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| 90 model samari | 11/18/2009 | David Scott |
Q: Can you put gears in 90 model samari if so what's best way
A: There are option, depending on what you want/need, and what you are going to do with the ...
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| 89 Suki Sami | 11/17/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have experienced loss of power especially going up hill, and my mpg have gone down considerably. I ...
A: Assume nothing and treat this problem as if it were someone else's vehicle. Check the valve ...
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| Grinding noise coming from the back of my sj410 | 11/15/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I bought an sj410 that has stood in a barn for 6/7 years,when we drove it noticed a grinding noise ...
A: Put it on jackstands, with the rear tires off the ground,and see where the noise is coming from. ...
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| greasing front hubs | 11/10/2009 | David Scott |
Q: in winter my 4x4 front locking hubs are just about impossible to turn and lock . I asked the ...
A: If you look at the hubs, there are fasteners on the outside "cover" that contains the portion you ...
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| rear wheel-bearing | 11/10/2009 | David Scott |
Q: i have a 1984 sj410 and was wondering if my vehicle has rear wheel-bearings and if so how would i go ...
A: Yes it does have rear wheel bearings, and they're a little difficult to replace. It's necessary to ...
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| 1990 GEO Tracker LSI Ground Problem | 11/5/2009 | David Scott |
Q: The previous owner of my Tracker has done some crazy wiring in the engine bay and under the dash. I ...
A: Suzuki is fond of running a ground wire to the trans , bell housing, starter, block or wherever ...
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| Suzuki SJ410 transfer box | 11/3/2009 | David Scott |
Q: Wath could have broken in the box if I can't get High range 4x4 drive. When I selected High range I ...
A: I can't answer that without seeing it apart. They're pretty easy to take apart. the only hard part ...
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| manual hubs | 10/31/2009 | David Scott |
Q: cant move the hubs from free to lock on 97 sidekick sport - they were free 6 months ago can i ...
A: is it below freezing, and have the hubs been washed with a pressure washer in the past few months? ...
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| 87 suzuki samurai carb problem | 10/30/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I bought a 87 samurai. when i got it it was knocking pretty bad. It was running and was idling fine ...
A: We have a problem. the issue is that unless I know what device the connector actuates, I can't tell ...
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| running problem 96 sidkick 1.6L | 10/28/2009 | David Scott |
Q: i have a 96 sidkick 1.6L stick, runns great, than after warm up, it will kill at stop signs, idel ...
A: you need to find out what the fuel pressure is both when it's running well, and poorly. Also check ...
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| electrical, engine power issues, lights & dash dimming, | 10/28/2009 | David Scott |
Q: 1993 sidekick Driving no problems stop at a light and then poof no power spurting and then stereo ...
A: instead of a short or draw, I believe that there is a connection that is marginal (heat makes ...
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| electrical, engine power issues, lights & dash dimming, | 10/27/2009 | David Scott |
Q: 1993 sidekick Driving no problems stop at a light and then poof no power spurting and then stereo ...
A: It's probably a bad connection somewhere, one of the nastiest problems around. Be methodical, and ...
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| 87 suzuki samurai carb problem | 10/19/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I bought a 87 samurai. when i got it it was knocking pretty bad. It was running and was idling fine ...
A: Have you checked to see that the intake manifold is from the same year vehicle, and looked at a ...
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| chek engine light on 1998 suzuki alto car | 10/9/2009 | David Scott |
Q: the check engine light comes on intermittently what does this mean
A: It means that one of the operatin parameters is wrong. You will have to use a scan tool to query ...
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| sj410 grease nipple | 10/7/2009 | David Scott |
Q: i recently bought a 1984 sj410 and saw that i had little grease on my front cv's. How do i grease ...
A: You're right, there is no grease zerk. You will have to jack the front end up, and take the top ...
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| 1994 suzuki sidekick | 10/4/2009 | David Scott |
Q: my sidekick runs and idle's fine but when we go to shift into reverse it stalls but goes into drive ...
A: There have been shorts involved with reverse (the reverse circuit), as well as shorts that occur ...
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| Vitara 1994 fuel tank | 10/4/2009 | David Scott |
Q: There a four pipes coming from the fuel tank, can you please tell me what they are all for?
A: There's caveat to this answer, and it's composed of two things; First, I've never as much as ridden ...
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| 95 Sidekick oil smoke on startup | 9/26/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have a 95 Sidekick with 1.6 liter 16 valve engine. I'm a retired mechanic but don't know a lot ...
A: Sounds like the guide seals are letting a little bit sneak by while it sits. It's not a problem ...
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| valve clearance 98 Suzuki 16 valve engine | 9/20/2009 | David Scott |
Q: The Haynes manual says that my 98 Suzuki Sidekick valve clearance should be .03-.047". My Suzuki ...
A: The valves, in a gasoline engine, more than a diesel, tend to wear the faces, and the seats on the ...
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| reviving my zuk | 9/18/2009 | David Scott |
Q: i have a 1993 16 valve 1590cc/1.6l 4x4 Suzuki sidekick EFI that is partially alive. Many problems ...
A: The intake manifold does not have oil pressure to it,so it's probably not the issue. You need a ...
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| Samurai Engine Overhaul | 9/14/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have a 1995 Suzuki Samurai that needs an engine overhaul. One of the mechanics I have approached ...
A: The engine in your Samurai, unless different from my 87 ahd 88 motors has a VERY hard steel liner ...
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| Vehicle | 9/14/2009 | David Scott |
Q: 1. I have awhat is the best vehicles to own? I am thinking of a motorcycle? 2. What are the price ...
A: That's entirely a subjective value judgement as to which is best. For fuel mileage, a small ...
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| Vehicle | 9/13/2009 | David Scott |
Q: 1. I have awhat is the best vehicles to own? I am thinking of a motorcycle? 2. What are the price ...
A: I do own many vehicles, and among them are older Suzukis, an X-6, a 500 Titan, and one of the ...
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| Sj 410 coil suspension | 9/12/2009 | David Scott |
Q: Which coil springs do you suggest are the best to use for the sj410 coil spring conversion?? Im ...
A: I used stock wrangler springs, and not the heavy duty version. My kid put a video of us playing on ...
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| 1990 Geo tracker Ignition | 9/9/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have a 1990 Geo tracker.When I turn the ignition there is a clicking sound under the dash around ...
A: I believe, from your description, that you have a bad connection, and power loss when you ask the ...
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| Susuki sj410 fuel problem | 9/6/2009 | David Scott |
Q: My 1984 Suzuki sj410 is on an island so it's up to me alone to fix it. It has been run by someone ...
A: Junk in the fuel tank is a good possibility, and the tank is rather easy to remove, it's just held ...
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| Suzuki Samarai | 9/4/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I can't seem to locate the oxy sensor switch you were referring to. Is there anything else it might ...
A: If you remove the dash cover above your knees, you will find a small two position slide switch about ...
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| Suitable octane for SUZUKI Sedan SX4 (1.6) | 9/1/2009 | David Scott |
Q: Please advise is RON95 suitable my car SUZUKI SX4 Sedan 1.6 as it is not clearly stated in the ...
A: Octane is a measurement of the resistance of a particular gasoline to burning explosively, which ...
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| grand vitara front grease fittings | 8/31/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have a 2001 grand vitara xl7... I have a squeaking noise in the front end.. I was told it is the ...
A: IF there are grease zerks, they will be on the part of the ball joint attached to the A-arm. A great ...
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| Fuel gauge and temp gauge not working | 8/30/2009 | David Scott |
Q: We just spent the whole day trying to figure this one out. We have a suzuki Samurai 1988 model. We ...
A: Gas and fuel gauges supply power through the gauge to the respective sender. The temp, or fuel ...
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| Oil leak | 8/22/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have a 2006 Suzuki Reno with a 2.0L engine. I recently had the oil changed and after only driving ...
A: BEFORE doing any repairs, they need to show you the oil line, still on the car, and undisturbed, ...
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| Intruder 1400 starting | 8/18/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have a 2001 Intruder 1400, won't turn over just clicks sometimes. I read one of your answers and ...
A: Feel free. I don't have any friends who are accomplished professionals in the MC field. (at least ...
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| Intruder 1400 starting | 8/17/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have a 2001 Intruder 1400, won't turn over just clicks sometimes. I read one of your answers and ...
A: I don't know later Suzuki bikes, (the newest one I have is a 66 x-6) but what about the clutch ...
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| 86 Samurai Popping out of 4WD | 8/16/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have an 86 Samurai that I have been doing some light off roading with, all stock, and lately, ...
A: You have probably hit it right on the nose. The operating sleeve (an internally splined sleeve that ...
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| Type of gas | 7/24/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have a 1993 Suzukie Sidekick (2dr) 4 cylinder engine. I have always used premium fuel but ...
A: I always used regular grade in my '89 Sidekick with no ill effects. Look at your owner's manual, ...
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| flat towing 97 suzuki sidekick 4x4 | 7/15/2009 | David Scott |
Q: can i flat tow 97 sidekick with auto trans in park and trans case in neutral front hubs are auto
A: I don't know late model vehicles well enough to say. In the interest of safety, I recommend ...
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| No electronics | 7/12/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have no electronics I was trail riding and the lights flickered and everything died.I have ...
A: Check all the wires that go from the battery positive post. You either have a severely corroded ...
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| No electronics | 7/12/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have no electronics I was trail riding and the lights flickered and everything died.I have ...
A: Verify that the ground near the starter is good, and that the body grounds are ok. Verify that ...
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| 2006 Reno loss of compression on 1 head | 7/10/2009 | David Scott |
Q: I have a 06 suzuki reno.While i drive it thru a paking lot slowly and take off onto main street or ...
A: There are too many possibilities to discuss without having access to the vehicle to examine it ...
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| heater | 7/7/2009 | David Scott |
Q: what needs to be removed in order to replace the heater hose in a 1995 sidekick. Hose to pipe?
A: Which one? One carries hot coolant from the motor, and the other carries it back to the engine. ...
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