tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7121811805094959252024-03-08T06:56:44.057-10:00change carcarLionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comBlogger277125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-79419838337677571592011-10-25T03:16:00.001-10:002011-10-25T03:16:09.794-10:00Do I need to change my Car Plates to Euro Style for driving through Europe ?I intend to drive through Europe in March and possibly Sw<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>zerland - To I need to change my Plates to the Euro Style type or can I simply stick one one of those oval GB Stickers ?<br>Do I need to change my Car Plates to Euro Style for driving through Europe ?<br>NO<br>Do I need to change my Car Plates to Euro Style for driving through Europe ?<br>UK legal plates and an oval GB sticker is fine. No need to get new plates.<br>As long as your car can be identified as UK registered it will be all right so all you need to do is to stick a GB sticker on the rear of your car.<br>As Si says a GB sticker is all you needLionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-73568511497681089152011-10-25T03:16:00.000-10:002011-10-25T03:16:05.164-10:00How much does it cost to change the name on a car that is being financed?I am think<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> of buying my mo<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> car, well taking over payments, but to do that we need to change the name from hers to mine, does anyone know how much that is going to cost? Approxiamately? I live in NC if that helps. Thanks.<br>How much does it cost to change the name on a car that is being financed?<br>You can't change the name on <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> without getting a new loan (than pays off the current one).<br><br /><br><br />You have to get approved for your own loan... there is NO WAY around that.<br>How much does it cost to change the name on a car that is being financed?<br>You will not be able to change the name on the loan. The only way to do that is to get a new loan and pay off the old one.<br>You get your own loan on the car, and pay off her loan, and buy the car. None of that costs anything. Then you pay sales tax and register the car in your name. That costs something.Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-83060705235321724712011-10-25T03:15:00.006-10:002011-10-25T03:15:56.289-10:00Can you change a 4 door into a 2 door car?It might sound stupid to some people, but I was wonder<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> if you could change a 4 door car into a 2 door somehow? I only want my 02 Malibu to have a 2 door. Thanks<br>Can you change a 4 door into a 2 door car?<br>It would cost more than <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> would be worth.<br><br /><br><br />Sure, you could weld the back doors shut, but that really isn't a 2 door is it? A real 2 door car has much longer doors to help allow people access to the back seat as well as front seats that fold forward, again to allow people access to the back seat.<br><br /><br><br />To do it properly you would have to cut the support posts between the doors and move them back to allow for the longer front doors you would need to get.<br><br /><br><br />Remove the back doors and add sheet metal to the outside to bring the body up to the support posts. Add interior paneling and padding for the new addition. Glass panels would be needed too, unless you didn't want the back seat to have side windows.<br><br /><br><br />Replace the front seats with forward folding seats and you're all set.<br><br /><br><br />A very long, laborious and costly process, but can be done.<br>Can you change a 4 door into a 2 door car?<br>Weld the back two doors...<br>There's no practical or economical way to do this. You should have bought a 2-door in the first place.<br>I agree with Denver Al. The question is would it really be worth it?<br><br /><br><br />I highly doubt that you would ever be able to sell the car with that degree of modification done to it.Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-22050218858636728202011-10-25T03:15:00.005-10:002011-10-25T03:15:50.954-10:00How do I change my car title to MS?I moved to Mississippi about a year ago. My car tag renews in August but I'm wonder<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> whether I was supposed to do something w<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>h my car title? When I asked after getting my car tag they told me there was nothing else to do. Just wondering if I missed anything.<br>How do I change my car title to MS?<br>Nope- you're done. The title relates to the car itself, not the state you live in. As long as you've informed your insurance agent, you're good.<br><br /><br><br />You do not need to change the address on the title every time you move- you'll just have to supply your current address when you eventually sell it. While your license and insurance should reflect your correct address, the title does not. In fact no one should ever see it- it should be kept in a very safe place- and never in the car!<br>How do I change my car title to MS?<br>You are required to change your drivers license and car tags when you move. You don't need to do anything with your title though.<br>You may want to call your local DMV and see if you need to change the address on the title.<li><a href=http://ie-vj.blogspot.com/>ie</a></li><li><a href=http://eyebrows-waxed-for-first-time.blogspot.com/>eyebrows waxed for first time</a></li>Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-69697212904430976032011-10-25T03:15:00.004-10:002011-10-25T03:15:42.770-10:00How do you change the car in the Cars wii game?My 4 year old is play<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> the wii Disney cars game. We inserted a cheat code to release all the available cars but I have no idea where to go so that he can play using Doc, Ramone, or some other character. He's playing the arcade version, can he go to one of the %26quot;game circles%26quot; and sw<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>ch cars there? Please help! Thanks ;)<br>How do you change the car in the Cars wii game?<br>you can't change cars in the arcade version as far as I knowLionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-15314837579635048142011-10-25T03:15:00.003-10:002011-10-25T03:15:35.459-10:00How do I find-out if my car need some oil change?How do I find-out if my car need some oil change? <br><br />All I know is open-up the hood and pull out the metal strip attached to the engine and look at the color but鈥︹€?. I don鈥檛 know what should be the color of the oil.<br>How do I find-out if my car need some oil change?<br>You don't change oil by the color, you change <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> by the mileage on the car. Normally you should change your engine oil every 3 months or 3,000 miles, or whatever interval the auto manufacturer recommends. If you have an owner's manual for the car, the oil change intervals are in the maintenance guide section of the manual.<br>How do I find-out if my car need some oil change?<br>How many miles have you driven since it was last changed? Different manufacturers specify different intervals for oil changes but it's usually from 3,000 to 5,000 miles. The color of the oil has noth<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> to do with it.<br>New oil tends not to be black. If the oil you see on that dip stick is black, (or light creamy brown) it might be time for an oil change. I think if it is clear gold or blue or green its okay.<br>Dark, make sure ur not pulling the trans oil. stick.<br>if the oil is blck it needs to be changedLionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-91323707785438861332011-10-25T03:15:00.002-10:002011-10-25T03:15:28.077-10:00How do you change the car you start with in need for speed undercover?You cant.<br><br />When you start you get the choice of 5 or six cars and once you choose one you have to play through the story and unlock new ones winn<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> pink slips.Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-83048315260167708132011-10-25T03:15:00.001-10:002011-10-25T03:15:18.071-10:00How and where can i change the inside of a car from fabric to leather?Hi, I have a 2001 or 2000 Buick LeCross, and was wonder where i can change the inside from fabric to leather. Also i would like to know where i can repaint the car from a light brown to black.<br>How and where can i change the inside of a car from fabric to leather?<br>Well, I suppose you could do <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> in your garage, or maybe your driveway? If you want someone else to do it for you, I would suggest an upholstery shop and an auto body shop, respectively. Both can be found in your local yellow pages.Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-91859178121859345612011-10-25T03:15:00.000-10:002011-10-25T03:15:06.896-10:00Why would my car overheat after an oil change?In other words, what could a garage do or fail to do dur<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> a routine oil change that would cause the car to overheat shortly afterwards? We had our 2000 Jetta's oil changed and now <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> is overheating. Thanks.<br>Why would my car overheat after an oil change?<br>While you are checking for anything hanging under the hood, check for unhooked hoses or hoses that are leaking. Also check your coolant levels. Depends on the garage and what all they do, but sometimes they check or drain and fill the coolant. Make sure they put enough back in and that it is the correct mixture. <br><br />There are lots of things that could have either been disconnected while they were working on it or that could have just quit afterwords. I agree with most of the other posts.<br><br />Good luck on finding the problem.<br>Why would my car overheat after an oil change?<br>sounds like they forgot to put oil in or a faulty filter that is not letting the oil circulate, by the way did you install a vw filter most after market filters don't work well on vw engines<br>might not be the mechanic's fault. your thermostat might have gotten stuck or the water pump gave out. Since i have not seen the car I couldn't do more than guess, but the trouble will definitely be in your cooling system.<br>Is it really overheating or is the guage just reading high? Open the hood and smell the engine...you can tell if it's really hot. If there's smoke coming from the tailpipe it could be they overfilled the engine<br>They may have disconnected some of the sensors or the fan motor while working on the engine and forgot to put them back.<br><br />Pop the hood and have a look for anything just hanging loose.<br>sabotage!!!<li><a href=http://www.ggjjmm.com/my-horses/index18.htm>horses</a></li><li><a href=http://www.ggjjmm.com/my-dog/Difference-between-Malotic-and-Otomax-ca8h020515.htm>Difference between Malotic and Otomax</a></li>Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-67394299426963191412011-10-25T03:14:00.006-10:002011-10-25T03:14:58.687-10:00How much would it be to change a car color?i have a KIA and i wanted to change the color to a gl<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>tery black, i don't want any wild color.. so does anyone know how much it would be for that color?<br>How much would it be to change a car color?<br>well it all depends on how much your will<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> to spend, and then what color you have now? the price range could go from 250-3000+ depending on what you want and the quality of it!Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-28470466133915328942011-10-25T03:14:00.005-10:002011-10-25T03:14:49.839-10:00Do you have to change the car door locks when you change the ignition key?I have a 1997 nissan altima. Oh and is <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> easy to assemble or do you prefer a mechanic do<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> this type of work?<br>Do you have to change the car door locks when you change the ignition key?<br>a locksmith can do this for you like the first answerer said most locksmith are mobile and usually under 100.00 <br>Do you have to change the car door locks when you change the ignition key?<br>No, you can have the key lock cylinder changed to match your current keys. I had this done on a car I had before.<br>No but have a mechanic change the ignition.The door locks don't matter<br>door lock are not hard to change, but the ignition sucks. if you have the money, go to a mechanic. it will save your sanity. and as long as you keep the key for the door, you don't have to change it. it is more convenient howeverLionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-56962859333253626662011-10-25T03:14:00.004-10:002011-10-25T03:14:40.462-10:00Where can you legally change your car exhaust sytem to 2 exhaust pipes and does this really improve the car?What would be the cost estimate ? Has anyone done this for a hyundaisonata ?<br>Where can you legally change your car exhaust sytem to 2 exhaust pipes and does this really improve the car?<br>any exhaust place that makes their own pipes can do that job for you and yes <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> will let your engine breathe better and I would say you should be able to get it done for under $200.<br>Where can you legally change your car exhaust sytem to 2 exhaust pipes and does this really improve the car?<br>On almost any 4 cylinder engine, and on any inline engine, there is no reason do do this. You will gain weight without any power or effieciency gain. Now if you want to put headers on it and use a Cherry Bomb glasspack muffler, the least restrict<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> muffler that can exist, you will gain a little power and milage. Pretty much any custom exhaust shop can do this.<br><br /><br><br />Of course, it is still a Hyundai, and a waste of time.<br>why would you bother but if you want to know any good exhaust place should do it im not sure of the cost i have just done it to my vk commodore and the only thing it does is make the look good and sound hot but yeah id give your closest exhaust joint a callLionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-17497411904985151532011-10-25T03:14:00.003-10:002011-10-25T03:14:30.829-10:00How can I change the color of my car interior fabric?I want to change the interior color of my car because <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> tried of gett<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> stains so easily because of the light color.(was thinking about just changing everything to black) What are some methods of changing the colors? Thanks for any replies that are actually trying to help.<br>How can I change the color of my car interior fabric?<br>You can buy paints, stains and dyes that will change the color of your fabric upholstery. Here's a good source to start with... <br><br /><br><br />http://www.eastwood.com/interior-repair/鈥?/a><br>How can I change the color of my car interior fabric?<br>You should really take this up with your mechanic because I remember I changed my interior and it was a pain in the A. Doing it yourself is much cheaper but it is not worth the time and effort you put into it because it could be frustrating when things do not go the same way you want it to.<br>On the cheap- there is fabric paint you can buy at the autoparts store<br><br /><br><br />or you can buy a new interior from the salvage yard from a car like yours<br>depending on the make on model the best solution is to try and source an interior from a wrecked car, try auto salvage / breakers yards - you could buy front and rear seats for your car there.<br><br /><br><br />Price will vary depending on make model, leather will always command a premium.<br><br /><br><br />the other alternative is buy seat covers, but use the inter<a href=http://net.ittwit.com>net</a> to check out how well these fit, because ill fitting loose covers are messy and uncomfortable<br>Hi - here's some info I used when I replaced carpeting and did some touch up on vinyl tri<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> :<br><br /><br><br />carpet kits : http://www.truck-and-car-floor-mats.com/鈥?/a><br><br />carpet and vinyl dyes/paints : http://www.truck-and-car-floor-mats.com/鈥?/a><br><br /><br><br />hope this helps ...Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-18715243515107574842011-10-25T03:14:00.002-10:002011-10-25T03:14:22.470-10:00Shall I change the Timing Belt of my car?I purchased a (used) 1999 M<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>subishi Galant about 6 months back. The tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt of this car was never changed. I am planning to use this car for max. 6 more month. Shall I spend on changing the timing belt of this car? Or I keep driving as it is.<br>Shall I change the Timing Belt of my car?<br>%26quot;What's the mileage?%26quot;<br><br>Typically late model Timing Belts are quite sturdy and will last 80K-110K miles.<br><br>BUT.. and you knew there was a %26quot;But%26quot;!<br><br>If %26amp; when they fail.. it could be Catastrophic failure!<br>Most cars are %26quot;interference%26quot; engines.. meaning the valves will Hit the top of the pistons if timing/timing chain is off. A Few cars are %26quot;non-interference%26quot; meaning valves Won't hit pistons.<br><br>And with Timing Belts there really is no Warning.. nothing visual.. until you actually remove the Timing Cover and SEE the belt..<br><br>So.. this is one of those Preventive ite<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> that should be done based on mileage.<br>It's a bit costly however.. Parts %26amp; Labor running ~$50-$125 for belt, $150-250+ for Labor. So you're looking at about $200 to $400+ out-the-door.<br>If you have a mechanic friend.. time to cash in the Friendship Card!<br><br>But as stated early.. a new belt will last ~80K - 100K miles, so you won't have to do (pay) again for awhile!<br><br>Happy motoring! :o)<br><br><br>* Some Reading..:<br><br>http://www.90gsx.com/eclipse/QA/galant/1鈥?/a><br><br>http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timing_belt<br>Shall I change the Timing Belt of my car?<br>i'd look at it to see if its worn or has cracks if it don't then don't change it<br>Well if you say the belt has never been changed, I would check when it's recommended to be changed and if that mileage has been reached well above I would change it. I mean 400 or less spent spread over 6 moths works out to 67 dollars a month on top of your other cost, which seems cheaper than getting towed, finding alternative means to get to work, etc... money well spent To change it, I would say.<br>Depends on the mileage and whether or not it has a chain or a belt (chains tend to last longer). The most important factor is whether or not it has an interference motor (which I don't know off hand). 6 months?!? I'd say leave it alone.<br>The normal time to replace a belt is around 60,000 miles. Assuming the car was drive the average of 10K miles per year, you're probably around 80,000.<br><br>It should definitely be on your list. Examine the belt - does it look dry or have cracks in it? If so, you should go ahead and get it replaced as soon as you can.<br><br>If it looks ok, you could probably be fine waiting until your next trip to the shop to have something else done. It's an ordeal to change it since you need to pull so much else off of the car to get to it. I'd consider checking/replacing other items around the timing belt at the same time...a vast majority of the cost (or time, if you're doing it yourself) is spent getting to it. So while you have it clear, you might as well do some preventative maintenance, too.<br>Probably not. Unless you feel things slipping as you drive, it's not worth pouring the $$ to fix it. Timing belt replacement is not cheap.<br>Yeesh. If the timing belt goes, the thing will leave you stranded and may be permanent junk. If you travel a lot of lonely roads or ugly sections of the city, it may be worth it to your peace of mind to get it done.<br><br>But in six months... odds are that it won't need a new timing belt in that time. They tell you to change it much earlier than you truly need to, because it sucks SO bad if it goes out on you. And it's not like you can tell the guy you sell it to, %26quot;Sure, it's only worth $3,000, but I just put a new $1,400 timing belt in so you should pay me a lot more money.%26quot;<br><br>Especially if the thing is on the low side. They probably tell you to change it in the 90,000 to 120,000 mile range. If the car hasn't gone that far, then it really doesn't need it. If you're pushing 200k, though, you'll be taking a bigger chance.<br><br>I'd say that unless you're really averse to risk, leave it and warn the next guy that he'll have to do it.<br>if you replace it . you can use the car more than 6 months more, provided timing belt installed correctly.<br><br />replace timing belt, front oil seals, and tensioner bearing<br><br /><br><br />front oil seals are, camshaft seal and crank shaft seal,.<br><br />if equipped with counter-balancer shaft, replace oil seal as well.<br>It has lasted this long. If you are sure you will sell it in 6 months, then don鈥檛 spend the money.<br><br>Unless you are going to sell it to someone you know, then you either want to change it out for them, or warn them about it. If you trade it in at a dealership, they will take care of it. Changing it out yourself will not change how much they give you for it.<br><br>I hope this helps.<li><a href=http://heal-acne-scars.blogspot.com/>heal acne scars</a></li><li><a href=http://some-advice-about-a-friend.blogspot.com/>some advice about a friend</a></li>Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-81122468838263436642011-10-25T03:14:00.001-10:002011-10-25T03:14:11.725-10:00Why does my auto-trans car kick when I change gears from p to r etc.?When I am try<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> to park my car, I change gears from drive to reverse and my car/engine kicks pretty hard after i change <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>. It kicks pretty hard changing from drive to reverse. Whats the problem? What can I do about it?<br>Why does my auto-trans car kick when I change gears from p to r etc.?<br>Your transmission is getting close to going is what it<br><br />sounds like.<br><br />I suggest you take it to a shop, don't do it yourself.<br><br />Get a %26quot;transmisson flush%26quot; done on it.<br><br />If you get it done quickly you may be able to save<br><br />it and make it good as new again.<br><br />If you wait, you may be walking after trying to go<br><br />up a steep hill.<br><br /><br><br />Good Luck<br>Why does my auto-trans car kick when I change gears from p to r etc.?<br>Maybe you car is idling too fast or you have a broken or loose motor mount.Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-46962244102640890922011-10-25T03:14:00.000-10:002011-10-25T03:14:02.941-10:00How long must you have a car before you change the brake pads?I purchased my car brand new about a year and a half ago so I doubt <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> needs new brake pads now but how long before they'll need chang<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a>?<br>How long must you have a car before you change the brake pads?<br>It isn't about time but about mileage and the conditions that you drive. Like stop and go driving will wear the brakes faster than a lot of freeway driving. Normally, about 40K miles or a little sooner is an average figure. good luck.<br>How long must you have a car before you change the brake pads?<br>it's not how long you have the car it's how much you drive it normal ware on brakes you can go for 10.000 or more miles but hard stopping riding the brakes can shorten the life of your brakes simple solution is to have them checked by a professional<br>Well, it depends upon mileage and the style of driving - and a little bit upon the car type of course (quality of the brakes %26amp; pads). Anything between 10.000 miles (very sporty driving) to 30.000 miles is possible.<br>It depends on if someone brakes a lot or not...We have had our vehicle for almost two and half years and were told the brakes passed inspection but keep and eye on the wear down...They are going to need changed soon...Also depends on how many drivers per vehicle; stop and go traffic; hard accelerations and stoppings<br>Probably not now, what's happening that you think the brake pads need to be changed? See if you are covered under warranty! The warranty should cover this. If not, the dealership is shady. Brake pads take anywhere from 3 to 7 years to wear, depending on the amount of driving and stop and go traffic you are dealing with.<br>It's not a function of time. It depends on the mileage and your personal driving habits. The only way to know is to pull the wheels and inspect them.<br>depends on your driving habits. my aunt and grandmother have the exact typeof van and my aunt has changed her brakes about 3 times since 2000 while my grandmother has had to change them once( i did it fyi). dont worry though, when its time to change them they'll let u know. all modern brake syste<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> have sensors that start to screech when they are worn.Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-57902680341537720222011-10-25T03:13:00.005-10:002011-10-25T03:13:48.712-10:00Which car part do u change or get if you want to increase acceleration?Which car part do u change or get if you want to increase acceleration? For example, if i had a renault Megane 1.6 and <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>s acceleration time from 0-60 mph is 10 seconds but i want to lower the seconds to maybe 8 or less, what car part do i need to get or change to do that. eg. engine, horsepower, torque etc. <br><br />What do I need to to?<br>Which car part do u change or get if you want to increase acceleration?<br>If you want fast out of that car your go<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> to have to dent your pocket something fierce, Try to google your specific car and read up on what others have done.<br>Which car part do u change or get if you want to increase acceleration?<br>look into aftermarket turbo chargers.<br>put a cold air intake in it change the fuelpump,put a exhaust sytem in it and change the carborator or the fuel injectors, if the car is new put a ecu reflash chip in<br>Get a more powerful engine.<br>The only cheap thing I can think of is the muffler, but thats gonna make it loud.Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-41120577990156238262011-10-25T03:13:00.004-10:002011-10-25T03:13:40.630-10:00Is a transmission fluid change really needed for a car still working good at 140,000 miles?My car is a toyota camry 2000. Someone told me that if there is no problem w<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>h the transmission, you should not change fluid. Otherwise it may harm your car. I am confused whether I should change transmission fluid for my car because it is still work<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> good.<br>Is a transmission fluid change really needed for a car still working good at 140,000 miles?<br>Fluid changes are part of maintenance to prevent damage, not fix proble<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> already established. Would you wait until your motor seized before changing the oil? Would you wait until your radiator gunked up before changing the fluid? Of course not.<br><br /><br><br />Because the car is running good, this is by no means cause to forget about maintenance. The only exception on this is perhaps the BMW 740 series that had a sealed transmission where you would never want to go into it.<br><br /><br><br />On seals leaking from detergent; that's a negative. This transmission uses dexron II. Dexron III can be used and is better and is recommended.<br>Is a transmission fluid change really needed for a car still working good at 140,000 miles?<br>If it has never been changed then, yes. that why its called preventative maintenance. You change your oil regularly right? Same goes for the tranny too. Just at longer intervals.<br>With that many miles unless it has been done regularly in the past it is not recommended the detergents in the new fluid could make leaks in seals.<br>If you don't know if it's ever been changed before, I wouldn't do it.<br><br /><br><br />When you leave the fluid in there for a long period of time, you get a build up of what's called %26quot;varnish%26quot;, or at least in the older days, that's what it was called.<br><br /><br><br />Varnish builds up over time and in some cases, helps to keep things together, within the tranny.<br><br /><br><br />By changing the fluid now, you would be adding fresh additives and detergents from the new fluid, that may eventually remove the varnish. In turn, ruining your transmission.<br><br /><br><br />Being that it's a Toyota, if it's not giving you problems now, I would just leave it.<br>Some Mechanic will tell you that is a lie ! Why b/c they want your transmission to break maybe in the next 6 months! In this bad economy people are looking in one way to get your money! In my opinion I would not change the fluids!<br>Transmission fluid is like any other fluid in you vehicle, with one exception. As transmission fluid ages, it changes its chemical make up due to e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>osure to heat. The hotter the fluid is allowed to get, the shorter the life of the fluid. Colour is a strong indicator of fluid condition, bright pinkish red is like new and the darker it gets the worse is gets. Eventually it will change to an ambur gold color and finally a deep brown. With this the smell will change and eventually start to smell like lacquer. There in lies the problem, this fluid that was protecting the internal workings is now the enemy and is trying to coat everything internal with this varnish type coating and will eventually destroy the transmission. By replacing the fluid periodically you refresh the detergent quality of the fluid and it then works in your favour keeping the internal components clean and working as they should. Hope this helps you to understand the importance of servicing the transmission.<br>My brother is a mechanic and where he worked they really tried to get people to change their transmission fluid. later i found out that the reason why was because after your car has gone so long on old fluid when you put new in something always tended to go out or break within a short period of time from the changing. He also told me what your someone told you which was if its not having a problem then leave it alone. My motors have gone out before the transmission does. also on a side note, he also said that you should go by your owners manual for oil changes because for most cars you do not need to change it every 3,000 miles. if your car says that it is 5,000 then you can really rack up a savings just by following the instructions for your brand of car. hope this helps<br>you can have a pretty good idea if it needs changing by looking at the stick. smell the fluid and see if it smells burnt and discolored and rub some between you fingers to see you feel and grit in the fluid. if any of that stuff i mentioned not happening then it don,t need changing.Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-63673390506958720772011-10-25T03:13:00.003-10:002011-10-25T03:13:32.953-10:00Drivers,,How often do you change your car & for what reasons?I change mine every 4 yrs, I dont know why, I just do.<br>Drivers,,How often do you change your car %26amp; for what reasons?<br>I've had 14 cars in the last 14 years, so I'm averag<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> a change every year. However, I've often had two cars at the same time, I've had my 2 current cars 3 years and 5.5 years.<br><br />I usually buy and repair cheap old cars and run them while <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> remains economic to do so.<br><br /><br><br />The least time I've run a car is 3 months, the longest my current 5.5 years.<br>Drivers,,How often do you change your car %26amp; for what reasons?<br>every 4 or 5 years, the car usually stops working as well by then.<br>When I start having proble<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> with it and it ends up costing me more to repair than getting a new one. I have 2 cars, one I've had for 18months, the other for 2 years and not looking to replace either of them for at least another 2 years with any luck<br>usually every two years. I average 30,000 miles a year.<br>Every three years,depreciation,plus i really like the feel and smell of a brand new and different makes of car.<br><br /> The last one i let go was a month ago with less<br><br /> than fourteen thousand miles on the clock.<br>When cost of repairs make it uneconomic, had present car 7 years, as it is now 12 years old I am starting to look at replacements. I am reluctant as it has cost little in maintenance and spares and does 50mpg.<br>About ever 5 years - when a manufacturer launches something better than I've already got.<br>More often than not I change my car just to have a change. I've occasionally had to get a new car due my old one dying, but only 3 or 4 times in 25 years of driving and 20-odd carsthat I've had. <br><br />My shortest ownership was a Ford Sierra I completely wrecked a week after I'd bought it, and the longest was a BMW 520i that I had for 4 years before some kind person stoved in the rear end and the insurers said it would cost more to fix than it was worth.<br><br />If I like a car, I'll keep it. I've had my current wheels for over 2 years, but I can feel a replacement coming later this year!<li><a href=http://dating-to-find.blogspot.com/>dating to find</a></li><li><a href=http://skin-condition-caused-by.blogspot.com/>skin condition caused by</a></li>Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-76339382680733690752011-10-25T03:13:00.002-10:002011-10-25T03:13:25.117-10:00Can I change my bi-weekly car payment to monthly payment?I have my car payment through Scotia Bank. My payment is every 2 weeks. Can i change <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> to monthly payment?<br>Can I change my bi-weekly car payment to monthly payment?<br>contact your lender and ask them most lenders will there might be a small fee but if it was a buy here pay here you might be out of luckLionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-11220042645939555842011-10-25T03:13:00.001-10:002011-10-25T03:13:16.456-10:00Tried to change o2 sensor now car wont start?i tried to change my o2 sensor in my 97 accord now the car wont start.<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> just turns over.what could be the problem?<br>Tried to change o2 sensor now car wont start?<br>If you are certain you didnt accidentally unplug anyth<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> else, then you might have another problem. You can check for a broken timing belt by removing the upper half of the timing cover (its held in by 10 mm bolts) then have someone try and start the car. If the belt doesnt turn, then its bad. Also you can check for spark to see if the ignitor in the distributor has gone out, this is a common problem.Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-83530782107519186312011-10-25T03:13:00.000-10:002011-10-25T03:13:05.968-10:00OIL CHANGE: I rarely drive my car, about 1000 miles a year. How often should I get an oil change?I rarely drive my car, about 1000 miles a year. I bought <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> new in 2005 and it currently only has 8000 miles. It goes several months without be<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> driven.<br><br /><br><br />How often should I get an oil change?<br>OIL CHANGE: I rarely drive my car, about 1000 miles a year. How often should I get an oil change?<br>The 3,000 Mile Oil Change MythBy Bill Siuru, Greencar.com provided by: According to a recent study by the California Integrated Waste Management Board, 73 percent of California drivers change their oil more frequently than required. This same scenario no doubt repeats itself across the country. Besides wasting money, this translates into unnecessary consumption of $100-a-barrel oil, much of it imported.<br><br />Using 2005 <a href=http://database.ittwit.com>data</a>, the Board estimates that Californians alone generate about 153.5 million gallons of waste oil annually, of which only about 60 percent is recycled. Used motor oil poses the greatest environmental risk of all automotive fluids because it is insoluble, persistent, and contains heavy metal and toxic chemicals. One gallon of used oil can foul the taste of one million gallons of water.<br><br />? Article provided by GreenCar.com<br><br />It’s been a misconception for years that engine oil should be changed every 3000 miles, even though most auto manufacturers now recommend oil changes at 5,000, 7,000, or even 10,000 mile intervals under normal driving conditions.<br><br />Greatly improved oils, including synthetic oils, coupled with better engines mean longer spans between oil changes without harming an engine. The 3000 mile interval is a carryover from days when engines used single-grade, non-detergent oils.<br><br />For several years, automakers like General Motors, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz have installed computerized syste<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> that alert drivers via an instrument panel light when it’s time to change oil. As an example, the General Motor Oil Life System (GMOLS) analyzes the engine temperature, rpms, vehicle speeds, and other driving conditions to calculate the rate of engine oil degradation. Then, <a href=http://software.ittwit.com>software</a> calculates when the oil needs to be changed. Other systems work similarly.<br><br />Because of the many external conditions and parameters that have to be taken into account, calculating the precise maximum service interval using mathematical models alone is difficult. Now, Daimler AG has developed a more direct and precise way to monitor oil quality directly on board a vehicle.<br><br />Daimler uses a special sensor integrated into the oil circuit to monitor engine oil directly. Oil doesn’t wear out, but rather dirt and impurities cause oil to lose its ability to lubricate properly, dictating the need for a change. Daimler uses the oil’s “permittivity,” that is, the ability to polarize in response to the electric field. If the engine oil is contaminated by water or soot particles, it polarizes to a greater extent and its permittivity increases.<br><br />To evaluate the quality of the oil, permittivity is measured by applying an AC potential between the interior and exterior pipes of an oil-filled sensor to determine how well the oil transmits the applied electric field.<br><br />Because not all impurities can be measured with sufficient precision via the electric field method, Daimler also measures the oil’s viscosity to detect any fuel that may have seeped into the oil. Daimler researchers measure viscosity while the vehicle is in motion by observing the oil's side-to-side motion in the oil sump. The slower the oil moves, the higher its viscosity. This movement is registered by a sensor and the viscosity is calculated on this basis.<br><br />A single sensor, along with the information already monitored by on-board computers, is sufficient to determine the various parameters of the engine oil. Daimler will likely use the technology first on its commercial vehicles. Here, large oil reservoirs mean larger quantities of oil can be saved. Plus, a predicted 25 percent increase between service intervals and reduced downtime will be of interest to fleets, and thus justify the added cost of installation.<br>OIL CHANGE: I rarely drive my car, about 1000 miles a year. How often should I get an oil change?<br>Being that it sits a lot without being driven, you should change the oil at least once a year, if not twice a year. The oil will break down over time and the additives would evaporate out of the oil. When oil gets old, it turns to a greasy sludge, and that's not good for your motor. <br><br />Even though you don't drive the car often, it's probably a good idea to at least start the engine once every 2-4 weeks and drive it a few miles to get it up to temperature and circulate the oil and fluids throughout the engine and drive train. Seals can dry out quickly if they aren't kept lubricated. It may sound funny, but the worst thing you can do to a car is not drive it.<br>Every 3000 miles will do you.(which is about a year seeing as you have 8 now, by the time you reach 9, do it. And oil filter too. Nothing much else happens. You basically are changing the storage container of the oil, from can(or plastic jug) to engine. And oil can stay in cans/jugs for years. The same holds true in the engine, except now that you have opened the can/broken the seal - the micro amounts of additives the oil companies added to the oil will have either evaporated or have become chemically inert...so no benefit(if there was any in the first place.)<br><br /> Your battery is the next thing that will fail on you though.....as it will sulfate up....then not put out a charge or accept a charge. And you will have to replace that-there is no fix.<br><br /> Really, you ought to consider as to why you still own a car; if it is needed so little. Financially, it does not make logical sense. Better to get a horse. It is simple to diagnose : it runs or it is dead.<br>dnt listen to these other people if you dnt want youre engine ruined... you definitely need to at least crank it every now and then to keep the battery charged and keep everything working... and seriously i would advise changing the oil at least every six months, because the oil just sitting like that turns into sludge and it can clog up youre engine and ruin the cylinders and many other things like that... and i would say to drive it kind of hard everynow and then to keep the engine clean of things cause when you drive it hard it blows all the crap in the engine that shouldnt be there out of it... i hope i helped. =)<br>every three months.the car should be started at least 1 time a week.run it to operating temp then your good to go.when the car sits too long the oil that is on the cylinder walls will all run down the cylinder leaving it dry and free to rust,thus dry start.NOT GOOD.if the car sits for long periods and you are not able to start it add risoline-other wise known as slick 50 it coats the cylinder walls better than oil and will extend the viscosity life in the oil about 2-3 extra months.when the car sits too long and the fluids are not being moved thru the engine the seals have a tendency to dry out and begin to leak.<br>If anything, I would recommend driving your car monthly and an oil change once per year should be fine. I have a classic corvette with original engine and I drive it at least once a month without fail. I only put 500 miles on the car each year, and I have found that changing the oil before winter storage is the best time.<br>E<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>erts say around every 6000-8000 miles or twice a year every 6 months for an average driver of around 25,000 miles. I think it comes down to how old your car is ect. I know people that change oil ever 5 years. In your case if your car is over 3 years old don't bother. Once a year would be enough at present.<br>I just watched CNN’s international Channel(3pm EST), breaking the news that oil price spikes again. But the anchor and the reporter assert it is China’s diesel demand contributed to the hike. <br><br /><br><br />Waited a sec ! It is already THIRD time I am hearing CNN’s assertion of China’s diesel demand. The first time was about two weeks ago. What’s going on? <br><br /><br><br />Then, Israel’s-Iran-attack-drill news flashing back-------Which Was Just Happened This Morning ! That “unmistakable signal” is surely an act to have a consequence of oil supply disruption ! Why is it not reported as a oil spiking cause ? !<br><br /><br><br />Time to scapegoat China again before a major offensive ? To verify, I went to CNN web site , there it is :<br><br /><br><br />China hikes fuel prices http://money.cnn.com/2008/06/20/news/int… <br><br /><br><br />China to raise energy prices<br><br />http://money.cnn.com/2008/06/19/news/int…<br><br /><br><br />But nowhere saying that Israel’s-Iran-attack-drill will unstablize the oil supply region, causing the oil price up. <br><br /><br><br />For Israelis Iran Strike Drill see<br><br />http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c…<br>You can probably get away with twice a year. Remember that the oil will break down even if you don't drive it. This also creates varnishes to the inside of the engine.. It heats up just sitting in the summer or winter.<br>I agree with 517. Once a year sounds good. If you seldom drive it, soot still accumulates, and metal parts and gaskets can start to deteriorate from oil that's not moved around that often.<br>As 517 says 'Once a year' but I think you should seriously drive it more often, it won't do it any good just sitting there not being used.<br>when you cant see through the oil that's a good sign that its time to change it other wise just keep it on a regular sched.<br>every 6 months<br>every 3000 miles is best...so your up for a change now... and the way you drive one a yrs maybe<br>Once a year.<br>about once every three years or five years if it's older<br>once u reach like 30,000 or something like that .Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-50787168869710211782011-10-25T03:12:00.005-10:002011-10-25T03:12:55.373-10:00At what age do you change the car seat from rear facing to forward facing?My son is 6 months old on monday and im just wonder<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> what age i turn his car seat from rear facing to forward facing<br>At what age do you change the car seat from rear facing to forward facing?<br>The legal minimum is both 12 months AND 20 lbs. The safest thing to do is to remain rear facing to the rear facing lim<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> of your child's convertible seat (which will be 30, 33, or 35 lbs depending on model).<br><br /><br><br />From: http://www.carseat.org/<br><br />Why is facing rearward so important?<br><br /><br><br />Babies have heavy heads and fragile necks. The neck bones are soft, and the ligaments are stretchy. If the baby is facing forward in a frontal crash (the most common and most severe type of crash), the body is held back by the straps, but the head is not. The head is thrust forward, stretching the neck. Older children and adults wearing safety belts may end up with temporary neck injuries. But a baby's neck bones are soft and actually separate during a crash, and the spinal cord can tear. It's like yanking an electrical plug out of a socket by the cord and breaking the wires.<br><br /><br><br />In contrast, when a baby rides facing rearward, the whole body--head, neck, and torso--is cradled by the back of the safety seat in a frontal crash. Facing rearward also protects the baby better in other types of crashes, particularly side impacts.<br>At what age do you change the car seat from rear facing to forward facing?<br>Not until they are a year old.<br>At the very least 1 year and 20 lbs. He must be both. But if he's over 20 lbs he still has to be 1 year.<br>Msot state laws they have to be 20lbs AND a year old.<br><br />But, keeping a baby rear- facing for as long as possible is best! My daughter was 16 months before I turned her around.<br>You can check with your local DMV website for their regulations, here in Colorado, the child has to be 1yr and 20 lbs or more to be front facing...I think that some states are different .<br><br /><br><br /><br><br />Just to add...baby has to be both year and 20 lbs not one or the other.<br>One year old!<br>Each state is different. But, it's safest to wait as long as possible. The soonest you can do it as at 1 year AND at least 20 pounds. You would need to be using a convertible seat too. Infant bucket seats aren't meant to face forward.<br>All infants younger than 1 year and who weigh less than 20 pounds should always ride rear-facing.Children 1 year of age and at least 20 pounds can ride forward-facing. It is best to ride rear-facing as long as possible.<br>They say wait until your baby is 20 lbs AND 1 year old. Some babies reach 20 lbs by the time they're 4 months old, and other not until they're 2 years old. Most will hit 20 lbs around their first birthday, hence this %26quot;rule%26quot;. I switched when my son was 11 months.<br>In California, the child must be one year old AND 20 pounds.<br>Year old OR 20 lbs<br>you sound like me. my baby will be 6 months the 19th. we are starting the sitting up thing. i think my other two kids i changed when they were about 11 months. but they were over 20 pounds i know. i am ready to change too. they get heavy and you want to be able to look at them in the car!!! hang in there, we'll get there. rather safe than sorry.Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-72940845948747475222011-10-25T03:12:00.004-10:002011-10-25T03:12:50.185-10:00Is it safe to change a car's Fuel Pump?A few days ago, my 1996 Jeep Cherokee 4wd v6 suddenly just stopped mov<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> while I was driving. Everything electrical was still running (stereo was still playing and the lights were on) but when I pressed the accelerator, the car stopped moving. I shut the car off and but I couldn't get <a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a> to start. Again, the whole electrical system works, I checked the battery, fuses, etc. The car had a tune up and the engine was recently checked. When opening the throttle to let air in while trying to start the car, I didn't smell any gas in the air so many here have suspected that it is the fuel pump that died. I already made sure I had gas in the system, but would it be safe for me to change that part myself? I've changed a bunch of engine, electrical, and exhaust parts myself on it, but because this has to do with gas i'm not sure what's most advisable? Also, does anyone else have a suggestion as to what else may be wrong with it and to check?<br>Is it safe to change a car's Fuel Pump?<br>I know you said you checked the fuel going to the engine and all the fuses. I would check the shrader valve on the fuel rail under the hood. Valve looks like a tire stem with a cap just stick a pen inside to see if you have fuel pressure. Don't get alarmed if the fuel squirts out (just don't have a cig in your mouth). Turn the ignition to the on position, but don't try to start the engine. With the radio and all accessories off listen real close to see if you hear a hum from the fuel pump priming up. Switch the key on and off several times.<br><br /><br><br />If you do hear a hum go check the shrader valve to see if there is fuel there. If so then your problem is somewhere else.<br><br /><br><br />If you don't hear the hum of the fuel pump then replacing it not real difficult. You will have to drop your gas tank ( hope you don't have much fuel in it). If you do it right you can just loosen the straps on the tank and remove the hose from the gas cap tube and lean the tank down to exchange the pump. The whole fuel pump assembly will come out, (float, strainer, etc). Replace the pump and strainer. On a scale of 1-10 I would label the job a 7 in difficulty.<br><br /><br><br />If you buy a Haynes manual it should guide you through the whole process. But be for sure it's the fuel pump and not the pressure regulator, or fuel shut off switch, thing of that natural before you replace it.<br>Is it safe to change a car's Fuel Pump?<br>Are you a trained mechanic?<br><br />No, then there's your answer.<br><br /><br><br />However, if you want to learn, have someone who knows what (s)he's doing watching over your shoulder.<br><br /><br><br />As someone else posted...make sure you're well ventillated - even after you drain the fuel from the tank and lines.<br><br /><br><br />Oh, don't do like one Darwin Award winner and use car batteries in place of jacks. ;)<br>An internal combustion engine requires three components in order to function.<br><br />Fuel<br><br />Compression<br><br />Ignition<br><br /><br><br />Either of the three %26quot;could%26quot; be the problem. Lights, camera, action is no indication that you have spark.<br><br /><br><br />Do you have a repair manual? if not, get one and go through the troubleshooting procedures.<br><br /><br><br />Whenever working on the fuel system, always disconnect the battery first. Make sure there are no other sources of ignition in the area and be well ventilated, you'll be fine.<br><br /><br><br />Cars only blow up in movies.<br>When doing work on the fuel system I always set up a large fan to blow the fumes away. Just be real careful.<br>i would change the gas filter first and if youe sure its the pump, then go ahead and change it. you can do it, as long as you know how and take your time, i did it many times, but change that gas filter first, it might be clogged up.<li><a href=http://dry-hair-zx.blogspot.com/>dry hair</a></li><li><a href=http://acne-on-back-shoulders.blogspot.com/>acne on back shoulders</a></li>Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-712181180509495925.post-28505692928382621832011-10-25T03:12:00.003-10:002011-10-25T03:12:40.501-10:00Do I have to change my car plate when I move from CA to OR?I moved from Cali to Oregon last August but I still have Cali plate and license do I have to change them? Is there any fees if I am late?<br>Do I have to change my car plate when I move from CA to OR?<br>Like everyone else said, yes there are fees, but take this into consideration. The DMV is so backed up that they are never go<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> to know exactly when you moved. So just provide a move date at the Oregon DMV that is w<a href=http://www.ittwit.com>it</a>hin the time frame required to avoid penalties. <br><br /><br><br />Some may say this is wrong, but I say what is truly wrong are the e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>ensive outrageous penalties states charge (at least that's how I justify it to myself ;) )<br><br /><br><br />http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/DMV/new2or/mo鈥?/a><br><br /><br><br />Check out this site for accurate info on what the specific time frame is or just call the DMV.<br>Do I have to change my car plate when I move from CA to OR?<br>Yes u do have to change ur plate unless ur a out of state student or living in Oregon seasonal. There isn't a late fee but there probably a fee to change your license %26amp; plates.<br>I would be willing to bet that Oregon requires you to register your car in that state within a certain time frame. It has been the case in every state where I have lived. Usually that time frame is something quite short, like within 10 days or 2 weeks. You may have to pay a fine if you are substantially late in registering the car, and you may also have to pay property taxes on the vehicle in addition to the registration fees.<br><br /><br><br />I recommend calling the local DMV office to be sure.<br>You should have changed them during the first 30 days in Oregon. No late fees, only a potential citation. Transfer them now !Lionelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06255729636664559669noreply@blogger.com