<johngdole@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:4739b1e9-c8b3-4ac7-b9d2-54afa5167dcf@u6g2000prc.googlegroups.com... Well, ATF and strainer change is usually the first thing you do when a transmission starts to act up. However, if the problem is with the valve bodies, then it will depend on how bad things are sticking (that's why it helps with regular ATF/strainer change). If the problem is with bad shift solenoids, then obviously replacing them is the only option. Then you can decide if you just...

On Jul 23, 2:14*pm, BridgeToWealth <jag0...@gmail.com> wrote: This stuff used for the fuel reaction really is quite dangerous: http://www.dhmo.org/facts.html

On Fri, 25 Jul 2008 05:58:41 -0700, Viel Spass wrote: My cars get their best fuel efficiency ~68 MPH, so I would assume that's also less pollution. Oh, Boy...My car is my 'office' and my phone rings constantly. Two things: I repidly learned how to PAY ATTENTION TO THE ROAD while talking, and if

as long as its not a Toyota 3.0 built from 97 to 02. and Toyota blames the customers for that one. "Bill Putney" <bptn@kinez.net> wrote in message news:6etmfqF8qk1dU1@mid.individual.net...

Ray O wrote: Well, you're right, Ray. That's why I said after 20 years... And I'm nearly certain it's not an FIPG (formed-in-place or foam-in-place) gasket. Instead you buy the gasket at the dealership for $16. A challenge with the 18 bolts is they each require seal packing

On Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:19:03 -0700 (PDT), johngdole@hotmail.com wrote: Will need to re-check with engine running. Was checking wrong before. It's time to do the refill and pan clean thing anyway apparently. I think it did when shifting to N.

Steve wrote: My engines were not "badly neglected". The motorcycle was given full synthetic oil. The two Mazda engines may have had poorly designed oil passages, but I've also heard from other people abut lifters failing. Think of all the "stuck lifter" stories out there, and you may realize that it isn't just bad maintainance causing it to happen.

"SC Tom" <sc@tom.net> wrote in message news:thZhk.7120$CY7.3888@newsfe06.iad... JD Powers collects data to sell to auto companies. They publish part of the data in an effort to create a brand, but they sell a lot more information than they give away. I believe the JD Powers data (as far as it goes) is more reliable than the CR data. I have filled out surveys for both. The CR data collection scheme is rudimentary, non-random, and the data reporting scheme is designed to

A strut is a structural component of the front suspension. If the play is from the strut and not from the ball joints then you should get it replaced. Most pistons are made of metal and shouldn't have this problem. But old parts break. Get the Monroe QuickStrut. You'll also need new mounts and rubber parts (boots, strut bumpers). It's worth buying the whole assembly.

Cardone Selects are new halfshafts with lifetime warranty (check the parts store you buy them from). So why not? Also replace the axle seal while at it. Sure, the bushings too. Good time to check ball joint and other control arm bushings as well. I both repack and use new. You'll save some money but takes more time to repack. On Jul 23, 6:38*pm, pwich...@hotmail.com wrote:

Yeah, don't torque with load on the wheels, at least before reaching 60 lb/ft. That puts "side-loads" on them. Better yet, avoid even partial loads until reaching 60 lb/ft. On Jul 19, 12:03*am, Built_Well <Built_Well_Toy...@hotmail.com> wrote:

The defective 97-01 Toyota front mounts would make noises during these situations. The 02-06 the rears mounts were noisy. That's why some people suggest Monroe QuickStrut that includes all new components. I personally don't like the SensaTracs (went with Gabriel Ultras) but others are fine with them. Toyota installed cheap springs in the rears on 4 cyls. So these sag by design. Maybe QuickStruts will fix them. Your current struts should have lifetime warranty from Toyota if they

ycleptor2@cs.com wrote: It would flip things around a LOT. None of the cars on that list are stolen because they're particularly desirable, they're stolen because they're plentiful- meaning they're available to steal AND there's a big market for their parts.

On Jul 23, 6:26*am, Leftie <N...@Thanks.net> wrote: The bumpers screw out and up with a pair of pliers, counter clock is up, use grease it lasts longer, raising the hood might be all you need, its all i needed.

AC Refrigerent (freon) lasts 1,000's of yeras. Barney rubble still has his original freon, because his AC doesn't leak YOU have a leak. "cpliu" <spamfreeliu@yahoo.com> wrote in message news:7242dff1-5df1-4db1-9554-7a1b02f020e1@m45g2000hsb.googlegroups.com... On Jul 16, 7:43 am, mred <m...@295.ca> wrote: Thanks for the suggestion. How long can refrigerant last at regular

I had a Chevy PU that wouldn't pass unless I stood on the hose they put into the tailpipe......I would chat with the mechanic to keep him occupied so he didn't notice what I was doing......... "HanDoGG" <TheMotos1@gmail.com> wrote in message news:fc566caa-f7c3-4e08-a22e-27560ea33da4@z11g2000prl.googlegroups.com...

In article <YZWdnefZdY4jVOfVnZ2dnUVZ_gSdnZ2d@comcast.com>, "Ray O" <rokigawaATtristarassociatesDOTcom> wrote: Also for Ford and others. That company is light years ahead on hybrid development and do they know what hybrid models to bring out.

BTW, accelerations can be controlled by "continuously variable valve lift, as in BMW's Valvetronic system, instead of moving a throttle plate. This cuts down on the piston pumping loss experienced in low speed operations. On Jul 17, 5:47*pm, johngd...@hotmail.com wrote:

ah wrote: And JC Penney's receipts.

Retired VIP wrote: Today after work, I stopped at the gas station to buy some fuel. Retired VIP, the price of the red-dyed off-road diesel is $4.52/gallon, only 15 cents cheaper than the highway #2 diesel ($4.67). You probably know the highway diesel is ultra-low sulfur, 15 ppm max. The off-road diesel pump said it may exceed 500 ppm.