Automotive Technologies

All Cars Metric These Days Re Fasteners ?

Hello, Just curious: Are all cars mfg. in the U.S., both "foreign" and "American" brands, all Metric these days regardin...

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posted by rgsros

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eaton 12 bolt posi; preload spring plates touching side gears?

decided to go through the differential when changing rear gears. Clutches look good; rear was working well when it last...

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posted by hillpc

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damper (shock absorber) query

Most modern dampers are non-linear. They claim to have a multitude of valves, so that damping is different on up and do...

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posted by pedro1492

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Radiator Leak

Hi, I have a small hole in my radiator. Can somone recommend a good product that I can add that will make a paermant sea...

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posted by andrewcd1

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Replacing AC condensor - what if I don't evacuate system before recharge?

I'm replacing the AC condensor on my 300m. The car originally had R-134a (.71 kg or 25 oz or 1.56 lbs according to the...

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posted by MoPar

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Shock oil- not for hydr. jacks- why?

Shock absorber oil is apparently not supposed to used in hydraulic jacks (bottle jacks, floor jacks, etc.). Anyone know...

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posted by cf005

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fender removal

how do i remove fender from 1989 GMC vandura, spot welds undone

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posted by mikethebike

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Wheel and Tire Fitment Application

Here is a link to the KBH Wheel and Tire Fitment Application: http://www.kbhscape.com/wheel.htm The application uses wh...

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posted by emptypost

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Takata.

Google,,, Popular Mechanics Massive Takata Airbag Recall I am Glad my vehicles are too old to have Airbags.

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posted by dhiaduit

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Hitch Installation For Bike Carrier ?

Hello, Considering installing a rear Hitch on car (2015 Subaru Outback) to carry one of those Hitch mounted bike carrie...

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posted by rgsros

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Removing Pine Tar and Bird doo: What to use ?

Hello, New Subaru Outback, 2015 Twilight Blue Metallic. Car is left outside, so has accumulated a fair amount of bird-d...

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posted by rgsros

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2002 nissan altimas 6 cly wont start after key was made

hi I have an 2002 Nissan Altima's 3.5L SE model I really don't know what happen to it I b ought at auction had no batte...

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posted by sammyrocks66

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converter-resonator coupling split flange?

'04 Cavalier. The converter outlet coupling failed - the bolts broke, and the bolt holes in both flanges are pretty muc...

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posted by gbeccles

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Filling In Very Light Scratches ?

Hello, Have a relatively new Outback, and has received some "light" scratches on the door panel, probably in parking lo...

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posted by rgsros

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CVS transmissions

Competing new car salesman claim CVS transmissions are the greatest things since sliced bread and disasters waiting to e...

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posted by briang

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