Automotive Technologies

Is there such a thing as "internal" vs "external" rotor venting?

If someone says there is such a thing as internally vs externally vented brake rotors (for cars) - what could they mean...

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posted by MoPar

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bolt/nut grades

I have to replace an M14 class 10.9 (SAE grade 8, AIUI). I can get the bolt locally. But, at the same store, or anywher...

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posted by gbeccles

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Tire Size

For a 1992 Honda Accord ExR - tire size is - 195 60R 15. Is it safe to use 195 65R 15 ? Will this be as effective normal...

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posted by DAVE NARAYAN

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Overheated car

I have a 98HondaCivic and there's a black gooey like substance in the coolant recovery tank and a lot of steam blowing...

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posted by skeleton17erik

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How to choose the best balanced tire when selecting by red & yellow dots out of a large selection of tires?

Given that you can have manufacturers' red and yellow match mounting balancing dots can occur at any location on the ti...

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posted by cariadmenywod

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[Q} Single axle brake analyzers awd compatibility

I've never seen brake analyzers in the States but they are everywhere in urop. The thing is typically single axle and s...

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posted by aglyport

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gaskets on thermostat housing GM 3.8

I have a 2004 grandprix with non turbo 3.8L it is leaking slightly from the thermostat housing to intake area. None of...

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posted by sound

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Clay bar safe ?

Is the use of a clay bar safe on cars if used sparingly. ?

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posted by andrewkennedy775

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Seat belt problems

I am having a problem with my seat belt. The belt does not completely retract. So when I close my door, it can not do s...

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posted by andrewkennedy775

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I used to buy tires from TireRack - now SimpleTire (how can they do it?)

For years, I have been buying tires from TireRack, opting to mount them and static balance them myself at home. This we...

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posted by Jonas123Schneider

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O.T. Growing up ?

I try to be positive. http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/ Do you think Trump will grow up b4 he leaves office. I tend to thi...

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posted by andrewkennedy775

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What causes a spark plug terminal to corrode through inside the insulator?

Encountered something new. Had an intermittent miss on my '99 Explorer so I changed the plugs that were in it when I go...

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posted by brassplyer

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John Deer, and then what? American cars and trucks?

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posted by dhiaduit

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Brake pads on BMW

I have a 2012 BMW 3 series. I recently had two tyres replaced in a tyre and exhaust centre, and the man told me that bo...

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posted by the_todal

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GM going overboard with jetsam

Recently GM has sold off various divisions in Africa, Asia and Europe and is closing the factory at Holden, which will...

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posted by pedro1492

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