Archive for September, 2011

How Much Should New Brakes and Rotors Cost?

Hi What should it cost for me to: 1. Replace Rotor and install new Pad + Labor 2. True/resurface rotor and install […]

Posted in: Brakes
By September 26, 20110 Comments Read More →

Why Do My Brakes Squeak on My Car?

Reader Question My Car – Skoda Octavia (maybe 08/09 or something – not the fantasia look the one before it) When I’m […]

Posted in: Brakes
By September 26, 20110 Comments Read More →

My Car Alternator is Smoking – Is It Safe To Drive?

Reader Question Alternator is smoking when I connect new battery (Connected properly).  All other electronics are functional (radio, lights, etc….) except the […]

By September 26, 20114 Comments Read More →

How To Use K&W Engine Block Sealer

Reader Question Hi Austin. I read a couple of your posts on this subject. I have used K&W without your “leave it […]

Posted in: Head Gaskets

K&W Block Seal

Hi Austin. I read a couple of your posts on this subject. I have used K&W Block Seal without your “leave it […]

Posted in: Head Gaskets
By September 15, 20111 Comments Read More →

Pontiac Grand Am Battery Drain

Reader Question I have a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am with 2.2 4 cylinder engine.  It was involved in a front end crash, […]

Can A Speedometer Drain a Car Battery?

I have a Pontiac Grand Am with 2.2 4 cylinder engine.  It was involved in a front end crash, no air bag […]

By September 9, 20115 Comments Read More →

What Does Brake Rotor Warp Mean

I get asked this question at least 3-4 times a week….”why does my car shake when I step on the brakes?” The […]

Posted in: Brakes

Warped Brake Rotors

I get asked this question at least 3-4 times a week….”why does my car shake when I step on the brakes?” The […]

Posted in: Brakes