I was watching one of those vehicles with the interesting spinner wheels going down the freeway at about 70 with the spinner part looking like it was only going 10 or so. Does anyone know what effect these things would have on gas mileage? I assume that they add unsprung weight which would be...

Hi Does anyone know why the car would start to vibrate while in drive and your foot is on the brake? Besides this the car has no problems. Any information would be appreciated. Thank you Paul

Hi All, Long Story short. I have a 1993 Pathfinder (Turrano outside of the U.S.). Auto tranny blew (has V6 engine) and it's going to cost $2400US to fix. Doing a web/google search for a good used tranny to buy I came across a company that sells Nissan Diesels (with trannies still attached) from...

Hi, I have a 97 Honda Accord LX sedan which i purchase from a big Rental car company in 2001 for almost 10000. Lately i found out that my check engine like keeps coming on due to a transmission problem. The error code i get is P730 which is a "gear slip ratio" error.(got this from two independent...

I'm kind of new at this, but I'm really looking to buy a 1968-1972 Corvette. The one I'm currently looking at is at a dealership. It's a '72. The dealer is trying to tell me the 98k are original miles. I'm pretty sure he's wrong. I know that the last six digits of the VIN number from a corvette...

Over my lifetime, I have changed quite a few batteries in my cars. Rather than waiting for a battery to die, I would like to be more proactive. I have seen battery testers for a reasonable price. http://shop.store.yahoo.com/autotoolexpress/batterytester.html One question I have is, how often should...

My father-in-law just purchased 4 of the Canadian Tire Motomaster Touring 160 tires on sale. The salesman said that they were made by Michelin. I looke at the DOT number on his tire - MDMO FNKR 1904. MD is Goodyear Tire & Rubber! Canadian Tire is misrepresenting these tires! Apart from that,...

Hi all, My 98 Lumina gets the shakes above 60 mph (the worst coming between 60-65 mph). I have noticed the inner front tires have worn out badly, especially on the drivers side. Could this be one problem that is causing both conditions or a combination of problems? Based on past experiences, I am...

Hood latch doesn't work anymore, can't open hood. I looked underneath and it appears the actual latch is behind a metal plate. How do I fix?, How do I get hood open? MAW

Hi Everybody ! Look at both standard of "measure bolt pattern" and let me know who is right. Because the two is countered says about the 5 holes measurement !?!?!? First : http://www.diamondracingwheels.com/TermsBoltCircle.htm Second :

I put my baby on Ebay 2484961471. This is one of the nicest Jetta's in Southern California. This car is absolutely beautiful! The dark blue metallic paint shines like glass and at night it appears to be black. Low 65,000 original miles( 1000's of miles under Kelly Blue Book ) This dark beauty sits...

Hi. I'm not a mechanic and havent done anything more complicated than oil change, but need to understand this: Two kinds of noises: First: 1) metallic trembling noise (guaranteed!) moving from parking spot at about 5-10 mph, going backward or forward , going straight ,noise - for less than a...

For Sale: 1997 Ford Aerostar Minivan Green Excellent condition 152 Kmiles $2800 or best offer Must sell within 10 days because of moving.

Hello, I have another thread on a similar subject, but wanted to ask a question regarding feedback on Mobil 1 0W-20 specifically. I have a '04 Ford Escape XLT, with a 3.0L Duratec V6 with 2700 miles. Ford recommends Motorcraft 5W-20 semi-synthetic. It appears that Mobil 1 0W-20 is recommended...

Hi, I rotated (Fleet Farm) Duralon radials front to back (99 Gr Caravan). It was overdue, 2 years about 20K mi. The tires in the back, now the front look very good. However, the very next day I could feel a bad vibration in the steering wheel at 65-70 MPH. Fleet Farm determined both front tires...

I am replacing the head gasket on an '86 Mazda 2.0. Is it better to use hardening gasket cement, non-hardening, or no goop at all? Thanks for any input, Hamish

Hi, My car has stopped working - why trying to start the car I get a click but the engine doesn't turn (lights on dash dim). I have taken the starter motor off as that is my first guess. Now, how do I test the thing? The things tried so far a 1) Slightly stupid ... connected thick wire to...

I am considering switching to synthetic oil when I buy a new Accord in the next few months. Do the manufacturers of synthetic oil offer a sticker to put near the engine block reminding anyone who services my car that I am using synthetic oil?. I often get my oil changed at the dealer or those quick...

To people who have used Zymol liquid wax, how long can you wait between re-applications. Many people have recommended it for ease of application, shine and minimal hazing and scratching. Thanks

97 windstar 3.8 my windstar will die suddenly no sputtering or any signs of problems at low and high speeds. i have the ac on. i can then put the car in park and it starts right up