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By December 17, 2005 0 Comments Read More →

My 1975 Chevy Camaro Needs a New Engine What Do You Suggest?

Can I put a new engine in my 1975 Chevy Camaro and feel safe about giving it to my son?

Posted in: Reader Questions
By December 17, 2005 0 Comments Read More →

There is a shake and vibration in my car around the front wheels

My car vibrates and makes a noise in the front wheels when I take my foot off the accelerator. My mechanic can’t seem to find the problem. Any ideas?

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By December 17, 2005 0 Comments Read More →

My Ford Taurus Idles Too Fast – What Is The Problem?

My Ford Taurus idles too fast. My mechanic did a tune up but it still seems to idle too fast, like it is on cruise control.

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By December 13, 2005 2 Comments Read More →

My Car Won’t Start Sometimes – Battery Alternator and Starter Have All Been Tested

My 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix won’t start sometimes. I have checked the battery, alternator, and starter and they tested fine. What else could be the problem with this car?

Posted in: Won't Start Issues
By December 13, 2005 0 Comments Read More →

My Car is Very Sluggish and Does Not Have The Power It Use To Have

My Chevy Camaro does not have the power and acceleration it should have. My mechanic did a tune up and that seemed to help some, but it still does not have the power it should.

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By December 13, 2005 14 Comments Read More →

My 1996 Chevy Blazer Sometimes Won’t Start When I Turn The Key

My 1996 Chevy Blazer sometimes won’t start, the dash light check does not work and the engine will not start. What could be the problem?

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By December 13, 2005 2 Comments Read More →

My Car Heater Is Not Hot – Can I Unplug it or do I Have to Get a New One?

The heater in your car can become plugged up with rust and can be unplugged with a regular garden hose.

Posted in: A/C and Heating
By December 8, 2005 0 Comments Read More →

How Can I Change My Brake Fluid in My Car Myself

My brake fluid is dirty, and I would like to change this fluid myself. Can you tell me what is the best way to replace the brake fluid?

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By December 8, 2005 2 Comments Read More →

My Car Has a New Battery But Something Keeps Draining The Battery Down

The battery in my car is brand new, but something keeps draining the battery and I have to jump start my car often. What else causes the battery to drain down?

By December 7, 2005 0 Comments Read More →

My Electric Windows Only Work Sometime

The electric windows in my car only seem to work sometime. How can I tell what the problem is?

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