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06-30-11, 10:24 AM
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Preformed Hose
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If it is the hose I am thinking of it is 2...
If it is the hose I am thinking of it is 2 different sizes on the ends and you might be hard pressed to find something to work. You might try a salvage yard but the problem, as im sure you know, the...
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06-28-11, 08:20 PM
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2003 chevrolet venture intermittent no starts
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I need a new key for my car but im not in the...
I need a new key for my car but im not in the mood to spend the $155 for just the key. I can program it myself for no cost to me, but these keys are ridiculously expensive. So I just deal with...
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06-28-11, 10:50 AM
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2003 chevrolet venture intermittent no starts
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Have them test the keys. One may be good and the...
Have them test the keys. One may be good and the other bad. A new key may be in order. They may need all keys you plan to use on it at one time. Some manufacturers require all keys be programmed at...
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06-28-11, 05:44 AM
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strange roughness at highway speed
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There can be stored or pending codes that have...
There can be stored or pending codes that have not yet set the light. Does the light come on for a bulb check when the key is turned on?
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06-27-11, 08:13 PM
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Engine Codes and Engine year from Block stamps
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Best I can find is this. The casting number...
Best I can find is this. The casting number 10243880 goes to a 1995-2000 350 2 or 4 bolt (coule be either or, you will have to pull the pan to find out which) It is a Gen I crate engine ZZ4, roller...
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06-27-11, 07:47 PM
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'06 Honda CRV Multiple Problrms.......brakes, engine mounts, front axle shafts
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Sorry dude, Not trying to insult you. Just trying...
Sorry dude, Not trying to insult you. Just trying to clarify your concern. You asked a question, I attempted to get more info. None of your explanation is cohesive. One minute its a CRV and the next...
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06-27-11, 06:46 AM
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Toyota Corolla 2007 LE Power pack
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I second Equinox post. When I started reading the...
I second Equinox post. When I started reading the description of the problem I immediately thought about the child safety locks. Check this before you do anything else!!!
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06-27-11, 06:39 AM
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What the hell is oil soluble grease?
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The product we use is called TransJel. It is an...
The product we use is called TransJel. It is an SPX product and I am told that we used to purchase it from Aamco. you might try their website. www.filtranllc.com. It looks like things might have...
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06-27-11, 05:20 AM
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strange roughness at highway speed
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Is or has your check engine light been on? This...
Is or has your check engine light been on? This does sound like an odd problem. One that may not be able to be diagnosed here. Are you sure it is coming from the engine and not the suspension? Does...
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06-26-11, 08:42 PM
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1996 Dodge grand caravan 3.3L. Interchangeable pcms?
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On a vehicle of that vintage the vin and pinion...
On a vehicle of that vintage the vin and pinion factor will need to be programmed into a generic pcm with basic software. A new pcm will need to be programmed with vin specific information as they...
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06-26-11, 08:29 PM
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2005 Dodge Durango Fuel Tank Recall
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Here are the remaining steps from this TSB. It...
Here are the remaining steps from this TSB. It begins with the first step that I had already posted.
5. Attempt to refill fuel tank.
6. Does tank refill properly?
a. Yes >> Proceed to Step #7...
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06-26-11, 07:39 PM
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2000 Chrysler T & C Van rear brake problem.
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Actually Equinox is correct. The brake adjuster...
Actually Equinox is correct. The brake adjuster is directly below the wheel cylinder and above the ABS tone ring. I forgot about this layout. I havent done any of them in awhile. This does make it a...
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06-26-11, 10:19 AM
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What the hell is oil soluble grease?
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I cant think of the name of it, but I will reply...
I cant think of the name of it, but I will reply when I get to work tomorrow. I have never used any type of lubricant on a gasket so I am not sure why they are recommending this. Maybe its to keep...
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06-26-11, 10:12 AM
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Grand Cherokee water pump
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Heck everything comes from China these days, but...
Heck everything comes from China these days, but yeah you are right I wouldnt want to do a PT more than once, especially for a parts warranty... LOL.
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06-25-11, 07:39 PM
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'06 Honda CRV Multiple Problrms.......brakes, engine mounts, front axle shafts
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Why did you remove the caliper? Have you...
Why did you remove the caliper? Have you reinstalled it? Did you remove it completely? ie the brake hose and all?
You can check the engine and trans mounts by pulling or pushing on the engine...
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06-25-11, 07:20 PM
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What the hell is oil soluble grease?
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Soluble means that a product can be dissolved or...
Soluble means that a product can be dissolved or absorbed by another product. An Oil Soluble lubricant is a lubricant that can be absorbed by oil. What this means is that when using this lubricant it...
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06-25-11, 04:22 PM
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2000 Chrysler T & C Van rear brake problem.
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The adjuster is at the bottom of the backing...
The adjuster is at the bottom of the backing plate behind that plugged knock out. You will have to knock it out with a hammer and a chisel/punch. The large wheel on the outside of the backing plate...
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06-25-11, 03:56 PM
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1996 Dodge grand caravan 3.3L. Interchangeable pcms?
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It sounds like you are testing everything...
It sounds like you are testing everything correctly. It is odd that you have 2 pcms with similar issues, but hey it does happen. And since it is a different circuit then it is quite possible that the...
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06-24-11, 09:54 AM
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mk3 2.0 96 jetta 5 speed
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billys68ss
Thermostat is located underneath the water pump....
Thermostat is located underneath the water pump. There is a small elbow that comes from a hose. Remove that and there it is.
Here is a pic of it.
Hope this helps ya,
Billy
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06-23-11, 10:37 AM
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Grand Cherokee water pump
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I have dont ALOT of water pumps!!! I prefer the...
I have dont ALOT of water pumps!!! I prefer the new part over the reman part simply because I have seen way too many reman parts fail within a short period of time. Especially with aftermarket parts....
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06-23-11, 10:27 AM
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1996 Dodge grand caravan 3.3L. Interchangeable pcms?
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billys68ss
When you find this ground on these driver wires...
When you find this ground on these driver wires what are you seeing on the other driver wires? Where are you testing this circuit? At the coil or at the PCM?
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06-23-11, 10:18 AM
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Vehicle recalls
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757
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All recalls are major. It is called a recall...
All recalls are major. It is called a recall because it is a safety concern. Normally you would get a notice in the post mail letting you know that your vehicle has been involved in a recall and that...
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06-22-11, 09:06 PM
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2002 dodge stratus
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1,056
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billys68ss
Replace or rebuild. The trans has failed...
Replace or rebuild. The trans has failed internally. Most likely a planetary gear set has failed.
Hope this helps ya,
Billy
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06-22-11, 06:15 PM
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Need Quick Help With A Question Involving The Caliper Sliders On A GM Car
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billys68ss
I did brakes all the way around on a Chrysler...
I did brakes all the way around on a Chrysler Sebring today and it had the same type setup as yours. The pin with the rubber o-ring went on the top and it was a very snug fit. Glad you got yours...
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06-22-11, 06:08 PM
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2001 Mazda Tribute A/C issue
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The reclamation process is done right there in...
The reclamation process is done right there in the machine. The machine has a filtering process that it puts all reclaimed refrigerant through so that it can be reused. I dont know why they would put...
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