Archive for July, 2007

By July 31, 20071 Comments Read More →

1989 Chevy Camaro Runs Bad Idles Rough and Dies

I have been slowly trying to tune and perfect my newly purchased 1989 Chevy Camaro. I, personally, have limited knowledge of engines and vehicles, but many of my friends study the subject and seem to know what they are talking about. Unfortunatly they all have different opinions on what should be done. The main problem I have now is trouble getting it to start and I have to pump the gas pedal repeatedly. I know thats bad for my vehicle but just turning the key won’t start it. It turns over fine, but it just won’t start.

Posted in: Running Problems
By July 31, 20076 Comments Read More →

1998 Chevy Blazer Engine Will Not Start Sometimes – Just Cranks Over

I own a 1998 Chevy Blazer with 19,500 original miles. The car has given me problems since day one of purchase in June 1999. Here is the problem I am currently attempting to correct: The car will run for three or four days then will not start again for a long period of time. The hand-held computer diagnostic check continues to refer to the oxygen sensor. I just replaced two oxygen sensors this past Saturday on either end of the catalytic converter.

Posted in: Won't Start Issues
By July 31, 20077 Comments Read More →

Car Engine Just Cranks Over

I own a 1998 Chevy Blazer with 19,500 original miles. The car has given me problems since day one of purchase in June 1999. Here is the problem I am currently attempting to correct: The car will run for three or four days then will not start again for a long period of time. The hand-held computer diagnostic check continues to refer to the oxygen sensor. I just replaced two oxygen sensors this past Saturday on either end of the catalytic converter.

Posted in: Won't Start Issues
By July 30, 20070 Comments Read More →

Ford Ranger Fuel Gauge is Not Working Properly – How to Test?

The fuel gauge in my 91 Ford Ranger does not register, is there an EZ way to check to see if the problem is the gauge or the sending unit.

Posted in: Reader Questions
By July 30, 20070 Comments Read More →

My Brakes Are Grinding and Making Noise What Will it Cost

I think I need a brake job on my 1988 Chevy Spectrum.Things are squeaking, grinding and groaning when I hit the brakes, but using the manual brake doesn’t seem to produce any adverse reactions. How much should I expect to pay?

Posted in: Brakes
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Chevy Silverado A/C Not Cold At Idle Speeds

Hi sir I have a 2004 Chevy Silverado. My A/C is cold when the vehicle is in motion but when stop and idol the a/c gets warm. I have taken it back to the dealership and they told me everything is fine. Why does the a/c get warm when I am idling? Otherwise the a/c works fine when driving. Is this an air flow problem? and how can I correct it?

Posted in: A/C and Heating
By July 30, 20070 Comments Read More →

Car A/C Not Cold At Idle Speeds

Hi sir I have a 2004 Chevy Silverado. My A/C is cold when the vehicle is in motion but when stop and idol the a/c gets warm. I have taken it back to the dealership and they told me everything is fine. Why does the a/c get warm when I am idling? Otherwise the a/c works fine when driving. Is this an air flow problem? and how can I correct it?

Posted in: A/C and Heating
By July 30, 20070 Comments Read More →

1968 Pontiac GTO 400 Engine Back Fire Out Tailpipe On Deceleration

I have a 68 GTO with a 1970 Pontiac 400 engine. I installed a new manifold on Holly 770 carburetor this winter. I have noticed that when driving at higher speeds >50mph and take my foot off the accelerator the car will backfire through the exhaust. I have read that it could be a multiply of causes and that timing could be one of them. What is your opinion on what it could be and the checks I can do to nail down the problem.

Posted in: Running Problems
By July 30, 20070 Comments Read More →

1990 Acura Integra Starts and Dies When Cold Sometimes

I have a question for you about my car, 1990 Acura Integra which, by the way has 289,900 miles on the original engine! It has always started right up. Now, occasionally, when I first put the ignition key in it starts, the idle moves to around 2 as usual, and then it just shuts off.

Posted in: Won't Start Issues
By July 27, 20073 Comments Read More →

Mercury Tracer Won’t Start – Fuel Pump Inercia Switch Problem

My question is pretty simple I think. Last night I
had the unfortunate experience of striking a deer
that was laying dead in the road. It was kind of like
hitting a larger speed bump with the right tires of
my vehicle Mercury Tracer at about 40 mph.

Posted in: Won't Start Issues
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