I have the 302 V8 on my 1981 f150. It is a veriable venturi carberator. I usually have trouble passing CA smog every 2 years. Any suggestions for CA approved replacements (non VV)? should i have it rebuilt (or attempt to do it myself), or b...

Hi I have a 1990 caprice and was wonderin if a 74 camaro 10 bolt posi rearend would fit under there I'm bout to put a 383 storker wit 530 horses and my next question I have a 700r4 in there already could I just put a 3000 stall and a shift...

i have 2001 3.4 v/6 alero i want to know if 3.1 v/6 cylinder heads will interchange Answer It would depend on the year of the 3.1 heads, and the type of 3.4. How on earth did you manage to crack a 3.4 head? They are pretty strong. GM used a...

QUESTION: I have a clk-430 mersedez benz, year 2000 and I want to know Is it possible to change a clk-430 mercedez Benz automatic transmission to a manual transmission. And what turbo's are compatible with a clk-430 mersedez Benz. Thanks a...

I want to get my husband a battery charger/air compressor for Christmas. He has one that works fine, but he would like one that can charge from the cigarette lighter. His parameters are: a charger/jumper battery, an air compressor, fairly c...

where can I find diagrams for parts for my Rav4 like the dealers use when they look up parts and numbers? Answer Well, I poked around online looking for a source. It turns out that the dealers who sell parts online are using the same softwa...

QUESTION: i have 2001 3.4 v/6 alero i want to know if 3.1 v/6 cylinder heads will interchange ANSWER: It would depend on the year of the 3.1 heads, and the type of 3.4. How on earth did you manage to crack a 3.4 head? They are pretty strong...

What years are compatable / interchangeable with a 1995 Ram1500 4x4 for body, interior and mechanical parts? I think they are 1994-2001. Thank you Answer You've got the years right, but you have to remember that there were changes (especial...

will a c3 and a c4 interchange in a 1980 fairmont inline 6 cylinder Answer They both use the same bolt pattern to the block. You'll have to get a different torque converter and I'm not sure if the drive shaft length would be the same. May b...

I didn't get a reply from the Dodge expert, so I apologize if this isn't within your area of interest. The turn signals on my 1988 Dodge Aries (61000 miles) stopped working. They worked sporadically for a short while before quitting altoget...

Shift cables have rubber grommet inserts with metal center at end - new cables $200 plus each DO NOT NEED cables but rather do need new bushings for cables I have. I want to purchase new bushings ONLY or can I have a stainless steel or bras...

my clutch pedal will not depress? how can i check the master cylinder or slave cylinder? what else could it be 1994 honda passport 6 cyl Answer You're saying that you push on the pedal and it won't move? That's not the master or slave cylin...

Could my 2004 cummins deisel oil be black after driving home from getting the oil changed? Maximum 3 miles ? I am questioning whether it was actually done or not. I checked it at home and it was very black? Is that possible ? Answer The oil...

QUESTION: Could my 2004 cummins deisel oil be black after driving home from getting the oil changed? Maximum 3 miles ? I am questioning whether it was actually done or not. I checked it at home and it was very black? Is that possible ? ANSW...

I was told I need to replace the steering link gear assembly in my Rav4 due to a clunking noise heard in the steering column when making a turn. I was also told it was safe to drive. If we don't get the repair done (quite costly), is there...

How do I get the door panel off?I need to get at the regulator. Answer First you have to get the edge loose. The door panel is made of cardboard. Around the edge there are little clips twisted into holes in the cardboard. They fit into hole...

Hi Mike I have a 1996 Monte Carlo with driver/passenger controls. I am having a problem with the A/C. The weird thing is its working and taking moisture out of the air but not getting cold. The system is fully charger, the clutch kicks on a...

My service engline light keeps coming on when my fuel level falls just below half a tank. I always get the same two codes when I check the computer PO171 and 174, too lean. If I mess with the gas cap, take it off put it back on, the light t...

QUESTION: Hi, our "03 CRV EX 4WD Auto had the complete exhaust replaced, 20 months ago including the catalytic converter, I think the O2 sensors were not. The check engine light is on and the diagnostic says the converter needs replaced, th...

The fan in my car stopped working. Where do i look to fix and what can i do to fix. Already looked at the fuses and seen no blown fuses. Also it would work, then not work and then finally quit completely. Car is a 2000 kia sephia. Please di...

I don't have an owner's manual. On the dash a light came on that says check and a picture of an engine? Is it o.k. to drive or could something serious be going on? I was hoping to sell it before I put any money into it. It's been running fi...

Hey Mike, I have a maxima with power steering problems which i was told is morning sickness because it freezes up in cold weather. I was told to buy Trans x power steering fluid but can"t seem to find it,I'm in newyork.Do u know where i can...

Dear Mike Evans I drive Toyota Ipsum /1998/ with SXM10G model. My car is 2000CC engine. But I'd love to drive powerful vehicle. For the moment, I got financial problems. But saw some youtube videos about air intakes. It gives more HP to the...

Can you push start a car with a manual that has a prox key with push-to-start in the other sense and by push start I mean if the battery's dead starting on a hill for example and putting it into gear? Answer That's an excellent question. Th...

When you turn on the headlights in my sons 2000 Mitsubishi eclipse all of the dash lights come on. The only one that doesn't illuminate is the gas gage. Is this a burned out bulb? And how would you replace it? Answer It is almost certainly...

Hi,we have a 2001 Pontiac montana with burnt bulbs on the speedometer and radio controls. Also a 2003 Buick Lesabre which illuminaion is burnt out on temp.,radio,steering wheel,and door switches.Is there alot nvolved in replacing these bulb...

How do you remove the pcv valve from a 1980 Pontiac turbo 301 engine? I tried to pull the valve up, but it will not release. Do you have to turn to a certain spot to remove. The valve is in the valley pan. Answer I'm going to assume that th...

will a 1991 mazda navajo 4.0 engine fit in a 1995 Mercury mountaineer ....it had a v8 engine in it. Answer It could be done in theory, but it would be a huge job. Plus, the '95 has an OBDII system and the '91 doesn't, so none of the electro...

i have a 96 saturn sl1 and i need a gas tank...i cant find one anywhere...can you help Answer Well, normally you get replacement fuel tanks from a radiator supplier. I'm not sure why, but it's always been this way. But, none of the radiator...

Hello, there seems to be water in the passenger side front floorboard all the time. It is not a large amount of water just damp. My question is what do you think it could be and should I take it to mechanic? Answer It's one of two things: I...

hi, i have a 2000 chevy cavalier and i'm worried about what is wrong. when i push on the gas pedal there is a loud whining noise but only when i push on the gas. i looked while someone else did it and it looked like a pulley was loose but i...

I recently changed my motor %26 trans (same time).pulled used motor%26tran from same 98 blazer but wheel size was different(?). transfer case and/or differential was different. runs %26 drives good but 4x4 clanks and does not work right. Q:...

Hi Mike, I recently bought a new 2009 Honda Civic, and so far have put 3,300 miles on it. The salesman recommended following the oil change interval that the car automatically suggests. According to the car, I have only used 50% of oil life...

QUESTION: Hi Mike! I have a '79 Blazer K5, 350, 4x4. Put in new plugs, wires, roter, dist cap. Also put in a new Edelbrock 4bbl carb. (guess I shouldda gone with an OEM) Anyway, I lose all power now going up hills, and on the straight away...

Hi, I have 1997 Toyota Tercel Manual transmission, but it doesn't have RPM guage :S. So my question is, how I fit one ? like how it can be done? what i need to change and so on. Thanks. Answer I would go to a website such as summitracing.co...

Hello: I am not looking for you to give me any legal advice. I just am asking you as someone who knows more about cars than I do for your "opinion". :-) Back on September 29th we had a new battery installed in our 2004 Volvo V70. This past...

I have a 1999 Lincoln Continental and the car starts fine,it is just that when I shift from park to drive or reverse anything and put my foot on the gas the engine revs but the car will not move. I checked to make sure it is not just in nee...

Hi Mike,I have a 1974 Firebird with a match # 455 which I am rebuilding however I do not have the brackets to mount the air con unit, Compressor etc. Can you help me out or do you know where I may be able to get them as making them is not a...

Will a transmission out of an 87 Dodge Single Cab 4x4 pickup fit in my 80 2wd Dodge Club Cab? I plan on replacing the engine and transmission out of the 80 model with the ones out of the 87. Answer That's a big maybe. If they're both 727 tr...

Hi Mike-I have a 1992 Camaro w/convertible top. The switch /lever that controls the release of the cap on the back of the car which holds the top when it is put down down is broken, so I'm unable to lower the top! I've been unable to find o...

QUESTION: Hi - i have a 04 Chevy Venture Van with 65K miles. I use it a few times a month to carry a lot of books (about 40 -50 boxes, seats are out, average size beer case boxes). I am wondering if I should replace the shocks, and should I...

I need a heated 02 sensor (rear) for my 07 Hyundai Tucson. I called a autoparts store they wanted 200 dollars. The dealer wanted 350. I found it online for 68 with the plug. Why do the prices vary so much? How long can I wait to fix it if t...

Hey Mike, I got an 86 F150 4x4 with the 300, I installed a new master cylinder a couple of weeks ago, no problems. Now the brakes are soft when the truck is on and running and if you hit them at a normal rate the truck just dies. I did repl...

Hi. I have a 1999 grand am with a 2.4l 4 cyl engine and I would like to swap it with a 5.0l 8 cyl from an 89 Lincoln town car...pretty ambitious(or stupid) I know. What do you think about this? Is it reasonably possible? What's the biggest...

I have honda civic 2001 model vtec,i bought it as used car please,i want to ask if this type of honda has a fuel filter 2) if the answer is yes where is located in the car or engine 3)Am having problem with my car when am driving on a highw...

hi i just got a 94 honada accored and i was wondering what upgrades to the engine would u suggest for maximum horsepower gain with the least money? Answer The two inexpensive things to do would be a cold-air intake and a performance exhaust...

I have a 1998 Oldsmobile alero with the 3.4L engine thats gone bad, will a 3.4L engine out of a 1999 grand am interchange? Answer They didn't sell the Alero as a 1998 model in the U.S. They started production in April of '98 as '99 models....

I have 2005 gmc yukon denali,looking to replace the airbag clockspring vin# 1gkek63u85j103299. Where can i find one at a cheaper price than dealer price. Answer You are stuck with going to the dealer. This is a very critical safety item wit...

06 yuon 4x4 will not shift into 3rd or 4th gear could it be a sensor Answer I suppose it could be, but I don't know which one. If you are not getting any codes (check engine light) then the only likely culprit is the ECM. I am assuming that...

I have a 1981 Lincoln Mark VI that came with a factory Ford CB Radio... i think it still works but there is no mic for it. Do you know where i could get one new or used other than ebay? Answer Does that mean you can find one on eBay? If it...