present. Some are OEM and some are aftermarket. This would include engine, brake and chassis parts. Body parts and trim are VERY difficult to find but you may inquire.
If you need assistance in repair, I have illustrated books for major American manufacturers that show some illustrations BEFORE 1974. If needed, I can supply repair manuals for your specific vehicle.
PLEASE REMEBER I'M A PARTS SPECIALIST, NOT A TECH!! Thank you..
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Question hi i just recently got my engine rebuilt. I decided to change the air intake hose because mine was in really bad shape then right after i did that the engine light came on. the car was running better then it ever has sice i have owned it. then the next morning the car was very hard to start. so i tried everything change the distributer cap and plugs and wires,but nothing changed so i unhooked the mass air fdlow sensor and it started then i pluged it back in and the car was drivable but the engine light stay on and every morning it is really hard to start do you think that it is because it is the mass air flow sensor?
Answer Tristan,
As I stated in my Profile, I'm a Parts Professional, NOT a Tech but will offer these thoughts to possibly give you some direction as to how to fix your vehicle.
If the "check engine" light is on, a code has been set in the vehicle computer. I know O'Reilly Auto Parts has code readers you can "rent". They will help you decipher the error code. Please remember, the code set will only give you an idea of what SYSTEM is having problems. It CANNOT pinpoint the exact problem. If it comes back with a MAF (mass air flow) problem, it could be the MAF OR any wiring going to it, including a dirty plug connection.
When vehicle manufacturers first came out with computer controlled vehicles, they came up with OBD (on board diagnostics) and convinced the public that the vehicle could "self diagnose" any problems the vehicle may have... NOT!! They just blew smoke up our pant leg to convince us to but new cars.
That is where I would start if I were you. I know this isn't the answer you wanted but I'm a Parts Professional, not a Tech. I thought about hitting the "I'm not qualified to answer this question" button but wanted to possibly give you some direction. I hope it helps you a little. Good luck...
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