Thursday, June 2, 2011

Lifespan of a 33cc scooter?

its a small 33cc chinese sit down mo-ped, i mix it 20-1 and i am well aware how to break it in properly, i also replaced all the bolts with 8 grade and lock washers, the only thing i have ever seen go wrong with these mopeds is the motor mounts and bolts breaking, so if i mix it right and dont over rev it, and take it easy how long will the little 2 stroker run? its the same engine as a weed trimer and our weed trimer has been runing for 10+ years now, also the gearbox? it seems solid and i plan to change the transmition fluid every 3 months or so(the web site recomends every year) its this exact scooter here, http://www.made-in-china.com/image/2f0j00svyQkiLHhEbPM/Gas-Scooter-JX-GS001-.jpg



im 230lbs and its rated for 220lbs max but still pulls me around, so what is there to go wrong with it? i would think not to much, maybe flat tires or worn out chain, air filters and transmition fluid, the tranny gears could ware out and so could the clutch, anyways how long should it run? thanks guys,Lifespan of a 33cc scooter?
I am surprised a moped has a clutch to burn up unless it centrifugal.



2 strokers run for a long time as long as you mix it right every time. The plugs get fouled. The don't like to run at lower RPMs......2 strokes like to run at higher RPM's, but on a 33cc bike I can't imagine going must lower than redline.



Your question sounds more like a testimonial or something. If you like it then keep on ridin it. It's probably a lot of fun.Lifespan of a 33cc scooter?
You seem to be knowledgable about this, but I have to say a 33cc is usually only good for about one riding season, mostly due to it's tiny engine. They just wear out. If you want to keep it running longer, try a more robust mix--say 15/1. Good luck!

My VERY strange car....?

Can someone shed some light as to what I should think about my car? I檒l tell you all about it?It檚 quite a story to tell!



Stats:

Year: 1993

Make: Toyota

Model: Camry DX

Color: Hunter Green

Engine/transmission: 2.4 Liter 4 Cylinder 5-Speed Manual transmission

Mileage: 163,000 Miles



I檓 going to list all of the strange things about my car?tell me what you think!

?I understand that this is a 2.4 liter 4 cylinder car, but the cars power is very weak compared to others that I have driven of the same engine. The strange part is?the car seems to be MORE powerful on a full tank of gas rather than on 录 tank, 陆 tank, or even 戮 tank! The car just likes FRESH gas! How bitchy is that?!

?The dome light on the inside: It blows every 3 days. Every time I change the bulb, it blows 3 days later. This has happened 3 times already. I gave up. Flashlight it is!

?The car seems to be losing oil somewhere. I have checked my parking spot, and usually check the parking spot where I park at work. I also have checked my parking spot at my sisters and my grandmother檚 houses. No sign of oil leak anywhere. However, every 2-3 months I end up having to put a quart of oil in the car. STRANGE.

?The car is REALLY good on gas. A trip from Gainesville Fl to Fort Lauderdale Fl (315 miles, 4.5 hours) only uses half a tank of gas! However, when my best friend drives the car, it seems to burn double the amount of gas. We typically have just about the same driving style?I檓 just gonna assume that my car doesn檛 like my best friend. :/

?The gas meter works properly. However, let檚 say there檚 录 tank of gas left?If you remove the gas cap for a minute or so, then cap the tank again, the needle reads that I have a bit more gas than before.

?The radio chooses to turn all the way up or all the way down on its own. Totally randomly too. This is not a stock radio. It is an aftermarket JVC CD/AM/FM radio.

?This car does NOT like the cold weather at all. This is strange because the car has a Canadian engine in it. I assume this because when I had to buy a distributer cap or some other strange thing that goes under the hood, I had to get the Canadian specification of the part. Any who, when the weather is cold outside, I start the car with the clutch. When I let loose the clutch after starting there is a CLUMP noise. This is the ONLY time there is that clumping noise. Also, when the engine is cold, the car is HELL to drive. Shifting gears? Virtually impossible. You have to baby the clutch. Seriously, like an infant clutch or something.

?Remember we talked about how weak the car is in power? When the AC or the Heater is turned on, the car SIGNIFICANTLY looses MORE power. When the car is idle, I have to hold my foot on the gas pedal slightly to keep the engine revving high enough so that it doesn檛 shake really bad. But once again, this is ONLY when the AC or Heater is on.

?I have had the car for almost 2.5 years. The AC works perfect. Never put any Freon. I thought I would have had to by now but it still blows VERY cold and sometime I turn it off and on in increment because it blows so well!

?There is a rumbling noise every time I hit a bump with the rear passenger side of the car. This also happens anytime there is a fat person on the passenger side of the car. I have spent more than 600 dollars troubleshooting this noise but no one can figure it out. New motor mounts, new struts and shocks, muffler checked out, exhaust pipe checked out, etc. No mechanic can seem to figure out the noise.

?Keys. When I insert my key with the logo Up on the key and start the car, I am able to pull the key out o f the ignition. However, when I use the key with the logo facing down, I cannot pull the key out of the transmission unless I turn the car off.

?Toyota Camry檚 are known for their broken door handles, but my car is a bit different. Vengeful if I may. Everytime I fix ONE door, ANOTHER door breaks. When I got the car, one back door didn檛 have a handle. I put a new one on and the OTHER back door handle broke. So I put a new handle on THAT door and the lock on the inside of the OTHER back door broke. So once I had my dad to fix that lock, the outside handle on the OTHER door broke again. I then changed it AGAIN, and now the lock on the other side is broken again. Oh well, forget it!

?I have had this car for 2.5 years and the driver side headlight STILL works. I have changed the passanger side headlight at least 4 times.

?I have never had to change the brake lights.

?I have new battery terminals. However sometimes they still disengage. If the car wont start, just open the door, then slam it. This is JUST ENOUGH force by shaking the car to make the battery terminals connect closely enough again.



Overall I am very satisfied with the car?I mean I put about 22,000 miles on it every year for 2 years in a row and it still rides great with little maintainence...?But its just weird! A VERY WEIRD CAR!My VERY strange car....?
To whom it may concern: What you have here is a Wednesday car, Let me explain the car was Manufactured on Wednesday, which is the best manufacturing day.

All things wednesday are great!

Now: in-spite of the lack of maintenance(which is what is causing all your woes) done on this car, it still refuses too quit,

Each problem can be attributed too a lack of maintenance. So you either spend hundreds too

replace all of your worn out parts, or drive it till it quits.

Try having the timing set to restore some power, also it might be time too replace that timing

belt? Replace every 70K.

Wiring problems are the cause of your light problems.

Your battery cables need to be checked, especially were they connect to the engine?

Clean and tighten all Grounds.

I live in Austin Texas, we have a %26quot;moto%26quot; it's %26quot; Keep Austin Weired%26quot;, I think you should apply this too your car, Keep it Weired.

How much should this cost?

I have a 97 monte carlo with a miss in the engine. The miss is caused by a spark plug that needs to be changed. To get to that spark plug you have to remove and replace the motor mounts. How much should this cost at a regular shop. A guy was trying to charge us $263.00 and that is ridiculous if accurate! Please!! help!How much should this cost?
So do it yourself.How much should this cost?
on a monte carlo? really.. hmmm.. mayyybe id have to see it to believe it but if its true then yea 263 sounds fair

01 grand am rough and low idle at stop?

when i am at a stop or in park, my car idles pretty rough, and about 100rpm below normal. i have changed the plugs an wires, cleaned the IAC valce, cleaned the Throttle body, Cleaned the Throttle positioning sensor, changed most of the vaccume hoses and inspected others,ive done a torque test for the motor mounts, ive tested the fuel pressure regulator, and changed the fuel filter, brand new battery, ive done practically everything i can think of and the problem still hasnt gone away, i have 85k miles and no service lights or weird sounds...im a little lost on how to find this problem, any help or advice is greatly appreciated, thank you.01 grand am rough and low idle at stop?
The IAC valve most likely needs replacing as the cleaning will not renew worn out parts01 grand am rough and low idle at stop?
I wold check the fuel rail, I had one with the 2.4 engine and found gunk in the rail causing the same problem. Have you done a fuel pressure test? These are also notorious for the vacuum hose at the map sensor to crack causing all kinds of idle issues. Also on the 2.4's the tensioner gets weak and the chain gets loose causing it to retard 1 tooth on the exhaust, the engine will run fine under load and cruising but very rough at idle.

How much money would it cost for me to put a carb'd 350 engine in my 1996 Firebird?

The original engine is fuel injected, of course. It is the 3.8L V6.



How much would it cost just to rebuild the 3.8 motor to stock specs?



How much would it cost instead to replace the V6 with a mild 350 Chevy engine with, say, 300HP?



Would I need to remove the gas tank to remove the fuel pump?



Would I need to use a different radiator shroud?



Would I be able to just bolt on the 350 engine to the stock auto transmission (I believe it is a 4l60E transmission)?



Would I need to change flexplates?



Would I be able to bolt on any of the accessories from the V6 to the 350, or would I need to purchase all new accessories? By accessories, I mean the PSP, the Alternator, the starter, etc. I know that I would need a new intake, a carb, etc.



What about the motor mounts? Would I require new ones?



How much would the entire job cost to install the 350 Chevy motor into my Firebird?How much money would it cost for me to put a carb%26039;d 350 engine in my 1996 Firebird?
First of all get the carb thing out of your head.

(1) It will make the car worth lees if you try and sell it.

(2) Fuel injection is better on gas, has better throttle response, and can be tuned to give better performance than a carb.

The 3.8 is a 305 missing two cylinders. Any one piece rear main seal small block will bolt to this transmission. You will need to swap the ECM for the one that goes with the V8, you will need a V8 fans shroud, possibly a bigger radiator investigate your car might already have the bigger one in it. You will need the exhaust manifolds and front section of the exhaust for the V8. As far as the accessories go the power steering pump should bolt on, as the alternator, the brackets should be the same but if not get the ones from a fourth gen V8 Camaro or Firebird.How much money would it cost for me to put a carb%26039;d 350 engine in my 1996 Firebird?
You would probably need to talk to at least two different dealers to see what their mechanics would say. Then talk to two or three other independant mechanics to see what they would do about it. The advice of several experts will be worth it.How much money would it cost for me to put a carb%26039;d 350 engine in my 1996 Firebird?
There is a lot that goes into swapping a V8 into a 6cyl car, but it is definately easier on a GM product than anything else.



The cheapest easiest way to go about this, is to find an engine/tranny combo from a scrap yard. Something that wasn't hit in the front so you can use all engine bay accessories.



Your engine accessories should swap over, alt, psp, ect. But it will take a small amount of fabrication and fitting to make it work.



If you are going to pay someone to do all of this for you, It may actually be cheaper to have them install and fuel injected 350 than fixing up an older carbed 350.



It all depends on how you go about getting the parts.



Building the V6 back to original performance is probably going to be near the same cost as a swap.



As for the transmission fitting onto a 350, I can't say for sure, so I won't say anything.





All the way around, its not going to be cheap. It would be cheaper to buy an older car and build that up for performance.



Thankfully there is a lot of aftermarket on your side and everything you want to do is very possible. Just not necessarilly cheap.How much money would it cost for me to put a carb%26039;d 350 engine in my 1996 Firebird?
You will be money ahead by just selling your Firebird and buying one that already has a V8. If you can afford one with an LS1 that'd be ideal but an LT1 is still a great engine too. If you're set on a carb, they make intakes to convert the LS1 and LT1 to carbs.
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  • My car shakes uncontrollably when in drive and stopped but not in neutral or when I go.?

    My car started getting a small vibration (2003 Ford Zx2) which is now an uncontrollable vibration. It's so bad it shakes the steering wheel and side mirrors. Depending on how the car is angled, it sounds like at times it's under the hood and other times it's in the trunk. The other things I've noticed is it's sometimes hard to put it in reverse. Feels like when I try and shift it, I have to pull harder. Then it makes a small 'clunk' sound when it is fully in reverse. If I'm at stop lights, I will put the car in neutral 'cause the vibration is so loud and uncontrollable. This may be an unrelated thing- but on a few occasions it will go to switch to second and rev but not change. If I take my foot off the gas and then accelerate again it's fine. This is rare though. Maybe once every few weeks. My main concern is the vibration. I took it to one mechanic who said all my motor mounts were bad and then took it to another who said it was a manufacturer defect. That the way the engine was assembled is what causes it and there is nothing I can do to fix it. Now, I don't want to believe that considering the car didn't do it when I first got it. I also- don't want to pay $400 to replace all the motor mounts if that's not the case either. Any help would be appreciated.My car shakes uncontrollably when in drive and stopped but not in neutral or when I go.?
    first thing i can think of is motor mounts. it'll make your transmission sit off a little bit. which is why it would be hard to get it into reverse sometimes.



    but then again now that you mention the manufacturer defect it makes sense because honestly my friend had an 04 zx3 that did the same thing.



    i suggest not buying a ford next time. no offense :pMy car shakes uncontrollably when in drive and stopped but not in neutral or when I go.?
    It sounds like your transmission is skippinMy car shakes uncontrollably when in drive and stopped but not in neutral or when I go.?
    1. BAD TIRE

    2. axel

    3. get a new carMy car shakes uncontrollably when in drive and stopped but not in neutral or when I go.?
    possible bent axle or bent or broken rim. lug nuts may be loose on wheels. but most likely, its your motor mounts. the sound in rear of car prolly ur exhaust shaking, it is connected to the motor.My car shakes uncontrollably when in drive and stopped but not in neutral or when I go.?
    i'm betting on the clutch and/or the transmission, i am assuming you have a standard transmission, and i really hope that you dont drive with you feet over the clutch pedal, because if you do you screwed your clutch making it to dont work when you shift gears, causing the gears to %26quot;clunk%26quot; and the irregular gears now create a vibration, that, however would be because of the clutch

    if youi know what it is please mail me brunogarciacano@hotmail.com

    Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?

    I bought a 1996 toyota camry with 120,000k miles on it for $3200. I had the car 3 months and have already put $700 in maintenance costs into it!.Timing belt, oil change, tranny oil change, belts, tune-up, couple tires etc. The problem is the check engine light just went on and I found out I need a new catallytic converter. It also needs new motor mounts. Then last month I just found out the carpet was moldy in the front passenger side.It was black mold and I cleaned it up.Today I noticed reddish-orange stains on the carpet from where mold used to be? Is that from cleaning product or is that mold coming back again? I had that car check out thoroughly by my mechanic before I bought it. He said everything was good except the timing belt and seals needed to be changed. How could he not know the catylytic converter was bad? How could he not know it needed a tune up? Or bad motor mounts? Maybe the seller didnt know it himself. Cars do break down after 120k. Any suggestions? Should sell it?Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    The first thing wrong is you paid $3200 for a 1996 with 120,000 miles on it. You paid to much and must not have checked the car over very well. Let this be a lesson learned and watch what you buy next time. If you watch you can buy a lot more car for a lot less. My friend just showed me his Toyota he bough and only paid $500 for it... was a nice car.

    So now you have a choice, sell it (don't expect your money back) junk it or go ahead and repair it. Whatever you do is wrong as you are going to lose.Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    keep it .. anything MAJOR comes up ..sell it.. try ebaying it.. the stains are probably from the cleaner or just settle spots from where the mold was.. I'd suggest finding a dealer to ionize your car.. you may want to replace the carpet or any other carpet like surfaces ..check out ebay for cost on carpet or a junkyard that can accomodate on parts ..Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    Remember, you only paid $3,500 now! You did not get a new car.. You got a car basically has is! To be honest, you are stuck with it! Unless you can find soneone else to buy it?



    Good Luck!Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    You got ripped off by your mechanic, not just the seller.



    You're going to have to get a complete detailing done on it. They use industrial grade cleaners and it'll kill all the mold. Plus your car will look like new afterwards.



    It'll probably cost you $100 - $150 for a complete interior plus exterior detailing.Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    Ok so you bought an 11 going on 12 year old car with Average mileage. You cant argue the maintenance costs because they are just that Maintenance and for the Record that is near Book Value for a 1996 Camry you did not get Ripped off. You said the check engine light just went on and now the Catalytic converter has to be replaced meaning the catalytic converter probably JUST failed. There is no way to tell if that part has failed unless you take off the exhaust and inspect the inside (basically Removing and replacing the converter) and no one will do this inspection even as part of a COMPLETE VEHICLE INSPECTION. its like checking the starting system by ripping apart the starter and checking the contacts or the transmission by taking it apart you get it. AS for the orange stains in the passenger side sounds to me like you have a heater core that is leaking and the coolant that is leaking out is old rusted coolant/sludge that is in the core from over the years since you say it is in the passenger side. As for the motor mounts those too could have JUST failed. you had it for 3 months you may just be unlucky that this all has been happening at the same time. What you need to do is have the car checked at a TOYOTA DEALER as they will be the only ones GUARANTEED to know whats going on with the car.



    So all in all Fix it dont sell it you have a Camry those are proven to last to 300,000 miles. Your car is fairly old things do break and if it were mine i would fix it and drive it.



    Hope this helpsRipped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    I agree with Micael G. I bought my 96 Camry with about 160,000 miles on it (now at about 250,000), and yours should go for quite a while longer. One thing I want to add. I recommend you run a Carfax on your VIN number. The stains and mold probably are just a result of a leak in the interior, or maybe a plugged A/C drain, which has been known to cause lots of moisture inside (to put it mildly) but you could also be the victim of a flood car, and that is where the Carfax may help. Even if the title on the car is clean, people have been known to take a salvage car and transfer it back and forth between states until the salvage notation is purposefully or accidentally dropped, and you never know it. Everything else you described is probably normal maintenance for the mileage, and some of it is undetectable, such as the converter. I usually tell my customers that if they will work through the hurdle around this mileage, you will have smooth sailing for a lot more miles.



    God Bless!

    Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?

    I bought a 1996 toyota camry with 120,000k miles on it for $3200. I had the car 3 months and have already put $700 in maintenance costs into it!.Timing belt, oil change, tranny oil change, belts, tune-up, couple tires etc. The problem is the check engine light just went on and I found out I need a new catallytic converter. It also needs new motor mounts. Then last month I just found out the carpet was moldy in the front passenger side.It was black mold and I cleaned it up.Today I noticed reddish-orange stains on the carpet from where mold used to be? Is that from cleaning product or is that mold coming back again? I had that car check out thoroughly by my mechanic before I bought it. He said everything was good except the timing belt and seals needed to be changed. How could he not know the catylytic converter was bad? How could he not know it needed a tune up? Or bad motor mounts? Maybe the seller didnt know it himself. Cars do break down after 120k. Any suggestions? Should sell it?Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    Get a new mechanic. He ripped you off.Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    Man you were ripped off. I bought a 1994 Toyota Camry in good condition for 2500 and sold it for the same!Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    you sure can't count a couple tires, oil changes, belts etc.. in your complaint... maybe the heap has been under water??Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    Fix it up and then sell it for more money.Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    You bought an eleven year old car with 120,000 miles on it for twelve percent of its original value and you are surprised that it had issues?

    The mechanic pulled a visual inspection on the car. he cannot see the inside of the catalytic converter and the mold under the floor mats has nothing to do with the mechanical condition of the car.

    If you want to make an investment in a car, get a late model used car with under 50,000 miles from a reputable source like a certified pre owned from a dealer, get an extended warranty, and have the car thoroughly checked out electronically and visually. You will pay more, but you certainly will get more car for your money.Ripped off! Man sold me car with mold in it. How do I get it out?
    It sounds like it is more problem then it is worth, but then again maybe you fixed all the problems.



    If you can live with the stains, fine: If not replace the carpeting. I'm surprised that no-one smelled the mold.



    How to prevent mold is to keep it clean %26amp; dry inside, so that with the humidity, it doesn't cause mold to grow. How to clean mold(?), just do the best you can %26amp; as long as the mold that may still be there doesn't cause you to sneeze too much, or cause your thoat to feel like it is dried out, you should probably be fine. I would think a general cleaner should be able to get it out.



    You may have dyed the carpeting, with what you used. Cover it up with another carpet if you can. Or dye it the same color, or a close color, to match it.



    I'm even more surprised that UR machanic claimed that it was in good shape. Maybe you need a new machanic, one that is more observant, %26amp; one who will actually check out more details. Sell the car %26amp; the machanic: LOL.

    1995 Pontiac Grand am?

    How do i change the rear spark plugs its a 6 cylinder. i can not seem to get to them no matter what i do. i have heard that you have to take off the motor mounts and move the motor forward but how do i do this? where are the motor mounts located?1995 Pontiac Grand am?
    Im going to assume you have either the 3.1 or the 2.8 v6. if that is the case its a PIA to do it correctly and insure you dont strip the holes or anythin you have to disconnect the rear motor mount and jack the engine up, or grab it at the hook on the back of the engine (metal plate with a hole in it at the top back of engine)and hoist it up with an engine hoist. thats what it calls for in the repair manual. Ive done it a few times on a beretta I had and it was a pain each time.

    its possible to just get your hand around and slip the plugs in but you will need a swivel socket to tighten them down and like I said you risk messing up the threads. thanks again to GM for horribly overcomplicated design.

    the mount is located at the back bottom of the engine. disconnecting one or more of the side mounts will make it easier as well. sorry for the harsh truth but good luck



    .(atleast disconnecting the mount isnt really to hard )1995 Pontiac Grand am?
    Get on the left side of the car, (drivers side). You will need a 3/8 drive ratchet, 2 inch extension and a swivel. Reach past the brake booster and you can get to everyone of them without jacking car, going under car or removing any motor mounts. I had two 95's with the 3.1 and never heard of removing motor mounts. My neighbor had a 95 lumina that he was paying a guy almost $200.00 to do a tuneup on. It had the same engine as my grand am, and the guy told him there was special tools and needed to be on a lift and disconnecting exhaust, blah blah blah. I showed him a set of plugs from auto zone was around $20.00 and I would do it in the driveway in about 30 minutes and never need a jack or any special tools. He wanted to see this, so I showed him. He changed his own after that. Good luck and God Bless.

    Motor swap?

    hey all!



    i've gotta 2002 camaro, currently with an l36. i'd like to swap in an l67, but am having a lot of trouble finding info regarding this. it just doesn't seem like anyone else has done it yet. information is very limited, but i'm hoping to change that. here's what i know so far...if you have any suggestions/comments, or disagree with something, please say so:)



    1) l36 %26amp; l67 blocks are essentially the same...the same engine mounts can be used, and the engine can bolt up to my bellhousing.



    2) hood clearance for the SC isn't an issue with 98+ camaros.



    3) some components (ie power steering pump) are in different locations, but that shouldn't be a problem





    the only two issues i've got left are:



    1) will i have to move the firewall to allow space for the intake???? if so, how much? i don't have any problems with moving the firewall, it's just a %26quot;do i have to?%26quot; question.



    2) the computer. i'll need to use the l67 computer obviously, but i doubt that computer will be compatible withMotor swap?
    Easy way would be to hunt around the damaged vehicle auctions for a write off, then swap all the %26quot;goodies%26quot; over. In all honesty it'd probably end up costing you the same in the long term. But as the 02 on Camaro is more or less the same as the Commodores and Monaros (read ponty gto) that we have here in Aus. Just go and bolt the damn thing in with its %26quot;brain%26quot;. Turn the key and enjoy.
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  • Are mercury good cars?

    i have a 95 plymouth/dodge neon but i want a new car bc i only used it to learn how to drive. so now im planning on getting a new car %26amp; i found a red mercury cougar that is absolutley gorgeous that i want. so i planned on selling my dodge %26amp; using that money as a down payment %26amp; the taxes for the cougar.. but i heard that mercury isnt a good car brand? is that true? or can someone tell me some info on it. i think its a 2003 mercury cougar its red, %26amp; sexy. thanks! %26amp; how much should i sell my dodge for? its in perfect condition. new brakes, wipers, cv joints, motor mounts, ac is freezing it runs good saves gas, recent oil change, oil added to transmission very clean inside, no rips. only thing is theres like the part where the shifting thing is at, well that cover isnt there, so im gonna sell it for cheaper if i dont have to put it in, but if someone wants to buy it but wants it to be perfect im gonna get the part but im gonna sell it for more.Are mercury good cars?
    You should also consider that such a car may be expensive to insure. Check your insurance rates before buying one, for example here - carinsurance.yoll.netAre mercury good cars?
    As for car values go to kelley blue book www.kbb.com .

    To look up the history of certain models to watch for try Phil Edmunds site. www.lemonaidcars.com Good luckAre mercury good cars?
    Much like GMC and Chevy pickups, Ford and Mercury are pretty much an effort to expand the product line rather than build different vehicles.

    The Cougar is actually not completely unique to Mercury - the Cougar was simply an fancy styled Mystique-based coupe.

    And, yes, I agree with you - it's a pretty nice looking vehicle.Are mercury good cars?
    Anything will be an improvement over the Chrysler iron you are saddled with now.

    Even a Yugo...Are mercury good cars?
    best is Marquis, 78 on downAre mercury good cars?
    With very few exceptions Mercury = Ford.



    I currently have a 2007 Mercury Montego which is working fine. But it only has 30,000 miles. I've had it about two and a half years with no issues other than a brake problem revealed in the first four days after I bought it (new).Are mercury good cars?
    I drive a 1996 Mercury Mystique LS, and can say it is much better than any other car I have drove. I have drove an 1991 Ford Escort and a 2002 Chevy Caviler. I would say that this Mercury is pretty good, and it has 138000 miles on it. The newer Cougars are awesome looking, like the 350Z...Are mercury good cars?
    Like any other brand, some are good, some are ok and some should never leave the dealer's lot.

    Help with a 97 dodge neon... thanks?

    I have a 97 dodge neon SOHC automatic. The motor is shaking and it is smoking. The smoke is white but when you drive it down the road it quits smoking. It smells like gas comming out of the exaust pipe. I have changed the plugs, plug wires, air filter, computer, coil pack, motor mounts, and checked the gas line. There is no water in the oil, and the motor runs good when you give it gas. I would like to know what could be causing this and how I could fix it. I do not waunt to sell the car. And please dont tell me that neons sux. I like the car and waunt to fix it. ThanksHelp with a 97 dodge neon... thanks?
    I have seen this many times in the Neons. I hate to say but you may need a head gasket. It is either that or a dribbling or inoperative fuel %26quot;infector%26quot;.



    The white smoke (steam) coming out of the exhaust smells like gas because the water in the combustion chamber is probably causing a %26quot;lean miss%26quot; meaning raw fuel is being exhausted and not burned. If you do take it somewhere and find it is a head gasket, make sure you/they use the MLS gasket.



    There were issues with the earlier 2.0 (usually the DOHC's) head gaskets and they changed them (around 1998, I think) to the multi layered steel style, and solved many of the problems.

    You can tell by looking at one, it looks like three layers of steel gaskets.

    The motor runs fine at RPM because the cylinder is generating enough pressure to keep the water from leaking into it.



    Good luckHelp with a 97 dodge neon... thanks?
    your head gasket could be starting to go , have it checked , an early repair will save you grief and expenseHelp with a 97 dodge neon... thanks?
    Not sure with out seeing it. but did you check to see if the hard gasket is leaking. If its leaking you will get white smoke but it will smell sweet. The shaking part may be if it jump its timing. If it did this is not good can cause other problems. Not sure if this will help but it is an idea.Help with a 97 dodge neon... thanks?
    It could be anything from moisture in the exhaust, crack in the block or head . It could also be coolant and/or water seeping into the cylinders or exhaust.Help with a 97 dodge neon... thanks?
    White smoke indicates oil burning. If it smokes when you accelerate, it may be the valve guides have worn out. If it's shaking, it may be that the timing belt has slipped. Check the timing belt first.Help with a 97 dodge neon... thanks?
    Based upon the experience of Neon owners, the head gasket, engine block or intake manifold gasket is probably the culprit. Taking your car to someone who has seen this problem before would be better. I would do a compression and pressure test of all the cylinders and measure the intake manifold vacuum at idle. White emission from the tailpipe is water vapor. If the water vapor is actually coolant, this would indicate a leaking head gasket or cracked block. Considering all you have done, I would consult a professional. If you already have, get a second opinion.



    I own/have owned four Neons, and have thoroughly enjoyed all of them. I have never had to replace a head gasket in any of them.Help with a 97 dodge neon... thanks?
    since you say it smells like gas coming out of the tailpipe it sounds like you have a leaking fuel injector this would cause the engine to shake and the smoke

    1991 honda prelude engine swap?

    i have a 91 lude and i was wanting to do a engine swap in it....it has a 2.0si motor now(b20a5)and i was wanting to put a vtec motor in it...what motor will fit directy into my lude with the same tranny and motor mounts? i was looking into the h22 vtec but i dont know what id need to change and how hard it would b1991 honda prelude engine swap?
    the b in b20a5 is a clue.



    the all famous b18c is the best candidate.

    B18C5 1.8 16V DOHC VTEC PGM-FI 1797 195hp@7800rpm 130tq@7600rpm '98-'01 Integra Type-R (JDM)



    these are all the engines that honda makes for the prelude. you can compare them to the b18c5.



    B20A5 2.0 16V DOHC PGM-FI 1955 110hp@5500rpm 114tq@4500rpm '87 - '91 Prelude 2.0 Si

    H22A 2.2 16V DOHC VTEC PGM-FI 2157 220hp@7200rpm 163tq@6500rpm '97-'01 Prelude SiR (JDM)

    H22A 2.2 16V DOHC VTEC PGM-FI 2157 200hp@7000rpm 156tq@5250rpm '99-'01 Prelude (USA)

    H22A 2.2 16V DOHC VTEC PGM-FI 2157 200hp@7200rpm 163tq@6500rpm '97-'01 Prelude Type-S (JDM)

    H22A1 2.2 16V DOHC VTEC PGM-FI 2157 195hp@7000rpm 156tq@5250rpm '97-'98 Prelude (USA)

    H22A1 2.2 16V DOHC VTEC PGM-FI 2157 190hp@6800rpm 158tq@5500rpm '94-'96 Prelude VTEC (USA)



    %26quot;what motor will fit directy into my lude with the same tranny and motor mounts?%26quot; the h22's have an entirely different wire harness and engine mounts. it will not bolt onto your b series tranny. you'll need an h-block tranny. with either engine, you're gonna need a new ECU.1991 honda prelude engine swap?
    Why would you downgrade to a b18c? come on. get either the h22 or h23. try to get a jdm one too if you can. just do your own research. ive found that out from building my own car. go read and ask questions on honda-tech.com and hondahookup.com. Get better info and answers there. Here is kids and hear-say.

    I was wondering if anybody knew anything about building a chainsaw bike.?

    I know about mounting the motor to the bike but my chainsaw has a trigger throttle.Would anybody know how to change the throttle from a trigger throttle to a pull throttle..





    EG:Instead of pulling a trigger(stock setup) to get the bike to go I would rather get a pulley system mounted next to my handle bar so when I twist the pulley system back like a motorcycle it gasses up the engine giving me thrust.I was wondering if anybody knew anything about building a chainsaw bike.?
    thees guys on this site know all about building them ehp is the one who know a ton on their http://chainsawperformance.com/

    Need some help with my 1990 pontiac firebird its a 3.1l v6?

    Need some help with my 1990 pontiac firebird its a 3.1l v6?

    i know the rear main seal is leaking and also the oil pan is leaking but does anyone know how i can change them both without removing the engine completely?i mean could i unbolt the transmission and loosen the motor mount bolts just enough to separate the two and get the oil pan off?

    Need some help with my 1990 pontiac firebird its a 3.1l v6?
    just loosen the motor mounts, raise the engine part way, take off the oil pan. now, do you know how to change the rear main seal?if you don,t then i,ll tell you how. take the last main bearing out, take a thin screwdriver and where the seal is above the crank, tap on the seal to get it started and take a pair of needle nose pliers and pull the upper half out( watch you don,t scar the crank). now take the other part of the seal out of the bearing cap, when you get a new seal ask for the rubber one, it,s better then the rope kind. take the new seal and oil it up (so you wont get a dry start up), start the seal above the crank with the lip facing the engine. now take the other half of the seal, oil it up and put it in the bearing cap with the lip facing the engine, dry the ends of the cap and engine block off and put some high temperature sealer(the blue is the best) on the ends of the bearing cap where the ends of the seal is at, put the cap on with both lips facing together and torque the bolts, put the oil pan back up on with a new gasket, let the engine back down and tighten the motor mounts. fill it up with oil and your on the road again.Need some help with my 1990 pontiac firebird its a 3.1l v6?
    You do not have to separate the transmission from the engine to replace the rear main seal. Simply remove the tin cover from the bottom of the torque converter and drop the oil pan. Two bolts are on the bottom of the rear main bearing which need to be removed. The two piece seal spins out from the top of the exposed crankshaft.



    It may be necessary to drop the exhaust pipes from the exhaust manifolds for clearance purposes.
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  • Where is my 2005 Accord EX V6 vibration coming from?

    Ok, so for starters this is NOT your typical %26quot;Oh, its a brake problem%26quot; or %26quot;Oh, you need a wheel balance%26quot; vibration - kinda tired of seeing those posts with only those solutions.



    My car has several mechanics stumped: Honda dealer, Sears, and another auto shop all can't figure it out.



    So, of course we did the obvious least expensive fixes first: balance, alignment, changed tires (twice), and checked rims - they are not bent. Then used a device called %26quot;chassis ears%26quot; which were kind of fun to drive the car with while listening to different parts of the car - but no sound changes when hooked up near the brakes and motor mounts and another part - I forget what it was called %26quot;lower....something%26quot;



    Decided to change anyway all the brake pads and rotors and then front axles.

    Still, vibration.

    Tired and worn out from this. Looked up recalls on 05 Honda Accords and there's several but I don't see how any of them would cause the vibration. There's also no indication of body work from the previous owner (bought from dealer who received the car after a lease was up).



    I've heard that automatic transmissions sometimes have these vibrations and the whole thing would need to be changed out if that is the case or it could be the %26quot;harmonic stabilizer%26quot; that's attached to the camshaft. But that hasn't been decided to explore those 2 yet to see if they are the problem. I guess it's a little more expensive to do that.



    Oh, and another thing, the vibration comes on stronger with colder outside temperatures (but still is present when it's warm out but less pronounced).

    And also, lubing up the metal holders for the brakes (these metal holders clip onto the brakes which clip onto the calipers) helped out too, but only for a half day on a warm day too- so that's why I still thought the brakes might be a problem and changed them out.



    Thinking of just trading in for something else, maybe BMW, Lexus, Ford, Mercury or something.

    Would I tell the dealer that there's a vibration? Kind of feel I should but....?

    Maybe just go back to the original dealer (Herb Chambers) and trade in for one of their cars but I didn't like my auto purchasing experience there with this Honda and don't want to go back to any of them.



    Any thoughts on any of this?Where is my 2005 Accord EX V6 vibration coming from?
    You need to start with a better description of what the vibration is that you are trying to fix.



    1) does the vibration only happen when the car is in motion or do you feel it at stops as well?



    2) if only when the car is in motion, at what vehicle speed does the vibration start to come in?



    3) at what engine speed does the vibration start to come in?



    4) what gear is the transmission in?



    5) does the vibration change with vehicle speed, engine speed, or transmission gearing?



    6) is the vibration felt on turns, straights, uphills, downhills, or under all conditions at the threshold speed?



    7) where do you feel the vibrati0on? In the seats? In the steering wheel? in the accelerator or brake pedal?



    8) does the vibration go away when coasting in neutral?



    9) is the vibration felt on transmission shifts, or before, or after the transmission shifts? does the intensity change?



    10) what is the engine temperature when the vibration occurs? cold, hot or at all temperatures?



    11) has the dealer determined the order of the vibration? do they know the resonance of the vibration in Hertz? do they know the amplitude?



    12) is there an audible noise with the vibration or is the vibration just felt?



    these are only a few of the questions that you need to provide data on before you can expect anyone to narrow down the possibilities. the more information you give the better the chance you have of someone isolating the vibration.



    hope that helps.Where is my 2005 Accord EX V6 vibration coming from?
    stop going to a dealer first thing most of time of trouble shooting go to a real shop place that works on cars dealership sale cars and only work on new cars where shop repair car every day sorry best bet to find a problem wil be a better shop not a dealershipWhere is my 2005 Accord EX V6 vibration coming from?
    It could be a front axle (drive shaft).

    How much work is it to change head gaskets on a front wheel drive fuel injected engine?

    Rhetorical question: a whole lotta bucks -- usually 1,000.00 plus, down down. More if it is a frontwheel drive sideways mounted motor.

    Pull the spider %26amp; the fuel control, all othr **** cluttering top of engine, get the intake off, remove bolts from exhaust manifolds, untorque %26amp; remove head bolts. Now come parts. Reinstall in reverse.



    How much work is it to pour a tube of aluma seal into radiater? About 5 minutes %26amp; 5$.

    Is it guaranteed to fix your leak? No, but it's got a good track record.

    Has it ever %26quot;clogged%26quot; (haha) an engine up? No documented cases -- it bonds, not clogs SMALL cracks %26amp; holes.

    Have I used it? Yes, mostly on the Ford Taurus w/ 3.8 %26amp; history of leaking head gaskets. Success? Interemittent. Damage? None. Could I have made more money saying %26quot;dude, I'm going to need to charge you minimum of 1200.00$ max of 1600.00$? Ha! %26quot;Think about it.%26quot;



    Source: a mechanic whose spent a whole helluva lot more than 18 years banging his knuckles.How much work is it to change head gaskets on a front wheel drive fuel injected engine?
    Are you asking a question or making a statement that you are looking for validation of your actions? Myself, I would Truly be disappointed if you were my mechanic and I would be looking else where for a mechanic that I could have faith in. It is just this type of shady workman ship that gives good techs a reputation that has to be over come by good deeds. You say more than 18 years, well I say more than 43 years and I enjoy doing my job the right way the first time every time. Maybe you need to change your career for something that you like to do.How much work is it to change head gaskets on a front wheel drive fuel injected engine?
    Rhetorical answer: In a whole lot more years than 18 repairing automobiles, I have never found any magic solution that will %26quot;repair%26quot; a blown head gasket.

    My honest opinion? You'd be doing your customer a greater service by replacing the head gasket if the customer plans on keeping the vehicle for any significant length of time.How much work is it to change head gaskets on a front wheel drive fuel injected engine?
    FIRST retorque the cylinder head bolts and do a compression testHow much work is it to change head gaskets on a front wheel drive fuel injected engine?
    its annoying, but still better than paying someone else to do itHow much work is it to change head gaskets on a front wheel drive fuel injected engine?
    thats alot of workHow much work is it to change head gaskets on a front wheel drive fuel injected engine?
    radiator sealant clogs up the veins in the radiator. these veins as u know are already small ports running from side to side in the radiator to cool the water.. it also adds deposits to the engine and waterpump and can sometimes collect around the thermostat.. if your looking for a quick fix until u can repair your vehicle youll end up replacing more parts in the end,, if your loooking to just fix and sell and not care what happens to the next guy then your on the right track..

    i charge 350 labor plus est 100 in parts (gasket/oil/coolant) and 50 per head to local machine shop to pressure test and resurface.., usual total cost to customer is under 700,, any engine... besides northstars.. fix it right man,, Art

    Auto repair?

    Does anyone know of a good website that offers detailed diagrams of how to change a timing belt and a motor mount and cv boots on a 2003 mazda 6s?Auto repair?
    IMHO, after over thirty years in the trade as a certified tech;

    if you can't get an (expensive!) dealers service manual, and I wouldn't, The absolute best site is:

    Check this:

    ALLDATAdiy.com :: Leading Source of Diagnostic and Repair Information

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    I'm pretty sure that a one year unlimited access/download for one vehicle is right around $25.00.



    They do run promotions so you may get lucky, my last re-activation was $12.95



    A word of caution: I run a Car Repair Ministry out of my church, and have, on occasion, been forced to purchase a manual from one or another auto parts stores.

    I have found so many COMPLETELY wrong procedures, some even with pictures, that you will need to be Very cautious when using them; particularly when it comes to lining up timing marks for a belt.

    The few extra dollars for ALLDATAdiy is easily worth the avoided problems.

    Did I mention that you'll have unlimited access to anything to do with your car for a year?Auto repair?
    Not right off-most businesses that have that info, have paid for it, and sell service manuals with pics and text included. Most auto parts places will have a book for you, about $15 or $20.Auto repair?
    You can usually find that info at the local library in the %26quot;reference%26quot; section... You can't check these books out, but you can copy what you ned from them...