http://www.answerbag.com/profile/40121 New Answerbag answers from geek860 Wed, 30 May 2012 01:59:55 -0700 Wed, 30 May 2012 01:59:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5149673 Are triangular wheels more fuel efficient than circular wheels?<br /><br />No. The rolling resistance would be astronomically higher. The ride quality would be horrible - akin to driving over a field of boulders. Not to mention the damage to the suspension, etc etc etc. Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:43:12 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5149673 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5149393 1996 cadillac deville trunk wont shut. Any quick fixes?<br /><br />1. Check the trunk latch for any obstructions. 2. Check that the lid latch and body latches line up. 3. Apply some very light oil (like 3in1 or lock de-icer) to the trunk lid latch. Try and actuate it with your fingers a bit to get it moving. Follow those steps, then firmly close the trunk... Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:11:44 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5149393 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5138852 Who's a cellist whose last name is Ma, and what's a toy that's attached to a string? ;)<br /><br />Yo-Yo Ma, and a Yo Yo. Why do you ask? Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:57:32 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5138852 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973683 I have a 1999 Ford Explorer XLT with the 4.0 SOHC V6 engine. The check gauges light came on right after being started, and the oil pressure gauge was flat, at the bottom. Engine produced a high pitch whining noise. Thoughts?<br /><br />Kill the engine IMMEDIATELY. I hope you did that, at least. Running an engine without oil means it will barely last 20 minutes under normal conditions. Check your oil level, check under the vehicle for oil on the ground, and have your vehicle towed to a shop if you can&#039;t find a problem. ... Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:19:27 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973683 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973617 I got a reckless operation ticket from an off duty police chief. He put a note on the front door at my house and had me come to the police station the next day. I didn't admit anything which I think upset him further. He then cited me, what should I do?<br /><br />I would fight it in court. The proper thing for him to have done would be to call an &#039;on-duty&#039; officer and have him pull you over. I don&#039;t think officers can write tickets or conduct other normal police activities (short of helping in emergencies, etc.) while off-duty. I&#039;d say... Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:14:26 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973617 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973578 Is a cassette adapter ok to use in a car stereo?<br /><br />If your stereo has a cassette slot and the adapter is of decent quality then there should be no problem. I used one for years and had no adverse effects. Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:10:54 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973578 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973313 2005 Grand Caravan SXT. The van was recently jump started, but, the cables were hooked up incorrectly initially (pos to neg). Now the radio works but the speakers do not. What do I need to check to fix this?<br /><br />You can check the fuse panel and hope to the car gods that the bad jump didn&#039;t fry everything. You may need to replace the power distribution unit if it was damaged, but the fuses should&#039;ve provided a fair bit of protection. For this one I would take it to the dealer as they know... Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:44:18 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973313 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973279 Automatic Ford Festiva:( driving along & it loses power, then stops, won't start. Turns over but won't start. Sometimes runs then same thing. What are some things that could be wrong?<br /><br />It could be a dying fuel pump. If the engine can&#039;t get fuel it obviously won&#039;t start. It could also (not likely) be a severe airflow issue. Check your air filter for that one. Next I would check the carburetor. Is it functioning properly? Does it look good? You could also check the... Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:41:19 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973279 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973254 I HAVE A 99 DODGE RAM 1500. IT SEEMS TO NOT WANT TO GO OVER 30MPH. IF YOU PRESS THE GAS PEDDLE HARD IT DOES NOTHING BUT REV UP THE ENGINE. IT DOES NOT GO FASTER. CAN YOU TELL ME IF THIS WOULD BE THE INJECTORS? AND WHAT I CAN DO TO FIX IT.<br /><br />Sounds like a transmission issue. For more information, consult your earlier question on the same issue. Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:38:17 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973254 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973188 Could a bad brake caliper cause my brake pedal to go to the floor (just replaced the master cylinder due to a leak) Repair shop says it was bled appropriately, I have never heard of a caliper causing the pedal to go to the floor.<br /><br />One bad brake caliper would (worst case scenario of a total leak) allow a fair bit of fluid to drain from the master cylinder, but it shouldn&#039;t cause the pedal to go to the floor. Modern vehicles use a two-system brake fluid distribution setup which sends fluid to the brakes in pairs. So, if... Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:31:26 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973188 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973158 I have a 93 pontiac grand prix and the latch wont allow the bottom of my car door to open. I just replaced this latch. How do I fix this problem?<br /><br />That&#039;s a tough one. You need to open the door the access the latch but you can&#039;t open the door... I&#039;m curious as to why the bottom of the door can&#039;t open. Is the latch set too low so the bottom is pinned to the rocker panel? If it&#039;s disconnecting from the latch but... Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:26:54 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973158 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973130 I have a 1997 Expedition. The battery has run down and I can not remote unlock the doors or use the key to unlock the doors to get in to open the hood. Anyone know how to get in?<br /><br />How can you not use the key? Insert the key in the lock, turn it to the left, and open the door. How hard is that? Is your lock broken? Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:23:32 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973130 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973111 I have a 95 ford F150 THE HOOD LATCH IS STUCK ANY IDEAS<br /><br />First, lay off the caps. It&#039;s like yelling in someone&#039;s ear as they try to help you. As for your problem, we need more information. There are two hood latches on modern vehicles: one on the inside which pops the hood and provides a 3/4inch gap for your hand, and a second one which... Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:19:44 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973111 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973068 I HAVE A 99 DODGE RAM 1500. IT SEEMS TO NOT WANT TO GO OVER 30MPH. IF YOU PRESS THE GAS PEDDLE HARD IT DOES NOTHING BUT REV UP THE ENGINE. IT DOES NOT GO FASTER. CAN YOU TELL ME IF THIS WOULD BE THE INJECTORS? AND WHAT I CAN DO TO FIX IT.<br /><br />Sounds like a transmission issue to me. It may have something to do with the torque converter or (more likely) a slipping gear. For the life of me I don&#039;t know why you&#039;d think of the injectors first. One way to check if it&#039;s the torque converter or the actual gear spindle... Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:13:04 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973068 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973055 Wjy do people drive around with their fog lights on when they really don't need them?<br /><br />Asthetics. Most vehicles I drive don&#039;t look very good without them. Turn them on, though, and they look a lot better. I&#039;m not trying to show off to anyone, and it&#039;s not my first car with fog lights. Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:11:24 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973055 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4968077 We are trying to push a 1994 honda civic without the battery (getting new battery) the car is in neutral but will not move...is there something else we should be doing other than having the car in neutral we need to do?<br /><br />I&#039;d say first take off the e-brake. Is it manual or automatic? It&#039;s near impossible to start an automatic by pushing it (if at all possible). For a manual, get going as fast as possible, clutch in, engage 1st gear, and let the clutch out very quickly. Make sure the ignition is in the on... Mon, 22 Dec 2008 19:34:01 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4968077 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4955997 Aside from the other dumb noises my car makes, it now whines at me when I push on the gas. It sounds like the power steering, but doesn't seem related to turning. Any suggestions?<br /><br />Most likely your transmission. Have it flushed and filled. Sun, 21 Dec 2008 15:47:43 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4955997 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4836187 Help i snapped my spark plug leaving just the thread in there now i have the ezy out stuck in there to with just a little bit of ezy out sticking out is there another way to try before the head needs to come of<br /><br />What do you mean by &#039;ezy&#039;? I would recommend, off the top of my head, to get screw recovery bits from a hardware store. Drill a very shallow hole (as shallow as you can get away with, because you don&#039;t want to go through it and get debris in the cylinder), then use the bit to... Mon, 08 Dec 2008 21:31:28 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4836187 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4836132 Supercharged, Turbocharged, or Juiced engine?<br /><br />Blower - Bloody expensive, requires enough room in the engine bay. Turbo - can run from 1 to 4 of em, cheap, don&#039;t rob power, etc. Juice - Can blow your engine in a couple seconds if not done properly. Turbo is your best choice in my opinion unless you are building a flat out racer. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 21:23:34 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4836132 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4836100 Is it legal to drive with a green marker or decorative light on my car top? Yellow is legal since taxis use them, just wondering if a green one is ok?<br /><br />Where do you live exactly? I would recommend calling your local police non-emergency line and asking someone there. If they say it&#039;s fine, get a name and rank. You can also look up your local Highway Traffic Act. If you are willing to read through the legalese, then you should be able to... Mon, 08 Dec 2008 21:18:12 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4836100 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4805794 How often should I change my oil?<br /><br />At least once a year. Like has been mentioned, it depends on a range of factors. Just make a note of when you last changed it, and check the oil every time you gas up. Takes 30 seconds and gives you a chance to check up on your car. If it looks new then you&#039;re good to go. If it is slightly... Fri, 05 Dec 2008 20:42:30 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4805794 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4751260 2004 ford expedition won;t start when i turn the key i hear a clicking noise what could be wrong?<br /><br />A clicking noise means a dead battery. Get it boosted and you should be off to the races. I&#039;ve literally driven hundreds of vehicles at dealers and rental outlets, and had to boost dozens. Every time I&#039;ve heard the clicking noise, it&#039;s been a dead battery. Sun, 30 Nov 2008 16:07:09 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4751260 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4591902 Will it damage my engine if I start it with a block heater plugged in?<br /><br />Nope. The block heater isn&#039;t connected to the vehicle&#039;s electrical system really. It&#039;s like a heater pack attached to a power cord. Its only job is to keep the engine (primarily the oil) warm(ish) during cold weather. I actually prefer to start it with the heater plugged in since... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 20:08:32 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4591902 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4453192 What should i do when the automatic car wash suddenly breaks down?<br /><br />If it&#039;s at a gas station then 1) drive out if you can 2) Honk your horn until the attendant shows up 3) look for a help button 4) Leave your car and exit the car wash (there&#039;s always a service door), then go find the attendant and complain. Normally you can get a free wash or... Fri, 31 Oct 2008 23:41:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4453192 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4453170 Bought a Kodak all-in-one printer from Walmart and it WILL NOT Print. Spent ALOT on INK ETC>>> HELP?<br /><br />Options: 1) Return it to Wal-Mart 2) Exchange it at Wal-Mart 3) Call Kodak Tech Support 4) Read the troubleshooting section of the manual 5) Try simply photocopying something to isolate the problem (if it prints out a copy, then the problem is between your computer and the printer. If... Fri, 31 Oct 2008 23:37:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4453170 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4434260 I got a 98 saturn sw1, run's great, everythings in check as far as fluids, oil chance, brake, tire pressure etc.. but she seems to be drinking the gas alot faster than she used too, could this be because, say an oxygen sensor? or something else?<br /><br />I would think an O2 sensor would trigger a CEL (Check Engine Light), and/or cause the engine to run rough. I would check your oil and see if there&#039;s a sheen like spilled gas. If so, you could have a piston ring problem. You say that the brakes check out, but how did you check them?... Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:06:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4434260 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4413616 I got a speeding ticket and my car got towed. im 14 with no permit/license. the cop forgot to write down the date to appear in court. what can i do? can i just pay the speeding fine? or do i really have to go to court? i live in Sacramento California<br /><br />How did you not get arrested? 14 years old? What are you doing driving? I really don&#039;t know if you can just pay the ticket, since you don&#039;t even have a license to apply the points to. I presume it was your parents&#039; car? You might want to call a legal aid attorney for... Mon, 27 Oct 2008 21:42:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4413616 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4218553 Does engine coolant change colour while in the engine?<br /><br />Yes. Just like engine oil, the molecular components of coolant break down over time due to heat, contaminants, etc. It is important to check the coolant colour at least annually (with a cool engine, remove the coolant reservoir cap and use a coolant tester to check the colour and quality).... Tue, 07 Oct 2008 23:46:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4218553 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4168935 I have a 94 grand am, and my headlights wont turn on, but my brights work if i hold the arm back and dont let go. also my right blinker does not work, but flashers work. Any ideas on what i can do to fix it?<br /><br />Check that the bulbs work, then check your fuses, and last check the wiring. Not much else you can do. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:43:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4168935 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4168918 I changed the oil in my 1994 s10 blazer and found gasoline in the oil, what could the problem be.<br /><br />My first inkling is Piston Rings. There are two rubber rings on each piston. Their job is to keep the combustion material (gas/air) from getting in contact with the oil below. When one or more of these fail (even a minute hole can lead to a leak), gas can get into the oil pan. Change your oil... Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:41:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4168918 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4113611 A few weeks ago i got a gateway laptop notebook from curcuit city,getting this laptop,was it a mistake? i mean whats the rating on a gateway laptop? i know they were lousy laptops at one time.<br /><br />If you want an answer then provide the specs of your laptop. No one can give you an educated answer without more info than &#039;a gateway laptop&#039;. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 23:43:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4113611 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4069153 1997 FORD TAURAS CYLINDAR ON IS MISS FIRING WHATS THE PROBLEM ANYBODY<br /><br />First, take the caps lock OFF. Wow. Second, take three seconds and check the spelling of your question, as well as to add in some punctuation. Third, change your spark plugs. Make sure they are all gapped and tightened properly. Sat, 20 Sep 2008 22:23:06 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4069153 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4069119 What do you like to drive?<br /><br />I like big trucks. If I can&#039;t have a big truck then I like a decent sized car with good handling and a decent dose of power (like a G6, Intrepid, Impala, Mazda 6..). Sat, 20 Sep 2008 22:16:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4069119 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4010067 When you have computer problems who do you call or go to?<br /><br />Me. If it&#039;s a problem with a component I just bought (like a router) then I call the company&#039;s tech support. I hate calling for help (mostly because of the wait times and language barriers), but sometimes it&#039;s necessary. I also find that internet forums (found through google... Sun, 14 Sep 2008 00:22:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4010067 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4010027 Each time I start my computer a folder pops up titled incomplete. Is this a virus?<br /><br />Do you have limewire installed? Sun, 14 Sep 2008 00:11:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4010027 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4009970 I accedently deleted kodak easy share program. Can I reinstall it to get my pictures and albums back?<br /><br />It&#039;s &#039;accidentally&#039;. All those kinds of programs do is give you another way to view your files. The pictures are all stored on your hard drive and should not have been affected when you deleted the program. As for the albums, they are most likely specific to the kodak... Sat, 13 Sep 2008 23:58:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4009970 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4009943 "Is a Keyboard Dishwasher Safe?"<br /><br />No. I don&#039;t know of any dishwasher safe keyboard. Don&#039;t expose a normal keyboard to any water or liquid. Only use dry cleaners. Maybe the odd mild spray cleaner is fine, but don&#039;t &#039;flush it out&#039;. The only washable keyboard are the sealed silicone ones (the ones you... Sat, 13 Sep 2008 23:54:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4009943 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4009853 Have you ever got out of your car before you put it in park?<br /><br />Yes, but only once. Was chasing a guy is a vehicle while he was running. Reached a point where the vehicle was unable to handle the terrain, had to bail and keep chasing him. Engaged the e-brake about 3/4 before I jumped and the key was out. Bounced up against the curb. No damage. I do not... Sat, 13 Sep 2008 23:39:34 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4009853 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3968495 1999 dodge ram 2500 4x4 high beam headlights work but low beams dont and the bulbs are new why?<br /><br />They were probably installed incorrectly, or are the wrong bulbs. Put the old ones back in, check that everything works, then try replacing them again. (I trust that at least one of the old ones still worked and can be used for testing purposes) Mon, 08 Sep 2008 23:40:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3968495 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3951585 2007 Dodge Durango, Is the coolant system covered under my full powertrain warranty?<br /><br />I would say it&#039;s part of the powertrain. Two main reasons: 1. It&#039;s directly connected to the engine. 2. Without it, the vehicle would overheat and die. It should be covered. Sat, 06 Sep 2008 22:00:06 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3951585 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3951558 I have a 2001 GTI Golf. Had new tires put on today and an alignment. Now when I drive, I am getting a honing sound coming from the front of the car which I believe is the wheels. It is getting louder and louder. What is it?<br /><br />1. Check that the tires are installed properly (unidirectional tires have arrows on them) 2. Check inside the wheel to ensure nothing is contacting the disc. 3. Take the vehicle back to the shop and have them take off the wheels and pop on different ones. Drive it around the block and see if... Sat, 06 Sep 2008 21:57:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3951558 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3814847 Why does my f250 blow white smoke plus its not overheating<br /><br />White smoke is burning coolant if I remember correctly. So, I would look for some kind of coolant leak. This can be done by doing a pressure test on the cooling system. Chances are though, if you have it coming out the tailpipe, it is entering the cylinder. That basically means that (unless... Thu, 21 Aug 2008 19:52:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3814847 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3781199 Would a anti theft system cause a lincoln town car to lose all power<br /><br />If installed incorrectly yes. Any after market electronic device could cause electric issues like shorting out or, more commonly, rapid battery depletion. Get a load test done on the battery to see if it is in good shape, then get the alarm system temporarily disconnected at the installation... Sun, 17 Aug 2008 23:41:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3781199 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3757347 I have a 2008 Impala SS. It is using oil almost every oil change. what is wrong? it only has 17,000 miles on it?<br /><br />How much oil is it using? Thu, 14 Aug 2008 20:41:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3757347 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3753073 Which one would you chose? A 2007 Toyota Yaris S or a 2007 Chevy Cobalt?<br /><br />The cobalt comes with a killer warranty, but they are simply not good vehicles until you get to the SS level. I like GM, but I&#039;ve probably driven 35 different cobalts/G5s and they are all the same - the look decent from the right angle, have decent power, and are decent little cars. However,... Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:31:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3753073 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3753049 I have a 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport, when driving & vehicle reaches 40-45 mph it begins to shake. Have replaced several electrical components w/o fixing the problem. What would cause this?<br /><br />Electrical? I wouldn&#039;t say it&#039;s an electrical problem. Where the rubber meets the road, so to say, lies your problem. Look at wheel balancing, alignment, brake rotor condition, etc. These are all factors that can cause shaking. I should say, however, that I&#039;m unclear on the... Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:27:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3753049 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3753037 How do i change the key on my bmw key fob<br /><br />Without knowing the year of your vehicle, etc. I will assume you have a model with an all-in-one key where the remote is part of the key. In this case, you need to buy a whole new key. I don&#039;t know of any way to replace the key without damaging the remote portion. Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:25:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3753037 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3735625 How do I get a credit card for my small business when I have really bad credit?<br /><br />Actually you do have another option - a secured credit card. You give the bank $500 for example. They then give you a credit card with a $500 limit. You get a bill every month like usual, you pay it off, and it continues. After a few months of on-time payments you can ask to have more room or a... Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:20:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3735625 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3735610 Do you give out grants. I work with the Father's House which is a half way home. And we could always use some funding so that we may expand<br /><br />http://www.fundable.com/ They should be able to help you out. Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:18:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3735610 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3726958 I have a 1996 ford taurus. can you tell me where the brake fluid chamber is under the hood? I lost my book.<br /><br />Open the hood and look at where your steering wheel is. Move your eyes about 2 inches down and you will see a plastic reservoir sticking out with a black lid. That&#039;s the master cylinder - the thing that holds your brake fluid. There are usually small metal tubes coming out of the bottom to... Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:42:08 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3726958 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3655770 I'm trying to buy my first car, but I have no credit and no co-signer. How can I get financing?<br /><br />I would suggest getting a few small 90 day loans (around $1000), paying them back in full and ahead of time, and establishing your credit that way. It also helps to get a credit card, spend $50/month on it, pay it off in full, and that will help your credit rating too. If you don&#039;t mind... Sun, 03 Aug 2008 21:53:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3655770 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3655617 I HAD A OIL CHANGE ON MY CAR ACURA TL ALMOST 1-1/2 AGO.MY CAR WILL NOT START NOW...I GET A CLICK...LIGHTS RADIO,BUT NOTHING MORE.....WHAT DO YOU THINK? AND WHY?<br /><br />First, calm the hell down. Take off the caps lock and type like an adult. If you are hearing a single click, it could be a sign of a bad starter as &#039;steelstr45&#039; mentioned. If you are hearing several clicks, it could be a sign of a dead battery. You say you have lights and radio, but... Sun, 03 Aug 2008 21:31:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3655617 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3655593 I have just tried to move my Ford Tourneo ( Transit) minbus that has ben standing for 5 weeks and found that ALL brakes have locked up. OK when I left it .. Any ideas what might be causing them to lock? front discs, rear drums, ABS<br /><br />I just wrote a nice long answer and it disappeared due to accidentally clicking outside the box and hitting backspace. I&#039;m not happy. To summarize: Spray WD-40 on every brake (liberally), tap the rear drums lightly with a hammer, then apply smooth throttle pressure to try and unlock them.... Sun, 03 Aug 2008 21:27:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3655593 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3653959 I am trying to buy a car for my 16year old daughter I looked at a 1993 Bmw series 535I today and it looked great except it was an automatic and the gear shift was very hard to move. Once in drive the shifter was still over the n mark for neut<br /><br />That means the cable connecting the shifter to the shift indicator is off a bit. Not a major problem but could be an indication of a poor tranny repair job. The hard shifting is a very worrying thing. Automatic transmissions require good maintenance to work properly. If I were you I&#039;d pull... Sun, 03 Aug 2008 18:07:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3653959 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3653930 Help!!! i was pulled over tonight because i passed 2 cars on a double line, lights off, and going 50 on a 25 mph residential zone. What verdict should i expect from the judge. (Fairfax County, VA)<br /><br />I can&#039;t even begin to feel sympathy for you here. I would normally say an emergency situation may explain what you did, but even then you&#039;d have your lights on. What you did was downright irresponsible. A double line means the engineers of the road concluded that passing is unsafe in... Sun, 03 Aug 2008 18:03:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3653930 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3653898 3 cars involved in a rear end collision. 1st car has 1 person, 2nd car has 3ppl, 3rd car has 1 person. The 1st and 3rd car's statements match, but all 3 ppl in the 2nd car say diff. Who's statement would be more possible to be true?<br /><br />Rule them all out and go with the evidence at the scene. Barring that, vehicle #2 is likely at fault when it comes to a rear end collision, but vehicle #3 may or may not be liable. Can&#039;t say much without pictures, details, etc. Sun, 03 Aug 2008 17:58:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3653898 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3653865 When stopping at signal, should we put the car on neutral, or should we just leave it on "D"gear and apply the brake (if it is automatic transmission)?<br /><br />I put it in neutral with the e-brake on for longer lights. Less stress on the torque converter, allows the engine to spin freely with less load, etc. Then again, I usually shut it off if I don&#039;t need the A/C in the summer. It&#039;s debatable whether or not the wear from shifting into and... Sun, 03 Aug 2008 17:55:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3653865 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3547973 Some GM vehicles were fitted with Quadrasteer back in the first half of this decade. Why do I never hear about this feature anymore?<br /><br />I don&#039;t think the sales justified the production costs. Neat technology for sure, but I&#039;m not sure on how reliable it was, any issues that popped up, the cost to add it to the vehicle, etc. Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:33:08 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3547973 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3511350 Do you change the oil in your car every 3,000 or 6,000 miles?<br /><br />I change it when it tells me to change it. I trust the engineers. Thu, 17 Jul 2008 22:49:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3511350 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3510898 What is power steering? Should I get it? (Need it?)<br /><br />It really depends on the vehicle. If you&#039;re talking about a 1 Ton GMC Sierra then you would need to be a strongman champion to manage without power steering on a daily basis. If you&#039;re talking about a smart car, it&#039;s really not required. In fact the smart car doesn&#039;t come with... Thu, 17 Jul 2008 21:35:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3510898 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3502854 How do I know if my oxygen censor is bad on my 1995 gcl jeep? thnks jackie<br /><br />Among other things, it will start to run rough and the check engine light will come on. Of course this could be caused by any one of numerous components but it is an indication of a bad o2 sensor. Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:49:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3502854 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3402078 Why are/were pimps so fond of Cadillacs?<br /><br />The bling factor. Everything on a cadi is big, which means you can throw lots of chrome on it. It&#039;s also big inside, so (as steelstr45 mentioned) they can carry a lot of ho&#039;s. I do think, however, that pimps (and gangsters, etc) like to make a statement. A cadillac always has and... Fri, 04 Jul 2008 23:46:19 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3402078 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3393565 Do you turn off the radio and heater or AC before you shut off your car? Why?<br /><br />Turning the A/C off about 1-2mins before shutting off the car helps prevent condensation buildup. I usually remember to do this so it&#039;s off just before I arrive. The radio I shut off 99% of the time and as for the fan I just turn it to &#039;barely on&#039;. Why? Personal preference, the... Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:30:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3393565 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3393554 Ya know those red things that you put gas in? in the closed car, with a filled on inside, will inhaling those fumes kill me? i freak out about these things!!<br /><br />I have one vehicle where there is no trunk so transporting a jerry can means it&#039;s technically in the cab. I put both windows down and the air on full, yet still the fumes have an effect on me. If you need to do it, get as much ventilation as possible going and get the trip overwith ASAP. ... Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:27:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3393554 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3393541 I have an 88 s10 blazer. I just changed the wheel bearing assembly last night and today when driving from work the same tire got hot and smoke started to come out. I thought changing the assembly would fix this problem. What caused this to still happen?<br /><br />Did you pack grease into the bearing? Did you possibly over-tighten the wheel nut? Those would be my two first suggestions. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:24:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3393541 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3378382 My 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will not start, crack, or turn over. When the turn key is off the gauges go all the way to the right then back to the left. What could be wrong?<br /><br />alancl1 may have your answer. I&#039;m not aware of the jeep cable per say but it does seem to sort of explain your problem. As for the gauges bouncing, that to me sounds like a dead battery. Try getting a boost and see if it starts. If it does, get a new battery right away. Clean the... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:18:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3378382 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3378346 I have a 68 firebird with a chevy 350. i just change the starter solenoid, battery cables, plugs. The car wont start and there is a whirling noise coming from the starter area. the headlights turn on fine.<br /><br />I would say the starter is toast. That whirling could be the gear turning but not engaging the flywheel, in which case you&#039;re going nowhere fast. Starters are pretty cheap. Buy one try it, and if that&#039;s not it then take it back. From what you describe though, I&#039;d say it&#039;s the... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:13:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3378346 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3378333 How do you deal with 2 or more backseat driver?<br /><br />Warn them once, warn them twice, offer to drop them at a bus stop, then the final step is kicking them out. If someone refuses to strap in I skip right to the final option. Call me a hardass but usually I&#039;m giving the people a free ride. You get what you pay for. You want to complain?... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:10:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3378333 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3378325 WELL I WENT OUT THIS MORNING AND TRIED TO START MY CAR IT MADE A STRANGE NOISE AND THE STARTER BOLT WAS ALMOST COMPLETELY OUT MY FRIEND HELD THE BOLT IN AND LIFTED UP ON THE STARTER AND IT STARTED UP BUT STILL MAKES A STRANGE NOISE.<br /><br />You could technically re-surface the flywheel but it would take a long time. You&#039;d need to have a guy under there precisely smoothing out the teeth on the flywheel, then turning the crankshaft, working on the next set of teeth, etc. Easily looking at 2+hrs. I would make sure the spacing... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:08:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3378325 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3377430 My firing order is 1342 how do i know if i did it right<br /><br />The basic way is to start up the car. If it starts and runs normally then all is well. If not, you know you have a problem. The proper way to deal with more than one spark plug disconnection is to label the wires. That would&#039;ve been the smart thing to do. Most cars, however, have numbers on... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 19:48:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3377430 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3377354 Can i do a website using only an html<br /><br />Yes. That&#039;s what a large portion of webpages are written in. Open up notepad and get started. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 19:37:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3377354 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3376639 How do u delete browse history without using ctrl+shift+del?<br /><br />I&#039;d like to know how to do it WITH Ctrl+Alt+Delete. Never heard of or learned that method. Really need to know your browser though. Internet explorer? Firefox? Which one do you use, which version, etc. Also, are you looking to just remove the history or the history and the cache too? Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:51:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3376639 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3360809 Have you ever woke up thinking you were Jennifer Lopez?<br /><br />Nope. Don&#039;t see it happening in the future either. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:31:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3360809 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3351420 I have had the same wheel bearing go bad 3 times in one 900 mile road trip. the last time it was replaced they also replaced the spindle, which was bad. now, almost 1 year later, the same bearing is bad again.What could be causing it. Axle? alignment??<br /><br />Ensure the correct grease is being used and that the unit is correctly sealed. If it&#039;s not, salt will get in, get rid of the grease, and corrode the bearing. There could also be excess heat being produced due to too much resistance in the spindle. My first guess here would be that the... Sat, 28 Jun 2008 18:05:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3351420 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3349619 I am so tired of my boyfriend of 2yrs we have a 6 mon.old daughter when we argue he tells me 2 pack my things n leave, I dont have any family where I can stay, I have a job it doesnt pay much, I drive his car what do I do? HELP.<br /><br />My opinion is that having the kid was a very bad decision. You don&#039;t sound like you can support it, and it is also now part of a failing relationship. I would say see a marriage counselor. You aren&#039;t married but you could obviously still use the help. Like it or not, the kid now... Sat, 28 Jun 2008 13:22:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3349619 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3326413 When i hook up the rca jacks to my tv i only get sound no video. what is the problem<br /><br />Make sure the colours all match. Yellow goes to yellow, etc. If the colours line up then try with a different cable. It&#039;s possible the cable is simply broken on the video channel and the signal is lost. If a new cable doesn&#039;t fix the problem you either have a) Another broken cable... Wed, 25 Jun 2008 14:16:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3326413 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3309479 Is it legal to pull over on the side of the road and have a nap if you're too tired to drive?<br /><br />As long as you obey all traffic laws (not blocking traffic, not disobeying a sign, etc) then you should be OK. I would stay off the shoulder though since a less-cautious driver that chooses to drive on may fall asleep at the wheel and hit you. Find a small off ramp and a gravel lot, lock the... Mon, 23 Jun 2008 13:56:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3309479 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3309319 Could somone please post me a picture of the earth? (as Google isn't working for me at the moment)<br /><br />Cheers Mon, 23 Jun 2008 13:37:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3309319 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3307142 Why don't they build more chunnels?<br /><br />Amazingly expensive, they require years of planning and construction, and there has to be a dire need for that kind of system now and for decades to come to justify the cost. You don&#039;t just grab a shovel and a case of beer and get started. You need to send out swarms of geologists to look... Mon, 23 Jun 2008 08:19:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3307142 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3301617 Two days ago ,I did install new rear brake pads to my , jeep grand cherokee 3.1td from 2000. But now the right disc and the whole rim gets exctremely hot when driving. Whats wrong?<br /><br />You may have installed the brake pads wrong. Ensure the brake caliper cylinder is fully retracted (requires a big c-clamp normally) before re-installing it. Also, ensure the pads are securely attached to the caliper. My guess is that the cylinder wasn&#039;t fully retracted so the pads are in... Sun, 22 Jun 2008 11:34:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3301617 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3301601 What is that little phone button that is in alot of newer cars?<br /><br />Are you talking about GM vehicles with the phone button on the mirror? That&#039;s OnStar. You buy minutes and you can use your car as a phone. Or, are you referring to phone buttons in Nissan and other vehicles? That&#039;s your bluetooth phone connection. Pair your phone with your car and... Sun, 22 Jun 2008 11:31:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3301601 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3274994 My car is struggling to go up hills and it's not accelerating very well. What could those things mean?<br /><br />Could you describe the symptoms a bit more? Does it have problems in all situations or only uphill? Has it had these problems for a while or did they just start? You could have a dirty engine, which is making it hard for the car to produce power efficiently. For this you can try the cheap... Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:23:22 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3274994 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3274122 What's the worst thing to ever hit you in the eye?<br /><br />Was washing my car wheels and sprayed the wheel cleaner on a wheel, just as the wind picked up. It blew some right back into my eye. Grabbed a bottle of water and washed it out, but it really did freak me out. Wed, 18 Jun 2008 17:19:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3274122 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3274096 Have you downloaded the new Firefox 3.0?<br /><br />Yes but I reverted back to 2.0 the same day. Only 2 of my extensions were compatible, and I use them daily, so they are very important. When they become compatible I will switch. Wed, 18 Jun 2008 17:15:27 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3274096 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3274071 What causes you to have muscle spasms in your brain<br /><br />Your brain is not a muscle. It&#039;s an organ. It should not be spasming. I would see a doctor immediately. Wed, 18 Jun 2008 17:13:08 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3274071 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3265880 Why does it take so long to pump the last 25 cents of gas when you prepay? Huge pet peeve!! Are they so worried you might get a drop for free?<br /><br />It&#039;s the computer. Ever notice how it&#039;s hard to get a perfect pump? The computer slows the flow at the last minute and lets it trickle in so that it can get a perfect pump. This way you get every cent you paid for and they don&#039;t lose money. You can actually feel it pulsing... Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:10:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3265880 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3265818 I have a car question. OK, to keep my car running for a long time and without problems, what are some monthly or mileage based maintenance I should do?<br /><br />Well I&#039;ll do my best to answer your question. Most owner&#039;s manuals (if not all) have service sections near the back that lay out the different maintenance required at different mileage or time milestones. I would suggest you follow the directions in there for a start. You can... Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:00:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3265818 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3265711 2003 Mitsubishi Galant, when key is turned on I dont hear the fuel pump turn on. Stumbles from a stop. When I take gas cap off , don't hear pressure releasing, I'm thinking maybe a relay. Please help?<br /><br />Check your owner&#039;s manual for the fuse number responsible for the fuel pump. Check the fuse to see if it&#039;s in good shape. If so then you might have a bad connection or a bad pump. More often than not it&#039;s the pump. Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:45:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3265711 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3265702 Ever walk through a parking lot and notice how many cars have missing lug nuts on the wheels? Bald tires? Now how safe do you feel? You only observe te obvious. Bad brakes suspension, lighting add to bad maintenance.<br /><br />I&#039;ve walked through at least 300 parking lots in 15 different countries and never seen a missing lug nut. Bald tires I have seen, but there&#039;s not much you can do as a citizen. You just need to keep your wits about you and always leave yourself an out. I feel fairly safe, but... Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:44:08 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3265702 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3258751 I have a SIM card slot in my Dell Inspiron 1520. If I put a SIM card in there will it give me cellular capabilities? I haven't seen any documentation about built-in cellular technology, but the slot is there. Any personal accounts? More info? Just curious<br /><br />I found through tech support that it&#039;s meant for US customers using mobile broadband. The SIM card gets put into the laptop and the wireless data card can fit inside the laptop. Makes it a complete package. Not available north of the border though - maybe in 20 or 30 years. Mon, 16 Jun 2008 19:22:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3258751 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3236644 How can i boost the range of my inbuilt *Wi-FY* antena ,of my laptop.<br /><br />I don&#039;t know what kind of laptop you have (only a genius would know to include that kind of pertinent information...) but most modern ones use what are called minicards. They are about 1&quot;x1.5&quot; if I remember correctly. Do you have a B or G card currently? You can check through... Fri, 13 Jun 2008 22:33:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3236644 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3236580 If you saw a motorcyclist and a driver of a car who were just involved in some "verbal exchange" pull off into a parking lot, what would you do?<br /><br />If it looks tense and I&#039;m not in a rush, circle the block and park about 30-50m away. Watch silently. If it seems fine after a minute or two then head off. If it&#039;s escalating and approaching violent then I would call for a cruiser to stop by, continue watching until they show up, then... Fri, 13 Jun 2008 22:25:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3236580 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3236544 I have a Pontiac Bonneville 2000. It has 119k miles on it and it squeaks when I turn right or left and it still squeaks when I stay at a low speed like 25 mph. Does anyone know what it is and how much it might cost?<br /><br />I would get the power steering unit and belt looked at. If you&#039;ve never changed the belt then this would be a good time (if you have a P/S belt). I hope it&#039;s the belt because pumps are never cheap to replace. Good luck Fri, 13 Jun 2008 22:19:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3236544 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3236537 Can you connect any car deck to any car, or do they have to be compatible?<br /><br />Most of them are pretty much the same until you start getting into vehicle specific units. That being said, they don&#039;t all have the same hookups. They are also not all the same size. So, you can technically put any unit in any car but a) It might not fit right and b) There may be some... Fri, 13 Jun 2008 22:18:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3236537 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3210601 On my laptop I frequently find that while typing my question mark key gives me a big E with an accent aigu (french), and some other keys do similar. This only happens in Windows Mail. In firefox and other programs my question mark works fine. Solutions?<br /><br />I forgot that I even asked this question. I found the solution many months ago and successfully solved the problem. Needed to delete a second keyboard assignment in my language settings and it fixed it. Seemed it was switching keyboards through some hidden shortcut. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 23:26:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3210601 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3204083 My son was messing about on his bike and it accidentally damaged a neighbours car. They took it to a garage and was quoted £160, i know that i could get the work done cheaper than that, so do i get to choose where to have work done or is it up to them?<br /><br />Ultimately it&#039;s up to the vehicle owners. You are doing the right thing by paying, but you most likely don&#039;t have enough leverage to sway them in the garage choice. You could simply say to them &#039;I&#039;d be happy to pay for the repairs, but I know full well that I could get the... Tue, 10 Jun 2008 08:36:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3204083 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3201591 Are you going to buy a hybred or a diesel as the price if gas goes skyward?<br /><br />For the record, it&#039;s &#039;Hybrid&#039; (note the &#039;i&#039;). Already own a diesel car, and I think one is enough. They have their ups and downs, as do hybrids. Until hybrid technology improves and the price comes down, I&#039;ll hold off. The savings take many years to realize, and... Mon, 09 Jun 2008 23:00:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3201591 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3201568 So I got my license 6 days ago, my friend and I Spun a few Cookies at the Rodeo grounds, and let my Friend who does not have a valid license spin a few. I was charged with speed or Acceleration Contest, Fine is $110.00. Is a correct citation?<br /><br />They should add a citation for Stupidity/Lack of Common Sense. You haven&#039;t even had your license for a week and you&#039;re already doing donuts? On top of that, you have the bullocks to argue the citation was invalid? I have seen many things, heard many tales, and read stories online,... Mon, 09 Jun 2008 22:55:22 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3201568 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3200955 Would you attempt hypermiling?<br /><br />It&#039;s not practical here. Too many lights, too many bad drivers (in terms of inconsistent speed and actions), and everything is out of sync. Except for the big lights it&#039;s pretty much impossible to plan properly for the 5 pedestrian activated lights in a row that are so common around... Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:09:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3200955 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3194684 If you can get sunburned, what part of your body do you hate getting burnt the most?<br /><br />My neck. Any other part is pretty much cosmetic, and therefore not too big of a deal. But, you move your neck thousands of times per day without noticing it. Get a sunburn on the back of your neck and you will all of a sudden feel every swallow, slight adjustment, getting up, sitting down, etc.... Mon, 09 Jun 2008 08:34:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3194684