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Is this a fair amount to pay for car maintenance?

jackskin — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 04:04:42 +0000

Is $390 a fair price to pair for new inner tire rods and labor??

How about $279.10 for new brake pads? I drive a 2000 Mitsubishi Galant.

What do I expect to look at for maintenance on a car?

jackskin — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:21:04 +0000

Ok, So I was wondering what do I look at for maintenance of a car?
I need a list of things that is considered “maintenance”.
Oh yes I am going to buy a 240sx and I need every detail on what I need to look at, before looking into spending on the car.

(Do not ask for my age,gender, or nationality)

SCX 1/43 Compact car maintenance

jackskin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:23:42 +0000

How to work on you SCX 1/43 Compact cars.

Basic Car Tune-Up : How to Check the Rotor Button

jackskin — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 00:20:04 +0000

Maintain the life of your car with regular maintenance and tune-ups. Learn how to check the rotor button with expert auto maintenance tips in this important free car repair video. Expert: Nathan McCullough Bio: Nathan McCullough graduated from Nashville Auto-Diesel College with a GPA of 3.5 and received their Craftsmanship Award and Honor Seal. Filmmaker: Robert Rogers

Basic Car Tune-Up : How to Check Transmission Fluid

jackskin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:20:48 +0000

Maintain the life of your car with regular maintenance and tune-ups. Learn how to check the transmission fluid with expert auto maintenance tips in this important free car repair video. Expert: Nathan McCullough Bio: Nathan McCullough graduated from Nashville Auto-Diesel College with a GPA of 3.5 and received their Craftsmanship Award and Honor Seal. Filmmaker: Robert Rogers

Auto Repair & Maintenance : How to Loosen Rusty Nuts, Bolts & Screws

jackskin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:20:46 +0000

In order to loosen rusty nuts, bolts and screws, use a product called PV Blaster and spray it on the object. Let PV Blaster sit on rusty nuts, bolts and screws for 10 minutes before removing them with help from an auto mechanic in this free video on car maintenance and repairs. Expert: Tom Brintzenhofe Bio: Tom Brintzenhofe has been a mechanic for the past 17 years. Filmmaker: Reel Media LLC

Which car would be more economical in terms of mileage and maintenance – fiesta diesel or petrol?

jackskin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:20:10 +0000

Initially fiesta petrol costs much less than fiesta diesel. Though fiesta diesel would be more economical in terms of running a car as compared to fiesta petrol. But what i have heard is that diesel cars require more maintenance as compared to petrol cars.

Would this be the case with fiesta diesel? Would the highly refined engine of fiesta diesel require more maintenance? Has anyone used fiesta for over a long time and seen the maintenance cost of fiesta diesel?

Auto Repair & Maintenance : Clean Battery Leakage

jackskin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:23:31 +0000

Cleaning up battery leaks on a car requires safety and the use of safety glasses. Use a wire brush to clean car battery leaks and corrosion with help from an auto mechanic in this free video on car maintenance and repairs. Expert: Tom Brintzenhofe Bio: Tom Brintzenhofe has been a mechanic for the past 17 years. Filmmaker: Reel Media LLC

Basic Car Tune-Up : How to Check Car Spark Plugs

jackskin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:23:14 +0000

Maintain the life of your car with regular maintenance and tune-ups. Learn how to check the spark plugs with expert auto maintenance tips in this important free car repair video. Expert: Nathan McCullough Bio: Nathan McCullough graduated from Nashville Auto-Diesel College with a GPA of 3.5 and received their Craftsmanship Award and Honor Seal. Filmmaker: Robert Rogers

My car Maintenance light is flashing?

jackskin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:22:53 +0000

I have a Toyota matrix 2005 and suddenly the maintenance lights start flashing it flash six time i want to know what that’s mean its hard to know what kind of maintenance it needs so please someone who knows the right answer to fix my car TEN direct points thanks to all guys
The car has 30,000 miles and the light that is flashing is the maintenence light is not the check engine light and it flash six times

Car Maintenance Tips : How to Connect a Wiper Motor

jackskin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:22:46 +0000

Connecting a wiper motor is done by first locating the wiper transmission, which is usually inside the cowling area underneath the hood. Locate the windshield wiper parts that need replacing with tips from an auto repair shop manager in this free video on car maintenance. Expert: Brent Ferguson Contact: www,goodneighborautoservice.com Bio: Brent Ferguson is the manager of Good Neighbor Shell and Auto Service in Nashville, Tenn. Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge

Car Maintenance: Valve Adjustment : Acura Cylinder 4 Exhaust Valve Adjustment: Part 2

jackskin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:22:38 +0000

For a valve adjustment on an Acura Integra, a mechanic tightens the exhaust valve clearance to between 59 and 79 thousandths of an inch. Watch an automotive service excellence (ASE) certified master mechanic adjust exhaust valves in this free video on car maintenance. Expert: Mark Blocker Bio: Mark Blocker is a semi-retired ASE-certified master mechanic with more than 20 years of automotive experience. Filmmaker: Daron Stetner

What type of car (make, model, year etc) is easy maintenance?

jackskin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:22:38 +0000

Our old 2000 Ford Focus was a pain in the wallet, now that it finally called it quits, we’re looking for a used car that is easy maintenance, and doesn’t need expensive repairs all the time, at least not repairs that dealers or greedy mechanics charge out the wazoo. What’s the best vehicle for the money? Any suggestions?

Learning to Drive: basic car maintenance

jackskin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:22:35 +0000

Get under the bonnet and learn some essential tips to maintain your motor. **www.TheSite.org**

Auto Repair & Maintenance : How to Purchase the Right Gasoline

jackskin — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:58:14 +0000

Individual vehicles serve different purposes and are built to run on a certain octane of fuel or gasoline. Call a dealership or consult the owner’s manual of a car before buying gas with help from an auto mechanic in this free video on car maintenance and repairs. Expert: Tom Brintzenhofe Bio: Tom Brintzenhofe has been a mechanic for the past 17 years. Filmmaker: Reel Media LLC

Auto Repair & Maintenance : How to Change a Radiator

jackskin — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:57:58 +0000

When changing a car radiator, make sure the car is cool and drain the radiator before removing it. Use a pair of plier to remove radiator hoses when changing radiators with help from an auto mechanic in this free video on car maintenance and repairs. Expert: Tom Brintzenhofe Bio: Tom Brintzenhofe has been a mechanic for the past 17 years. Filmmaker: Reel Media LLC

Car Maintenance : How to Add Windshield Washer Fluid

jackskin — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:39:56 +0000

The reservoir for adding windshield washer fluid is usually labeled on the top of the cap. Find out why windshield wiper fluid should contain deicer with help from a specialist in car restoration in this free video on car maintenance and auto repairs. Expert: Gabe Braedt Bio: Gabe Braedt currently works restoring car bodies at a local shop. Filmmaker: stephen kuykendall

How to Change Motor Oil : How to Find an Oil Leak on a Car

jackskin — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:39:14 +0000

Find an oil leak on a car when performing an oil change;learn how from our expert car mechanic in this free auto-maintenance video. Expert: Doug Jenkins Bio: Doug, of Doug Jenkins Custom Hot Rods, not only servers the entire nation, but even customers outside the US have found the shop’s services indispensable. Filmmaker: Ross Safronoff

Where can I find a good “Do-It-Yourself” guide for routine car maintenance/repairs?

jackskin — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 20:53:36 +0000

Besides my vehicle’s manual, I mean.

What is regular maintenance on a car?

jackskin — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 20:53:29 +0000

So I just got myself a Hyundai elantra and I know nothing about cars. Is there a list of things I should do before I drive the car? And what regular maintenance do i need to do and how often should i do it?