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.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
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
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.
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/
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.dc motor via rheostat How to recycle an old comforter
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.
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).
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
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
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