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Why is Alphonse so gay

Recommend me a smooth and fun car for 6k euro max. Should have 4 seats.
Preferably something that doesn't cost too much in fuel and preferably automatic.
Live in the balkans and german car maintenance is cheaper here so amerifats pls dont spam.
Thinking of the vw golf 5.

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>>16454666
twingo

What are the possible causes for turbo surge? I got a blow-off valve adjusted at it's softest setting and no matter if I drive at 13 or 16 psi I get mad surge from time to time. What else should I try /o/?

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Are 4th gen v6 Firebird's reliable? Specifically engine and 5 speed manual trans. I need the autismal seal of approval before I make a purchase.

>>16454660
Ay buddy, Alphonse is pretty swell in my mind and I bench 300 pounds.

>>16454716
>causes
-A compressor bypass valve is not integrated into the intake plumbing between the compressor outlet and throttle body
-The outlet plumbing for the bypass valve is too small or restrictive
-The turbo is too big for the application

>adjusted BOV
did you adjust the wastegate as well?
did you replace any vacuum lines? did you make them as short as possible?

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>>16454666
get a Roush

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preferred brand of ramps? Rhino from walmart are only $40, its tempting but I dont want to get fucked over.
Do you use ramps and a stand, better question may be how you guys set up before getting under the car, especially on gravel and dirt.

>>16454889
>using ramps
pleb tier, jacks are infinitely more useful
especially for gravel and dirt
>jack up car
>place stands under frame
>can repeat process three times
>can control height of individual stands
>finish placing stands
>give car some nudges
>start work if car doesn't move
>put wheels under vehicle if they are being removed

>>16454738
>pontiacs
>reliable
choose one

>>16454812

>the turbo is too big for the application

Fuck. I heard this once already but didn't believe it and it's the most likely cause. I don't remember the exact measures of the turbine wheels but it is a T3 flanged turbo on a 1300cc engine.

The wastegate is set with a 13psi spring and I got a GReddy EBC connected to it. Vaccum lines everywhere are as short as possible.

Still, thanks for the advice anon!

Can someone recommended me a quality torque wrench?

>>16455042
really can't beat horror freight and their $20 150 ft/lb torque wrenches
>$20, any size drive
>not even beam style
I use a Snap-on that my grandfather gave me
it is my second most prized tool
you can get the one i have off ebay for less than $100 or a new one for less than $200 and the tool will outlive you
>tekton and craftsman are also decent

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>>16454978
>turbo
>1.3L engine

>>16454642
How much does it cost to have a busted front motor mount replaced?

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>>16455391
>what are phones?
>what are quotes?
>what does year/make/model mean?
about treefiddy

>>16455516
>What are birds?

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>>16455516
>asking Yahoo Answers
>not asking an automotive board

>>16455142

Thanks

Alright boys, I've done a fair amount of searching and practicing but I can't seem to find a good answer so perhaps I can get some advice here.

I'd like to become the best I can at shifting, I'm aware practice is imperative however I'd like some input on what I should be focusing on while shifting or practicing. I am able to
>upshift normally
>downshift and rev match normally
>heel-toe normally and rev match
>double clutch upshift
>double clutch downshift while rev matching
>heel-toe double clutch downshift while rev matching

From what I understand, double clutch upshifting is pretty much pointless however double clutch downshifting and rev matching can help save synchros, opposed to just leaving the clutch in and bringing engine speed up before you release it. In addition to this if your engine is high-revving (rotary, etc) in order to keep everything up to speed when changing from 5th to 2nd double clutching is necessary, as with traditional shifting you would need to row through the gears.

My question I suppose in short would be: To perfect my shifting would upshifting normally then d/c downshifting while rev matching be my best bet? Or is all around normal shifting better?
And lastly: any advice on what to keep in mind while practicing would be appreciated. Thanks in advance for your time anons

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>Nearly hit a kangaroo
>hard braking from 80km to 10km
>Smoking front right brakes

I did the brakes a month ago, only replaced the backs because the front had plenty of meat. I get an ABS warning light and just drive it like it doesn't have ABS, if it were the front right sensor that's broken would that cause it to heat up more than the others?

Also while doing the brakes I couldn't flush the front lines.

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I have an idea for a car project but I'm not entirely sure if it's feasible.

I love the bland look of stock JDM S13 Silvias, but I don't love it enough to want to cough up thousands of dollars to import one. How easy would it be to put a Silvia front fascia on a 240SX coupe it and convert it?

>want more aggressive exhaust sound for my Mustang
>don't want to be that dick with the obnoxious and loud car
>car is already loud enough with the stock exhaust

What are some ways to determine what kind of exhaust I should be looking for?

Is AZ a good place for cars

>>16454670
but thats even a bigger meme than miata

Found an Audi A4 of 2005 (2.0 diesel automatic) for a little bit less than 7000 euro. It has 165.000 km on it. Is that too much for an Audi? Say he has done regular maintenance over the years is that still too much and will for sure cause me problems in the future?
I live in Albania so the maintenance prices are different and I could pay for small stuff from time to time but don't want it to break down on me.

I'll post the same question from last thread since it seems nobody answered.
I want to buy a repu since I'm going to be building a cabin over the next few summers and need a pickup. Anybody here that owns one? I'll be using it to haul stuff but nothing over the top. Btw I know a rotary in a pickup is 100% stupid but I really feel the urge to get one.

Do modern cars still use vacuum lines?

>>16456457
>>16456646
>>16457166
Yes, to all of you

whats a non shitbox that a 6'6" guy can fit in without issue, budget around 80k
no convertible pls

What's a good way to remove a stupid philips head fastener that's stripped to shit? It's really tightly wound in the hole too so it's hard to even move the goddamn thing.

does any one trist Valvoline? i can't change my oil due to HOA rules, also its fucking cold outside, and i have a $7 off coupon for their synthetic oil change service.

>>16454666
1995 VW Passat, use the spare money to turn it into a sleeper.

>>16457624
Carefully use a Drexel or cutting wheel to cut a slot in the head for a flathead.

Or use heat around the base and try to get vice grips around the head.

Or maybe drill into the head until it pops off.

Watch some yt vids to get some ideas

>>16458153
*dremel

>>16457624
take a dremel, file, or hacksaw blade and notch the screw head for a flathead screwdriver

>>16458016
>valvoline as a product
it's fine
>valvoline as a quick lube service
I would rather change my own oil in a wal-mart parking lot

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>>16456550
that's called a Sileighty
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sileighty

>>16458182
>I would rather change my own oil in a wal-mart parking lot
I can see why. They did a quick inspection of things for me though, being a newfag to /o/ and teaching myself how to into cars though the information was useful. Also a tire rotation because why not

>inb4 pepboys

Two days ago I had two flat tires that couldn't be repaired (front passenger and rear driver).
Bought two tires to replace them, they put the newer tires on the rear axle but now the old (now the front) ones are flat too.

Am I wrong for putting up a stink and expecting them to fix it?

>>16458430

I think he's actually talking about making a U.S. S13 notch with a Silvia front end, as I think all USDM S13 came with the pop up lights.

But to answer the question it all bolts on, but front clips can get pricey pretty quick, especially with all the demand caused by the drifting guys.

Is the floater on my fuel pump broken if the needle is sitting way below E? I just bought a project 240sx that doesn't run so I'm not sure where its supposed to sit

Can obd ports just stop working? I occasionally have to wipe the loose gas cap code. I have a shitty scanner so I suspected that it broke, but I tried it on my friends car and it's fine. If it's fucked is it possible to replace the port?

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My gas gauge shows the tank is close to empty with the gas light on. When I stop to buy gas it only lets me pump like six gallons. The gauge will show it's like 40% full when I drive off. And when I tried to 'top it off' it stops immediately.

My tank holds 20 gallons.

Does this mean I'm driving around with a mostly full tank all the time and my gauge is just showing an inaccurate low reading? This has been going on for a few years and this happens at any gas pump.

Is the gauge lying to me or are the gas pumps lying to me?

>>16460550
Could be that the tank vent is obstructed somehow and the pressure rise is making the pump nozzle think the tank is full when it's not even close. Windstars for example had a serious problem with this and in severe cases could take over an hour to actually fill one of their tanks. Similar situations could happen with any modern car.

>>16454642
what does /o/ think about those that namefag what they drive?

>>16460298
Replace fuse?

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what do you call this type of seat?
I wanna buy a cover for it
its from a first gen Tundra
all the covers I see are for normal "detached" style seats

It seems that Mazda3s from around 2010 seem to suffer from premature clutch failures. Is this something that is typically rectified after putting in a new clutch, or is it something else causing wear on it that would cause premature failure repeatedly?

Will i get raped by repair costs if i buy a volvo or is this just a meme my family is telling me?

>>16461116
Split bench

My car needs 5W20, but I was told that I can use 5W30 oil just fine and that it's better for the winter anyway since it's thicker over the 5W20. Is that true or is it all bullshit

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Want a light cheap truck that can go offroad. Don't wanna pay the Taco Tax. Is Ford Ranger gud? Other suggestions?

How does one go about renting a garage.
Self storage places don't let you work on your car there, and I've check craigslist. Closest is renting a shitty house with a garage. But I just want one for a couple weeks maybe longer.

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>>16461501
Isuzu Faster (Chevy LUV), Isuzu P'up

Mitsubishi Mighty Max (Dodge D50)

if you are lucky enough to find the diesel versions of either of those, they are god machines. Rangers are p good too and are more available.

the Nissan D21's are hit or miss.

>>16461501
Ford ranger is great in my opinion.
Easy enough to work on, parts aren't that expensive.
Late 90's early 00's tho. Also don't forget the mazda badged version. It's the same truck but sometimes people sell the mazda one cheaper.
Other one to look at is nissan trucks. The no name ones.

>>16454738
They have the 3800 which is near indestructible. I'd save for a v8 if I were you though

>>16461482
>>16461482
Thinner in winter.
There's a chart in your owners manual, and one in your repair manual.

>>16454666
Twingo, Volks city. Car are expensive in Europe. Why not move to Canada, life is a lot less expensive. In Canada you can get a Hyundai Accent 2013 for 2500euro (a lot better than a twingo or any volks including Golf).

>>16461526
Just gotta find the right place. I work in front of my 10x10 unit sometimes. My landlord people don't really care. I'm always nice and pay cash on time every month. If you can't find a setup like that, get a 10x30, pull the car in and close te door. No one can see you working, done that plenty if times.

>>16454738
Any GM is a 50 50 lotto ticket, the head gasket or intake gasket can blow anytime after 50000mile.

>>16461526
Work in the street or in your parking, its free and not illegal.

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>>16461228
if you can't wrench don't get one
t. got mine for $200 because PO was quoted $2500 to fix

>>16461648
What do i need to know?
Was looking at a v70 or maybe an xc90

>looking for first car
>parents loaning me the money since i'm a broke collegefag
>has to be something they approve of
>still want something that's either fast or fun to drive, know i'm probably not gonna get both
What are some fast and/or fun to drive cars that don't look like toys or sports cars?
Basically I'm looking for a cheap sleeper at around $4-5k
So far on craigslist I've found a '96 Taurus SHO and a '99 Volvo s80 with the 2.8l twin turbo, both for slightly over two grand, and an '81 Chrysler Cordoba for just under three.

>>16461778
>either fast or fun to drive
Geo Metro?
That's fun, at least. And economical.

>>16461778
>Basically I'm looking for a cheap sleeper at around $4-5k

police cruiser

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>>16461677
confirm timing belt and water pump were changed in the past two years
confirm PCV system was serviced or replaced within past year
make sure ball joints and control arm bushings are good
test MAF sensor
inspect rear delta link bushings
check struts and motor mounts
make sure heater core and hoses have been replaced in the past 5 years
most of these parts are pretty cheap (except MAF sensor) but the labor for most of them is more than two hours
>the ABS unit will not work 90% of time, this is a factory flaw
if you can solder see pic related

Anyone know how long a 2000 BMW z3 2.5l will last mileage wise if properly maintained?

>>16461778
get an mr2
ur parents are lame if they say no

>>16461571
Considering getting a unit and just saying fuckit.

>>16461612
It is illegal for me. Not to mention weather.

>>16461883
Well thats a lot of things i would have to look up. So most of the volvos are expensive thing comes from paying someone to work on it not the actual cost of the parts themselves?

https://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/cto/5949142614.html
>Should I buy this?
>How difficult would it be to replace the bumper and radiator?
>Is there anything else that's obviously broken that isn't cosmetic?
>What are ways to tell if it has a CVT or Automatic besides the way it drives?

>>16462078
short answer: yes
long answer: volvo parts are not that cheap compared to other vehicle parts and this can compound repair bill costs (stocking and/or shipping plus markup fees are also applied to shop parts FYI), but their parts are quality and usually have longer service life
>exception is the pcv system
>hard to get to, makes vehicle smoke if clogged
>multiple hoses to fail
>expensive and time consuming to replace
not a big deal to get to yourself if you have a weekend, a basic socket set and $100 for parts, but add two hours of shop labor and suddenly the price can triple

>>16462148
Im not scared to do it myself as long as it's something i can look up and fix with basic tools. what models should i look at and are there any that can handle light offroading better than others?

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>>16462194
>light offroading
xc70
you do not want an 850 or v70, they have very exposed oil pans made of aluminum.
a 740 ould not be a good choice either due to weight unless >16462088
as counterintuitive as it sounds i'd recommend a 240 if you want dead simple off road reliability over performance, see pic related
>740 is too pigfat
>850/v70 is too vulnerable without metal skidplate
the xc70s haldex AWD isn't the hottest tho
remember to fill it up every 30,000 miles

how much to pay for flywheel resurfacing?

>>16462227
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/5943601770.html
So something like this would be good?

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>>16462248
>greate family vehicle
I guess
I think these have chinese vtek so extra power
I would look for an earlier pre 2002/non p2 chassis myself
>p80 brick chassis is best chassis

So about two weeks ago I overfilled my car with too much oil(yeah, im an idiot I know). As soon as I got on the road huge plumes of smoke were coming out of my exhaust and my car would barely accelerate, I whipped it into the nearest parking lot and had it towed to jiffy lube where they sucked out the excess oil and let it idle (with periodic revs) until the exhaust was no longer putting out smoke.

I've noticed that since then my car seems to be sluggish about picking up speed, I really have to put pressure on the gas when I want to get up above 45 mph. I'm not getting any check engine lights or temp issues. What could the problem be?

>>16462236
prices vary by region, but $50 is pretty average
>about the same price to get a cylinder head resurfaced

>>16462265
my guess is sounds like a vacuum issue;
you still have too much oil in the crankcase
>need space for a vacuum
or it got into your vacuum lines/pcv and clogged them

>>16462264
Just from an aesthetics point of view?

>>16462286
sounds like an expensive fix. fuck.

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>>16462293
>pcv valves are usually less than $10
>vacuum lines are like $1/ft
so expensive, an/o/n

>>16462287
they're easier to work on, have slightly cheaper parts and more aftermarket, and that boxy look is killer.

>>16462265
You should check your spark plugs, they are probably dirty as fuck and baked with burned oil, the mechanics should have told you about it instead of just sucking out the excess oil and call it a day

How do you own multiple cars without being gutted by insurance?

Why don't people drive convertibles In Soca anymore? Like when did people stop driving them? They are perfect for this place.

Need a comfy DD suv or van with
Leather
Heated seats
Used under 20k
Reliable
Its for my stepdad, hes looking to replace his 300 because its too low for him to get in and out of.

I suggested lexus rx model should be where they start looking. Anymore?

>>16458016

Change your oil in the garage.

Anyone have a 1972 or older Cadillac convertible they wanna sell?

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>>16454889
>>16454937
ramp and jack plebs

>stop being poor and buy a hoist

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How can I get my body panels to be glossy again? Only the front panels are glossy, the rest are more matte

What product should I use to clean lights marks on my fabric seats and plastic dashboard?

UK available products only plz

My car doesn't have a temperature guage
How do I know its temp?

>>16463796
If you're good at it Resolve carpet cleaner works well. It foams on contact so you don't want to let it set in too long. I recommend spraying it, wiping off the excess, scrubbing with a brush, then using a shopvac to get any excess moisture. It worked quite well on the headrest of my beige cloth seats.

What is the best used car search website

>>16458016
>HOA
Move.
Only an idiot would move into a HOA

>>16459159
How old are the tires, why are they flat, how would it be there fault?

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1993 Toyota 4Runner:

Over time my wipers lost the ability to modulate the speed. Intermittent, slow, and medium (1st 3 clicks non-functional. The 4th click, which should be maximum speed, goes at half speed. Also at a later point in time the wipers no longer reset to the bottom of the windshield, so I have to use perfect timing to get the to stop right at the bottom of the windshield. Any simple things worth trying to fix this?

>>16463785
Bring it to a body shop and have it polished

I have a question for any beetle fag that might hang around here.
There is this guy at my uni with a Beetle 1600. He keeps going how is modded and how it pushes over 110bhp.
I don't know much about the engine and I can't really be bothered to read hundreds of forums.
I remember he said he replaced intake, headers, exhaust, carb and camshaft.
Is there any chance he can make almost 3 times the power the engine was pushing stock with these mods only?
I imagine the internals would just shit the bed.

>>16464424
its not as strict as other HOA, they generally let you do anything not involving fluids, and no issues with flags or things along those lines. Also I dont have to pay them. Its just there as a way to weed out the druggies down the road.

>>16465262
Sure, they used pretty much the same engines in Porches and they made around about that much power.

>>16465292
Dude are you retarded? The 1.6 from Porsche have different bore and stroke. Also it made around 60 hp.

>>16465262
In the early 00s I made a buggy out of an old beetle with a couple of friends. After a similar list of mods we dynoed it for fun and it was making just under 89 hp.

good website for low priced car parts? Specifically motor mounts.

So I really like Rally cars lately mostly from games and videos. Is there a place to try them out irl for normies to just rent out a car and drive on a track or something

>>16465262
>Is there any chance he can make almost 3 times the power the engine was pushing stock with these mods only?

if he is, he essentially has a gasoline cooled engine.

>>16465727
>How to get into rally cars
1. buy FWD shitbox for $500
2. trailer it out to the desert/innawoods
3. drive it like you are trying to break it
4. break it
5. figure out why it broke
6. fix it so it doesn't break anymore
7. repeat steps 2-6 till you have a rally car. start at step 1 if you nuke it beyond feasible repair

>>16465727
Look up rally events for begginers in your area.
Buy FWD shitbox that meets the rules.
Make sure the POS is somewhat solid and won't shit the bed.
Strip the interior and mod it to pass the safety inspection (usually just a rollcage and fire extinguisher).
Drive it like is stolen.

>>16465762
I don't know why but this made me kek a little

>>16455529
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfvEgWINUFc

>>16463803
>no temp gauge
you can install an aftermarket one, or if your car is obdII you can use the torque app with a dongle
>probably not post '96 tho if no temp gauge

>>16464782
have you checked the wiper fuse?

>>16465530
rockauto.com
or try amazon

>>16457464
>>16456457
Yes, faulty ABS would cause one brake to heat up more than the rest?

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>>16454642
what's up with those fog lights?

I feel really hesitant about getting a car that is essentially 10 years old. It looks really clean but it's my first car so I dunno how much the dealership will try to fuck me over if it's a lemon. Do I just go to some mazda dealership afterwards for maintenance or do I just go anywhere (i have no mechanic connections)

>>16465965
compared rock auto to oreilly, saved $200 for engine/trans mounts. Thanks Anon

Okay, i didnt want to start a thread about this. So i hope i get an answer.

I recently purchaced a honda civic and fixed it up pretty nice over the months. It has new steering and front suspension as well as a fresh alignment.

Heres the problem, it still pulls to the right. Hard. I think the problem is that the back passenger tire is an r13 and the rest are r14s. Will my car finally drive correctly if i get the right wheel and tire put on? Or is my problem elsewhere?

>>16454660
With a name like Alphonse, he has to be gay.

>>16467640
What're the tire sizes?
Some 13s and 14s match up for diameter, like the 155/80-13 and the 185/60-14.

Have you jacked the rear end up and given the wheels a spin?
When you replaced the front suspension and steering rack, did you replace the tie rods? Lower control arm bushings? Strut mounts?

Does anyone know why my 92 Ford ranger sounds like the power steering fluid is low endlessly. When im driving straight, turning, reverse anything it sounds like thst whining noise. I've read they are just loud but it seems excessive. Fluid is topped up, tried Lucas leak fix crap dame results. Would having the pump replaced fix the issue or the whole rack and pinion? Not looking to spend that much if so.

>>16468195
No, its the rims that are different. And the 13 is noticeably smaller than the others.

I replaced all of those things with a full kit i bought online.

I havent spun the rear wheels yet, but im going to be doing some tests tomorrow. Ill rotate the tires around and see if it changes the handling at all, and gather results from there.

Any other suggestions?

>>16466693
Am I missing something here or is your problem that the foglights are yellow?

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what car is this

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>>16468953
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>>16468953

Dodge Stealth in USA, Mitsubishi 3000GT in UK

Why does the GM 3800 V6 and the engines closely related to it have such a unique sound?

I just failed my driving test out of the parking spot while reversing. I couldn't see a fast passing car before the test instructor saw it.

What the hell do I do next time? I was looking back (hand on left seat) but never realized how bad the blindspot is on my right (never mind that the corner sight is also blocked by another car).

>>16469785
You have your mirrors, use them.
I never use that position when backing up unless I'm backing into a very close obstacle and I have to see directly how close I am (I don't have parking sensors). The blind spot is just too big.

If i'm backing up straight i just sit normally and use my mirrors, if i'm backing into a place where cars may come from the sides i do the same, plus shoulder checking for incoming cars.

I never understood the people who turn around every time they back up, the mirrors do a way better job IMO

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My dad has a ~1985 Chevy IROC-Z in his garage and I'm wondering if it's a good car?

He put a fuck-ton of work into it when he was a bit younger but now he has let it sit in the garage and I don't believe it works anymore

Would it be worth while to try and learn how to into cars with my dad and try to fix his old IROC?

>>16468961
There are 3000gt's in the US too, friend. Actually the Mitsubishi version is far more common then the Dodge.

Is there a way to check the pad thickness on drum brakes?

>>16469916
not unless you feel like taking apart a puzzle to get to the actual "pads"

>>16469850
>You have your mirrors, use them.
I would have lost points on "Fails to look around / to rear before / while backing" if I relied on my mirrors. I was using my mirrors only to see my rear tires.

I don't know how much the mirrors would have helped either since I was looking at the back and didn't even see the car very clearly as it passed (passed within half a second or something).

Test instructor saw it though so I must have been doing something wrong.

My MK4 Golf has recently started having some trouble shifting into first while the car is moving. Sometimes it's fine, other times it feels really bad. Does this mean my synchros are worn out? Does it matter? Can I do anything about it that isn't $$$?

>>16470098
>Can I do anything about it that isn't $$$?

Yes, Stop shifting in 1st when you are moving

>>16470098
You should never shift into first if you are moving.
From experience I can tell that a Mk4 Golf will allow you to easily shift into 1st if you are rolling at 1-2 MPH but anything faster is very taxing.
Please stop being a retard and stop blaming the cars for you driving mistakes.

>>16469924
You don't have to disassemble it, just remove the drum. It (theoretically) slides right off once you remove the wheel. In reality you'll have to pull on it and jiggle it and spray penetrant and torch it for an hour until it finally comes free. But you don't have to take apart any of the hardware to check the pad thickness.

>>16469956
When it comes to backing up and/or parallel parking. This is what I was taught way back when I was in driving school.
First you use your mirrors to see anything you can. Sometimes its good to give a slight adjustment to one of the mirrors before you start the car, it makes the tester feel good.
Followed by using your mirrors first to look for anything in their line of slight. If you turn your head towards the mirror you're using it lets them know you're actually looking at the mirror instead of just glancing at it.
THEN you turn your head, both left and right, especially since thats what they want.
It only takes a few seconds to do both of these things.

>>16470098
>shift into first while the car is moving
There is no reason this should ever be necessary. The only reason first exists is to start you moving easily from a complete stop.

>>16470156
what about while you're moving?

I was already halfway into my motion when the passing car appeared out of the corner. I had just stopped for another passing car so my guard was already down admittedly.

>>16469869
YES

>>16468290
try a different fluid
>get a turkey baster from Dolla Holla
>suck out as much as you can
>refill
try type F ATF, it's a little thinner and the pump may have better luck moving it around

>>16470136
>>16470149
>>16470170
Hm never knew this was bad for the transmission. My mum never told me when she taught me stick and it wasn't mentioned in any of the YT tutorials I watched. The only time I shift to first while moving is when I'm about to stop at a stop sign, guess I'll stop that now.

>>16469850
Dont do this. If you reverse using the mirrors you will almost guaranteed be failed. Do as you do but every time you inch forward make sure check your surroundings before you continue. Just whatever you do dont use the mirrors to reverse.

>>16469785
Also, when you check your surroundings is when you can check the mirrors. But dont look at them while you reverse.

How hard/expensive would it be to fix this to make it drivable if the blown headgasket is all that's wrong with it?
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/5942328259.html
Would it even be worth it and can i do it myself?

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>>16470996
damn that's low miles, I'd do it just for parts but I already have an 850 Turbo
>*** Blown head gasket***
problem with this is if the headgasket blew it's an aluminum cylinder head so it's probably warped and needs to be resurfaced
>also more expensive to check aluminum heads for cracks, can only magnaflux iron heads
also it has the worst OE alloy wheel design possible
>lost time and interest
this worries me, but worse case you have to get a junkyard head to replace the blown one, the block is probably fine with so few miles
>protip: it's never "just a blown headgasket"
>make sure the heater core or hoses didn't explode and nuke the block
>they are well know for doing this

>>16471033
Ah that sucks. I was hoping i could just spend a couple hundred and do it myself and have myself a car. Ah well thanks anon.

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>>16471047
you can do the actual install labor yourself
the hardest part is reinstalling the timing belt.
I highly recommend you take it to a machine shop and not slap a questionable head on it however.
ask if the seller has already checked/resurfaced the head or if he knows it's a good head, and then it will be cheap.
>probably bought it thinking he could rebuild the head for more power, but the main weakness for the engine is the connecting rods, autotrans, and exhaust
>head flow is bretty gud

>couple hundo
more like $200-300 to check it for cracks and resurface it
if it's bad, junkyard heads are around $80-100 depending on if you take the cams as well (you can probably reuse the old ones unless they're badly worn)
then another $50-100 for head gasket, goo, and new head bolts to install
>tl;dr- if you can verify the head is good you can just reinstall it for a few hundo

Is there any reason I shouldn't buy a Mark VIII other than auto and possible slew of small defects because luxury car? There aren't many options for rwd v8 coupes under $5k that I'm into.I realize that small issues are going to add up, but I'm optimistic enough that I probably won't blow my budget considering the average price of a Mark VIII.

Either that or considering getting a Foxbody notchback, which aren't typically found around my price range.

>>16471123
>ask if the seller has already checked/resurfaced the head or if he knows it's a good head
No seller would fucking know. He's selling it because he doesn't want to deal with the head gasket himself. If he could answer those questions he'd be fixing it.

imagine this scenario. won't name brands/models to avoid a fanboi war

>Need a truck for work
>no need muh 10,000lb towing package, but I'd like a comfy truck since I'm 6'3 and drive a lot
>Option A) old Toyota gas guzzler. Reliable as fuck, easy to maintain, comfy. Very good condition given its age. Chances of catastrophic failure are very low
>Option B) Smaller American truck. Might explode next week, might last me for years. Cheaper on gas. Not as comfy

My line of thought is that the extra MPGs I can get from the smaller Murican truck might be offset by the fact that said truck are known for either being mildly reliable or total lemons. So, even though I will be spending more on gas on the Jap truck, it might make more sense since it is almost guaranteed it will outlive the murican truck. I'm self employed so I can write off my gas

tl;dr: Is taking into account potential mechanical issues a good argument for getting a reliable gas guzzler over a potentially shittier but cheaper on gas truck?

>>16471209
>underestimating the laziness of POs
he pulled it off so he would know if it's been tested and resurfaced or not; it's a slim chance but it's still a chance
also it's free to ask you salty fuck
take your cavalier and GTFO

>>16471222
I'd go with the yota

I want some used car but it's a boring grey color.

Provided I end up loving it and keeping it for at least 5 to 10 years, would it make sense to repaint it eventually when the paintjob would probably cost as much as the car itself?

>>16470198
you get used to it over time, I had a lot of trouble with turning my head while driving. I don't usually check the passenger side but thats mostly because i ride on the far right lane.

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Why do antique cars have the Mercedes Benz 3 pointed star in their headlamps?

If you're buying from a private dealer, like craigslist or whatever, and they want cash, does that mean I actually need to bring a couple thousand dollars cash?

This is gonna sound like a dumb question, i'm sorry, i'm young, this is the first car i've bought not from a dealership.

The splash guard on my 06 RSX came unbolted and was dragging the ground which tore it so it's all fucked. Should I just rip it off or go get it replaced? How much will such a mundane repair cost?

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>>16471683
The three metal points hold up a mirror that reflects light emitted by the front of the bulb to the mirror on the back which makes the light into an actual beam as opposed to radiating out the front and uselessly blinding everyone and not illuminating the road.

The use of 3 is probably a stylistic choice, and seems to be coincidental.

>>16472061
Oh, that's pretty cool. I wasn't aware that early lights had the mirror separated from the bulb. Thanks for taking the time anon, I really appreciate it.

>>16454660
Gay..., or European?

>>16470857
I just roll up to the stop in whatever gear I was previously cruising at, and put the clutch in before the engine starts to stall. Then into neutral or first depending on how long the light is, once I've stopped. You don't need to downshift when slowing down unless you'll need to speed up again in short order.

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Anybody know if foxbody struts will fit a tempo?

>>16454642
how do you learn how to do custom bodywork and paint

>>16472048
Pls halp
Is this stupid plastic necessary?

>>16472787
it's more really of an "air diverter" and helps keeping the air flowing smoothly through the engine bay. no its not necessary, but someone in the engineering department thought it was. I'd just go get a used one from craiglsit or a junkyard. Go OEM if you cant find it.

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how can i get into cars without looking like a fucking idiot

Does mid range Lexus have the same general reliability of Toyota?

Where should I buy a good set of dial calipers? Is a digital read worth the investment?

>>16473750
Lurk on this board, watch youtube videos, go to car meets and talk to people. To be honest nobody really judges you if you don't know things, it's only when you pretend to know shit when you really don't that people start calling you out

My seatbelts dont retract unless the door is open, and the buckle isn't stiff like most cars, should I replace the buckle?

>>16473750
>>16473797
I think he means physically. Like, how can he enter his car without looking stupid. I suggest facing away from the car, sitting down on the seat, and then turning to face the wheel once you are seated.

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I want to lower my car an inch or two. Do I need anything like new springs or something?

>>16474200
blowtorch and time.

>>16474200
hockey pucks bro

Can you retrofit a key fob to an old car? I have power locks on an old supra, but I have no clue how to wire that up. Are there places that do this or do I just have to dig around and break out my multimeter?

I've been looking for a car to get me to and from college and work. I live in bumfuck nowhere and there aren't a lot of great options for used cars around here. I did notice an '04 Cavalier LS Sport that looks like it could be worth checking out, though.

I know next to nothing about cars and absolutely nothing about this particular car. What are the pros and cons of Cavaliers? I know my mechanic personally and plan on talking to him about it if I end up taking interest in the car, but I'd like some basic info to see if it's even worth considering.

I'm having some electrical problems with my 82' Volvo 245. The windows stopped rolling down and my blower motor is shot as well. Could I jerry rig with windows to run off of a AA battery pack and throw some computer fans in my dash to get the heat out into the vents?

>>16474396
You should get your hands on the workshop manual for that car so you can look at the wiring diagrams and see if you have everything.
Once you have the diagram, setting up that stuff should be super easy.

On old cars it's just one or more antennas spread around the cockpit, lock motors and not a lot of wirings.

You can probably figure out the wiring yourself since you don't have to bother with CANbus and all that stuff.
It's probably going to be something like.
- constant 12v to antennas
- constant 12V to motors
- grounds for everything
- wires from antennas to motors
Or
- wires from antennas to control module and from there to the motors
Or
-Wires from antennas to relay and from there to motors
Or
-Wires from antennas to control module to relay to motors
- both power supply properly fused

Having a proper wiring diagram is obviously best

>>16474644
Window motors use a lot of juice, I don't know how long that will.last with such a battery pack.
Computer fans are absolutely underpowered for that application. Have you seen how big is the fan in your car? You can probably find a cheap one at a scrapyard

>>16474676
True. I'm just trying to rig this garbage so that I don't have to do actual work. It was dirt cheap and I'm trying to put minimal money in.

>>16474683
I think the windows all route to the drivers master switches, so I that would be the first place I would check if all the windows stopped working, get the greenbook off kjet.org

Might be a fucked ground

>>16474668
Are there places that specialize in this, just to minimize the damage I could do to the wiring?

I'd risk it if it was on a car I didn't care about

>>16474770
Where I live there are places that specialise in electric/electronic work on cars, don't know if it's the same where you live.

Traditional mechanics are usually accustomed to some electric jobs here and there so they might not be completely clueless, I guess any places that is not ran by some old fossil that thinks electronics will cause the fall of society will be just as good.

The job you want to do is pretty basic anyway, it just needs time because dropping new wires is not exactly a quick job and there may be some invasive tear-down of some trim pieces around the cockpit so labour costs might be high.

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>>16469916
>>16469924
>>16470151
They're called shoes on drum brakes.

That bit of pedantry out of the way, sometimes there's an inspection hole on the backing plate. There's usually a little rubber plug in it, and most of the time the hole is useless.
As for taking the drum off, chances are you'll have to back the shoes off because they wear a lip at the edge of the drum.

Pic related, brake shoe adjustment

To those who are mechanically suave when it comes to cars, where did you learn? I want to replace my headers and exhaust, but I feel as if this is too big of a project for a complete newbie. Is it possible to just simply watch youtube DIY videos and learn like that?

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>>16460550
Your gas float is probably fucked up.

>>16474973
Changing parts is a matter of situational awareness and not being an idiot with your tools.

Depending on your engine configuration, changing headers might be relatively simple.

When you are faced with something new to replace, you have to first stop and look at where the piece is bolted.
Look at all the possible places where the piece might be linked to other pieces. For your headers, chances are you will have, at most, two nuts per exhaust port on the cylinder head and two to four bolts (or, less likely, a metal clamp) on the other side, where it connects with the catalytic converter or a flexible pipe.

Next thing to do is to find a safe and comfortable way to reach those fasteners and to identify obstacles that prevent you from removing them. Is there a metal plate covering the whole exhaust manifold and you can't see anything? You have to remove it first. Is there a sensor bolted to where the headers join together? You need to remove it first or disconnect it from its wiring harness so you can remove it later. Is there a battery preventing you from reaching those two last bolts? Remove it and see if the situation improves, keep removing obstacles until you have clear road ahead.

Sometimes it might be best to be a little bit cramped than having to do a lot of stuff just for the comfort of reaching a bolt easily. Water pipes, for example, are too much of a hassle to remove (you have to drain coolant, spill shit everywhere and then bleed the whole system when you are done) so they are best left alone. Generally, anything containing fluids should be avoided unless it's absolutely necessary.

Use the right tools and prepare yourself for some rusted to shit bolts, so get yourself some WD40 or equivalent.
You may or may not have to work under the car, are you equipped with a jack and some jack stands?

Finding a good video of someone doing the same job might help, even if it's on a completely different car.
Don't be afraid, learning to wrench is fun

>>16460550
Could this be a jeep Cherokee? Either way it's the float that's fuckin ya like >>16475058 said


>>16456457
Possible your caliper slides aren't letting the cylinder press the pads to the rotor evenly. Means the back is prolly rubbing a bit or not returning after applying brakes..

Try greasing the bolts/pins that mount the caliper to the bracket.
Or you could have a collapsing brake line?

Rust treatment

I've got some minor rust bubbles on my miata and I'm wondering what the best course of action is? Can I do it myself?

I assume they are formed due to rust under the paint, might be wrong however.

>>16475697
>Scrape bubbling paint
>Find rust
>Grind rust away
>All the rust
>Like don't even think about leaving a tiny speck of dust
>Clean
>Apply paint again

>>16475711
Ah thank you anon.

Are there any other errors a newbie might make except for not removing all the rust, which would lead to a crappy result?

>>16475731
>Are there any other errors a newbie might make
Yes, not finding all the rust
Scrape more paint than necessary if it looks like rust is extending beyond the bubbles

>>16454642
A scraping/grinding sound from drivers side front wheel. Google says it's shit caught in-between my brakes, a bent heat shield, worn brakes, or bad bearings. The sound comes and goes. I heard it this morning when driving (vehicle really cold), didn't hear it just now when I drove back (vehicle slightly warmer). Vehicle is a 1999 Dodge Dakota SLT. V6 model, no mods. 118k miles.

Any /o/tists got advice on what else it might be and possible troubleshooting methods?

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>>16475745
this was originally a bubble about the size of a quarter, turned out much bigger when i got to sanding

>>16475904
>shit caught in-between my brakes
Give it a good wash with pressurized water, next step would be to take your wheel off and inspect the brakes

>bent heat shield
You can push your heat shield back with a long screwdriver or similar long object directly from outside of the wheel, no need to remove anything

>worn brakes
Not much you can do besides inspecting them

>bad bearings
Get up to speed, do some long turns in both directions and see if the noise increases when turning.
If it increases when turning right, then you have a bad left bearing and vice versa.

See what test is easier for you to start with. Keep testing until you find the culprit.

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With an E36 316i (like pic related)

What suspension can I use from another BMW to get the maximum lift possible.

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>>16474515
>cavaliers
absolute shit
it's the Chevy imitation of a Civic if it was made by Soviets
>140 hp 2.2L I4
>3,000 lbs
>GM reliability
for reference a Volvo 850 NA weighs about the same and makes 168 hp from a 2.4L I5

>>16474644
have you check the wiring loom for rotted wire insulation? they're known to go bad on the mid-80's models because they were made from eco-grooby materials
>'82 is a little early for this problem but you never know

>>16476154
>inspect brakes
Well that's what I'm planning on doing after a quick drive. Right now I think it's bearings because I usually start hearing it at 40+ mph and IIRC bearings are a common issue with 99 dakotas. Noise does get worse when turning.

>left bearing
Do you mean drivers side? At least, drivers side in America.

>>16477012
I said left side, regardless of where the driver sits.
If you turn right and hear more noise, the bearing (and I'm using singular because you seem to have already ruled out the rear wheels) on the left side is most likely shot, driver position won't change this

>>16476602
Damn, glad I came here instead of buying it on impulse. Thanks for the info

I ordered a brand new car, recieved it a couple days ago and just noticed three big deep scratches on the drivers door. I dont want to have to just have them fuck it up worse and it also and diamond kote or whatever over it. What should i do? Just go to a good detailer and try to get the dealer to pay? Is that realistic?

>>16455529
not very important

>>16477383
>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJwXdqmZ7_8
>I ordered a brand new car
wut, from like costco or something? otherwise you're a cuck
>didn't inspect vehicle on delivery
>don't want them to fuck it up worse
>being this beta
honestly you should have inspected it the day you got it
the stealership is going to laugh you out the house

Passenger side door doesn't lock, if I hit the button inside the car, it makes the lock "noise," but outside the car anyone can open it.

I opened the panel and to my eye everything seems to be actuating, at least the mechanical levers seem to be. Drivers side is fine, locks no problem.

Could it be the entire solenoid? The fuck happened?

>>16477602
Sounds like something with the lock or handle itself and not the actuator.

Check the linkages to the door handle and lock.

>>16477383
Pictures of said scratches would help.

>>16455844
Depends on your driving style, and what the transmission can take or need honestly.

Double clutching is only needed with worn synchros, or dog boxes.

I revmatch without double clutching on down shift and just normally upshift.

>>16477616
I THINK the car came with an aftermarket alarm. Or as an option from the dealer. Power locks with no fob. Would that affect it?

>>16477673
If its making the "lock" sound and the unlock lever/pin/button on the door is working when you press the electronic lock, then its probably the handle, or keyed lock

>>16477740
How do you mean keyed lock?

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RWD, clutch is busted, I'm assuming the car is in park, weight isn't a problem
If I get one of those dollys and put the rear wheels up on it can I tow it?
aka do non drive wheels on a parked car roll? it's an 80 datsun if that helps

>>16478248
>clutch is busted, I'm assuming the car is in park
Those two things don't go together.

Just put it in neutral or pull the driveline.

>>16477826
The hole you put your key in, ya dingus.

>>16478280
Makes sense, I was over thinking

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How do I test to see if my alternator is fucked? I have a 2003 wrx and sometimes when I go to start it it acts like the battery is low. I got it tested and the tech said the alternator isn't charging as much as it should. What do?

>>16478334
Voltmeter. Make sure the alternator is putting out between 13.8 and 15 volts.

What ever happened to Alaskawks?
I liked his pickup.

>>16456643
just get a catback and b done. not slp

Is it bad if my dad can't drive stick but my mom can?

>>16456643
magnaflow dumps

What's the best way to begin "detailing" a car on a budget? Is the ~$50 Meguiar's kit any good?
I've found I do enjoy washing my car and want to do a better job than the cheap wash mix my dad uses.

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Would this be a good choice for a daily driver? Been driving a shitty automatic for a couple of years and want to upgrade.

http://www.autotrader.ca/a/Volkswagen/Beetle/Nanaimo/British+Columbia/5_30041637_/

So the left headlight on my Mustang doesn't seem to be working anymore. It comes on when I turn on the brights but not on regular light. I disconnected the battery yesterday when I went to the movies and the dome light in the cabin wouldn't shut off (I had a switch on and didn't know). If I remember right both the headlights worked fine before. What should I do here?

>>16479989
Change your bulb

>>16479930
i hope you're joking. There are much better fun/nice cars than a beetle.

>>16479989
change your bulb or look at wiring around it. check fuses

>>16479265
I've heard good things about meguiars kit. get a nice mit, and a few microfibers with it too. First time use the microfibers will have a lot of lint. Throw into washer/dryer for a bit

>>16480125
But it's *turbo*

I mean, you're right, but it seemed to fit my needs of a compact, practical 4-seater. I'm also a bit of a fan of the beetle's profile and convertibles. I'll keep looking.

>>16479156
So long as she's driving your dad's stick and not yours it's fine.

Seriously though your dad is a pussy.

>>16461204
Are most Mazda3s from around 2010 driven by people that don't know how to drive manual properly?

Blew a head gasket in my 2001 Subaru Legacy recently and now it's dumping coolant into the oil. How fucked will my engine block be if I only drive the car a few hours each month?
>alternatively
Can I take the motor out of a '99 Legacy Outback and stick it in my '01 Legacy?

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Is this car retarded?

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>>16481278
>lubricating your engine with coolant oil milkshake
very fucked
>replacing a motor to fix a head gasket
>on a subaru
better learn how to change them now, son

Why do all cars these days look the same, with the same jelly bean mould body work? I'm just looking through older cars, like the 80's and early 90's, and there's just so much more variety back then.

>>16481581
Extremely.

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Whats everyone's experience with DDing an older vehicle?
Is maintenance easier since they're pretty simple compared to modern cars?
I'm specifically looking at 71-72 C10s

>>16481668
I can't replace the head gasket until the spring, but that won't undo the damage done to the engine block anyway.
Just trying to fix it enough to sell the damn thing. I have a 99 Legacy OB sitting in my driveway that I'm stealing parts from, which is why I asked about the motor swap

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>>16481993
It's not that bad, but there are limitations.

Also post here, there's a lot of dudes who have a lot of information on the topic

>>16472312

>>16482114
Alright, thanks man.

Found a clean example of a 2007 Shelby GT500 with only 10k miles on it. Should I pull the trigger? Has 0 accidents.

>>16482159
How much do they want for it?
I'd say go for it if it's cheap. They make great power with simple bolt ons.

>>16482159
Yes

>>16482155
NP famalam. Old trucks are really fun to drive

>>16482165

He's got an aftermarket pulley on it with a tune. The guy is asking for 28000$ but maybe I can bring him down to 27000$. KBB value according to him is 26500$ before aftermarket pulley, air intake and exhaust.

As a 19 year old currently making ~25k a year, would a 350z be a good car to get going fast? Is the aftermarket for it decent?

>>16482094
>being lazy enough to destroy an engine
>not lazy enough to use head gasket in a bottle
i don't get you

>>16482295
I'm a 20 year old making ~34k a year and I have a 03 540i msport and it's not a money pit so far (3 months)
Rage ur dream senpai

>>16482607
>20
>Making ~34k a year

Good on you man, had I not given two years to a dumb bitch who left me I might be up there with you. Hindsight is 20/20 though right?

>>16482591

Why do people make such a big deal about head gaskets? I mean I'm not much of a man with a wrench but looking at it from a theoretical point of view all you need to do is take the engine block off, take off the old gasket, stick a new one on, bolt her in place and you're done. Is it really that much of a pain in the ass?

>>16481959
Increased focus on aerodynamics and safety, convergent evolution, etc.

>>16454642
I just changed my radiator hose and lost a good bit of coolant. Can I just dump more in or do I need to "burp" it to avoid air pockets? Car is a 2006 corolla

>>16482727

I wouldn't even mind if they just did some limited retro run of cars with all the shiny new eco friendly bullshit bits in blocky, classic shells.

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>>16482722
they are incredibly cheap and easy on inline engines.
V and boxer designs, not so much
>not using new head bolts
>not getting the head checked and resurfaced
top kek have fun blowing a cylinder head

>>16482722
I guess it's because when you have it repaired by a shop, they will ask a lot of money because it's objectively longer than most usual maintenance/repair jobs, so it goes all into labour and people might think it's something extremely complicated to do.

Also I suppose people might be scared of opening an engine and using torque wrenches because oh my god what if you get the torque wrong by 1Nm and grenade your engine as soon as you crank it.

That said, you make it seem easier than it is, pulling an engine (which is not always required to change head gaskets anyway) is still a long process that requires great care and tidiness if you want to finish the job using all and the same bolts you removed. To someone who is only used to doing oil and brake changes, headgaskets might (rightfully) seem like rocket surgery.

>>16482741
Bring up my post

>>16482746
I feel the same.
Hell, I'd even go for a revival of some of the better styling form the 90s and early 2000s, or anything other than cars being nigh-indistinguishable aside from badging and grills.

sup guys, new question for this thread

here's my info
>2012
>nissan versa
>1.6L
>winter in nowhere, kansas
>not that bad, weather between 0f and 25f
>car won't start right away
>has been left sitting for weeks at a time due to other reasons
>only way to run is to jump start
>finally install new battery
>still having trouble starting
>still have to jump start

what's the deal? i can only assume something is wrong with the alternator, the starter, or it's just too cold for my car's proper running conditions. i just finished do some runs to not let it sit too long and i don't feel/hear any problems once it's actually running.

Recently I noticed that my car seems to be composed mainly of a mixture of metal and plastic, with some glass and leather. Is this normal?

>>16483692
Usually there's a bit of rubber thrown in, but otherwise yeah that's pretty normal

Does the ECU on a 87 mercury/ford have to be programmed if i were to replace it? or is it plug and play?

>>16483837
Pretty sure you're good to go as long as it's an exact match

>>16483429
>not disconnecting your battery if leaving car for more than 2 weeks
>not bringing your battery inside with you at night
>not turning your headlights on before you crank
i have identified several problems, captain.

If I threw a rod in my 4 banger boosty-car, and want to replace the complete short block (prebuilt), what machine work is required? Do I need to have the head machined?

>>16485536
If you throw a rod you'll be lucky if the head survives.
If it does, though, you'll only need to machine it if it's warped.

tfw your cars check engine light is no longer on
I didn't even touch anything, poor thing probably burned out

>>16482741
Whenever I do something like that I just add some, keep an eye on the temp gage and coolant level, and add more if necessary.

>>16486643
Thanks bro

Nice sports cars to DD? I finished rebuilding an 86 supra and it's fun as shit to drive, very aesthetic pop-ups.

What next? I like the look of c5 corvettes but to me it screams batmobile, might not be very "me" once I actually own it.

Gimme your favorites, bonus points for 1980-1994

>>16486694
If you aren't looking for something with an emphasis on power and just want something that is pleasant to get up and drive every day I'd recommend a Mazda MX-3. You can swap them and make them quicker but probably won't get anywhere near the Supra or Corvette in terms of speed. Handles great though

>>16484960
explain further

>>16486965
I don't really crave an emphasis on power but even just in my old supra I can pace all the mustangs on my roads, most are v6s so it's lolworthy. I thought about mazda and the miata or rx7, but the one had reliability issues for a dd and the other is a fun roadster that just isn't at the top of my list.

Mx3 could be cool, looking at some pictures I can definitely pick it out of a lineup in the average parking lot at least. I'm really partial to clean Japanese interiors and jdm power so I wanted to deliberately break away from that with my next project.

Maybe I'll meet in the middle with a captive import like the starquest, stealth or Eagle talon

>>16487045
3000gt might be a good fit

>>16487081
I wish. Clean 3000gt would be at least 9-11 grand. Similar vehicles can be found in the dodge stealth but I think those are fwd.

A good compromise between those two is actually the Eagle talon with awd, but it's impossible to find the 91 version with pop-up headlights. I know it sounds like I have an idea what I'm looking for already but I've seen or driven (at some point) all the cars I've mentioned, gotta expand dem horizons

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I have a 2002 wrx and there is a rhythmic screech coming from the front right wheel, it gets faster the faster I go. It gets louder the more I put on my brakes. What do you think is wrong?

>>16487045
240sx?

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So my car has a hand full of chips and scratches. I have the touch-up paint from from my local Subi shop, and a fine tipped abrasive (came with the paint bottle) but it's about -5°C outside and I don't know whether that's warm enough to go do the work. It's been as low as -30 for weeks, and this chinookery is probably as warm as the weather is going to get until March, but is that warm enough, do you figure?

Also, the painted is pearlescent. Not sure if that makes a difference.

>>16487262
Something with your brakes. I don't think anyone can say more just with that info though.

>>16487262
wheel bearing or brake issue

>>16487670
I just had my wheel bearings replaced, that's when I started to hear that rubbing sound. Maybe the mechanic messed it up?

>>16454642
Is an eaton m62 for 200 dollars a good deal?

Express wants to charge me $450 parts/labor to replace valve covers + spark plugs and do an oil change

Car leaks oil like a bitch but I've literally never had issues stemming from that. Is $450 reasonable or a complete scam? I never know with these car repairs

Also why the fuck does this Infiniti have something fall apart every 6 months like clockwork? It's been like that since we bought it ~4 years ago

>>16461501
Try a 1st/2nd gen 4runner. They are the same frame as the Yoda trucks and people do off-road in them. Pretty cheap too.

>>16464782
Prob the fuse, could be the wiper motor timing is off as well. Both are pretty easy fixes.

>>16471980
Yes, but cash is a bargaining point. Never pay full price, bring only a hundred or two more than you're willing to pay. Bring a friend, better yet a friend with a gun.

So my winter beater got inspected, was exempt from emissions due to age. So what does that entail? Do they even bother checking for the cat/muffler or is it just exempt from the test itself?

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>2003 Forester XS Premium
>77K mi
>Single owner, clean VIN/title

Dealer has it listed at $6,580. You think they'd go for $6,000? Overall does this seem like a decent deal? This will be my first time buying a car.

>vehicle registered in CT (front and rear plate required)
>moved to FL (rear plate only)
Is it ok to take off my front plate while I drive around florida? I'm gonna be primarily living here so I figure I enjoy the benefits.
Obviously I would be putting the plate back on for when I drive north

>>16488813
yes its fine. but you may be better off just leaving it, in case you cross the state border and realize you forgot

About how much horsepower would the engine produce if the car charted 452rwhp on a dyno?

>>16469741
Firing order.

>>16462782
Discounts man discounts.

Often having two cars on one policy is only 10-15% more than just having one car on the policy.

>>16461890
200k+ but being properly maintained means that the entire cooling system has to be replaced every 40-50k miles, or upgraded.

>>16459159
If you didn't buy the tires that are flat from them, then yes you are being a royal piece of shit for raising a stink over it.

That being said if that shop rubbed you raw, there are plenty more shops out there that you can give your business to.

>>16489046
That's insane. Not you, just the fact in general.

>>16459159
So instead of replacing the flat tires with the new ones, they just moved the rear flat tire to the front and replaced the other rear tire as well?

Yeah, that's retarded, have them fix it.

>>16471980
Yes, but arrange to meet them at a public place, in front of a police station is a good spot.

How can I make my handbrake "looser"? Currently its really fucking hard to get down when its up all the way, and up all the way is the only way it actually stops the car from moving. Its so hard I have to use both arms to press the button and push it down.

Obviously the problem here is that I'm a spaghetti noodle armed piece of shit, but is there anything I can do to the actual car?

>>16489377
They need to be adjusted, in most cars it should only be 4 to 5 clicks up and it should firmly hold the car.

The adjustment method usually consists of taking the rear wheels off, loosening the cable at the hand brake and then using a screw driver to adjust the shoes at the back of the car through a hole through the disc/drum.

The method for your car maybe different so google it.

What was the book i see recommended when someone posts a "just got my first car" thread?

>>16489021
bout tree fiddy

>>16468290
>>16470731

I used a turkey baster to get all the old fluid out into a bottle, it was dark purple. I put in the new fluid and did wheel locks etc its still moaning just as loud. Think the pump is going out ?

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>have AOD mustang
>weather got cold before i stored it
>apparment is in a hill
>put in reverse
>get out of driveway
>brake and shift into drive
>trans slips for a bit before engaging
>have to rev it or it doesnt engage
>happens only when i put it in drive downhill, but not uphill

Fast foward today
>stang was stored in november
>start pickup truck (ranger) without heating it for a bit
>reverse out
>put it in drive going uphill
>slips a tiny bit before engaging


both had correct amount of trans fluid too
local mechanic i know told me the stang transmission was fucked because he saw it shifted hard normally, explained him about the shift kit that was in it (that causes that).
He suggested adding a bit more trans fluid than normal in it...

>>16479930
Don't listen to that other bloke, Beetles can be pretty fun, especially the cabriolets. And as long as it's not an early 2000's model the build will be fairly good. But in all honesty I'd go for a cheaper, zippier Golf.

>>16490293
if you didnt warm it before hand it might just due to cold fluid, personally i wouldnt worry about it, though adding it a tiny bit over the max wont hurt it as far as i know

>>16454642
i want to get a dashcam but would some dumbass break my more-expensive car windows just to nab the dashcam?

I remember this being a thing with leaving GPS units in your car

>>16490773
put it inside something else, like a bobble head if you're worried about it

What would be a good dashcam? I have no idea what I'm looking for.
Some features that would be nice but not even sure if possible:
>multiple lenses, one facing forward the other facing back/to the side or adjustable
>ability to record while the car is off and left in a parking lot or something
>good enough pictures to see license plates/faces

Anything else I should know about dash cams?

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1994 (<-- Important) Firebird 3.4L V6
Obviously, OBD II is not on the car and I can't pull codes like I normally would. Asking for some diagnosis help.

-9 mpg (fuel consumption)
-When idling for ~2+ minutes, check engine comes on followed by a change in exhaust note (skips when the sound changes, becomes deeper)
-Highway speeds for ~2 minutes also cause the above
-City driving produces no check engine light
-Had a fair bit of extra oil in it when purchased 3 months ago (I'd say an extra quart)

I'm guessing an oxygen sensor has gone bad. Chilton's guide does say that the computer will throw up a code if it detects a malfunction after 2 minutes of running.

>>16491813
should clarify, the skip when idling only happens when it changes, it's not continuous.
rumblerumblerumble----rumblerumblerumble.

>>16491813
I assume its TBI and uses vacuum lines for everything
check the EGR valve, oxygen sensor, and TPS. I bet you its one of those three

>>16491813
also go to o'reillys and use their OBD1 reader to pull codes
or if too lazy, jump the two prongs in the data port that are next to each other on the end of a row and have no other neighbors, then turn the ignition to ON and read the codes, and consult "trouble codes" for your engine

>>16488280
Complete scam

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I need a new car. I don't know really a lot about cars but I can analyze data.

I'm looking for a website that rank cars for their reliability, most broken parts, least broken parts etc. I can overlook disgusting design, I just want a car that requires the bare-minimum maintenance and have minimal chances of breakdowns / extra expenses.

I'm from EU.

Thanks!

>>16492352
Corolla. Or really anything Toyota/Lexus. They'll keep going as long as they've got clean oil

>>16492357
I'm not discerning specific models yet, just looking for a website that helps me in the first place with brands or models particularly well built

>>16492352
http://www.jdpower.com/cars/awards/Vehicle-Dependability-Study-(VDS)-by-Category/843ENG

>>16492476
>http://www.jdpower.com/cars/awards/Vehicle-Dependability-Study-(VDS)-by-Category/843ENG

Thanks a lot, gonna read the shit out of it.
In the meanwhile I found this one. Is it any good?

http://www.reliabilityindex.com/

>>16489377
>>16489494
Take the center console out and there should be an adjustment bolt at the bast of the handbrake

>>16492484
Actually, the link I gave you is about the US market, these are more relevant links:

http://www.jdpower.com/press-releases/jd-power-2016-uk-vehicle-dependability-study

http://www.jdpower.com/press-releases/jd-power-2016-germany-vehicle-dependability-study-vds

Apparently they don't do a europe-wide study, they just focus about Germany and UK, but those two links should give you a better picture than the American one.

I don't know about the link you posted 2bh

>>16492352
I do believe that you are looking for a second generation hilux surf with a diesel engine. Google top gear hilux if you want to see abuse

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I wanna buy coils for my civic, its a 98 and I know that the forked coils go right into the control arm but im curious what the other in pic related are for or how they would mount?