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>>15016891
what's a good car to wrench on in australia?
I was thinking an old holden v8 with a chevy small block because there are heaps of cheap parts.

made the mistake of buying my first car which was a JDM and only produced in a single year. fucking impossible to find spares.

>>15016891

Rolls-Royce Wraith

>>15016894
re-asking here

Would a bad shifter ball bushing cause enough play for the transmission to not hold 1st gear properly? it goes into 1st fine, even when moving, but unless I hold it, it flops around, and will occasionally pop out of gear if I'm not careful. vehicle is a 91 Hilux, if that matters. I already replaced the rubber seal that sits in the shifter hole, which did eliminate a lot of the shifter slop in general. i noticed that the little flat plastic bushing on the bottom of the shifter would rotate freely on the ball. not sure if it's supposed to do that or not.

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>need new radio
>for 2001 Volvo
>buy ISO converter for the car
>doesn't fit

I have never seen cables like the ones coming through the dash. Ofc the antenna cable, but the other ones are big and rectangular, easily twice the size of an ISO connector

Pic related. Have I just bought the wrong cable or l am I completely retarded?

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Is it okay to splice two different size fuel pumps into one fuel feed?

Im not sure if the pressure difference at the Y would mess something up?

>>15016894
Falcon Straight 6s are pretty good for what you'd want.

>>15009390

Yeah the negative battery terminal. It didn't seem like a huge amount of corrosion or anything, but I'd tightened it too much and it just kind of turned to dust near the base. The top of it was still intact in the ring that makes contact.

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Toyota-Celica-1990/SSE-AD-3985828/?Cr=0


c/n

>>15017451
Thanks man ;)

>>15016886
What is this ''before /o/ after /o/'' meme? I don't have the picture currently, but there are a lot of cars in the ''after /o/'' section.

What are those cars? What is this meme about?

>>15017726
There are two, one full of Renault Twingos, and one with Mazda Miata/MX-5s. The Twingo is meme because it's cheapo, pretty basic, and looks kinda cute.

The Miata because it's small 2 seat roadster, it's good handling, rather good looking. But moat of all you can have a open sports car, despite being a poorfag.

And remember, here on /o/ the single moat important aspect of a car is it's price. Pretty much everyone here is poor

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Hi there,
I'm new to /o/, do you guyz have threads about supermotos ?
Or is it just usually melt in the bike threads ?

>>15017466
>>15017466
reply you negr/o/s

>>15017803
Thanks for the explanation, anon.

When talking about head units is there a difference between 4x*W and 4x*WRMS?

is it a good idea to stick a Legacy motor in an Outback?

>>15016886
Sometimes when my car is sitting overnight, and the engine is nice and cool, when I start it the engine sounds like it's sucking in air. This is coupled with the fact that when I press the accelerator, it sounds as if it's sucking air through the valve into the engine, and it has been starting to run slightly rough, so I wonder if air is being sucked in where it shouldn't be?

Please help.

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My catalytic convert has went into fucked mode, it rattles loudly when I'm idling.

I'm going to get the cat cut off and have it straight piped, but there's a problem, it's a V6.

I really don't want to be "that guy with a straight piped V6" but it's the cheapest way to get rid of the cat. The muffler is staying on

Anyone have an idea on how it'll sound? What other opinions do I have while staying stupidly cheap?

>>15016886
Just recently had my auto trans serviced, then this happens tonight.
>Just left friends home, pulled into the main street
>Check Engine light comes on, drive is lost, engine not responding to accelerator
>Spilling spaghetti as I pull to the side of the road
>Turn car off
>Sit for a few seconds
>Turn car on
>Everything is back in order
Car also has an exhaust leak that I'm fixing this week, but what would cause my car to an hero like this? I've had it for 4 years and the exhaust leak is the most severe problem I've had with it.

>>15018153
>what is vacuum leak

>>15018160
Its most likely a rusted headshield. just get underneath the car, and remove it.

with my experiance,any beaner muffler shop will remove it without issue. just take it with you, its worth like $60

also, without a glassback muffler, your exhaust may sound shitty.

>>15018616
I mean remove the rusted heatshield yourself.
If you want, a beaner shop will remove the cat, and replace it with a straight pipe.

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Gonna go look at a 1998 civic ex today 135k miles guys asking 2100, is there anything i should watch out for that isnt already in the sticky? Should i avoid buying from someone that no hablo engles

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Hey guys I was checking out some trucks on Craigslist when I ran into a 98 Chevy Silverado. I emailed the person and this is what they responded with. Is it just me or does this seem a bit shady?

>>15018667
unless you can speak Spanish I'd be a little weary buying from someone I don't share a language with. half of buying a car is asking questions and negotiating. idk how that's gonna happen if you don't share a language.

>>15018707
yeah I think that's a scam

>>15018615
Checked hoses, all clear, I probably should have started with that. I'm still trying to figure out what exactly is going on so if anyone can help me it would be greatly appreciated.

Did I fuck up by trying to unscrew my shifting knob without securing the pole-thingy?

Also not /o/-related but fuck it: Can I simply replace my GTX580 with a 1080? It needs less juice, is there anything I'm missing?

I've got a stuck brake caliper, how do I get this thing off the disc to turn the piston back when the compressed pads are holding it on and I can't decompress them without taking it off?

Do I just need to use a crowbar and go at it?

>>15019089
Alternator belt also snapped 4 months back and I'm starting to get the squealing sound on engine startup again that was happening right before it went, does that mean my timing belt is about to go?

Coworkers keep telling me that red is a color for a woman's car

Is this true? I'd like to get a bright red Lexus but I'd also rather look like a giant homl

What should I look for if I want to buy a Fiat X1/9? Besides rust

I'm importing it to Mexico too.

>>15016886
Recently my car has been having an issue with running rough at idle after cold start (sometimes throwing P0300 (random misfire) codes, sometimes not). This has gotten worse recently with an opening of a new hole in the exhaust. I've seen a ton of shit about what it could be. I have a CAI and catless exhaust, no tune. Any ideas? 2006 Mazdaspeed6

>>15017885
You're a dumb negro

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>>15019507
>doesn't want to look like homl
i drive a red truck, and I'm not an homl
I did buy it from an homl tho, he was a nice guy
maybe you should do what you want and not care what others think, pic related

>>15016886

Sometims my car has a hard time going into gear (manual)

Especially 1'st and 3'rd can be problematic

Also, if I go up to high revs in 1'st, say 4500 RPM, it will grind when I try to go into 2'nd gear.

What is wrong?

1999 Octavia 1,8 petrol, same engine as Golf IV

>>15020217
I'm not sticking my penis into that.

Why is my ka idling like piss when I'm thoroughly convinced I have no vacuum leak and the injectors are clean and all the voltages on them and the plugs are totally normal?

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>>15020252
congrats, you doing what you want to!

>>15020278

Head gasket

>>15020301
Coolant doesn't look oily though.

How do you not give a fuck about what other people think about your car?

I know it varies depends on how you drive and where you drive. But on average, how long do you think I have until I have to replace my stock dampers on my 08 wrx? I don't know about my previous owner, but I drive my car very softly.

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>A: do this
>B: do this but find it somewhere cheaper
>C: do what I can myself and get the other heavy work done
>D: buy a new engine
>E: just keep topping it off with oil and hope nothing goes wrong ever
>F: scrap this

What am I to do /o/? I keep having shit luck with this stuff. Last car I had before this Subaru had $1500 worth of problems, which is why I got rid of it. Yet this is way more expensive. It's driving me insane.

>>15020643
Oh yeah, forgot an option.

>G:Actually just get this all done myself.

Apparently you can get to the headgaskets without removing the engine in a Subaru. Only if you take everything else apart first.

How long does a solitary year/model of car have before it stops getting manufactured/discontinued? Is it fixed to 1-2 years or does it depend on how popular the particular car is?

>>15019075
Probably not and no.

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>>15016907
Toyota/Aisin transmissions are famous for having shifter bushing issues. They allow a ton of slop in the shifter making sloppy shifts and wandering gears almost guaranteed. Also, the plastic bushing on the tip is supposed to rotate freely, that's OK. There are aftermarket kits that solve the bushing issues, if you are interested.

However, the gear is held in by a detent along the shifter rail. Basically, a ball bearing sits on a spring and rides along the fork shaft. At specific points, (namely in gear), the ball falls into a ground out spot givving that 'popping' into gear feeling, and holding the shaft from coming out. See attached image. The balls (2) are e pressed against the shaft (6 and 8) by the spring (1). When it falls into one of the notches on the shaft, you're in gear.

When the spring gets worn out, it takes less and less force for the detent to pop out, until it may not take any force at all. This sounds more like your problem.

Two common symptoms of worn-out detents are popping out of gear during acceleration/deceleration, or just having to hold the gear in all of the time. It usually happens more with high-milage vehicles, or city driven vehicles that shift a lot. You should feel a firm, positive pop when going into gear. Detents are often shared, so 1-2 both should have firm pops. If only one does, then your problem may be elsewhere.

I've never had a case of enough slop in the shifter to cause it to come out of gear, but Its been a long while since I've rebuilt a W56. If memory serves right, the transmission must be taken apart to get to the detents. I don't think it has a shifter tower... By not fixing the detent, you are not causing damage to the transmission, however.

>>15018153
Long air boxes/tubing sometimes do that. I had a Jeep TJ with the 4.0L that the PO put a CAI with a pod filter on it. When you would start it, it would sound like hurricane katrina in a tunnel. After it warmed up and the idle kicked down, it would go away. The tube would just sound like it was 'sucking', as you said. I looked for a vaccum leak even though it ran fine, but it was after I took off the filter and covered the intake with my hand that I found out it was just resonating at that engine rpms.

Have a friend with a 2009 Ford superduty that does it too, but that has a turbo. His would actually whistle.

Unless you're having drivability issues, I wouldn't think twice about it. Check vacuum hoses, especially PCV and brake booster, if you have them. Otherwise, run it til it dies.

>>15020151
Forgot to say. I've been throwing codes for an EGR every now and then. Could that be contributing, or be the root?

>>15016886
My new car has 15 inch wheels stock and the tires are good. Should I wait for the tires to wear out and get 16 or 17 inch wheels with new tires to fit or go ahead and get 15 inch wheels? The main reason I'm changing is because the stock ones look like shit

What's that fwd 90s Nissan that was considered the best handling car of its era?

Does anyone here know dick about the tenth generation Ford F150? Mainly i need to know if the air cleaner box from 98 to 03 for the 3 valve 5.4 is universal for those years or do they change it year to year? Also would a 4.6 air cleaner box fit a 5.4?

im pretty new at car shit
i got a corolla from 03 that im looking to replace the radio
theres radio replacement kits at walmart for like 20 bucks are those good for someone who doesnt know much about cars besides changing the oil?

whats a good radio to replace it with that wont break the bank? i really only need am/fm/aux cable and cd no satellite or anything like that. im guessing i need radios for my specific brand or just size?

Im a newb. I really like the idea behind the lotus carlton. Any other cars woth a similiar body style/sleeper type of car that is available in the US?

If I bought a 4th gen mustang gt. Which supposedly cant turn, and re did most of the suspension, could I have a good hoon machine?

Are the 90s civics fun to drive like my Mazda 3?

>>15021697
Maybe you're thinking of the integra

>>15023794
Yes

>>15023941
Yes

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Should I buy a 71 Beetle as my primary mode of transport? It's got suspiciously low miles (27,000, not advertised at all but I checked the MOT history) and a little rust around the rear deck

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C740945

>>15025266
I'm considering something similar. The idea of a relatively minimal, almost wholly mechanical car is getting more appealing as new cars keep getting more bloated.

The fact that there's a hell of a lot of knowledge around about beetles is a bonus as I'm not the most experienced with a wrench.

>>15025323
That's the same idea I have, I'm currently driving a late 90s MG (Rover) which is largely mechanical but still has EFI and such to go wrong. I just really like the idea of a car that I can fix with nothing more than cable ties, duct tape and a screwdriver

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So I'm trying to get my distributor out of my 94 Firebird with the LT1, I've gotten the waterpump removed, but and all three bolts to the crankshaft pulley removed but I just can't seem to get the damn pulley off.

I've tried the pulley removers from auto zone but the bolt threads that come with those are too small, and the stock bolts are too thick to fit through the assembly. I also really don't want to get it out of time, so if there's anyway to 'lock' the crankshaft so I don't move it that would be wonderful.

Pic related.

How does it feel driving a Nissan GT-R? I'm getting my first car soon and my parents are gonna buy me a used 2012 model and i wanna know what i'm getting myself into.

>>15025602
get it and remember to shitpost about it here in /o/

>>15023941
If you like inferior FWD, yes

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Anyone know if there's a specific name for the spot light on the A-pillar of a police car? I could have sworn there was a name similar to Gurney flap in that it had someone's name in it.

>>15025625
Should i get myself a tripcode too when i get the car?

>>15025748
Yes

>>15025442
Those crank shaft pullys are a bitch to get off, try to get some heat on it with a torch or something. You're most definitely going to need a pully of some sort, find bolts that fit it if the pully set doesn't have any.

>>15025689
Unity beam post-mount spotlight

wtf is this shit. i took my car in to the dealership for a recall. after hitting here for almost 2 hours fuckhead comes in and tells me the part needs to be ordered

>>15018160
If you still have the muffler on the sound difference won't be that great just a little louder

>>15019507
Red necessarily isn't a feminine color however a Lexus is a woman's car

>>15025602
Fuck off

>>15021697
>>15025220
Just remembered. It was the NX2000.

>>15026253

Unity is a brand. This is not the correct answer.

>>15016886
I have a leak in my flex pipe. Car is loud as fuck now. Do i need to weld a new one on or is there a way to do it without welding?
>pontiac g6

>>15021677
Wait for the tires to wear down. Save money on a wheel/tire combo.

>>15021838
4.6 and 5.4 used the same airbox iirc.

>>15022740
Crutchfield if you want to do it right.

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how are these guys

>>15021838
98 and 03 use the same filter. Id bet the airbox didnt change much.

>>15026786
Great site, just make sure youre buying from a high rated seller. And that it meets import requirements.

Opinions on this?

https://toronto.craigslist.ca/tor/ctd/5576194316.html

>>15026984
and this?

https://toronto.craigslist.ca/tor/cto/5576535255.html

Thanks.

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Alright, so I'm looking for the center caps for a 1986 Lincoln Town Car. The wheels are spokes, and I actually have one of the center caps already, but I'm missing the other three. I'll post pics of the center caps too. Any idea where I should go to look for these things? Already tried eBay and the nearest scrapyard.

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>>15027073
1/2

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>>15027073
2/2

>>15027055
>>15026984
Caddy looks good, id get a mechanic to look at the audi first though. Actually thats a good idea for any car puchase over a few grand. And run the vins through the vin check thread

>>15027055

random but makes sure the thermostat works good or was replaced, weve had a couple of those come into work and im pretty sure that year you still have to pull the intake to replace the thermostat

>>15027073
Junkyards, but you'll never find them.

>>15027073
>>15027090
>>15027099
$25 each

http://www.centercaps.net/2/model_results.php?ddlMake=14&ddlModel=268&ddlYear=1986&getCap=GET+CAP

>>15027150
Oh, I forgot to mention. They're only 3 1/2 inches in diameter. The ones sold there are too big, unfortunately.

I found one seller so far all the way in California, for $100 each. But it's shady, so I'm trying to find a better one.

>>15020539
Realize life is too short to spend worrying about trivial bullshit because once you are dead its over. Do you really want to spend the short time you have existing worrying over stupid crap?

>>15018707
>>15018732
>I was checking out some trucks on Craigslist
Get the VIN number and check it out before deciding to show up in person to further inspect it. The name of the seller you can google to verify who they are, their husband's name, where they claim to be living matches the story, and whatever else.

Also read:
>>14969485

>>15021677
The ride with those larger rims and thus lower-profile tires will be both harder and noisier. Low profile also means you don't have curb protection that the larger tires have so you run the risk of rimming the curb. In return, your handling is improved.

>>15025689
When those old impala taxi cabs have one in the same position as the police light, it is called a post-mount spotlight.

Does an engine having a higher output mean it will become damaged easier? So if you take a stock motor and put an aftermarket intake and exhaust on it and improve the WHP, does the engine suffer?

>>15028295
Typically with an aftermarket intake you're looking at better airflow, but worse filtration so more shit gets into the engine, and may cause damage if you don't up the maintenance to deal with it.

But IRL it makes basically no difference unless you're moving from a truck air cleaner to to filter at all while living in the sahara

I need a cheap commuter car with decent mileage. What are my options?

>>15028325
Diesel volkswagen, with as many miles as you can find on it

I need a guibo for my '94 530i. Should I buy BMW ($150) or aftermarket ($40) ?

>>15028325
civic, corolla, camry, accord

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>>15028230
Took it as a scam when I got this email.

What can I get with $2000 on a used car?

150K+ only cars? Is it even worth it?

Does anyone know how to insert the mirror glass itself into a backing plate?
Honda was a fucking cunt and decided that the sedan and coupe should have the same size and shape mirrors but different mountings.

What should I look out for when buying a "Northern" car? What I mean by this is a car owned by someone in a cold climate. I've never left the state of Florida, but it's common practice here to not purchase cars from up North because they aren't "Florida cars".

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Dad has a '02 Pontiac Firebird and he just got a Camaro. I doubt he'll be wanting his Firebird after long, and I was thinking of picking it up from him. It's an autotragic, but I was talking and he said it wouldn't be too hard to switch it to a manual. Would this be a good thing to try and pick up? Or would i be better off browsing the List of Craig for a base manual?

>Thinking about offering him $1k on it for as is

These threads should be called questions that don't get answered

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I'm looking at getting something that'll last and be comfy. I found a 1997 Lexus LS400 for just under $4K. 1 owner, 157k.
>What's the cost of maintenance and to own on one of these?
If something goes wrong, i don't wanna break the bank fixing it.
There's a reason I'm looking at getting something this old and cheap.
I don't care for looks, and actually kinda like it's subtle looks.

>>15026618
>>15026901
Yea I figured they would be the same but thought I should check around before I buy one that doesn't fit, thanks.
>california smog

Alright /o/rphans, fairly simple questions, but here goes.

Buying a manual car tomorrow, I've test driven it enough to be able to drive it but I'm still extremely worried about stalling it at a stoplight.

With that said, here come the questions.

>What is the most braindead way to easily shift neutral to 1st without stalling?

>tips on city driving?

>how to inch forward in traffic?

I've got the whole engine braking + rev match concept down, these are literally the only things I have left that bother me.

>>15031182
Depends on how much torque your car has. Getting going easily in my car is a matter of letting off the clutch until right when you feel the car start to move, let it a tiny bit further, then hold it and modulate the throttle to control acceleration. If you want to creep, give it a little throttle and then out the clutch back in. If you want to launch, give it a lot of gas and dump the clutch the rest of the way. But I always start with slipping it a little to get the car moving a bit. This is also better for the car if you do decide to hard launch it because it takes the slack out of the drivetrain.
>bought a car with a stage 2 clutch/short throw shifter in November
>no previous experience driving stick
It was a learning experience.

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>>15030332
Rust. Northerners salt the roads harder than the Romans did with Carthage.

Go check out some rust threads on other forums and you'll see why.

question about auto loans

currently looking at buying a new car.

>make 75k/year
>rent is only 500/mo because split it with gf
>credit is meh because i fucked around with credit cards as a 19 year old
>havent had much credit since
>no car loan history
>just student loans and a couple of cards from stores like nebraska furniture mart

so how much can i look at getting financed? i dont know what all they take into consideration

but i see niggers driving around 7 series' so i dont know what to think

anyone have any experience getting nice cars with meh credit?

if it matters i was looking at an m3 with a 20k down payment

>>15028467
100% scam

>>15028551
150k isnt a lot for a car if its been maintained right. Bring a mechanic or friend who knows what to look for.

>>15030441
It would either be a ton of work or a ton of money. Or both. Find a used manual.

>>15030621
Then start answering questions.

>>15030958
It wont break the bank, but replacement parts do cost a bit more than a corolla. Parts are still considerably cheaper than its german competitors. Labor is what gets you, learn to wrench.

>>15031401
They will finance anyone far beyond what they can comfortably pay. Putting a lot down is good. Making sure you can afford to pay the car if rent suddenly becomes your responsibility is better.

My car makes a ticking noise that goes quicker as i speed up def soming from the motor but drives fine i think. Its an 04 accord with 238k miles whats wrong with it?

Ive never owned a truck before but I got a new job that requires me to transport things my car just cant do. I want a cheap small truck though , any thoughts on a 2004 mazda b2300? I seen a few in my area for ~5,000(CND) at 150-200km which seems like a fair price but a little high for a ~12 year old truck

>>15032364
Try to talk the price down a little, that is a bit steep.

>>15032430
I seen the B3000 with a V6 with 150,000km for $5,000, if I can get them down to ~$4,500 think that would be a good deal?

>>15032454
4,500 would be better yeah, if its in good condition id say thats a fair trade.

>>15032361
Probably lifter tick. You can use a thicker oil. If nothing else is wrong with the car it might be worth getting a quote from a mechanic.

Are hood pins absolutely necessary for aftermarket hoods? I want a carbon hood for my Toyota MR2 but if it means I need those ugly pins drilled through it I'l just have it matte'd over.

>>15026590
Get under the car and look, is it welded on? Or is there some sort of clamp on it?

>>15032477
As long as the hood uses the original locking mechanism\latches then hood pins would be usuless.

>>15032467
Cool thanks!

Is it more fuel efficient to rev up to my power band when accelerating (and then down again when I hit the speed limit)?

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I have heard that v6 mustangs are actually really good and reliable daily drivers (good gas mileage, low maintaince), am i retarded for thinking about getting one?

>>15032562
Its more fuel efficient to go slow. And use the lowest gear without lugging the engine.

>>15032611
The older ones 4.0 and 3.8 v6 were decently reliable but not so great on gas or power.
The new 3.7 is quite a bit better on gas and power and has been just as reliable,if not more so.
Not a terrible dd but dont expect it to be quick unless you get a 2011 or newer.

>>15032633
You mean highest gear?

>>15032641
Yes highest gear, my hungover self isnt thinking properly.

>>15032651
Huh. Just that I'm seeing multiple posts saying that it is the way to go. 4k for a shorter period of time before dropping down to ~2k rather than being at 2-3k for ages, accelerating slowly. Don't know what to believe.

>>15032633
thank you

>>15032665
Well the best way to find out would be try it one way for a while and average your mpgs then try it the other way and average that. Might be different for different cars, drivers, traffic conditions etc. I say find out what works best for your situation. Theres some work involved in that though.

>>15032701
My fuel gauge is shit and digital readouts are inaccurate, so I can't do that, unfortunately. But I guess I'll try it by feel.

>>15032701
Start with a full tank and just record how many miles you get with it. Do the same for the next fill up but use the other shifting method. Divide miles by the size of your tank to get the approx mileage. Sure it wont be 100% accurate but it should be close enough to see a difference between the two. >although statistically you would have to do more than one test of each for accuracy but that seems unnecessary in this case.

>>15032727
Meant to quote>>15032710
I apparenty suck at greentext on mobile. Go figure.

>>15032727
I drive in varied conditions because I work freelance, though. Going to different places at different times, so some days I'm in traffic, others it's all clear.

>>15027121
>>15027134
Thanks guys. :)

Shitty question, do i buy a 350z NOW or save a couple more years (or wait until the price drops) and buy a 370z?

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>>15032497
Neat, thanks.

Have a loli

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Is turbo vs supercharger a matter of opinion nowadays or is there a distinct pro/con between them?

>>15032775
That depends. The 370 is miles better than the 350 and ive had a hard time finding a 350 that wasnt beat to death because the prices are pretty low right now. Dont forget that theres a lot of cars in that price range that offer similar or better performance. But if thats the car you're wanting. I would personally wait for a 370 in the right price.

>>15032799
Turbocharger produces typicall more power. Negative is that it takes time to spool up, relying on the exhaust.
Supercharger produces less power but there's no lag because it's driven from the crankshaft.

>>15032813
Isn't turbo lag a myth?

>>15032799
>ohboyherewego.gif

Turbos are more efficient, but theres some lag at high boost levels.
Superchargers are instant. But different strokes for different folks because the differences between them dont make or break either one.
They both make boost. They both sound cool. Pick whatever is cheaper/easier to install in you car pretty much.

>>15032819
Nowadays lag is hardly noticable unless your pushing 16+ pounds of boost. But it is there.

>>15032819
It can be almost eliminated with a smaller turbo (at the cost of less power), a system of dual turbos (one small that spools up quick and one bigger that engages after a certain rpm, which is relatively complex) or with a fancy air blowing system (compressed air is stored and blown into the turbo to keep it from slowing down too much and lagging) like the one Volvo has been trying to introduce in their engines lately

http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/cto/5580926121.html

What do you guys think of this? I need a truck to haul some farm stuff around but I need some thing cheap.

>>15032928
For that price, any running and moving truck is fine. Just keep in mind that some things will need replacing. And make sure the trans shifts fine or at least okay.

>>15032799
Get a supercharger if you're a retarded fatty from Burgerland, turbo if you are a smart person

>>15033029
Hot opinions there tripfag. Filtered

>>15032965
Thank you.

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What do /o/?

>>15033767
Theres no "issue" a vin could cause. Tell him to stop wasting your time and give the vin or look for a competent seller.

>>15033767
reply with what
>>15033897 said
either a scammer or legit retard who uses his finger to cover up license plate

alternatively ask him to email you the carfax which should have the vin on it

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Do I have to bleed the brakes when changing pads???

>>15033952
Just the pads? nah. not really. I never have and I'm still alive.

>>15033952
not necessary for just brake pads. if you don't know the age of your fluid, i'd just do it anyways

>>15016954
If the bigger pump is putting out too much it may try to push fuel back to the smaller pump. If you put the smaller pump in line supplying fuel to the larger pump it may make the bigger pump cavitate and overheat it. Placing the larger pump feeding the smaller pump will just limit your fuel output to the level of the small pump. May run a little higher pressure. That's my guess anyways.

>>15018098
http://www.ecoustics.com/electronics/forum/car-audio/425163.html

That might help

>>15032803
I really do want a Z because I've always loved how they look I've heard the 350 has less wind noise and handles better though so I sorta dunno what to do.

>>15018591
Is your leak in front or right behind your rear o2 sensors? Could cause a bad reading and throw a code.

>>15020226
Sounds like synchro problems. Change your transmission fluid and see if that helps. If not it's time for a rebuild.

>>15034070
>handles better
What, no. The 370z is a DIRECT upgrade but the value's going to plummet when the new Z goes on sale so buy carefully (I have one and am planning on dumping it when the Z35 is announced)

>>15034130
Guess I'll wait till the value plummets, thanks for the input anon.

>>15033996
Well...turning the rotors too!!!

>>15033996
Well...turning the rotors too!!!

I drive an 04 4.3l 5speed Chevy Silverado.

I had the clutch pedal snap on me, and that was a bitch to replace. But now when I drive, it's hard to put the truck in gear (pedal feels fine). But the thing is, its only hard to do it before the truck warms up. Any clues?

I was always under the assumption that diesels dont have throttle bodies as they use fuel injection, rather than limiting air flow.

but, my VW Diesel 2-0 Turbo, when under boost and letting off can hear the intake charge 'whoosh' or whatever the term is.

is this just the charge hitting slowing valves, or could this diesel have some sort of blowoff.

>>15034392
A lot of diesels do have "throttle" bodies that are used to switch the engine off by suffocating it to prevent the good old inconvenience that happened a while ago when diesels kept running even if you pulled the key out of the barrel. It's not a throttle body tho and it stays open as long as the engine runs.

The change in noise could very well be a wastegate or something else making more noise than usual.

Diesels don't have proper throttle bodies that need the protection of a blow off system

Can you get bird shit and dust and muck off your windows between washes?

I got some glass cleaner, a clean microfibre cloth, and a burner cotton cloth I can use on the outside and get dirty.

I don't know if I will just end up smearing dried bird shit everywhere though, or it won't come off at all, glass cleaner seems more for fingerprints and grease on the inside than shit off the outside.

Guess I gotta wait to full washes.

>>15034337
Im on a "as needed" basis with that. I replace the pads well before they do any damage to the rotors but i replace the rotors every other set of pads cause theyre cheap anyway.

>>15034428
can you link to an example of this diesel throttle body you talk about.

anyone know what turbo is in a volvo 940 polar?

>>15034457
Pressure washer.

>>15034479
Off the top of my head I clearly remember FIAT/Alfa 1.9L diesels having those shutoff valves, but I definitely saw more examples from VWs and Fords too.
I'm pretty sure the 2.0L from Ford/PSA has one of those for example.

I dont know the proper term for that valve so I dont really know what to search.

is it worth getting a T5 instead of the standard s40

>>15034568
If you like power yes. The standard s40 is average. The T5 is pretty quick.

>>15034517

Don't own one.

>>15034582
Get the shit wet and let it soak in for a few minutes. You can do this with the cleaner. After its soaked nice n good. Lick it off. Or use the rag and medium pressure. Soaking is the key with stuck on bird shit.

I just inherited my first car from my aunt who really wanted to get rid of it.

It seems to work fine but when I'm stopped at a red light sometimes the gas pedal will not respond even if I floor the pedal it just coasts gently forward and eventually sputters and start speeding up again. If I turn off the car off completely, it will reset the problem like nothing's happened. I have no idea what causes it but it's almost always when I'm stopped or idling for a while.

No idea what the fuck is wrong with it, no engine light, ODB finds no codes. It's an automatic tho.

Anyone know any good videos or manuals for a gasket replacement on a Subaru engine? I need to find out everything I need to go and replace mine.

>>15034686
Throttle position sensor probably

>>15034885
Haynes or chiltons manuals, should have almost every repair in those.

Hi br/o/s. I recently changed my spark plugs (just the plugs not wires or anything else) and my check engine light turned off a couple days later. But the codes that were coming up were emmision system faults, so I dont know if the plugs somehow affected that? Insight would be appreciated greatly.

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Is this good enough to test compression in my aw11 mr2 or should i spring for the $70 ones?

http://www.amazon.com/INNOVA-3614-Compression-Tester-Plus/dp/B000EVU8JS/

how does one simply get a good launch on a turbod engine?

>>15036869
looks like a tranny from craigslist in the sgv area

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>>15036914

It's some /adv/ faggots sister.

What you know about local trannies is beyond me so i'm not so sure anymore.

>>15035782
the new plugs can affect the amount of fuel that is burned and that would directly impact your emissions system. That being said, your old plugs would have needed to be pretty beat up or old to cause an emissions issue and would most likely have given you a misfire code well before any emissions stuff.

Also, consider that they could be not related at all. if you have an issue that is intermittent it will throw a code, then function normally long enough for the computer to reset the code (usually a set number of "cycles").

So maybe you fixed it, maybe you didn't. what were the codes if you can recall?

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>>15037027
meant to post this pic, everybody should learn to read spark plugs.

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What kind of fastener is this? It looks like the regular scrivet or push-in fastener, but the head seems to be metal and it doesn't want to pry out.

Vehicle is a 2005 Outback.

>>15016886
If you're running a high compression piston, do you need high compression top end gaskets/rings?

I have a JE high compression piston and I was in the process of rebuilding the engine and bought Namura piston rings ($20 vs $40) and a gasket kit from TopEndGaskets.

The gaskets that were with the engine before were noticeably thicker than the aftermarket gaskets. The aftermarket gaskets leaked oil, but it may have just been a cheap brand.

I put it back together and it was running fine for a while, but now it's smoking like a freight train.

I just bought a sort of project car (xf falcon) What are some essential tools ill need sick of struggling with the shit set i have

>>15037060
there is no contamination on my spark plugs. most of these are wrong. it's bizzare that ones that are clearly overheating and contaminated are labelled optimal.

How daily drivable are FD RX-7s? I would love to own one and drive it daily. My commute is less than 30 miles a day and is all highway with some stop and go traffic. I would keep it as close to stock as possible, not counting the "reliability mods".

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Can someone identify the model/year of this porsche

>>15038025
944 1984

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What car is this?

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>>15038483
fuggg >:X

I meant what car is this

>>15038306
Thanks bro

How much harder is it to work on an automatic transmission then a manual? Would having the ATSG for my transmission help?

>>15034084
from exhaust manifold, came to this conclusion too but will need time to confirm

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Is a manual 2003 Toyota Matrix XR with 70k original miles and meticulous maintenance history worth getting from a dealer? How much should I pay for it?

>>15017851
You could make a thread specifically for the supermoto if you want.

No one is stopping you.

>>15020290
That gif is short. It should include the volvo just driving away.

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This guy has his Chevy on CL advertising it is as a Z71. Pic related is what he told me. Possible?

Ford fusion SEL 07 or a Acura TL 06?

>>15037801
high compression can pop gaskets but more important is to set the correct squish distance.
rings need to be correct for your piston and cylinder wall spec. if i was using aftermarket racing pistons i'd use their rings, otherwise OE

>>15037945
They are dd able but not very convenient. You cant make quick trips in them they need to reach op temp everytime its started to avoid flooding. You have to add oil every time you fill up gas, and premix into the gas tank. And if your cooling isnt good enough it will overheat in minutes of stop and go traffic.

>>15038886
I wouldnt pay over 5k for that from a dealer, but i doubt they will sell it for that.

>>15040132

it's possible but it's also possible that he's lying to you

figure out what makes a Z71 a Z71 and if it has that then you're good

I drive a '95 E34 525i auto and I'm kinda disappointed with it after only owning it after a year. Was looking for S2K's, rx7/8's, anything fun and manual but I commute to work 5 days a week taking a little over an hour to and from.

I've been looking at the 2016 Mazda 3, but I don't know if it would it be stupid to buy/lease it and get rid of the BMW. Any suggestions?

>>15040276
Adding oil to the gas tank? Interesting. I knew that rotarys like to flood themselves if you stall or if it doesn't reach optimum temperature.

Have you owned one? I know someone who daily drives an RX-8, but I feel the RX-7 is a completely different animal.

Yesterday I checked the coolant level and didn't tight the cap properly. Today I found that the cap had fallen off somewhere between my 2 hours of drive since I checked. Could something happen to the car? It's a 2004 RX-8 and I don't think any of the coolant leaked.

2013 Honda Fit Sport. <18k miles. When I go from Reverse to Drive, it makes a loud clunk and a crunch sound. But only Reverse to Drive. If I go from Park or Neutral to Drive, no problem.

06 rx8. Need to rebuild front calipers. 7 shops tell me wont do it and they can only replace. Nobody rebuilds anymore. Rx8club says napa sells rebuilt ones for 90 but i cant find them.

>>15041163
is this your first car m8?

>>15041178
nope.

>>15041182
well most auto boxes don't like going straight from R to D

>>15041219
This is news to me. I've owned several autos and have never had this issue.

>>15041249
>>15041219
>>15041163
Could it be the torque rod?

As long as I make sure to get my coolant replaced before it starts to get below freezing temperatures, I can just top it off with water right?

>>15032611
If your talking about 90s v6 nustangs, I'd look into the 90s camaro and fire birds. The 3.8 Buick engine in them is pretty reliable, and still fun to hoon in if u get a manual gearbox.

>>15041163
Can I get a bump for this?

>>15041295
Where is the torque rod located on the fit? The Honda diagrams I'm seeing don't have any "torque rod" labeled and I can't find anything in the manual about it.

I'm about to try doing some of my own minor body work for the first time, anyone got any pointers? I have some dings to pound out (plunger didn't work), rust spots eating through the body down by the doors, that kind of thing.

Should I use bondo or a fiberglass patch kit? Some people tell me bondo is really amazing, is that true?

>>15041499
It's not recommended, but yeah you should be able to get away with it.

>>15041170
>nobody rebuilds anymore
Is that news to you? It sucks man but that's the way the industry's been for a long time now.

If you need them really cheap, you should buy salvage, or call Napa and ask about those rebuilt ones.

>>15034582
You should really just go get one, they're useful. Doesn't have to be a good one, a cheap one will usually do the job.

How terrible of an idea is it to grab a ASE test guide if I have no intentions on taking any of the tests? I'm mostly just kinda curious if there is any useful knowledge in there that would help me be better at working on my cars.

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>>15037027
My truck is an 05 v8 4.8l Silverado. Was throwing out P0449. It was one for months and now its gone. The plugs were very old as the truck ran rough and was sluggish. New and old plugs. Could it have been the plugs? It uses less gas by a large margin now.

>>15037340
bump

am i an idiot for wanting a Genesis ?
I have an f150 but want a car as well.

>>15042919
Plug looks a bit fowled.


It needed to be replaced. Have you checked your coils too?

>>15044221
They appeared to be okay. I may replace them this weekend. Im assuming the plugs fixed the emmision though

>>15044226
Clean your o2 and throttle body too.

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As far as 1.5 and 2 way LSD's in racing go - Would the locking % be essentially describing the shape of the 'notch' in the pressure rings or the strength of the friction discs in the clutch pack?

Can you import an r33 or r34 into america if it will only be used as a track car?

Should I repair my Celica's clutch and keep it or just trade it in as it is

I dont wanna spend 1k on a shitbox FWD pos, but its still a rare manual 2zz. Theres nothing else interesting below 10k either...Dont know what to do.

>>15044380
Thanks

Would a vacuum leak cause a vehicle to stall while at low RPM's?

>>15044720
Yes
But so cam a lot of other things.

What are all the things I need for a head gasket replacement? Is it just a head gasket and head bolts? Or will I need more?

Are there any brands of oil I should avoid? I don't really care about which is the best I just want to avoid the worst.

>>15044405
The steepness of the notches describe how fast and abruptly the lock happens, the number and thickness of the friction plates describe how strong the lock is.
So, to answer your question, the percentage depends more on the amount of plates

>>15018667
where the fuck do you live?
I could get that car here in canada for like 1000, 1500 if decent shape...
and if you're US with the dollar difference thats nothing man

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>>15016886

Bought some used shocks online. Checked the threading and saw this. It looks like there's threading within the thread.

Should i return it, or will it hold?

>>15045455
Looks like the idiot cross threaded it.

>>15042919
Hey just saw this, I'm who you were responding to.

I doubt those plugs were causing the code, but maybe it's possible.they were certainly due for a change so good on you for doing it, I'm sure your truck thanks you.

Regarding that code, it can sometimes be an issue with the gas cap not being tight, or a leak in the vacuum lines that is used in the evap system. If it comes back check there.

>>15045455
That looks like a helicoil. Means they fucked up the original threads and repaired it. Hard to tell which part of the shock that is from your pic. Could be ok, could not. Depends how much stress it's going to see.

>>15032819
Not if you drive a LAV6.0

My car feels like it has a delay in accelerating.
Sometimes when I'll brake right after accelerating, it'll keep accelerating for like a quarter second. Same thing with coasting.
Takes a tiny bit to initially accelerate (fraction of a second) and accelerates for a fraction of a second after I've taken my foot off the gas, primarily at the high end of 2nd gear. Automatic.

>>15045730
Electronic throttle body?

>>15045455
>used shocks
yup they bought it, fucked it, it doesnt hold and is dangerous. they sold on something that could potentially kill you.

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My Miata shakes violently in the front when I'm going 60 mph - 80 mph. Does anyone know what would be causing it? It's nonexistent until right at 60 mph

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>>15045627
They're on both front shocks. In the part circled in red

>>15045796
Unbalanced wheel

So I'm decent at rev matching on a motorcycle, but I just got my first manual car. When I downshift, this is what I do:
>Put it into neutral
>Blip throttle
>Downshift

It never comes out too smooth. Am I supposed to blip the throttle like on a bike or do I just gradually apply throttle and let out the clutch?

>>15045814
Push the clutch in, shift into the lower gear of your choosing, blip the throttle and let out the clutch.

>>15045814
>How should I increase my clutch wear by 100% to decrease my synchros wear by 10%?

>>15045868
u wot m8

>>15045857
not enough detail. move shifter to neutral, blip throttle, select new gear

>>15045868
ignore everything this dingus says

>>15045896
>Blip throttle before selecting the gear

You can blip it any time before the clutch is engaged.

>>15045896
when the clutch is in it doesn't matter if you're in neutral, in gear or in between gears when you blip the throttle...

>>15045814
You don't rev-match, manual transmissions are designed to be operated by simply clutching in, downshifting and releasing the clutch throughout the life of the gearbox, as evidenced by the complete lack of any mention about revmatching or heeltoeing in any official manual or instruction.
Synchro wear and clutch wear is negligible while downshifting.

Whoever rev-matches with a synchronised trans is just a try hard idiot that uses wear as an excuse to feel like le supreme nostalgic race driver.

>Coolant reservoir tank cracked from high pressures/temperatures
>Coolant will leak if it's hot out, even with car on jackstands, not doing anything
The tank cracked before I had the thermostat replaced, so not sure if replacing the tank with the same standard garbage will be enough. What else in the coolant system could be broken to allow the temperature to rise excessively?

What's the pressure that a cap is supposed to open to let out excess coolant/pressure?

>>15041153
Check your coolant levels and get a new cap.

>>15044437
Yes. It just wont be road legal. Most tracks are okay with that.

>>15044445
Repair it and keep it happy man.

>>15045192
Store brand and quaker state. Any "big brand" oil is fine. Like Pennzoil mobil 1 etc.

>>15046488
Try a different reservoir tank from a different material\brand. I had two hoses that kept cracking and leaking before. After i stopped using oem there was no problem. Just dont go full cheap china shit.

So for the last couple of days my Golf (Mk.3 95) has had the throttle cut out in fifth, under highway load. I'm guessing it is the fuel filter, since it isn't any louder (suggesting the cat) and the cut out is under high power, instead of idle (suggesting throttle body). Going to swap out the filter over the weekend anyway because why the fuck not, does it sound likely to be the cause though? Its fucking odd, I understand aircraft engines fine but randomly my 90s injected engine fucks with me.

>>15046850
Try cleaning the MAF sensor also.

>>15047222
Never looked into the MAF before, I am assuming that I just clean it with some 91% alcohol or something? Or pick up some MAF sensor cleaner from the auto store and spray it with that? I am assuming as it is a sensor I should avoid any contact, so no cotton swabs or rags or whatever.

[spoiler]How the fuck can I have worked on engines since I was a kid, but have hardly touched the engine in a car I have owned for a couple of years apart from routine oil and filter changes and the like?[/spoiler]

My 1983 porsche 944 will turn over but won't start. I have a few ideas about what it could be but I would appreciate if you guys shared your thoughts as to what you think it could be.

>>15047252
I would use maf cleaner because its a sensitive part. Just spray it good and let it air dry.

Ive hardly touched my car as well. It just never seems to need a repair, just maintenance.

>>15047317
Check the plugs for spark amd fuel. If theres no fuel in the cylinder after cranking and its sparking. Its the fuel system. If its not sparking check the plugs and wires, distributor.

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Heard a rumor that the 2017 jeep might be a 4 cylinder diesel or turbo.

Do you think msrp would still start at about $26,000?
Pic semirelated.

>>15047381
Jeep Wrangler*
but you knew that already

>>15047381
4 cylinder turbo diesel. And its going to be starting right around $27k in the US. For the two door base model of course.

>>15047395
Thanks mate. Was going for 16, but with all the speculation I'll probably wait for the 17

>>15047317
>>15047352
This is a good standard way to diagnose no start.

Specific to the 944 (I own an '84), when you crank the car watch for tach needle to bounce. If it doesn't then you prob have a bad crank position impulse sensor. This tells the dme that the crank is spinning and to send spark. There are two of these and they are like $100 USD a pop.

If you are getting spark but no fuel then you may have a failed dme relay. Buy two and always keep one in your glovebox. URO makes a cheap one for under $20 and the Porsche branded ones are nearly $100.

If you post an update to the Porsche general I'll be more likely to see it and can try to help more later. Good luck!

>>15047395
The only diesel engine FCA has for NAFTA region is the 3.0l. Are you sure its going to be a 4 cylinder?

>>15047441
Thanks a lot. I just bought this guy and it's my first porsche and my second car. Will keep you updated

>>15047461
We offer the current jk with a 4 pot diesel. Just not for nafta. The 2017 has been made to fit the zf trans also. I believe both the ecodiesel and the 4 cyl will be available.

>>15047461
Wouldn't say I'm 100% sure. But it's very likely imo. There's been lots of statements regarding the progress of fuel efficiency in SUVs and Jeep is afraid their wrangler might get phased out due to their substandard mpg.

I completely understand why they shouldn't change, the die-hard wrangler community is very loyal to its current specifications. But I feel pressures to increase fuel economy are a primary concern to jeep

>>15047480
I take it you work for them

>>15047486
Thats why i figured they would use the 3.0l like they did with the ram. But i highly doubt a 4 cylinder diesel wrangler will sell in the us.

>>15046731
Most places only have the cheap china oem variety available, and it's such a poorly designed piece of shit. PP with lots of sharp angles, not good for pressure.

I see a lot of metal 'universal' types of reservoirs. I guess those would be fine if I can figure out how to fit one in.

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Can anybody identify what this part was. Brand is Bendix, and at first I thought it was a radio connector but what little I can find makes me think it is an auto part. Possibly is it an air brake valve, or was my original thought correct?

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>>15047762

Pic from the top.

>>15047766
>>15047762
looks like a military type electrical connector but bendix make brake stuff too

>>15047766
>>15047762
Its an air brake valve made into a tie clip.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Gold-Tone-Tie-Bar-Clip-Bendix-Air-Brake-Valve-Unique-Mechanic-Vehicle-/281983968470?hash=item41a78de4d6:g:XkQAAOSwAvJW-a4B

>>15048040

Thank you.

>>15048040
Are you some kind of google wizard?

>>15048471
No but i can kind of google wizard

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>>15016886
>>10361919
So, how up to date is the chart in the OP? I'm just now starting to learn about cars and am trying to get an idea of what i want, preferably something for getting to point A to B, occasionally going out of town, and good on gas.

gonna do a valve adjustment this saturday.

i'm supposed adjust the valves for each cylinder when the piston is at TDC on the compression stroke, right?

>>15048925
that's all everybody who comes here asking the same thing wants

get a civic

I'm fucking done /o/.

Fucking oil filter leaks.
I think the steel surface it mounts to is pitted or warped.

I tightened the fuck out of it and it was solid for a month. Now it leaks on startup again.

I'm fucking red rtv'ing this Nigger on there unless someone has a better idea

>>15018136
There is no difference. An outback is a legacy

My car takes an uncommon tire size. What's better:
>mediocre brand (Kumho), but without any warranty
>Chinese brand (Windforce) with 70k mile warranty

>>15049368
some kumhos are pretty good. depends on the tire

>>15049013
Make sure an old seal isnt stuck on there. See if the surface isnt knicked or dented.

>>15049368
Like
>>15049393
Said, there are good kumho's. The ones i get always come with a warranty too.

how are you supposed to check under carpet for rust when buying a used car?

won't people get pissed if you tried to take up their carpet to check rust? does the inside carpet (not trunk) even come up easy, wouldn't it be glued in?

i'm looking at car tomorrow and it says 'few rust spots' so it probably has a bit of a rust. it's an old car too, and it doesn't snow anywhere near me (even then it's only in mountians usually). though the beach is 15 mins away so it's not really too near sandy coastal area but it could've been before with a previous owner who lived there.

so far i've looked up common rust spots for the model so have an idea where to look. one area which is pretty common is in front passanger area near glovebox/foot/firewall area. but there's carpet under there so don't know how to check

with areas that are carpeted like in the foot areas of rear seats or near sideskirts inside etc. would you be able to tell from looking under the car?

this is just a cheap beater so even if it had a tiny bit of rust, as long as it was in areas not too hard to repair it wouldn't be bad. i want a car to work on anyways so doing that kind of stuff is kind of stuff i want to do... just don't know how it is when you take to mechanics to get registration/safety certificate and how they look at rust repair

Just ordered a brand new 2017 Audi A4 2.0 TDI.

What do you guys think about this car? First non bucket ride I've ever bought (last car was a 97 Toyota Carina wagon, before that a 99 civic DX).

"Chooo" or "Sutututu"?

>>15052531
Nice VW