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Didn't see one in the catalog.
Ask your stupid questions (or ones that don't deserve their own thread) here.
I'll start with this:
1991 Mazda 929s that will start, runs, and drives (barely) but just about every warning light comes on the dash. Headlights are also really dim.
Some people say a dying ECU. Any ideas?
Sounds about right, could be some other issues thou. Would still check battery and voltage, just in case. Could also be some wiring issue. I'm not an expert so no idea.
Here's an question: I have a car with manual gearbox. When I change from first gear to second I often get this jerkiness. I can slow down a bit and do it slowly and then there is no jerkiness, but how can I do it without slowing down and still prolonging life of my clutch?
>>15163139
Make sure your clutch is well adjusted and fully releases. A test is, Jack up the drive wheels, start the car, put into first or a gear, and with the clutch to the floor the wheels shouldn't spin. Otherwise check motor mounts, and last practice shifting, you'll probably need to slip the clutch more to get smooth shifts.
Do all car dealerships price match? I found a deal for about $2800 off MSRP but it's about 3 hours away
If I have no other choice I will go there, but I would rather not
Can a can of Seafom in the tank inadvertantly raise octane rating or just in general, cause the car to run like shit for a while?
I once use fuel stabilizer in my motorcycle over a winter and it ran like shit when i got it out, only to improve after a couple of fillups.
>>15163139
>When I change from first gear to second I often get this jerkiness.
Because you're clutch is having to move the two torkiest gears to match input&output shaft speed. overap your gas and your clutch pedal slightly when moving through those gears.
I just bought an MR2 AW11. It has aftermarket wheels that don't match the original size, I'm pretty sure. My tires are 205/40R16. When I'm going ~65, my speedometer reads ~80mph. What speedometer gear do I need to fix this?
Are truck camper caps (or whatever they're called) easy to sell or get rid of if you buy a truck that has one?
If I stick with my parent's insurer but go on a separate plan, do I still get the loyalty discount? I've been driving for a little over 3 years.
How close to snapping were my lift bolts?
Also happens to be the first time I've opened an engine. I changed out the valve cover gasket to fix one of two possible oil leak/seep locations.
So I'm a military wellfare queen... pretty dumb too. I got called up for a deployment with 2 days notice (national guard)
At home I have a Bronco that I had bought for cheap... probably a poor choice... When I came home on leave it wasn't running right and was leaking oil etc. I'm not very car savvy. Should I have someone come out and look at it? Should I get it towed somewhere? Should I just scrap it?
Second question.. if you have $5,000-$6,000 cash would you buy privately outright or go to a dealer? All I really need is something basic and reliable...preferably with a little storage room for camping and hauling gear.. nothing too big though.
I'm not very repair savvy and don't want to waste much time on it. Should I sell it on craigslist as is or have someone come out and look at it?
What happens if you total a leased car? Do they cancel the contract or just give you a replacement?
What's the point of shifting gears in a manual car?
I'm not tryng to be snarky or anything, I really do not know the purpose of shifting gears.
What is the difference between a lower gear and a higher gear?
>>15164076
How do you not know this.
>>15164076
The low gears are what you use to get up to speed, the high gears are for once you're at the speed limit, or whatever speed you cruise at. If you stayed in first gear, you couldnt really go any faster than 30 mph depending on the car. If you stayed in 5th or 6th gear you would stall the car when you tried to roll out from a stop light. There's a lot more little things, Google how a manual transmission works and reasons to drive one.
>>15164076
>what are gears
why are you on /o/
>>15164225
To learn.
That was a very rude statement.
>>15164248
Welcome to /o/ lol, and 4chan as a whole.
You'll find that not everyone is like that though.
>>15164076
Have you ever ridden a 10 speed bike? It's the same concept. low gears make it easy to accelerate, but you can't get to a high speed. High gears make it easy to cruise at the high speeds, but it is hard to get up there. It is most efficient to start at 1 and work your way up. Think of the engine as your legs. Its speed is measured in RPMs, and it goes up as you accelerate until it changes gears; that's when it drops back down to a lower speed. It has very little power when it isn't moving fast, but it also gets very little done when it moves too fast and actually starts to damage itself (that's the red line). You need to find the best gear to stay at optimal RPMs. Automatic transmissions simply go through this process for you.
>>15163244
Call and ask.
>>15163442
Maybe if in high concentration, seafoam is basically diesel mixed with some oils.
>>15163689
No experience with campers, but i wouldnt think they are hugely demanded, however it depends on your local market for the demand. And call the insurance company and ask, they might.
>>15163875
Put the bronco on Craigslist as is for cheap, youll probably get a better deal with a private car, but more selection from dealers.
>>15163039
holy fucking shit im watching 1st stage of initial d
episode 16 the sil80 girl holy shit what the fuck the dicksticking in crazy i daneadsfafgsdf
?????
2003 Sierra 1500
Whenever I hit something hard, like a pothole, speedbump, etc, something gets knocked loose and starts bouncing around under the floorboards. The noise (and feeling) goes away after a while.
I've been under it to check for anything loose. I honestly has no idea wtf it is, and how it corrects itself after a while.
I have a problem with my truck. When i press down the gas pedal it struggles to accelrate.
Sometimes i have to press it 80% down just to get to 40+mph.
What the fuck?
According to my haynes book, the highly probably causes are fuel filter/pump, engine is somehow not getting enough air even though the filter is still new, and the other thing is throttle position sensor.
Also, when i park the truck and rev up the engine, the RPM pin gets to 2000 rpm and then goes back down or way up when i press the gas pedal, its basically unpredictable. If i press down the gas pedal and leave it at a certain position the RPM meter goes down ALOT.
Is the visibility from inside the Camaro really that bad or is it a meme?
How thr fuck do I wash my windows at a gas station without having the fluid run down the sides of the car and leave streaks?
I've been needing some new tires for the past week on my DD and I've been trying to decide on size.
The OEM size is 225/50/R17 but they ride rough. I've read that I can put 235/50/R17 tires on it as well to increase the side wall height and save $30 a tire. Here is a size comparison site I found:
http://www.willtheyfit.com/index.php?width=225&aspect=50&diameter=17&wheelwidth=6.5&offset=46&width2=235&aspect2=50&diameter2=17&wheelwidth2=6.5&offset2=46&Submit=Calculate#content
My question is: because the wheel width (6.5" with 46 offset) is pushing it using 235 tires, would it be a bad idea to use a tire with an H speed rating compared to V? Will I run into issues with cornering hard with the softer sidewalls?
Can i really just splice into any cable in the car and "steal" some electricity from it using pic related?
>>15165933
Change fuel filter. You can test the TPS with an ohm meter. Or if it's cheap enough, change it to and see what happens.
might be a long shot, but any idea what car this might be?
Supposed to be American car expressly built for fast speed/pickup, I'm not quite sure.
>>15170276
side profile
I'm thinking of getting this supra is there anything to look out for? https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/5556838995.html Also are supras any good as a daily driver?
>>15170283
>>15170283
nigger thats a fucking mustang, or a shelby cobra or something
>>15170355
*saleen cobra r
not sure why I said shelby
>>15170190
Yeah but depending on what you're splicing for, it could cause a drain, and those things aren't exactly dependable.
Soldering and heat shrink tubing a splice is more reliable.
>>15170283
They gonna be dead in a few frames.
>>15170276
That first frame seems to be a lancia intagrale tho
>>15170462
yep, those were fucking nice cars
>>15170434
>shitstang
>not knowing they are already the dead
How much transmission fluid is it ok to drink?
>>15170425
So if i wanted, i could just get the electricity for my fog lights by splicing into the cables of my headlights and it would not cause any weird problems?
I don't know shit, forgive me, i just ask myself if it would need more juice that way and make the cable overheat or something
>>15170496
enough.
>>15170121
pls respond
>>15170502
You would need to ground it and put a switch in between the splice and the lights unless you want the fogs to run when ever you cut the head lights on.
Also keep in mind some cars have two circuits for high beams and low beams
Electrical work isn't for the feint of heart, if you do it incorrectly you can easily cause your car to catch fire.
What's the best 10k USD I can spend on a car /o/?
>Will be a DD
>needs to be practical enough to get groceries, but I won't be regularly carrying 4 passengers.
>needs to be a manual
>preferably RWD or AWD
>I'm no stranger to maintenance, but I don't need anything leaving me stranded in the desert.
>Otherwise I'd just drive my golf.
Been looking at E46 BMWs primarily. W123s crossed my mind too. Thought about trying to find an old Falcon/Tempest/even an El Camino or Ranchero with a small block and updated mechanicals. Haven't pulled the trigger on anything yet.
What am I overlooking?
>>15170258
Thanks friend.
>>15170121
Depending on the weight of car it may feel more floaty when hitting something, and your cornering ability will be more determined on the compound of the tire.
I've went up 20mm in width from stock and had to roll my rear fenders slightly becuase Im dropped about 2ins, but itll ultimately depend on your car and how its set up.
And unless you're planning to do speed runs
>>15170635
*H will be fine
>>15170600
what do you want to do with it?
E39 540i are in that range and wont be any less dependable than an E46.
>>15170635
Well it's a 2008 Hyundai Sonata LX so performence isn't a huge concern as much as comfort and safety.
The only reason I wanted the 235 was having a more comfortable of a ride but is it going to handle like shit in hard turns ( the Sonata is already a boat) because of the increased sidewall height and softer sidewall with the lower speed rating?
>>15170674
Just looking for something fun to lay miles on. I won't be doing anything more than the occasional spirited drive. Change the oil, rotate tires, etc.
>>15170732
540i would be more comfy than a E46, though the MPG will be worse.
>>15170705
Why are you concerned about cornering in a sonata?
Like i said it depends on the compound of the tire, Typically H's arent top of the line tires like z's and V's but I doubt in a sonata you're going to be able to push it hard enough to notice.
In fact it may initially be better handling if your current tires are really old and dry.
>>15170798
I'm just concerned because the stock wheels are only 6.5" wide and 235 is right at the edge of acceptability for that wheel. I don't want to run into issues because of it.
>>15170798
Also the route I drive to work every day is full of roundabouts that I take very hard because of the asshole drivers I commute with being a bitch and lots of exit and on ramps at somewhat high speed.
>>15170811
>>15170843
You probably won't have issues, and even with dumbasses you drive with you're not going to push it any where near the limit to where it gets dangerous, a sonata isn't set up to do that.
>>15170862
Alright. Thanks for the help.
>>15170764
i'll look into them, thanks for the recomendo
![1e369534d76c64d543ea7f335e26e741[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/ziTyJ4d.jpg "1e369534d76c64d543ea7f335e26e741[1]")
I have a question
anyone have the corolla version of this photo?
I'm looking at getting a 1998 audi a4 1.8t quattro
its a 5 speed, 155k, 1300 bucks
I want to know if the drivetrain is worth it, ive never had an audi and neither has anyone in my family or even close friends.
Not really keen on cars, but the Mustang would fit the description of geared towards speed/fast pickup. Looks way boxier than any modern mustangs, so maybe a vintage?
>>15170462
The lights and everything seem to check out but the text explicitly mentions something about american cars, but it might mean this thing was supposed to be a contender for the "dull engine" and "poor chassis" of American cars.
Found another pic with the back which seems identical to this though
I have a truck with some good tires with good tread still, but I still want to get some all terrain tires so I can put em 'em on when Winter/Spring come again.
Currently I have size p235/75r15 tires on, and actually want to get some bigger tires, not too big just size p235/75r17.
Would I have to get bigger rims? Or would the rims I have on currently still fit.
>>15171701
btw I have 6.5" Rim Width if that helps.
>>15171360
op is a mazda, friend
>>15171455
They're neat, had a big ol boner for the B5 back in the day.
Not sure the drivetrain is worth it. I haven't driven a B5 A4, but I have the same engine (I mean, a bit different, it's turned sideways and whatnot) in my GTI.
It's smooth, very little turbo lag, gets ok fuel economy, but it is not a fast car. I believe the year you're looking at would've come with the 150 HP variant. That plus all the extra weight (vs a Mk4 golf/jetta) is going to make for a very underwhelming car.
The plus side is there's a ton of options for bolt-on aftermarket stuff. You can make cool whooshy sounds and make the car significantly quicker than stock, but it'll still be slow without a larger turbo. Even big turbo, these motors just don't make power as easily as the VAG 2.0T and you'll still be slower than most cars that have half as much money put into them.
Also, I'm assuming you're a poorfag if you're looking at a car that cheap. Parts costs (both maintenance and fun stuff) for these are much higher than jap/us cars, as per usual. Be prepared to spend some cash getting new CV boots, wheel bearings, chasing vacuum leaks, replacing sagging headliner/interior bits, timing belt, coilpacks, motor mounts. Haven't seen one pass 200k miles with the original turbo either. There are quite a few problems common to that era of VW/Audi products, pretty much the same on every model.
Anyway, if you really want a VAG product from that era, I'd recommend any Mk3 golf/jetta with VR6, or any mk4 golf/jetta with 1.8T, VR6, or TDI, mostly because the lower weight will make for a bit more of an engaging drive.
>>15171825
Yeah, ive only got like 3000 for a car.
I'm mostly looking at a 03 maxima 6 speed but its like 250 miles away from me and i cant do anything about it until saturday.
So in the meantime the feeling to look for other cars is still pretty strong. Seriously /o/ and vincheck and all these things are a goldmine.
>>15171942
Is it the 99-03 Maxima or the 03-08?
I've always heard the former as being an excellent driver's car, as far as FWD sedans go. I believe you could get it manual with LSD, LSD might even be standard on those. But yeah, I've heard they have an excellent powerband and responsive handling.
Another resource you might want to check out is The Car Lounge. Most of the users come through VWVortex, so the attitude is fairly euro/jap centric, but the board is meant for all makes. It's well used and old, so you can just Google "the car lounge 'x' model" and you'll most likely find an older thread titled something like "Learn me about the first gen Saab 9-3" or any other model that one could be remotely enthusiastic about.
>>15171701
the last number is the wheel size. so no, you would not be able to fit those tires on your current rims.
>>15172069
If you are getting an earlier Maxima, the engines are an issue. the 3.5 eats oil like a bitch. the 3.0 is a wonderful engine though and is fucking bulletproof.
>>15171942
keep an eye out for rust in the rear wheel wells on 00-03 Maximas. every single Maxima/Infinity I have seen has started to rust there, sometimes badly.
>>15172069
its a 03, so
>>15172212
starts to be a thing that ive read about.
I spent vacation time driving around the west coast last year in a 2000 maxima gxe. From central texas to california and zig-zag up through as many roads as i could, up until i got to seattle and then just back down through idaho, utah, new mexico.
The ride was loud but the tires were not great either and the car handled it like a champ otherwise.
The car was rear ended recently so i'm just looking for the fastest car i can afford that i can work on myself while at least being a sedan.
What is the best gift you could give a mechanic?
Fathers day is coming and i want to get something ready.
>>15173473
Magnetic wristband if he doesn't have one already. Fuckin' love mine.
What is an example of an F-Body car? I heard someone talking about it today and I don't know what it is.
Also
>Is it cheap?
>Is it fast?
>>15163039
I think my Caprice (79) is leaking transmission fluid, but the dipstick still says it's full. Overfull actually. But if it won't move after putting it into gear, adding TF seems to fix it. Just tried to drive it yesterday after sitting for several months, and it wouldn't budge, but I'm worried it's already got too much TF in it.
Also usually I can get it to go if I rev the shit out of it, is this a sign of low TF? This time (after it had sat for several months) reving the shit out of it wouldn't do anything.
>>15173703
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GM_F_platform
I think my head gasket might be about to go. I get hard starting (but not every time, just occasionally), damp exhaust even after running for a long time on a hot day (but again, not all the time) and I've used maybe half a pint of oil in the last 2000 miles, but there's no smoking exhaust except at start up (white), no milkshake oil, and as far as I can tell no oil leaks
>>15174347
Pressure test bro
>>15171701
Yeah dude you're stuck with 15s
What kind of truck? I'd throw 31x10.5/15 on.
Anything bigger without a serious power plant is a waste.
>>15174347
pressure test and check coolant frequently.
>>15174366
Its an F-150 ext. cab.
But thanks for the input man.
Should I splash out on a set of Pilot Sport 2s for my Fiesta ST or just save some money and buy two new Potenza RE050As for the front axle?
The Potenzas are the standard factory fit tyre for the car, and while they haven't really irked me, I know there's a plethora of tyres out there which will be grippier, more comfortable, and with less road noise. However, I am a little skint right now so spending big isn't really a good idea, and my front two are illegal so this has to happen right now. I also think the nature of Potenzas probably feeds a little back into the character of the car.
I just don't know /o/. Never really properly thought of tyres before.
>2010 highlander
>engine dies sometimes on start, but then starts back up and stays on
Battery is fine, starter is still healthy, but what the fuck?
>>15174480
I mean, it'll die about 3 seconds or so after I start the engine, but if I start it back up, it stays on like nothing's wrong.
>>15174469
Been recommended RE002s as well. Anyone?
Can I fix a valve cover gasket leak by applying fast gasket on the outside of the leak?
>>15176810
Dude. A valve cover leak is the easiest of leaks to fix.
Just get some RTV and a new gasket and do that shit yourself. it's like 15 minutes of your time.
What are some of the most well known cars with tachs like this?
my base model RSX is is hydrolocked, and the mechanics tell me that its fucked.
so
i DO have enough for an engine swap which he told me it'd be a "rough" estimate of 4k max...
the body has 120k miles on it so far and has given me no issues at all besides it getting hydrolocked.
or just cut my losses with it and start all over dealing with strangers who may or may not try to fuck me and sell me their problems...
:(
>>15170190
yes you can do that, the problem there is if the thing youre adding will overload the wire/fuse and cause a fire
I have a 1992 F-150 with the inline 6. It doesn't want to start. It rained really hard one day while I was driving and it just started sputtering and died. I left it in a gas station parking lot for a few days and came back and it started and drove fine like nothing was wrong with it. It rained again and it did it again. But after a few days it started again. Then one day it didn't rain it started I pulled out if my driveway and it died and now it won't start at all. I replaced the distributor in it and it still won't start. The battery is new and all the wires I've checked seem fine. I took it to my local mechanic and he doesn't even know what's wrong with it. Any ideas?
>>15163039
How does /o/ feel about the Mazda3? I'm looking for something reliable and fuel efficient but also not boring as hell.
>>15170502
something thats gonna draw alot of power really needs its own dedicated circuit
>>15177392
Yeah, I don't think you know how difficult it is to get to mine
>>15177772
>>15177772
Specifically 2012 and newer Mazda3 sedan, probably with the Touring trim and the manual 6-speed
Any one know anything about a 1999 ford f250 v10, do they have any problems.
>>15170502
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/attachments/modifications-accessories/610313d1316173316-hella-experience-500-ff-hella500ffwiring.jpg
Won't work, it won't be able to just "steal" power as that power comes from a controlled relay that puts out a certain amount of power.
You're gonna have to run another relay. Here is the way I did it;
That relay will have a few different pins.
One will receive power directly from the battery, and on that cable there should be a fuse
.
Second pin will be grounding.
Third pin will be power that goes to the lamps themselves.
Fourth pin is what will be receiving the "controlling" power. You use a splice like the one you pictured and put it on the wire to the lamp you want the foglights to work in correlation with, aka if you want it to work with the original foglights you put the splice on the power wire for one of them, and if you want them to work with the high beams you put the splice on one of those. From that splice you lay a cable and connect it to the relays last pin.
Now the lights getting power from the new relay will turn on whenever the lights that the splice is connected to turns on. If you want them to work independetly you're gonna have to use a relay that works with its own switch instead of switching on when it gets power to the "last" pin.
Hey guys: LSD problems
It's the stock LSD in my ae86 coupe, it makes a high pitch whining sound which gets higher in pitch at higher speeds, the sound is only heard when the engine is giving power to the diff. Also under deceleration there is a loud clunking sound, sounds kind of like a screwdriver rolling around in the boot but I know it's the diff. Will I need to replace the final drive gear? Carrier bearings?
>>15171942
That maxima will be an absolute money pit. The car will nickel and dime you for its entire life. Please avoid on thag budget.
No reliever pics cuz on mobile but
>How many cars can the cheap $3 can of turtle wax cover
And how liberally can I apply it?
Looking to wax a couple shit boxes
Also
>What is the button that recycles air in the cabin called?
The one that is near the ac and people turn it on with the ac and the picture on it seems like it keeps air in the cabin
What is it called and what does it mechanically do and should I keep using it with ac
Does using daytime running lights use gasoline? I Google daytime running lights and the first article I saw was about how they use more fuel and I don't see how that's possible since it's electric, right? Not gasoline?
>>15178454
Relevant*
>>15178455
A load on the alternator would make the engine work harder in essence yes
But for something as small as daytime running lights it should be insignificant
My 10+ year old corolla 4banger shitbox 120k miles jumps 200rpms idle when using high beams after starting and not at operating temperature
can i smash the cat out of a car if its still on the car?
>>15177588
Bumping this
Can you choose however much you finance a new car for?
Say I want a new 40k car and I put down 30k, can I finance the rest?
>>15177670
If you've got the time and a good friend you can do your own engine swap for around 2k assuming you don't have any of the things you need like a cherry picker. If you can get your hands on that stuff for free you can bump that cost down to around 1k for a junkyard engine plus a rebuild kit for it.
My Problem is Here >>15165933
>>15170258
So i bought this fuel pressure tester from amazon
>http://www.amazon.com/Actron-CP7838-Professional-Pressure-Tester/dp/B0009XQUKC
It worked and i checked the fuel rail PSI, it came out to 50 psi. My haynes book says the proper spec should be 35 - 45. Is my pressure tester wrong? Or is there nothing wrong with my fuel pump/filter?
The next thing to check is throttle position sensor. And if that doesnt fix it then my engine is dying...
>>15179046
You probably already checked this but when was the last time you changed your spark plugs and the wires? I was getting terrible acceleration in my car because and after I did the spark plugs as part of general maintenance and I could accelerate normally again.
>>15179098
Actually yea, i havnt checked those. I did pluck out one spark plug to check the wear conditions and it looked fine according to my haynes book. It has pictures in the back of what they should look like when running normally.
I will check the others too. What should i check for in the wires? I have a multimeter.
Also, would this help?
>http://www.amazon.com/Lisle-20610-Inline-Spark-Tester/dp/B0002STSC6
>>15178834
man im an amateur with wrenching. im just gonna get rid of it.
>>15179162
I would check all the spark plugs in case one of them is shitty. I had 3 that looked in rough but still usable shape and 1 that was god awful. I didn't do any testing on the wires so I can't comment on that item for me they just looked like 20 year old cracked rubber that desperately needed replacing so I replaced them.
Is what people say about old german luxury cars bankrupting people actually true? Does it assume you get all your work done at a mechanic instead of doing it yourself? Basically what I'm asking is if I bought an german car and did all the work myself would it still rape my wallet?
>>15179375
>if I bought an german car and did all the work myself would it still rape my wallet?
I would assume yes since you may have to buy proprietary parts for your car that are not standard.
Somehow apple can get away with this.
>>15178111
cmon help an Aussie out
Is springing 1000$ for an unknown condition (other than windows intact) school bus? Might be a great project.
>>15163039
I'm an Ausfag with a friend in the States who's going to pick up a few parts for me and mail them over.
What are the most popular auto stores in the USA? Like Autozone.
Also is J.C. Whitney a popular store? And does it have walk in locations like Autozone or is it an online only place?
If I put the key in my car and turn it all the way and hold it nothing happens for a solid 30 seconds (no starter clicking or any sound from engine bay) then suddenly it turns over like it normally would before this problem.
battery is at a good voltage before trying, so I'm guessing I have a bad ground/faulty wiring some where yeah?
Talk me out of buying a 1989 735i
What does it mean if a carbureted bike won't start without starting fluid (after which it starts first time)? Fuel delivery issues?
>>15179681
Pls respond, it's either this or a truck top camper thing.
Is there a 'best brand' for vehicle ramps to look for? I'm paranoid about jack stands and I don't intend to be crushed by an E30 in my lifetime.
>>15168261
Yea it's bad
>>15178111
It means the LSD is worn out. You need a new LSD. It's only going to get louder.
>>15178454
Depends on the size of the car.
It's the recirculating button. If you're windows are fogging up you don't want to use that. If not, you should use it. It keeps the car cooler since it doesn't have to use the warm air from the outside.
>>15178779
Yes
>>15179952
Autozone
NAPA Autoparts
O'Reily's Autoparts
Advanced Autoparts
J.C. Whitney isn't as popular as the stores I mentioned. They do have brick and mortar, physical, stores but are scarce.
>>15181340
Yes
>>15163244
>$2800 off MSRP
That doesn't sound like much. Almost always there is a bunch of money off MSRP in all the years I've seen new cars being sold. The local dealers seem happy to sell at the TrueCar price so that probably means that could be considered the baseline "MSRP" to negotiate from. But don't bring up truecar price because it also means you will not try to negotiate a lower price. Just quietly use it as a guide before you go in to talk to a random salesman.
>>15180033
Help friends
(ignore chicken wire fence, didn't feel like walking around the house)
Keep in mind I don't actually know a lot about cars, this car is mine if I want it. Is it worth restoring?
Won't drive in 4th gear or in reverse, and again, I have no previous experience with cars.
>>15181548
There is absolutely no reason to be afraid of jackstands if you are not a complete idiot that puts them where they can slide and drop the car on your face.
You will also be forced to use them anyway if you plan on doing work that requires removing wheels.
Btw blocks of wood are awesome for supporting loads, just cut them in the shape of a ramp and be done with them for the next 20 years
>>15182040
First thing to do, of course, is to check the grounds.
If you find nothing suspicious, you should remove and inspect the starter.
It could be partially jammed, so take a look and test both the magnet that pushes it out and the motor that makes it spin (there are two contact points where you can give it current, use both of them, one at a time and ground it anywhere on its body).
It needs to engage quickly and vigorously, if it takes time to do it, you might want to replace it or crack it open to see if you can clean/refurbish it
>>15183289
Don't bite off more than you can chew anon.
>>15177588
>>15178756
Honda s2000
>>15183289
>>15183377
Not that guy, but say I had access to a car in similar condition. Is it doable for someone with basically no experience to get such a car into strictly roadworthy shape as a jalopy?
What are the benefits of a high revving engine?
>>15183499
More power
>>15183499
More power strokes in a certain timeframe, so more power.
>>15178490
>But for something as small as daytime running lights it should be insignificant
In terms of millions of cars on the road for a whole country, the load of those daytime running lights (DRL) upon the environment is quite significant. It's why new cars for quite a while now have the option to not have DRL turned on during the day. In fact, DRL and instrument illumination levels are automatically adjusted or turned off by the computer to save energy. If it gets dark enough, the DRL are turned on and if it gets yet darker, the headlights are automatically turned on.
>>15178779
>Can you choose however much you finance a new car for?
>Say I want a new 40k car and I put down 30k, can I finance the rest?
From reading what LongPostGuy posted about financing plans, it's better to get the best overall deal first and that usually means convincing the dealer and loan maker to have a bigger stake (thus they have more profit). They thus give you better terms since they expect more profit from you carrying a larger balance. So you offer 5K down on that 40K and finance the rest, then you can immediately pay 25K (which you originally intended to do) as the early first payment. Just be sure they don't put in terms to penalize or stop early completion of the loan.
>>15183498
>Is it doable for someone with basically no experience to get such a car into strictly roadworthy shape
What you left unsaid there was that you also don't have tools and the skills to use such tools if you did have them. It's not just your ability to persevere and learn how to work on a car after you get haynes guide and other info, but some types of car work will need you to get under the car or lift it. You may also need to lift out the engine AKA "drop it" because for some cases, you don't lift it up out of the car, but you unfasten and drop it down out of the car with the car body lifted.
As that other poster said, for a total newbie, don't bite off more than you can chew. The cost of getting the tools together is signficant if you intend to keep on working on cars from now on.
>>15184124
That is basically what I figured, that it would be prohibitive cost to mess around with.
And I have to imagine paying anybody to do it, like I say just getting it roadworthy, would enough work to cost a pretty penny right?
I want to test drive a few cars.
Subaru Impreza Sti wagon
2012-2015 Mustang GT
Low end lexus idc which
Im 21 with no accidents or tickets I am also not a full screaming autist, think a dealer would let me touch a few cars?
>>15169037
Paper towels
>>15183289
If it's free and you can keep it somewhere free for a long time take it. You can learn a lot because youre going to be replacing tons of shit on that thing.
Is it normal for the steering wheel to vibrate over like 75 mph?
>>15184507
Not usually, get the alignment checked
>>15184507
Nope, check your wheels, they might be slightly bent (especially on the inside) and out of balance
>>15184574
how expensive is that roughly?
If I replace the break pads and routers afterwards the alignment will still be good right?
I have a silver 2000 disco but I want to paint it OD green for shits and I think it would look cool too. I shooped a pic of it, please give thoughts or other colors to do
>pic related
>>15185029
It's cool, the matte look also looks good
I'm new to driving manual and I was told when braking/slowing down, I shouldn't push the clutch in and then brake, I should brake and push the clutch in but not all the way or something.
Something about the way I brake does feel strange but I don't understand how to brake "the correct way".
I can do literally everything else just fine, but what I was never taught how to brake in a manual car.
what are the best regular sized all season tires I should get that will be sticky enough for the drive-home-from-work touge in my corolla?
>>15185029
Looks better than silver thats fo sho
Gonna buy my first car, used one, I'm kinda poor so I found a guy selling his Mitsubishi Lancer 96. He said the motor is a 1600 diesel, but I checked google to find if the lancer has that motor options and seems like not. He says it's a stock motor. Any hints? Should I worry about this?
And yeah diesel is kinda cheap in my country, i just want a DD.
>>15183824
>>15183824
But most larger engines have more power anyway with lower revs, and people use higher revs as a benefit when comparing the two even if the engine has less power.
>>15185616
Just ask what car it came off if you do buy it so you can buy parts for it without a problem. As long as it passes your emissions testing, it should be fine.
>>15185857
I just wondered why he would lie about it. The diesel option for that car is a 2L diesel engine. Maybe a previous owner changed it and he doesn't know. Gonna check the car tomorrow. I'm lucky that emission tests are not that rigorous here, or you can just bribe the guy that does them.
What is the price of swapping in an LS1 in reality? jokes aside i'm considering importing an R32 GTR and dropping in a crate engine i know how to wrench on things before you ask
>>15186196
What a retarded waste of money
>>15183499
depending on a lot of stuff, generally it costs more to make an engine reliable at higher rpms, but its also easier to make power at higher rpms. i duno man. maybe im wrong, im an armchair mechanic
>>15186278
i'm in canada so r32's haven been out for awhile and prices arent to bad
>>15170502
Honestly, with fogs ( or anything that draws a good amount of power) I would just run a separate circuit. It really isn't hard.
>>15173716
warm the engine all the way up before you try to drive it
>>15180033
Is it a stick? If so, neutral safety switch. Unless I disable the clutch start, my toyota takes a few seconds to turn over. Could just be a sticky relay somewhere.
Is there a difference between motor oil from the 99¢ store vs motor oil you buy from Autozone?
How much should I expect to pay for a set of good tires?
I drive a 2002 civic si
>>15184988
Should be, most tire places offer free checks.
>>15164076
>What's the point of shifting gears in a manual car?
>I'm not tryng to be snarky or anything, I really do not know the purpose of shifting gears.
>What is the difference between a lower gear and a higher gear?
this..this is bait r..right?
the answer is torque retard. also speed
>>15187452
240+ bux
>>15186855
yes. motor oil brand very much effects performance and durability.
don't cheap out on oil
>>15186549
the waste of money is drooping an LS1 in a car with a great engine allready.
the RB26 is great, it just isn't a meme. the R32 is one of the few cars where the stock engine is usually better than some shitty transplant engine
my manual miata previously has ATF in gerboxin it when i bought it. i had it changed a few months ago in which the guy put new ATF back in, saying it was not uncommon, mentions older fiestas and demios.
should i change to 80w90 or will be fine?
if so, do they mix or will i have to get it flushed.
>>15185119
>I'm new to driving manual and I was told when braking/slowing down, I shouldn't push the clutch in and then brake,
How to brake in a manual
>brake
>push clutch if the current gear doesn't hold
meaning. if you brake, and your speed isn't enough to maintain the current gear, push in the clutch and either change gear, or come to a stop.
if you push the clutch in first, the car will actually gain speed, since the wheels become disconnected to the engine, and start spinning freely in accordance to the laws of inertia and concervation of momentum (which means, it speeds up before slowing down)
>>15185119
check out the pros.
notice how his foot his on the brakes long before it ever touches the clutch. that's because the clutch only has one job. changing gears.
that's all the clutch is for, changing gears.
So I had to jumpstart my truck (93 ranger, 4 cyl manual 2wd) because the wiring is fucked and I accidentally managed to leave some lights on and killed the battery. I also had to push it into another parking spot because the batteries in both my vehicles are on opposite sides and the spot to the left of my truck was not open.
Anyway, I moved the truck back and spun the wheel to lock to steer it and after moving again, I noticed that it was leaking pretty bad. I finished moving it and parked it again and noticed that it was power steering fluid that was leaking and that the top (where you fill it) had popped off. I just topped it off and everything seems to be fine. Do I need to fix anything (other than the shitty wiring so I don't have to jump the truck again)? Should I have done something else to move it? Was this a strange coincidence?
>>15187822
forgot link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdWSyrqEnE4
>>15187795
What are good brands for tires? For a daily driver and I drive through the canyons every now and then
>>15183499
more power, longer time in gear, less reliable.
>>15179681
bro, that's a pedophile move if i've ever seen one.
>>>/b/
>>15187845
tyres are a really big and personal decision.
if you like good grip and driving at speed, i wouldn't cheap out and buy some sporty tyres (which is what i did). however, these will cost you big bux and they don't last very long, not to mention you'll get worse MPGs.
it's also not advisable if your winter are cold (snow, etc...)
on the other hand. good brands also sell "economy" tyres, which don't provide as much grip (although they provide more grip than many other, shittier brands), but last a hole lot longer, and are better for the MPG's.
brands:
>michelin
>yokohama
>continental
>bridgestone
>goodyear (dunlop)
>pirreli
in that order. think hard before buying. you might also need winter tyres (depending on where you live)
>>15170294
>straightpipe
>no shocks
>possibly 1st gen turbo
>supra
>dd
you've struck unreliability bingo. shut up and get a civic.
>>15185806
Yes, but when you mod an engine so that it has an higher rev limit, you effectively get more power out of it because math.
That is, unless the drop in torque is faster than the increase in rpm, in which case you get nothing.
Of course a bigger engine can get the same power without over stressing it's components, no shit, but a bigger engine comes with its own sets of drawbacks that people might not want to put up with. It's a matter of personal choice really.
>>15174492
sounds like a transponder issue to me... take the key to an automotive locksmith and get them to check it out. failing that, check transponder ECU, reader, things like that... a fault code scan wouldn't go astray either
>>15180033
what sort of vehicle?
>>15187812
you should put the type of oil in that the manual recommends. if it isnt in the manual then google it. dont use oils that arent supposed to be used in the way you are using them.
>>15187849
kek
Have you never seen those motor homes people make out of buses?
I'm looking at a '13 Tacoma SR5 with 81k for just under $27,000. You guys think that's a fair price? (I live in Colorado where the resale of these is high)
350z or rx8?
>>15189307
Reasoning?
Rx8s are about a grand cheaper where I live.
>>15189330
power
>>15187869
No winter tires I live in socal. So am I looking at $400 a set? I guess I am looking somewhere between economy and sport
Are there emissions laws in BC, thinking of moving there with my shitbox?
>>15189606
400$ is more than enough for actual sports tyres, so economy/sport mix is definitly an option. see what tyres fit (your wheel), maybe some michelin pilot sports 3, or the yokohama equivelent.
>>15189330
unless you want to top off on oil every time you put gas in, and rebuild the apex seals every 15-20k miles, you should go with the Z.
Does downshifting help slow my car?
I don't mean shifting down and engine braking. I downshift and rev match when I'm coming up to a stop sign or a red light. Does it make any difference or am I just being a retard?
>>15189644
That sounds awful. Guess I'll be buying a z.
Works for me I've wanted a 350z since I started driving. Thanks
>>15189902
The slow down you get from downshifting without revmatching isn't engine braking. If you let your car coast in gear then it's engine braking
>>15190112
Are you sure about that. I hear other people saying the opposite. But what do I know.
>>15190278
Yeah, it seems to be a common misconception. Here it is explained clearly
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8Cta2cC2Co
>>15171694
looks like Renault 17 btw
Might have fucked my engine, opinions needed please
>driving to houston
>stop to check water depth
>lock self out of car, running with AC on and parking lights on
>get picked up by people I'm staying with
>can't get anyone to unlock car cause lol flooding
so the thing ran for hours, at some point the Serpentine belt snapped cause the AC compressor seized, and then it ran for who knows how long with no coolant flow till the battery couldn't run the engine
Do y'all think I fucked the engine? Its an older 350 v8 (TBI)
Bonus: I started and ran it for 30 seconds from a jumper box and it sounded fine
>>15190917
Nah, I ran a blazer with a v8 in it for a year before realizing it had no oil for who knows how long. And it worked fine.
>>15184415
Probably, I went to a ferd dealer with a friend at 24 and test drove a 2016 Mustang GT 6mt, the salesman came with tho
>>15190943
alrighty, thanks for the input famiolo
>>15190291
So when I downshift to slow down, should I rev match, or does it not matter and I'm just wasting gas revving my engine?
>>15190917
At idle the cooling system can manage itself in these old bitches as long as the fan is spinning it will idle till doomsday.
>>15191842
You can revmatch it will save stress on everything, but as long as you aren't going crazy you'll be fine.
Ideal to slow down with brakes only. Downshift only when you need to.
>>15184415
You couldnt afford the insurance. I'm 26 and my insurance still hates my WRX.
>>15191866
So I should only downshift when I'm gonna take a turn? So just leave it in gear while slowing to a stop.
>>15191896
Leave it in gear and while turning learn what gear you should be in. If you do it right and let the clutch out it will be seamless.
Downshifting to slow and turn is different than just downshifting to slow down.
Having a blonde moment.
If i get 10mm thick brake disks over 9mm as they're "meant" to be, am i gonna have any issues?
Also i've found conflicting statements if they're meant to be 10mm or 9mm. Wat do?
>>15191909
That's what I wanted to make sure. So there's no need to rev match in regular driving right?
>>15191927
As long as you arent downshifting to slow down massivly it wont matter too much. It does remove all shock and shutter if you do revmatch. If you don't just let the clutch out a tad slower.
>>15191936
But if I'm at a higher RPM the car slows down faster?
>>15163794
>lift bolts
>expecting anyone on /o/ to give a shit about actual engine work
good job, how's your Celica anon?
>not even halfway through
I think you were fine.
>>15187828
>coincidence?
yes? keep an eye on it and fix your shit.
>>15189625
>what is google?
>>15191941
Revmatching while downshifting makes sure engine speed matches driveline speed. When you downshift without revmatching and let the clutch out the engine has to speed up to what the driveline is doing.
>>15191965
I understand that. So what's the difference between having the gear in and just slowing down that way, and doing the same at a higher RPM at a lower gear?
>>15191913
>what are rotors?
I don't think it's just a moment of being blonde, you have the full blown condition
>which one should I get?
measure your old ones or get the old ones resurfaced and reuse them, it's about the same cost.
>conflicting statements wat do?
call the dealership OR MEASURE YOUR ROTORS
>>15192014
sure thing mr "america is the only country in the world"
may i recommend some comprehension classes because that's not the question i asked?
>>15163039
http://hartford.craigslist.org/ctd/5581164271.html
should i buy it?
>2008 WRX
>152k miles
>5 speed 2.4l turbo
>awd fun cuz up north
Will it sudoku after 1 year of owning? thanks
>>15187807
no torque anon, i like torque....alot
I want to make a track monster and you cant go wrong with an LSx with their proven record
>>15192055
>What is greentext?
>anons condition is aggravated now
>First google result for "brake discs"
>brake rotors
in your country do they call tires wheel rubbers?
I hope they do.
>i recommend some reading comprehension
says the guy who can't find out how thick his brake discs are supposed to be using google gl with that bs
and finally:
>will using rotors that are too big or small be a problem?
wew lad you should see a doctor about that condition
>>15189003
sounds about right
Need a sexy daily driver. Preferably under 7k. What get? idk if its manual or automatic. Want something modern as well.
Does anyone know if it's worth it to try and get a chink mini truck legal in the states? Michigan in particular. I've seen that MI doesn't have any info in the IIHS website so I'm not sure if it's as easy as filling out a TR-54 form.
>>15191852
the water pump was not moving coolant as the serpentine belt that drives it snapped
>>15192365
fuck off dicksleeve you're a cunt
Does anyone have that infograph of the cars at every budget level?
Anyone know how reliable the 4.0 v6 engine is in a 2005 ranger xlt? Or the 2005 era ranger xlt reliability in general? I found one with 29000 miles. Some grandma had it and barely drove it and I thought rangers were supposed to be very reliable but now that I'm doing some research I'm not so sure. And I can't find Jack shit about the reliability of the 2005 xlt.
>>15193125
It's an automatic btw. Unfortunately
>>15191949
shut the fuck up you flying fucking cancer cannon. back to your basement dwelling you tranny fapping fuck
Hey guys,
I recently repaired my car at a garage because the stabilizer was fucked. It got fixed and I didn't use the car for about a week until today.
I dropped someone off somewhere about two kilometers away without a problem but upon returning I noticed the temperature was rising very fast. It was at 100 degrees and within minutes it raised to 110 and the car flashed "STOP".
Obviously I stopped because I thought shit caught fire. Opened the hood and the first thing I noticed is pic related. The hose isn't connected to wherever it's supposed to connect. I think it's the coolant.
Turning the heater in the car on "warm" doesn't work either. It simply blows off cold air.
Is the problem what I'm seeing? If they fucked up the garage you would say I would have noticed the warning far earlier but they didn't get near the hood and there's no way that hose snapped by itself.
It's a Peugeot 206 FYI
>>15193370
Pic related is what I found on google, that hose in my car isn't that long and unreachable to put in that sweet spot.
>>15193376
the retards that did your car cut the hose because they're retards, go back and tell them to replace the hose
it shouldn't completely run out of coolant though, regardless. that hose is just for a set amount of coolant that expands out of the radiator as it warms up, shouldn't lose you all your coolant without it
>>15193370
>>15193591
on some cars, this little hose surely can cause overheating and massive coolant loss on its own. It i cut it in one of my old vw's, I'd probably have about 10 minutes of driving before disaster. If I look in the reservoir when running, its a steady flow.
its replaceable with any standard, cheap hose... looks like 3/8 ID. less than 10 bucks I'd say. replace hose, fill with coolant first into radiator if you can, then reservoir. keep an eye on temp and check coolant for the first week or two of driving, be ready to top off.
Can anyone help me identify this hose? It's on a volvo 940 turbo identical to mine.
It goes from the air intake, after the filter and MAF but before the turbo, and goes somewhere on the intake runners but I can't find the spot where it should go.
Should this hose have hose clamps at either end? I found it in the engine bay disconnected at one end, and I'll go get some hose clamps to put it back on if I need to. Car isn't driven regularly right now while I work on some of the electrical shit.
>>15191986
It's the same reason why you use a lower gear to drive in general. The gear ratio of lower gears favours torque over speed, meaning you can accelerate harder, but with a lower top speed.
The engine produces torque both when giving gas and when releasing the throttle, the torque just changes direction (and magnitude), so when you try to engine brake in a lower gear the braking torque at the wheels will be higher than what it would be in a higher gear.
So, in the end, downshifting while engine braking makes it so your car decelerates faster than keeping the gear you are in when you lift off the throttle
>>15192083
It's been in an accident guaranteed.
>>15193055
Where is your fuck radiator fan?
>>15193992
Very interesting. That's good to know thanks anon.
>>15193591
>>15193651
There's still coolant liquid inside the car. It looks perfectly cut indeed rather than breaking off.
You're right about the garage being at fault but they're 40 kilometers away and no way my car is going to reach that far.
I'll fix it myself with a buddy of mine and never come back to that garage again. Thanks m8.
>>15193125
4.0's are pretty good from what I know.
Has anyone ever succeeded in recirculating BOVs like the one on right?
>>15165627
Check your ball joints they may be going bad after a hard impact they can get looser and settle back in place while driving. Also it could just be a rock stuck in the frame
>>15195483
Every OEM ever
>>15178111
Sounds like the lsd is going bad, if you get clucking too the gears may be worn too the only way to know what you will need is by taking it apart. The good news is it probably has adjustable side bearings so setting backlash is fairly easy
https://jacksonville.craigslist.org/ctd/5614251495.html
Is this as good of a deal as it looks like?
Or is that disgusting paint job to cover up something that I'm just not seeing?Haven't been out to see the car yet due to time constraints.
>>15195861
They include Spanish in the ad.
Don't go for it, Mexicans are notoriously bad at taking care of their cars.
>>15163039
how is my stock d17a2 making 143 ft lb of torque at 6k RPMs?
>>15196191
It's a dealership, so they probably just have someone on hand who speaks spanish. It's probably not a Mexican either given the Hispanic demographics in my city, might be Puerto Rican though.
>>15163039
I'm new to this board and not American, how does car culture work in the US? All cars are automatic unless stated otherwise, yeah? So you guys get jap imports that are a) manual and b) drive on the opposite side of the road?
>>15193070
anyone?
What is this assembly called? Circled in red
My '85 325e BMW has a hose leaking, the one that's attached to the T fitting and looping over connecting to the intake manifold to be specific. Can't for the life of me find a proper diagram that names out the parts so I know which kind of hose to buy.
>>15163039
What is the harness called between a fuel tank selector switch and the rest of the vehicle? 89 f150, btw. Any help appreciated
>>15191927
Unless you're coming up to a light that's about to go green, just put it in neutral and brake.
hey h/o/mos,
when I start my 4age (16v) first thing in the morning after sitting for maybe 24h it starts in 2 cranks, quick as hell. If I do than and then drive somewhere, park, leave it for an hour or three, then go to start it again, it takes a few seconds to start up, or more than what it normally 'should' take an engine. what is the issue?
How do you prefill the oil filter if it's ontop of the engine?
When I jack my car up from the front (on the clip) it doesn't go high enough for me to put jack stands on the side. Should I be jacking the car up from a different spot?
>>15199016
Also a second issue with my BMW.
Whenever I hit a bump I get a loud clicking that seems to correspond with accelerating, doesn't matter what gear I'm in and changing gears doesn't seem to affect it. However when this happens I just park my car and the problem seems to go away overnight until I hit a bump/hole again
Sounds like this video but changing gears doesn't do anything to stop or change it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_ePY8x-oIE
After a little googling I suspect maybe the differential...?
>>15199224
upside down?.. just don't. top off after the first drive with the new one
>>15199261
if your gonna make a habit of jacking (heh... heh... heh) get a better jack (floor jack is best, bottle jack ok, or just a better screw type jack. There's other spots, but they're not gonna get you any higher.
or you could just set the jack on a VERY STABLE other object. some plywood or something. also, with a shit jack its safer to go up a little on on side, put something under the wheel, then the other side... work up bit by bit on both sides.
I'm looking to get a new exhaust system. Do I need all new gaskets or can I re-use the ones that were on there?
>>15199418
Get new gaskets. The ones that are on there will most likely be stuffed. You don't want an annoying exhaust leak sound when done.
>>15199184
Probably that it isn't running rich enough when attempting to fire when warm. When stone cold the ECU dumps bulk fuel in to keep it fired up, effectively like choking a carburetor.
>>15199261
There's usually specific jacking spots, but not all cars have them in the center. And even the ones that have them in the center, you need to be careful with. My cousin's W140 600SEL, for instance, is stated to have a central jacking position on a crossmember common to other Mercedes of the era, but those giant S-Classes had an issue where that crossmember would bend under jacking. Made me bite my nails when I was doing it on the Silver Aero.
Hopefully you haven't done any serious damage if you've been jacking it on the front clip.
I'm working on a 2008 Chevy Aveo that is still spitting out a bunch of throttle body codes after I replaced the throttle body. (P2135, U0073, U0101, U0100, P0420) Any ideas what to replace next?
>>15199459
I see I see, how would I alleviate this?
>>15199016
Figured it out, yikes.
>>15163039
I got an 88 C1500 with the 305 engine. It's started backfiring out of the TBI, starts hard, stalls, and won't stay running unless you keep feathering the pedal. I replaced the fuel filter and still have issues.
Any clue what it could be?
>>15199490
I drive a civic ep3 it's pretty light I think il the jack just doesn't go high enough.
Is jacking it up from the frame alright? I think I'll get the car up higher that way
>>15199448
Out of curiosity, what do you mean they're stuffed?
can anyone give me a video on proper way to change flush/replace coolant in engine? also do are specific engines different to others or is it all the same with the videos?
some of these videos have comments saying he's not doing it right so i don't know what's right
I have a 240sx, discovered months ago that I have a water leak in my hatch because my tail light seals are old and gone. That's fine, no problem I just pull the drain plug in the spare tire well, let the water drain out. I figured fucked it, I may as well remove some of the carpeting because its molding. I just realize now without a radio on, I still hear the sloshing of liquid back there. Can someone tell me if its water trapped god knows where or is that the sound of the gasoline moving around as I drive?
Should I plasti-dip my old VW van?
Quick one.
With or without spoiler?
I removed the spoiler since I think it's too cumbersome.
Should I use the power-sander to make it smaller/thinner?
>>15164076
>What's the point of shifting gears in a manual car?
Some people may choose to use "engine braking" but it's not a recommended practice.
Some people enjoy the sensation of being involved with their car's performance and shifting gears is part of their fun. The car has auto for the other members in the family.
As the other poster said TORQUE. But you might not understand it without explanation. Some gear ranges are better for acceleration at certain speeds with certain loads or upon certain steepness angles of hilly roads. That is why manually shifting the transmission is preferable instead of letting the auto do it in certain cases. Now, choosing when to shift is a skill and if you persist in asking why or what, then you should learn how to use a manual and eventually you will know why and what.
>>15165933
I had a fouled spark plug (wet). The center electrode had worn down too. The car would idle or have low speeds okay, but struggle if there was a load or if I pressed the pedal it would struggle to accelerate.
>>15169037
Don't pull the wiper so fast when it gets to the end of your stroke near the edge of the windows. Thus, the fluid will run downwards to the bottom of the window and thus drain out. If you pull fast, there is not enough time for the liquid to flow down and so it goes right off the edge of the window and onto your car's bodywork.
The alternative is to first do vertical strokes at the right and left sides of the flushmounted windshield. Then you do the horizontal strokes and stop when you get close to the sides of the windows. Now use paper towels to get rid of the trace fluid at the edges.
>>15203121
>Some people may choose to use "engine braking" but it's not a recommended practice.
Jesus Christ don't tell me you are one of those idiots who thinks the engine suffers an abnormal or increased wear because of engine braking or that the clutch wears 500% faster when downshifting and doing exactly what it is designed to do.
>>15202647
With
Should I buy a Mazda 6, BMW 320i, Honda Accord V6, Volvo S60, or wait for the 2017 Ford Fusion Sport?
It's going to be a long distance daily driver, but I'd like it to at least be a little fun.
>>15203651
Voting for the v6 accord since I'm a hondafag
Manual coupe though
So I'm looking at this 2001 Lexus GS430. It's selling for 1900 at a dealership. 183000 miles.
VIN check (thanks mightyBenz) says it was involved in a collision,
>ACCIDENT OR VEHICLE DAMAGE REPORTED: RIGHT REAR CORNER
>COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE (Case # 150305292)
>MODERATE DAMAGE REPORTED
https://diigo.com/08mzxf
I was seriously considering going to the lot and giving it a drive on Monday with intention to buy, but I'm having second thoughts now. Can I get a second opinion?
How much rust is too much?
I took these on an unplanned visit to see the truck ('05 Chevy Colorado; 98K miles) at a stealership. This was at dusk when the place was closed, and I didn't fully expect to see this, so they're not very good pics. There was a lot of surface rust, but it didn't look like anything went through.
>>15205130
Well the other pic isn't uploading because it says there is a document attached or something. Anyway, if this is too shitty or not enough to make a judgement, let me know because I can go whenever during daylight hours.
I was speeding like a dipshit and went through a dip without braking. I heard a massive bump and I thought I got a flat tire since my car became slanted. I checked the wheels and there were no flat tires. I popped the hood and nothing. Did i break the coil springs or something? And what would be the cost? It's only the front left section of the car.
>>15205208
Do you actually notice a tilt? I can't tell by the pic. I've hopped curbs and thought my car was tilting, but it was all in my head.
>>15205297
I got the pic online. There's defiantly a tilt on the front left of the car. That's why I checked if my tire popped.
So I just bought a shitty beater 2003 Cavalier.
The panels don't match up, should I plastidip it?
>>15163039
>Headlights are also really dim.
Hey mate headlamps have nothing to do with the ECU. I'd be checking your alternator/battery. Charge battery fully with external charger and if problem gone you have a problem with alternator.
Low supply voltage will cause all sorts of problems and will run rough, check voltage with voltmeter too if possible.
>>15199224
I usually just pour oil in about half way and then spin it around to soak the filter element. Doesnt fill it up but helps a bit i guess.
UK here.
I got a parking charge notice through the mail from Smart Parking Ltd, because I overstayed in a free car park for 25 minutes when I was doing charity work.
As far as I know, these private companies rarely take you to court if you appeal against it.
How should I go about getting the charge withdrawn?
How stupid would it be to remove the spare tire from my care and just keep some fix a flat in my car?
I want to build a custom sub enclosure in my spare tire compartment so I can make a stealth sub under the carpet.
Is this too cheap for a V6 Camaro in Canada? I'd like to get it but it seems like a stupidly low price for a standard
http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/bnc/cto/5613886971.html
I'd like to swap my 99 jeep grand cherokee for something more economical for commuting. I can deal with 16mpg but it'd be nice to get more. The jeep is relatively lively, but I'd like something a little more lively. What would be a good choice? I've thought about a ram diesel but a lot of them are out of my price range
>>15163039
My AC condenser fan is not working but i'm still getting cold AC. What the heck?
>>15206839
>How stupid would it be to remove the spare tire from my care and just keep some fix a flat in my car?
You will get charged more at the tire shop when you buy the replacement.
>>15208012
>My AC condenser fan is not working but i'm still getting cold AC. What the heck?
Driving down the road is more than enough airflow over the condenser to allow proper A/C function. The fan is really only required when stopped.
>>15208044
So does it really matter that it's not working? Is it something I can put off fixing and not worry about ?
Bumping because I'm freaking out over my problem
How much would it cost to put in a new sunroof glass? I'm looking at a getting this nissan sentry off a guy, only thing wrong with it (that I know of) is the sunroof glass is gone, he just has a bag taped over it.
>>15206665
See if there is CCTV cameras, you might be able to get footage through FOI.
I just ignore them and to date I've not been chased up for anything.
are spectators free for autox events?
friend wants to watch me race around for one, then wants to come for the next months
So, my car, a 2012 Ford Focus, wouldn't start today. I turned the key, and even though it sounds like it will start up, it doesn't. It then displays a message saying "Engine Malfunction - Service Now".
How fucked am I?
What is oversquared?
>>15208944
unplug the battery, put it back and try again
probably not the best idea, but it might work. otherwise find someone with a code reader.
how many times did you try to start
>>15209287
Only about three times. I was in a rush, so I had to just take another car.
>>15208697
They sent the charge notice through the post with pics of my car entering and leaving the car park.
My father never pays them, just tells them to stick it up their jacksie, but he said he's not gonna tell me what I should do, and I should figure it out for myself.
I guess I'll just have a go at getting it removed, and if not, risk the extra fine and not pay it.
ive been offered a 2004 xc90 for 4.5k thats in pretty good shape,low miles too
am i going to regret this in the near future?never owned a volvo and i dont know anything about them
yes i do have a use for an suv
>'99 civic ex
>car runs bumpy af
>since last week when I brake sometimes, engine cuts off, have to turn car back on
>last week it was hot out (not sure if that plays into this), and my car started smoking light steam out the front right of the car. Scary shit
>sometimes when my engine cuts off while braking now, it just will not turn back on when i restart ignition
I'm retarded. What the fuck needs to be replaced/repaired on this thing? I was told if I go to a mechanic like Tuffy I'll be jewed out of $800+ dollars which Im not sure is worth it for this vehicle. Got a friend who says he has a friend who can look at it, but I dont know who this is and if hes reliable and I want to get this shit straightened out asap
What do I do Im an idiot
i just stripped a wagon and i'm keeping the electrics. haven't taken the cables out of it yet though and the car has holes in the roof now. could water destroy my wire harness or the switches that are connected to it?
what does it mean when someone uses "nu [something]" as a prefix??
like this
>>15208899
>>15208899
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