My Suzuki car manual book recommended fuel type for my car is RON 98. But my country only selling RON97. Are RON 97 and RON 98 the same. If i using RON97 on my car, will it harm my engine?Thank you....
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Tire pressure & balanceFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:36:00 GMTI have an Austin Healey Replica, I had new tires installed at Firestone. When I drove the car home, I had a noticable shake in the front end. When I got home, I checked the tire pressure and found it at 30 psi. I had asked them to set the pressure at 22-24 psi (recommended by manufacturer). I...
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mixing regular & Extra Load tiresFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:36:00 GMTHi! I bought a pair o' Continental tires on ebay and noticed, after they were on the car, that they're Extra Load tires (which my car doesn't require). They felt underinflated at the std. pressure. Conti's website indicates that XL tires need higher pressures, so I bumped it from...
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Mazda 6 or Peugeot 407 - 2008 or 2009 modelsFri, 18 Mar 2011 05:31:00 GMTMazda 6 or Peugeot 407 - 2008 or 2009 modelsI am confused what to buy, I like both of them, both looks little sporty, good price and nice specifications.. can you please advise on how to compare,and provide me with your generous opinion...
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Michelin TiresFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:39:00 GMTI recently purchased a set of LT265/70R17 tires for my Dodge 2500 Diesel truck. Original set was taken off which I got 83,000 miles out of with horse trailer pulling and all. Now within 2 weeks I have gone through 2 tires being taken off due to over vibration, and just learned about Road Force...
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sidekick hubsFri, 18 Mar 2011 03:22:00 GMTHi, I'm looking at a '92 Sidekick with very high towed mileage (about 270000m). The front hubs make a fair bit of noise (like gear whine)when they're engaged and the hubs themselves seem to run hot (I can touch them). One cv definitely clicks. Could this indicate something is getting...
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Extended Warranty AdviceFri, 18 Mar 2011 05:30:00 GMTHello,Im looking to buy a 2003 BMW Z4 with very low mileage. The warranty is about to expire so I would like to purchase an extended warranty. Should I buy one from BMW or go with an aftermarket company and if so which one? Are there some really good deals out there?Thanks,Kevin...
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another psi questionFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:44:00 GMTI recently purchased a 2010 Ford F150 4WD Supercab. The OE tires were Goodyear Wrangler SA/R P275/65/18 all season radials. I replaced them with an all-terrain LT tire one size up...Goodyear LT275/70/18 (E Rated). I will seldom if ever carry a full load of people or cargo. I wanted a tire a...
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A good deal on Toyota Camry Solara?Fri, 18 Mar 2011 05:29:00 GMTHello, I live in Needham, MA 02494 and am looking to maybe buy a new car. I have a 2002 Sebring Convertible that has 35000 miles on it and I have had problems with the rear defroster that I have had fixed 6 times from 2 different dealerships. I'm a little frustrated by now... I'm...
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Mixing diff load ratingsFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:41:00 GMTMy car takes a 95 load rating. I have the opportunity to get a good deal on the exact brand and size except the load rating would be a 97. Can I have 3 tires with a 95 rating and a 4th with a 97 rating on the car at the same time. Would this adversely affect handling? ANSWER: Steve, There is...
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Proper Tire Inflation - Falken TiresFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:36:00 GMTHi Barry,We just purchased a 2004 Olds Alero for my wife. It has Falken Viex ZE912 Tires on it (255/50 R16 96V). Can you tell me what the proper inflation should be for these tires?Thanks!Glenn...
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Bolt patternFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:36:00 GMTPlease explain the bolt pattern of wheels. I see it is shown as 4X114 or 5X110. But when I measure the mags on my 1989 Toyota Celica GTS, it has 5 bolts and is 6 cm between the wheel nuts. Please advise. Also, for a FWD car, it is okay to put wider tires than recommended? My Celica is rated for...
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Tire air levelsFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:39:00 GMTHow much air should I feel my tires up with on a 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Sport...
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4 - 4" Wheels for my tent trailerFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:35:00 GMTI have a Starcraft tent trailer that I am converting to a utility trailer. I'd like to increase the tire and wheel size from the current 5.30-12 on 4 - 4" rims. What cars came with rims of that bolt pattern that might fit (depending upon the offset)? I know that my Mazda Miata has that s...
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tiresFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:36:00 GMTI would like to know on my front wheel drive autos,how often do tires need to be rotated ? Since they told me I need to buy 4 tires not 2 even if the front ones has over half the treadThank you!...
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How to get out of upside down carFri, 18 Mar 2011 05:30:00 GMTWe can not afford our $685/monthly payment anymore and would like to trade in our 2004 Nissan Maxima (26,500 miles) for something cheaper. What is the best way to do this with out losing to much money? Also, will we be able to trade in something so expensive on something much cheaper? Thanks!...
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alignment andFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:41:00 GMTHello I have a 2004 Safary van with only 35,000 miles on it and all 4 tires lost much of the thread on the outer part - close to the road. about an inch wide and quite much - so they need to be replaced. 1 Is this because there overinflated or under inflated? 2 Do I need alignment ? only...
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2003 F150 tire size questionFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:41:00 GMTHello, I currently have P235/70/R16 tires on my truck, but its time for new ones. The tag on my truck also says P235/70/R16 is the way to go, but I'm on a budget and I've found a good deal on some Pathfinder 245/75/R16 tires. I don't know yet (Won't until Friday) whether or not...
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1990 suzuki samuraiFri, 18 Mar 2011 03:21:00 GMTmy suzuki don't start all the time. when i put gas in the carbulator the car start. is the one that have the top injector (FI).It have a new fuel pump and i put the ECU in my other suzuki and the ECU works ok. Don't have any idea what is the problem. PLEASE HELP ME. THKS....
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tiresFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:41:00 GMTI have a 2005 model moterhome with the original tires which I recently noticed some small sidewall cracking in each of the tires. I have not had this looked at and just wondered if you would replace the tires. They have 27,000 miles todate. The size is 255 70 22.5....
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"new" old tiresFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:44:00 GMTWith all that I've read about many tires being sold as new that are actually 6 or 7 (or more) years old and being very dangerous at that, I now know how to determine when the "new" tires I'm purchasing were manufactured. In your opinion, how old is an "acceptable" age for...
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Evil Twin Stick KitFri, 18 Mar 2011 03:22:00 GMTScotty:Have you had any experience with the Evil Twin Stick Kit?ThanksTony...
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195 or 205 & what's the difference?Fri, 18 Mar 2011 06:39:00 GMTBought a GEO 95 Tracker. On my way to PO to get Owner's Manual got a flat. Tow took me to their service station where they replaced both front tires with 205/75R15, that's the size of all tires in use. Believing I should replace the rear tires also, went online. Learned that the original...
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poor ride - radial force variation, sidewall stiffnessFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:35:00 GMTHi. I hit a pothole a few weeks ago hard enough to bend the right front aluminum wheel on my 2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R. After, I noticed a fairly heavy vibration in the steering wheel at just about all speeds as well as a "not smooth" ride. I took the car to my local garage (been going the...
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TiresFri, 18 Mar 2011 06:44:00 GMTI have a 2007 Dodge Caliber, with original tires215/60R17 95T Affinity All season Tires. We sold our Dodge Caravan and have Continental ContWinterViking 2 Snowtires on rims tire size 215/70 R15. 98T and wonder if they would fit my Caliber??...
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1999 Audi A6 2.8L GasFri, 18 Mar 2011 05:29:00 GMTHello Ray, I'm considering buying a used 99 audi a6 2.8L gas. Its got about 260,000 kms on it. Its had a single owner and is on sale for $4500CAD. What are the things I must look out for? What are the known issues with this model?.. Is there something in particular that I should look for...
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Servicing a carFri, 18 Mar 2011 05:30:00 GMTI recently purchased an Audi. The maintenance fee is quite high. Is there a policy that I can purchase to help ease the cost? I'm going to have a hard time paying the car note and this bill....
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Timing a Suzuki engineFri, 18 Mar 2011 03:21:00 GMTMy son took on a job to change the timing belt on a 1996 Geo and I assume the engine is a Suzuki mfg. When he put it back together he has had difficulty timing it. He bent valves already and had that repaired but the cam sensor seems to be in the wrong location relative to where it should be at...
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Trading a upside down note for a a leaseFri, 18 Mar 2011 05:30:00 GMTHello, I bought a 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse last year and now have to upgrade to an SUV because of a new baby. My question is: I owe $8000 more than it is worth now due to price deflation. Can I lease a SUV and tack the remaining balance onto it. I can afford the note and plan to refi in 4 years....
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Honda crxFri, 18 Mar 2011 05:30:00 GMTHi, I'm looking into buying a used car and am very interested in the Honda CRX. I like a small sporty car, manual transmission, relatively reliable, and not too expensive on gas and insurance. This all seems to fit with the CRX except that it is pretty old. I have found a few different...
I have a 2005 model moterhome with the original tires which I recently noticed some small sidewall cracking in each of the tires. I have not had this looked at and just wondered if you would replace the tires. They have 27,000 miles todate. The size is 255 70 22.5....
With all that I've read about many tires being sold as new that are actually 6 or 7 (or more) years old and being very dangerous at that, I now know how to determine when the "new" tires I'm purchasing were manufactured. In your opinion, how old is an "acceptable" age for...
Scotty:Have you had any experience with the Evil Twin Stick Kit?ThanksTony...
Bought a GEO 95 Tracker. On my way to PO to get Owner's Manual got a flat. Tow took me to their service station where they replaced both front tires with 205/75R15, that's the size of all tires in use. Believing I should replace the rear tires also, went online. Learned that the original...
Hi. I hit a pothole a few weeks ago hard enough to bend the right front aluminum wheel on my 2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R. After, I noticed a fairly heavy vibration in the steering wheel at just about all speeds as well as a "not smooth" ride. I took the car to my local garage (been going the...
I have a 2007 Dodge Caliber, with original tires215/60R17 95T Affinity All season Tires. We sold our Dodge Caravan and have Continental ContWinterViking 2 Snowtires on rims tire size 215/70 R15. 98T and wonder if they would fit my Caliber??...
Hello Ray, I'm considering buying a used 99 audi a6 2.8L gas. Its got about 260,000 kms on it. Its had a single owner and is on sale for $4500CAD. What are the things I must look out for? What are the known issues with this model?.. Is there something in particular that I should look for...
I recently purchased an Audi. The maintenance fee is quite high. Is there a policy that I can purchase to help ease the cost? I'm going to have a hard time paying the car note and this bill....
My son took on a job to change the timing belt on a 1996 Geo and I assume the engine is a Suzuki mfg. When he put it back together he has had difficulty timing it. He bent valves already and had that repaired but the cam sensor seems to be in the wrong location relative to where it should be at...
Hello, I bought a 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse last year and now have to upgrade to an SUV because of a new baby. My question is: I owe $8000 more than it is worth now due to price deflation. Can I lease a SUV and tack the remaining balance onto it. I can afford the note and plan to refi in 4 years....