I have a 2004 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab with a V8 4.7 Liter. My axle ratio is 3.55. I have 17 inch tires and they recommend 44 PSI. My GVWR is 6010lbs with a maximum trailer weight of 4,450. I am planning on pulling a 22 foot camper which is around 3,800lbs. Whew!, now to my question. Should I be changing my tire pressure when pulling the camper and if so, by how much. Thanks.Changing tire pressure when towing?
Unless your tires are load range E the max tire air pressure is 44 psi. Tires get really hot pulling that much weight. Air pressure in the tires will increase as the tire gets hotter. If you start off with 44 psi You can end up with as much as 50 to 60 psi after the tire gets hot exceeding the tires max air pressure and possibly blowing the tire. Open the drivers door and look for a tag that has the tire size and recommended air pressure. It should be between 32 to 36 for Lt rated tires or (50-Front 80-rear for Load range E tires.Changing tire pressure when towing?
I believe so, however you have to read the manual since that'll tell you by how much.
The factory pressure specs will be good enough for that... If you have more pressure in the tire then you pass the capacity that is SAFELY recommended for that tire. Also, with the weight of a trailer or camper too much pressure will increase the risk of a blowout.
This info is printed right on the side of the tire. It tells the max pressure you can use at the max weight.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Could you explain JUST IN 5 steps how to change a tyre?
imagine that you have to explain by 5 frames drawings!.. kind of a challenge...Could you explain JUST IN 5 steps how to change a tyre?
1. loosen the lug nuts while still on the ground don't take off just loose
2. jack ep wheel make sure th other wheels are blocked from rolling
3. take the lug nuts all the way off and remove the old wheel
4. put the spare tire on and snug up the bolts
5. lower the vehicle tighten the lug nuts and your doneCould you explain JUST IN 5 steps how to change a tyre?
1. use jack to raise car
2. take tire off
3. put new tire on.
4. take car off jack
5. have a beer.
1.loosen the nuts
2. jack up the car
3. take out he tyre and put in the new one.
4.lower the jack and tighten the nuts
1. Set parking brake and put transmission in gear or in park.
2. Loosen wheel nuts.
3. Raise car.
4. Remove/replace wheel.
5. Lower car.
6. Tighten wheel nuts.
I wouldn't recommend leaving any of these steps out, especially if the person needs to have it explained in pictures.
If you are a woman, you can do it in 2 steps.
1) Put on high heels and short skirt.
2) Stand by flat tire and look sad.
Flat tire will be fixed in 2 minutes by a team of men.
You don't know? It's the first thing I learned in driver traning.
start car
stop car
call AMA
get tow truck driver to do it
sell car.....if you cant change a tire buy a bus pass.
1. loosen the lug nuts while still on the ground don't take off just loose
2. jack ep wheel make sure th other wheels are blocked from rolling
3. take the lug nuts all the way off and remove the old wheel
4. put the spare tire on and snug up the bolts
5. lower the vehicle tighten the lug nuts and your doneCould you explain JUST IN 5 steps how to change a tyre?
1. use jack to raise car
2. take tire off
3. put new tire on.
4. take car off jack
5. have a beer.
1.loosen the nuts
2. jack up the car
3. take out he tyre and put in the new one.
4.lower the jack and tighten the nuts
1. Set parking brake and put transmission in gear or in park.
2. Loosen wheel nuts.
3. Raise car.
4. Remove/replace wheel.
5. Lower car.
6. Tighten wheel nuts.
I wouldn't recommend leaving any of these steps out, especially if the person needs to have it explained in pictures.
If you are a woman, you can do it in 2 steps.
1) Put on high heels and short skirt.
2) Stand by flat tire and look sad.
Flat tire will be fixed in 2 minutes by a team of men.
You don't know? It's the first thing I learned in driver traning.
start car
stop car
call AMA
get tow truck driver to do it
sell car.....if you cant change a tire buy a bus pass.
Question on changing tire in your car?
hi
am feeling some kind of wobbing effect in my front right tire in my car...whenever i drive, or press the accelerator at a signal, i get the feeling as though something at the front right wheel,is pulling me to the right......
i checked with the local tire shop and they say seems like the tire might be bad ( i know some tire shoppers just lie, thinking i might buy a new tire,if they say that)...
so,how do i get this fixed.......if at all i have to change the tire, can i go for a used one....Question on changing tire in your car?
The only real way to know if a tire is wobbling is to get with a friend and have them drive alongside you and observe the tire as it is in motion. If they see no wobbling, then you most likely an alignment is necessary.
If the tires have been on your vehicle without rotation for a while, they will actually show unusual wear in various places if your vehicle requires aligning. You can see diagrams that detail the unusual wear and tear at various tire places, like NTB, National Tire %26amp; Battery.
Also, if you see no unusual wear and no wobbling of the tire, your passenger-side suspension is the next thing to check. I recommend checking first the a-frame bushings, lower and upper.
Does the wobbling intensify while turning the steering wheel? If so, is it intensified on the right turn or the left or both? Another factor in the front of your car is the power steering column. Check tie rods for tightness. These are just a few ideas to take to a mechanic to diagnose a direct cause. If bushings need to be replaced, that will be the cheapest of all replacement items.
What vehicle do you drive? Front-wheel drive or rear-wheel?Question on changing tire in your car?
Sounds more like you need a Front End Alignment and NOT a new tires.. Stay clear of places like Pep Boys and American Tire they will rip you off
There is a lot of things that this could be. Check the balance of the tire. Check the front alignment. Check the lug nuts.
It is possible that the front tire is bad, but I would stay away from a used one, only because you dont know any history on it. It could have come off of a car that was on fire and the tire is weak. I realize cost enters into this. Generally you want to replace both tires on that end of the car unless the other is pretty new. If you dont plan on buying one for the other side pretty soon, as it will accelerate wear on that tire.
Change the front two tires around, and then you will know its the tire if it pulls the other way. My guess would be its out of alignment or your tire pressure is low on one side.
You could have a bad tire, what some call a broken belt. one way to check is jack the car up so the front wheels will spin. then looking at the tire from the front of the car spin the tire as fast as you can, if the tire spin straight it is most likely good. if it has a wobble, it is most likely bad. Used tires are just that used. You take a chance anytime you buy anything used. I have good luck with used tires. I get them from a junk yard.
Depends on the condition of the tire. Is it properly inflated? Does the tread look worn. You can tell how your tire is turning by the wear.
Your car can be out of alignment and cause the wobble. If you do replace a tire, you should always replace two and put those on the front and the better ones on the rear.
Geeze!
Befoire doing all that crap, check to see if the bolts/nuts holding the tire in place are all tight.
check your tire pressure, esp. make sure the front ones have the same air pressure. If it still pulls it could be an alignment. How old is the car? You mentioned that when you accelerate, there's a funny feeling at the right front wheel. Does it make a popping sound when you turn corners? if so it could be a CV joint that's going bad. Need more info.
am feeling some kind of wobbing effect in my front right tire in my car...whenever i drive, or press the accelerator at a signal, i get the feeling as though something at the front right wheel,is pulling me to the right......
i checked with the local tire shop and they say seems like the tire might be bad ( i know some tire shoppers just lie, thinking i might buy a new tire,if they say that)...
so,how do i get this fixed.......if at all i have to change the tire, can i go for a used one....Question on changing tire in your car?
The only real way to know if a tire is wobbling is to get with a friend and have them drive alongside you and observe the tire as it is in motion. If they see no wobbling, then you most likely an alignment is necessary.
If the tires have been on your vehicle without rotation for a while, they will actually show unusual wear in various places if your vehicle requires aligning. You can see diagrams that detail the unusual wear and tear at various tire places, like NTB, National Tire %26amp; Battery.
Also, if you see no unusual wear and no wobbling of the tire, your passenger-side suspension is the next thing to check. I recommend checking first the a-frame bushings, lower and upper.
Does the wobbling intensify while turning the steering wheel? If so, is it intensified on the right turn or the left or both? Another factor in the front of your car is the power steering column. Check tie rods for tightness. These are just a few ideas to take to a mechanic to diagnose a direct cause. If bushings need to be replaced, that will be the cheapest of all replacement items.
What vehicle do you drive? Front-wheel drive or rear-wheel?Question on changing tire in your car?
Sounds more like you need a Front End Alignment and NOT a new tires.. Stay clear of places like Pep Boys and American Tire they will rip you off
There is a lot of things that this could be. Check the balance of the tire. Check the front alignment. Check the lug nuts.
It is possible that the front tire is bad, but I would stay away from a used one, only because you dont know any history on it. It could have come off of a car that was on fire and the tire is weak. I realize cost enters into this. Generally you want to replace both tires on that end of the car unless the other is pretty new. If you dont plan on buying one for the other side pretty soon, as it will accelerate wear on that tire.
Change the front two tires around, and then you will know its the tire if it pulls the other way. My guess would be its out of alignment or your tire pressure is low on one side.
You could have a bad tire, what some call a broken belt. one way to check is jack the car up so the front wheels will spin. then looking at the tire from the front of the car spin the tire as fast as you can, if the tire spin straight it is most likely good. if it has a wobble, it is most likely bad. Used tires are just that used. You take a chance anytime you buy anything used. I have good luck with used tires. I get them from a junk yard.
Depends on the condition of the tire. Is it properly inflated? Does the tread look worn. You can tell how your tire is turning by the wear.
Your car can be out of alignment and cause the wobble. If you do replace a tire, you should always replace two and put those on the front and the better ones on the rear.
Geeze!
Befoire doing all that crap, check to see if the bolts/nuts holding the tire in place are all tight.
check your tire pressure, esp. make sure the front ones have the same air pressure. If it still pulls it could be an alignment. How old is the car? You mentioned that when you accelerate, there's a funny feeling at the right front wheel. Does it make a popping sound when you turn corners? if so it could be a CV joint that's going bad. Need more info.
When u change a tire how to u balance it?
when you get your wheels balance they put lil weights on the inner side of the rim but you need a get them balance w/ a machine that any tire shop has it'll cost you around 5 to 10 dollars a tire depending on your wheel size but if you just changed a tire cuz you got a flat then dont worryWhen u change a tire how to u balance it?
With a wheel balancer. Which if you have the money and the knowledge to use it, you can buy one for @$4000.When u change a tire how to u balance it?
';U'; dont. it is balanced when they put the tire onto the rim at the tire Store.
Are you changing a tire from the rim or changing a tire from the car to the spare? Normally is done in the shop which mounts the tire onto the rim. They have the tools.
very carefully or it will fall on your leg %26amp; hurt you.
With a wheel balancer. Which if you have the money and the knowledge to use it, you can buy one for @$4000.When u change a tire how to u balance it?
';U'; dont. it is balanced when they put the tire onto the rim at the tire Store.
Are you changing a tire from the rim or changing a tire from the car to the spare? Normally is done in the shop which mounts the tire onto the rim. They have the tools.
very carefully or it will fall on your leg %26amp; hurt you.
I am going on a road trip. i need to spend at least $100 on car preparation?
list of things i need to get my car ready (oil change, tire rotation, etc.) along with prices on how much it will cost.I am going on a road trip. i need to spend at least $100 on car preparation?
good luck on your road trip ! alot of places offer free 16 point inspections i suggest you have your vehicle thoroughly inspected before you go on this trip ! brakes - oil %26amp; filter - belts - hoses - tune up - tires - brake lines - air filter and so on. the inspection is free but as far as the work they can only replace what you tell them to, any additional work is on them , just write down what you gave them the ok to do and agree on a price prior to the work being performed.I am going on a road trip. i need to spend at least $100 on car preparation?
If you go to Meineke, a tire rotation, alignment, oil change, etc. will cost you $40. Go on their wesite for the full details.
Just do an overall check of the car. make sure the battery is good and check out all the lights to see if they all work. Check wiper blades,and make sure all you guages are working properly. make sure car has been fully serviced. also check your spare tire and jack with a handle. Most important check the belts (fan/alt. a/c power steering ) and all fluid levels which is part of maintenance. Make sure everything works.advise for investment banking name my dog
good luck on your road trip ! alot of places offer free 16 point inspections i suggest you have your vehicle thoroughly inspected before you go on this trip ! brakes - oil %26amp; filter - belts - hoses - tune up - tires - brake lines - air filter and so on. the inspection is free but as far as the work they can only replace what you tell them to, any additional work is on them , just write down what you gave them the ok to do and agree on a price prior to the work being performed.I am going on a road trip. i need to spend at least $100 on car preparation?
If you go to Meineke, a tire rotation, alignment, oil change, etc. will cost you $40. Go on their wesite for the full details.
Just do an overall check of the car. make sure the battery is good and check out all the lights to see if they all work. Check wiper blades,and make sure all you guages are working properly. make sure car has been fully serviced. also check your spare tire and jack with a handle. Most important check the belts (fan/alt. a/c power steering ) and all fluid levels which is part of maintenance. Make sure everything works.
What equipment does AAA use to change flat tire and how does it do it?
I have had bad experiences with AAA!!!
They have had me find my jack for them to use and my jack is puny and wasn't able to raise my vehicle on the side of the road on gravel. They had me move it using a destroyed rim (the tire exploded on the highway, then the rim was ground down and cracked) so I was up on the pavement so my jack would lift some.
I ran out of gas and the guy expected me to have a gas can he could use to put some gas in my tank. I didn't have a gas can so he grabbed on old plastic coke bottle in the back of my vehicle and started dumping out the coke so he could use it to put gas in my tank! I took the bottle away and told him there was NO WAY he was going to put gas in my tank using a bottle with coke in it! He looked all upset about me being difficult and then called for someone else to bring a gas can for him to use. They brought a gas can without a spout on it so when he tried to add the gas it dumped all down the side and only a little made it into the tank! I actually started yelling at him AND when I got home I called AAA and was yelling at _them_ for what they were doing! I was incredibly upset at their incompetence. And almost every time I used my AAA the people screwed things up in ways that were unbelievable! What equipment does AAA use to change flat tire and how does it do it?
AAA only dispatches a tow company that they have an agreement with and the tow operator fixes your tire. The tow truck is equipped with a fair number of tools and has an air inflation system mounted on it. It takes longer for AA to dispatch the tow than for the tow to replace your tire. The AAA dispatcher will ask if you have a good spare and if not will ask you to get the tire measurements and oftentimes the tow operator will bring the tire if need be.
They have had me find my jack for them to use and my jack is puny and wasn't able to raise my vehicle on the side of the road on gravel. They had me move it using a destroyed rim (the tire exploded on the highway, then the rim was ground down and cracked) so I was up on the pavement so my jack would lift some.
I ran out of gas and the guy expected me to have a gas can he could use to put some gas in my tank. I didn't have a gas can so he grabbed on old plastic coke bottle in the back of my vehicle and started dumping out the coke so he could use it to put gas in my tank! I took the bottle away and told him there was NO WAY he was going to put gas in my tank using a bottle with coke in it! He looked all upset about me being difficult and then called for someone else to bring a gas can for him to use. They brought a gas can without a spout on it so when he tried to add the gas it dumped all down the side and only a little made it into the tank! I actually started yelling at him AND when I got home I called AAA and was yelling at _them_ for what they were doing! I was incredibly upset at their incompetence. And almost every time I used my AAA the people screwed things up in ways that were unbelievable! What equipment does AAA use to change flat tire and how does it do it?
AAA only dispatches a tow company that they have an agreement with and the tow operator fixes your tire. The tow truck is equipped with a fair number of tools and has an air inflation system mounted on it. It takes longer for AA to dispatch the tow than for the tow to replace your tire. The AAA dispatcher will ask if you have a good spare and if not will ask you to get the tire measurements and oftentimes the tow operator will bring the tire if need be.
What is the actual bolt pattern...I know how to change a tire..lol thanks guys?
Ok so Im a girl..lol..I know how to change a tire.. I just dont know the bolt pattern to my 2001 Jeep Cherokee Larado limited edition?What is the actual bolt pattern...I know how to change a tire..lol thanks guys?
I don't want to ';snow'; you with a lot of information but the bolt center a metric distance on your Jeep. Flip any wheel street side down on your vehicle. The bolt center is measured from the dead center of one lug hole - skip a hole and measure to the far side of the second or hole after the one you skipped. In your case the bolt center is 5 (number of lugs) X 127 mm. One millimeter = .0393700. If you want to know what the bolt center is in inches, multiply 127mm X .0383700.
You could have found this information by going to: tirerack.com and key-in wheels for your Jeep. Click on a wheel diameter exactly like yours. The bolt center, wheel off-set and wheel width will be shown.What is the actual bolt pattern...I know how to change a tire..lol thanks guys?
Bolt pattern... hmmmm... when tightening lug nuts you just gradually snug them up going from opposite nuts all the way around to avoid tightening down one side first. Mix em up by opposite sides more or less. Random.
Jeep made 2 different Cherokees, the regular Cherokee and the Grand Cherokee. In 2001, the Grand Cherokee used a 5 lug with a spacing of 4-3/4';, while the standard Cherokee used a 5 lug, 4-1/2'; spacing.
you mean how to tighten the lug nuts ? the way i do it is with a criss cross motion.
When tightening lug nuts, first tighten them all hand tight or snub then start again and tighten them as much as possible with the vehicle still supported. Lower the vehicle just enough where roughly half of the weight is on the tire and tighten according to the recommended torque.
If it's a 4-bolt pattern, tighten in a criss cross pattern like you're drawing a fish.
If it's a 5-bolt pattern, tighten like you are drawing a 5 pointed star.
6-bolt pattern, tighten like you are drawing a 6 pointed star.
I don't want to ';snow'; you with a lot of information but the bolt center a metric distance on your Jeep. Flip any wheel street side down on your vehicle. The bolt center is measured from the dead center of one lug hole - skip a hole and measure to the far side of the second or hole after the one you skipped. In your case the bolt center is 5 (number of lugs) X 127 mm. One millimeter = .0393700. If you want to know what the bolt center is in inches, multiply 127mm X .0383700.
You could have found this information by going to: tirerack.com and key-in wheels for your Jeep. Click on a wheel diameter exactly like yours. The bolt center, wheel off-set and wheel width will be shown.What is the actual bolt pattern...I know how to change a tire..lol thanks guys?
Bolt pattern... hmmmm... when tightening lug nuts you just gradually snug them up going from opposite nuts all the way around to avoid tightening down one side first. Mix em up by opposite sides more or less. Random.
Jeep made 2 different Cherokees, the regular Cherokee and the Grand Cherokee. In 2001, the Grand Cherokee used a 5 lug with a spacing of 4-3/4';, while the standard Cherokee used a 5 lug, 4-1/2'; spacing.
you mean how to tighten the lug nuts ? the way i do it is with a criss cross motion.
When tightening lug nuts, first tighten them all hand tight or snub then start again and tighten them as much as possible with the vehicle still supported. Lower the vehicle just enough where roughly half of the weight is on the tire and tighten according to the recommended torque.
If it's a 4-bolt pattern, tighten in a criss cross pattern like you're drawing a fish.
If it's a 5-bolt pattern, tighten like you are drawing a 5 pointed star.
6-bolt pattern, tighten like you are drawing a 6 pointed star.
How do you change the brake pads on a 2004 chevy silverado?
ive never done anything with the brakes. i know very minimal stuff about mechanical but i want to learn and i need new pads. i basically know how to rotate tires and change the oil and have minor knowledge of parts. Will i be able to do it or am i better off taking it in? i not only want to save money, but to learn more about working on trucks. thanksHow do you change the brake pads on a 2004 chevy silverado?
I would buy a service manual and rock and roll!!!
The fun you'll have with Silverados includes, slide pins ';frozen'; in the brackets. (Aftermarket parts stores are carrying the brackets now, if its stuck, forget the heat go right to the bracket, not very much and will save you a ton of fustration.) I have an 03 that I love but I've seen the same problems with all Chevy trucks especially the rears!
Bank on replacing rotors in the rear pretty much every brake job if its still disc, they went back to drum brakes for 04 which I think are better for a truck especially when pulling my 4,000 lb boat!
Good LuckHow do you change the brake pads on a 2004 chevy silverado?
Its a simple job. Go to the popular mechanics web site. there is a link, That will show you how. I just walked my nieghbor through the process on his 01 chevy truck. The tech hasn't changed in years, Took him two hours. He needed a socket set, a c clamp, and 45 dollars in parts. Cheap and easy.
if you don,t know then you better not try .
I would buy a service manual and rock and roll!!!
The fun you'll have with Silverados includes, slide pins ';frozen'; in the brackets. (Aftermarket parts stores are carrying the brackets now, if its stuck, forget the heat go right to the bracket, not very much and will save you a ton of fustration.) I have an 03 that I love but I've seen the same problems with all Chevy trucks especially the rears!
Bank on replacing rotors in the rear pretty much every brake job if its still disc, they went back to drum brakes for 04 which I think are better for a truck especially when pulling my 4,000 lb boat!
Good LuckHow do you change the brake pads on a 2004 chevy silverado?
Its a simple job. Go to the popular mechanics web site. there is a link, That will show you how. I just walked my nieghbor through the process on his 01 chevy truck. The tech hasn't changed in years, Took him two hours. He needed a socket set, a c clamp, and 45 dollars in parts. Cheap and easy.
if you don,t know then you better not try .
Are chores necessary for good parenting?
Yesterday I visited a good friend of mine and was amazed by his young thirteen year old son. I had never met his family before. He does not believe in 鈥榗hores鈥?but tries to teach his son to perform a wide range of skills. His son can cook, clean, change tires.... and only God knows what else. His skills are so diverse! Personally I think this is due to the fact his son is very gifted... He can learn a language like nothing else and listening to his French but me to shame. He tries to introduce something new every day whether it a random fact about another culture or a new cake recipe!
Anyway while I was there the boy aunt/ my friend sister kept saying how lazy the boy was. She complained about everything possible picking up on every flaw in the boy. She accused my friend of not disciplining the boy well enough (he does not believe in smacking). She accused the boy of being pretentious (really it is not his fault his vocabulary is so amazing or his articulation so fine). But most of all she berated my friend about the lack of chores. My friend answered that it was his decision to have his son not vice-versa and though the boy cleans up well after himself 鈥榗hores鈥?are for an adult.
Personally I found my friends son to be a wonderful child. He has his own opinions and is not afraid to share them and he has more than enough skills to help him when he grows up.
Now onto what you think! Are chores necessary for good parenting?Are chores necessary for good parenting?
I think respect is the most important factor. In some families that might mean sharing the chores, in others it won't. Families operate differently. Your friend's son sounds great and a confident, well rounded young man. That must be partly because of good parenting.Are chores necessary for good parenting?
The only chores I have are too feed my pets and keep my room clean and i'm doing pretty well as far as character development goes. My grades are perfect too. I'm really lazy and also kind of pretentious, though. Your friends might be onto something.
My parents don't believe in punishment at all, but I guess i've just never gotten in trouble enough to need punishment.
Sure, it gives them a sense of responsibility in their life. Maybe a chance to get some allowence, praise etc. It doesnt always have to be chores it could just be the simple task of putting your things away, helping out.
YES YES YES YES YES!!!
I think I've made my point, but children will be a step up when it comes to work ethic, responsibility and they will know how to do household chores when they move out on their own.
I think what ever your friend is doing they should keep doing it, the boy sounds like a wonderful child. When I was growing up I never had chores and neither did my sisters and brother. We'd just help out on out own accord. My parents never nagged so it made us want to help out.
He a well rounded child very gifted in the skills he was taught it will help him later on in life as for this child aunt stop hating.
Yes chores are good for to teach children responsibility to care for themselves and some things a child learn in the home can create options in life such as learning to mow lawn etc can lead to owning a landscaping business mop floor and vacuum floor janitor business cooking etc. so chores are good parenting.
Anyway while I was there the boy aunt/ my friend sister kept saying how lazy the boy was. She complained about everything possible picking up on every flaw in the boy. She accused my friend of not disciplining the boy well enough (he does not believe in smacking). She accused the boy of being pretentious (really it is not his fault his vocabulary is so amazing or his articulation so fine). But most of all she berated my friend about the lack of chores. My friend answered that it was his decision to have his son not vice-versa and though the boy cleans up well after himself 鈥榗hores鈥?are for an adult.
Personally I found my friends son to be a wonderful child. He has his own opinions and is not afraid to share them and he has more than enough skills to help him when he grows up.
Now onto what you think! Are chores necessary for good parenting?Are chores necessary for good parenting?
I think respect is the most important factor. In some families that might mean sharing the chores, in others it won't. Families operate differently. Your friend's son sounds great and a confident, well rounded young man. That must be partly because of good parenting.Are chores necessary for good parenting?
The only chores I have are too feed my pets and keep my room clean and i'm doing pretty well as far as character development goes. My grades are perfect too. I'm really lazy and also kind of pretentious, though. Your friends might be onto something.
My parents don't believe in punishment at all, but I guess i've just never gotten in trouble enough to need punishment.
Sure, it gives them a sense of responsibility in their life. Maybe a chance to get some allowence, praise etc. It doesnt always have to be chores it could just be the simple task of putting your things away, helping out.
YES YES YES YES YES!!!
I think I've made my point, but children will be a step up when it comes to work ethic, responsibility and they will know how to do household chores when they move out on their own.
I think what ever your friend is doing they should keep doing it, the boy sounds like a wonderful child. When I was growing up I never had chores and neither did my sisters and brother. We'd just help out on out own accord. My parents never nagged so it made us want to help out.
He a well rounded child very gifted in the skills he was taught it will help him later on in life as for this child aunt stop hating.
Yes chores are good for to teach children responsibility to care for themselves and some things a child learn in the home can create options in life such as learning to mow lawn etc can lead to owning a landscaping business mop floor and vacuum floor janitor business cooking etc. so chores are good parenting.
96 honda accord just stopped?
Today when my wife came home, she said it was makin a loud sound, kinda like somethin might be loose. I dont know anything about cars, except maybe how to change tires and oil. well, this evening when I went to leave, I made it to the corner stop sign and my car just stopped and it wont start back up......any suggestions????? please help, we only have one vehicle!!96 honda accord just stopped?
maybe the loud sound was the motor knocking.....hate to say it but if it was making a loud banging noise then it is toast and you need motor!!!!!!....check the oil to see if there is oil in the car and check the radiator for coolant.....if either is low or empty you probably fried it.....get a pro to look at it!!!!96 honda accord just stopped?
check your fluids
might be low on oil
Not enough info here, does the engine crank over when you turn the key? Could be a broken timing belt..if it suddenly quit...this could cause some major damage to the engine.emo hair
maybe the loud sound was the motor knocking.....hate to say it but if it was making a loud banging noise then it is toast and you need motor!!!!!!....check the oil to see if there is oil in the car and check the radiator for coolant.....if either is low or empty you probably fried it.....get a pro to look at it!!!!96 honda accord just stopped?
check your fluids
might be low on oil
Not enough info here, does the engine crank over when you turn the key? Could be a broken timing belt..if it suddenly quit...this could cause some major damage to the engine.
How do i get the hood to open in my 2004 vw new beetle convertible?
also if ya can, how do i adjust the telescopic steering wheel? i just bought this car and it did not have an owners manual!!! i am so upset. i don't even know if i need a special wheel lock key for my wheels so when i need to change tires. please help. i am so worried. i do not even have the radio code. any info you can give me on the features above mentioned while be greatly appreaciated!!!! thanks sooooo muchHow do i get the hood to open in my 2004 vw new beetle convertible?
the hood release is on next to your left foot area from the drivers seat, the steering adjusts from a lever under the steering wheel column pull the lever down then adjust in out up or down. check the spare tire for the wheel lock key, it should be in there. the radio code is something you cannot get unless you go to a dealership. hope this helps.How do i get the hood to open in my 2004 vw new beetle convertible?
hood
there should be a handle at the bottom left
it kinda blends in
wheel
just look at the wheel
cant be that hard..
People like you owning vehicles scares me and makes me feel bad for the car. *shakes head*
I love this question lolol
the hood release is on next to your left foot area from the drivers seat, the steering adjusts from a lever under the steering wheel column pull the lever down then adjust in out up or down. check the spare tire for the wheel lock key, it should be in there. the radio code is something you cannot get unless you go to a dealership. hope this helps.How do i get the hood to open in my 2004 vw new beetle convertible?
hood
there should be a handle at the bottom left
it kinda blends in
wheel
just look at the wheel
cant be that hard..
People like you owning vehicles scares me and makes me feel bad for the car. *shakes head*
I love this question lolol
Is my car battery almost dead?
I'm not sure how long I've had it. 2 weeks ago, I brought the car to the mechanic to change tires. He also cleaned the corrosion foo the battery (now there is that red substance on the terminal, I'm guessing it's to keep them from getting corroded again). Anyway, since they cleaned remove the corrosion (I'm not sure how much was on it), it's the third time that I cannot start it (the last 2 times, I just had to turn the key on off position, then turn it back on, and it was ok), but now, the car doesn't want to start at all, nothing works except for the radio works off and on and the digital mileage on the dashboard.Is my car battery almost dead?
sounds like he may have not tightend thim goodIs my car battery almost dead?
It may be that the part of the terminal that connects to the wire may need cleaned out as well.I'm not sure on your car if it comes apart, but replacement terminals are cheap and easy to install just in case they don't.If your battery had alot of crud on it, chances are theres some in the terminals where you can't see it as well.
The battery should have a date on it. Either, manufactured date or capacity date (approx life end date). Just like food, when in doubt throw it out! If it was a good battery and not old at all, the other possibility is that your alternator is going out or is bad. The alternator charges your battery. Also make sure the Battery cables are properly tightend and you have a good ground, check the ground cable to the chasis.
clean the battery terminal connections metal to metal. i've seen people spray the red stuff on before connecting. i can't see how it works.
well for starters try unconnecting and reconnecting the terminal wires.
check the battery cable connections. sounds like they are not tight enough.
you probably need new ends on the battery cables. with all that corrode they are probably ate up.
sounds like he may have not tightend thim goodIs my car battery almost dead?
It may be that the part of the terminal that connects to the wire may need cleaned out as well.I'm not sure on your car if it comes apart, but replacement terminals are cheap and easy to install just in case they don't.If your battery had alot of crud on it, chances are theres some in the terminals where you can't see it as well.
The battery should have a date on it. Either, manufactured date or capacity date (approx life end date). Just like food, when in doubt throw it out! If it was a good battery and not old at all, the other possibility is that your alternator is going out or is bad. The alternator charges your battery. Also make sure the Battery cables are properly tightend and you have a good ground, check the ground cable to the chasis.
clean the battery terminal connections metal to metal. i've seen people spray the red stuff on before connecting. i can't see how it works.
well for starters try unconnecting and reconnecting the terminal wires.
check the battery cable connections. sounds like they are not tight enough.
you probably need new ends on the battery cables. with all that corrode they are probably ate up.
RC Car Suspension Racing Question...?
I have just purchased an Associated 12R5.1 1/12th scale RC car. I was wandering, on a medium grip carpet track, where or how soft should I make the middle spring to get maximum traffic for the rear-end? I race in the 13.5 Lipo class and we get to speeds of around 45mph going down the straight away. I am losing traction coming out of the sweeper and the car just comes around? How should I fix this (I cannot change tires as they are mandatory in this class that everyone runs the same tire compounds). Thanks!RC Car Suspension Racing Question...?
That is an excellent question. If you are running the base setup of the R5.1 then you probably have the gold or red spring on it. At our track which is also a medium grip carpet track we try to run as stiff of a spring possible for maximum steering and corner speed without causing the rear end to spin out in the corners. Try to run one spring softer.
So if you have a copper spring on now - then go to a red spring in the middle. If you are running a red spring, try a gold, etc. etc.
You shouldn't have to run anything lighter than a gold though.
That should solve your problem.
That is an excellent question. If you are running the base setup of the R5.1 then you probably have the gold or red spring on it. At our track which is also a medium grip carpet track we try to run as stiff of a spring possible for maximum steering and corner speed without causing the rear end to spin out in the corners. Try to run one spring softer.
So if you have a copper spring on now - then go to a red spring in the middle. If you are running a red spring, try a gold, etc. etc.
You shouldn't have to run anything lighter than a gold though.
That should solve your problem.
Would like more info on these cars?
So ive been looking at these certified pre owned cars and trying to decide which one to get. Theyre all about the same price some have more miles then the others but they all have less then 50,000 miles. Wondering if you could answer these questions Do any of them have any known problems or recalls? Hows the reliability? Cheapest repairs and parts? Im sure the European ones are more expensive but how much more? Do any of them require special maintenance good or bad? Like ive heard 09 VWs needs oil change every 10,000 miles. Are any of them more expensive to maintain? ex. expensive oil changes, tires, light bulbs, wear and tear items.
07 Audi A4 2.0T
07-09 VW Passat 2.0T
06-07 Volvo S60 2.0T
06 Dodge Charger SXT 3.5l V6
08-10 Toyota Camry SE
08-10 Chevy Malibu
06-07 Acura TL
Any other cars you would sugguest. Theyre all about the same to insure the cheapest to insure is the Camry and the Charger is the most expensive. ThanksWould like more info on these cars?
I have owned the Volvo S60 and Toyota Camry and driven the Acura and Audi A4. I think you need to decide what aspect is important for you.
Cost wise, the largest item is likely to be fuel consumption, of which the Dodge Charger and the Acura are the bad boys, the others being all roughly the same. This is a big cost, considering 5-7 mpg difference between those two and the others can be US$500 or so per year given 15,000 miles per year. - Just noticed your driving profile of 80% urban. You need to do the math based on the urban cycle figures for these models. This difference could be much larger than I estimated!
Another big cost is depreciation. Decide how long you intend to keep the car, then add that number of years to the models/years you are looking at and compare the book values for that year to get depreciation.
For all models, you can expect 200,000 miles of life, given regular proper servicing. European models, particularly the ones you are comparing, are a rare sight by the roadside. I don't think you should be too concerned about reliability. Some may argue that the US models are less reliable, but I bet this is offset by cheaper parts and labor. I would not recommend looking at this in too much detail, which is a bewildering maze and guaranteed to raise your blood pressure!
I notice these models you compare vary a lot in terms of size. Is this an issue for you? The only one I would avoid if you are claustrophobic is the Audi. I don't like confined spaces and that one bugged me!
That all said, I recommend to look at that illusive thing, ';build quality';. Again, you have to look at OLDER years of the SAME models you are looking at, based on how many years you plan to keep it. How have they stood the test of time? Do they look shabby? Or still factory fresh? When doing this, don't forget the interiors!
Good luck!Would like more info on these cars?
That is a lot of research to do. I suggest you go to www.edmunds.com %26amp; look at each car. Weigh the pros n' cons of each to make an informed decision. The only way to know all those answers to have owned them all. Your not gonna find anyone who has. But ask a specific question about each car one at a time under Car Makes in automotive here in Y!A. I myself have a 2010 Malibu V6. It's been a great car since I got it in Nov 09. I ordered it from Chevy w/ the V6. It's a heavy car, but the standard 4 cylinder does an adequate job. But for real hwy cruising the V6 is preferred. The Malibu is currently on Consumer Reports recommended list. As far as repairs go, dealers will always be the highest. But a small town garage will do fine for general repairs (tires, brakes, oil changes). You can save money there by shopping around. Prices vary widely based on where you live. Rural vs. city makes a huge diff right there. Cars like your Audi, VW, %26amp; Volvo that have turbo engines, just about always require high octane fuel. As if the price of gas wasn't bad enough you have to buy the expensive stuff to enjoy the car. That would turn me off right there. The rest of them do fine on reg gas. I would take a pass on the Dodge unless you like full sized cars. It's a bit of a challenge trying to park a large car unless you are used to it. So it's gonna be a close tie between the rest. I guess it will come down to the better deal and condition of the car. Good luck!
07 Audi A4 2.0T
07-09 VW Passat 2.0T
06-07 Volvo S60 2.0T
06 Dodge Charger SXT 3.5l V6
08-10 Toyota Camry SE
08-10 Chevy Malibu
06-07 Acura TL
Any other cars you would sugguest. Theyre all about the same to insure the cheapest to insure is the Camry and the Charger is the most expensive. ThanksWould like more info on these cars?
I have owned the Volvo S60 and Toyota Camry and driven the Acura and Audi A4. I think you need to decide what aspect is important for you.
Cost wise, the largest item is likely to be fuel consumption, of which the Dodge Charger and the Acura are the bad boys, the others being all roughly the same. This is a big cost, considering 5-7 mpg difference between those two and the others can be US$500 or so per year given 15,000 miles per year. - Just noticed your driving profile of 80% urban. You need to do the math based on the urban cycle figures for these models. This difference could be much larger than I estimated!
Another big cost is depreciation. Decide how long you intend to keep the car, then add that number of years to the models/years you are looking at and compare the book values for that year to get depreciation.
For all models, you can expect 200,000 miles of life, given regular proper servicing. European models, particularly the ones you are comparing, are a rare sight by the roadside. I don't think you should be too concerned about reliability. Some may argue that the US models are less reliable, but I bet this is offset by cheaper parts and labor. I would not recommend looking at this in too much detail, which is a bewildering maze and guaranteed to raise your blood pressure!
I notice these models you compare vary a lot in terms of size. Is this an issue for you? The only one I would avoid if you are claustrophobic is the Audi. I don't like confined spaces and that one bugged me!
That all said, I recommend to look at that illusive thing, ';build quality';. Again, you have to look at OLDER years of the SAME models you are looking at, based on how many years you plan to keep it. How have they stood the test of time? Do they look shabby? Or still factory fresh? When doing this, don't forget the interiors!
Good luck!Would like more info on these cars?
That is a lot of research to do. I suggest you go to www.edmunds.com %26amp; look at each car. Weigh the pros n' cons of each to make an informed decision. The only way to know all those answers to have owned them all. Your not gonna find anyone who has. But ask a specific question about each car one at a time under Car Makes in automotive here in Y!A. I myself have a 2010 Malibu V6. It's been a great car since I got it in Nov 09. I ordered it from Chevy w/ the V6. It's a heavy car, but the standard 4 cylinder does an adequate job. But for real hwy cruising the V6 is preferred. The Malibu is currently on Consumer Reports recommended list. As far as repairs go, dealers will always be the highest. But a small town garage will do fine for general repairs (tires, brakes, oil changes). You can save money there by shopping around. Prices vary widely based on where you live. Rural vs. city makes a huge diff right there. Cars like your Audi, VW, %26amp; Volvo that have turbo engines, just about always require high octane fuel. As if the price of gas wasn't bad enough you have to buy the expensive stuff to enjoy the car. That would turn me off right there. The rest of them do fine on reg gas. I would take a pass on the Dodge unless you like full sized cars. It's a bit of a challenge trying to park a large car unless you are used to it. So it's gonna be a close tie between the rest. I guess it will come down to the better deal and condition of the car. Good luck!
Am I a manly man, or a more feminine man.?
I'm a guy and im getting a little irritated on some things .
Here are a few guy traits that i dont have:
-Don't watch sports 24/7
-Don't know how to fix cars, change oil, change tires, basically i know nothing about cars other than putting gas and driving it
-The ';I wear whats there'; attitude, i always look in the mirror to see if the clothes look good
-Not good with directions
-Not as aggressive, cocky, arrogant
-Not tall or dark
-Not the leader type
-Cant handle as much alcohol or beer as a lot of other guys can
-Have to wash my hands after eating greasy *** chips, can just wipe it on my clothes or a tissue, gotta wash my hands
-Dont have a lot of chest hair
-I grow very straight hair, not curly or wavy
Here are a few guy traits that i do have
-Muscular
-Always willing to help people anytime, anywhere.. especially tough jobs
-Can make my girlfriend feel like a real queen
-I can read peoples emotions
-I dont show emotions
-I eat like a beast...literally
-Very humble, but very strong
-I get through things and move on
-I got a great sense of humor
-VERY protective
-Love action movies especially war movies
-Love video games (well world of warcraft lol)
-I think outside the box
as you see i am very self conscious about how manly i am, it sucks because my gf actually possesses some manly traits that i dont have like she watches sports, shes good with directions, she doesnt care about dirt on her hands lol.
i just wanted to know if its common for a guy to posses some feminine traits, because if you saw me in real life you wouldnt think i had them, youd think.... omg he looks like a pitbull...then you talk to me and see that im the nicest person youd ever met.
I just wanted to know if im considered to be more manly or a man with feminine features.Am I a manly man, or a more feminine man.?
Ok, Let's take a look here
-Don't watch sports 24/7
%26gt; Who says you have to? I don't watch sports.
-Don't know how to fix cars, change oil, change tires, basically i know nothing about cars other than putting gas and driving it
%26gt; I know enough to change oil, tires, and some basic fundmentals but I was never a ';grease-monkey'; either. You should learn some basic car skills though...it will save you money on your vehicle.
-The ';I wear whats there'; attitude, i always look in the mirror to see if the clothes look good
%26gt; Clothes make the man, bud. There's nothing wrong with having a couple of outfits that will turn a woman's head (in a good way, that is)
-Not good with directions.
%26gt; Neither am I, I tell my friends to tell me landmarks. Besides, I DO ask for directions. I actually got a phone number that way from a girl working at the gas station once. As long as you get there who cares. Get a GPS if you need to.
-Not as aggressive, cocky, arrogant
%26gt;I'm not cocky or arrogant...but I'm confident when I need to be. I'm sure of myself in the areas that I know I have some solid knowledge or expertise in. Stick to what you know.
-Not tall or dark
-%26gt;I'm 5'10 (I'm the shortest out of all my friends) and I'm lighter skinned.
-Not the leader type
%26gt;Being a follower is ok, but there are times when you need to take charge in the decision making.
-Cant handle as much alcohol or beer as a lot of other guys can.
%26gt;So what? Who says you have to drink? One of my buds doesn't drink and the girls really respect him for it....a lot actually.
-Have to wash my hands after eating greasy *** chips, can just wipe it on my clothes or a tissue, gotta wash my hands
%26gt; A little quirky but Cleanliness is next to Godliness.'
-Dont have a lot of chest hair
%26gt;LOL, who cares? Sports athletes, swimmers, cyclists, UFC fighters dont' have chest hair either.
-I grow very straight hair, not curly or wavy
%26gt;Not sure what that has to do with the manly thing.
Buddy, I don't think you have anything to worry about. It's great that you make your gf feel like a queen. Women love that. Also reading people's emotions isn't what I would call a manly trait..I'd call it insightful.
Being a man, IMHO, is owning up to responsibility and being accountable for what you do and say. This is actually a lot harder than it sounds. Just because you're not into sports or cars just means you're not like everyone else.
Hell, I'm into theater and that's not necesarily manly. I think that you just need a bit of confidence in a few areas.
Also why should you be good with directions when you gf is? That means you can drive and she can navigate. I think you're labelling certain traits to be masculine and feminine based on society's views. Do what you want to do and stand behind your convictions.Am I a manly man, or a more feminine man.?
I swear on my life if you didn't say ';word of warcraft'; , I would have thought you were my fiance. He's EXACTLY how you described and that's VERY ATTRACTIVE. I fell for him because he's not your average guy, he's so much better.
So, be proud! You're the type who are hard to find!
well half the ';traits'; you don;t have aren;t traits at all. Like big deal if you can;t drink that much, it just shows you don;t waste your life on alcohol lol. If you look at me, I'm completely horrible with directions, I like to see if I look good in the clothes I wear, and I do show emotion, and I hate video games, but my friends consider me to be a ';tank'; lol. But I'm also very tall, very muscular, play high level of hockey, willing to work hard, work out a lot, very funny, and I'm not afraid to be a leader. Everything balances out lol. You seem like a normal guy to me, don;t worry about it.
Here are a few guy traits that i dont have:
-Don't watch sports 24/7
-Don't know how to fix cars, change oil, change tires, basically i know nothing about cars other than putting gas and driving it
-The ';I wear whats there'; attitude, i always look in the mirror to see if the clothes look good
-Not good with directions
-Not as aggressive, cocky, arrogant
-Not tall or dark
-Not the leader type
-Cant handle as much alcohol or beer as a lot of other guys can
-Have to wash my hands after eating greasy *** chips, can just wipe it on my clothes or a tissue, gotta wash my hands
-Dont have a lot of chest hair
-I grow very straight hair, not curly or wavy
Here are a few guy traits that i do have
-Muscular
-Always willing to help people anytime, anywhere.. especially tough jobs
-Can make my girlfriend feel like a real queen
-I can read peoples emotions
-I dont show emotions
-I eat like a beast...literally
-Very humble, but very strong
-I get through things and move on
-I got a great sense of humor
-VERY protective
-Love action movies especially war movies
-Love video games (well world of warcraft lol)
-I think outside the box
as you see i am very self conscious about how manly i am, it sucks because my gf actually possesses some manly traits that i dont have like she watches sports, shes good with directions, she doesnt care about dirt on her hands lol.
i just wanted to know if its common for a guy to posses some feminine traits, because if you saw me in real life you wouldnt think i had them, youd think.... omg he looks like a pitbull...then you talk to me and see that im the nicest person youd ever met.
I just wanted to know if im considered to be more manly or a man with feminine features.Am I a manly man, or a more feminine man.?
Ok, Let's take a look here
-Don't watch sports 24/7
%26gt; Who says you have to? I don't watch sports.
-Don't know how to fix cars, change oil, change tires, basically i know nothing about cars other than putting gas and driving it
%26gt; I know enough to change oil, tires, and some basic fundmentals but I was never a ';grease-monkey'; either. You should learn some basic car skills though...it will save you money on your vehicle.
-The ';I wear whats there'; attitude, i always look in the mirror to see if the clothes look good
%26gt; Clothes make the man, bud. There's nothing wrong with having a couple of outfits that will turn a woman's head (in a good way, that is)
-Not good with directions.
%26gt; Neither am I, I tell my friends to tell me landmarks. Besides, I DO ask for directions. I actually got a phone number that way from a girl working at the gas station once. As long as you get there who cares. Get a GPS if you need to.
-Not as aggressive, cocky, arrogant
%26gt;I'm not cocky or arrogant...but I'm confident when I need to be. I'm sure of myself in the areas that I know I have some solid knowledge or expertise in. Stick to what you know.
-Not tall or dark
-%26gt;I'm 5'10 (I'm the shortest out of all my friends) and I'm lighter skinned.
-Not the leader type
%26gt;Being a follower is ok, but there are times when you need to take charge in the decision making.
-Cant handle as much alcohol or beer as a lot of other guys can.
%26gt;So what? Who says you have to drink? One of my buds doesn't drink and the girls really respect him for it....a lot actually.
-Have to wash my hands after eating greasy *** chips, can just wipe it on my clothes or a tissue, gotta wash my hands
%26gt; A little quirky but Cleanliness is next to Godliness.'
-Dont have a lot of chest hair
%26gt;LOL, who cares? Sports athletes, swimmers, cyclists, UFC fighters dont' have chest hair either.
-I grow very straight hair, not curly or wavy
%26gt;Not sure what that has to do with the manly thing.
Buddy, I don't think you have anything to worry about. It's great that you make your gf feel like a queen. Women love that. Also reading people's emotions isn't what I would call a manly trait..I'd call it insightful.
Being a man, IMHO, is owning up to responsibility and being accountable for what you do and say. This is actually a lot harder than it sounds. Just because you're not into sports or cars just means you're not like everyone else.
Hell, I'm into theater and that's not necesarily manly. I think that you just need a bit of confidence in a few areas.
Also why should you be good with directions when you gf is? That means you can drive and she can navigate. I think you're labelling certain traits to be masculine and feminine based on society's views. Do what you want to do and stand behind your convictions.Am I a manly man, or a more feminine man.?
I swear on my life if you didn't say ';word of warcraft'; , I would have thought you were my fiance. He's EXACTLY how you described and that's VERY ATTRACTIVE. I fell for him because he's not your average guy, he's so much better.
So, be proud! You're the type who are hard to find!
well half the ';traits'; you don;t have aren;t traits at all. Like big deal if you can;t drink that much, it just shows you don;t waste your life on alcohol lol. If you look at me, I'm completely horrible with directions, I like to see if I look good in the clothes I wear, and I do show emotion, and I hate video games, but my friends consider me to be a ';tank'; lol. But I'm also very tall, very muscular, play high level of hockey, willing to work hard, work out a lot, very funny, and I'm not afraid to be a leader. Everything balances out lol. You seem like a normal guy to me, don;t worry about it.
1997 Toyota Camry 144000 Miles (Asking Price 3500 USD firm)?
Hi All,
I am planning to buy my second car and I got 2 options with me and I am confused that which one I should opt.
1. 1997 Toyota Camry LE 144K miles - 3500 USD - Private Party. As per the private party, I may need to change tires..
What do you think, how many miles more I can drive this car??
2. 2000 Buick LeSabre 77K miles - 5000 USD - Dealer
Everything works fine, New Tires, clean and leather.
Please suggest, which one I should buy?1997 Toyota Camry 144000 Miles (Asking Price 3500 USD firm)?
$3,500 is a good price for the 1997, but I don't recommend buying a car older than a decade. It just promises headaches and imminent repairs/accidents. Plus, you need to change the tires?
$5,000 for the 2000 is also a good deal. New tires included! It's only 8 years old and has half the miles compared to the 1997. But like you stated, it's an American car. Personally, I would keep looking because they both offer potential issues.1997 Toyota Camry 144000 Miles (Asking Price 3500 USD firm)?
depends what you like they are two totally different cars.
check with kbb.com or edmunds.com
Both are good cars with much life left in them. If it was me I would purchase the one which came down the most on their asking price.
Don't buy the Toyota. Although toyotas are very reliable, it has 144,000 miles on it already. I would buy the 2000, it's newer. Is it a certified used car?
I am planning to buy my second car and I got 2 options with me and I am confused that which one I should opt.
1. 1997 Toyota Camry LE 144K miles - 3500 USD - Private Party. As per the private party, I may need to change tires..
What do you think, how many miles more I can drive this car??
2. 2000 Buick LeSabre 77K miles - 5000 USD - Dealer
Everything works fine, New Tires, clean and leather.
Please suggest, which one I should buy?1997 Toyota Camry 144000 Miles (Asking Price 3500 USD firm)?
$3,500 is a good price for the 1997, but I don't recommend buying a car older than a decade. It just promises headaches and imminent repairs/accidents. Plus, you need to change the tires?
$5,000 for the 2000 is also a good deal. New tires included! It's only 8 years old and has half the miles compared to the 1997. But like you stated, it's an American car. Personally, I would keep looking because they both offer potential issues.1997 Toyota Camry 144000 Miles (Asking Price 3500 USD firm)?
depends what you like they are two totally different cars.
check with kbb.com or edmunds.com
Both are good cars with much life left in them. If it was me I would purchase the one which came down the most on their asking price.
Don't buy the Toyota. Although toyotas are very reliable, it has 144,000 miles on it already. I would buy the 2000, it's newer. Is it a certified used car?
Optimal solution: buy and old car or get the car fixed?
I have Toyota Camry 1998 LE cylinder 4 model with 106K miles which I mostly use for commute to office. Its engine got seized because I forgot to change engine oil in time. Now, what is my optimal solution? I don't want to buy a new reliable car which is going to cost around 20k.
I see two options. Buying similar car / Toyota Carola / Honda Civic with similar mileage and year and selling my broken car though I don't know how much I will get for it with engine not working. However, I changed tires about 8 months ago and changed timing belt and water pump about an year ago.
I guess 2nd option will be to get it repaired. Other than engine problem, I don't have any known issue in this car. In repair also there are two choices: get refurbished engine or get the current engine repaired.
I am not sure which one is optimal solution. Can someone help me taking decision? What should I do? Which option to choose and how much it is going to cost or is there any other alternative?
Thanks.Optimal solution: buy and old car or get the car fixed?
Look at getting a used engine from a salvage yard. It will be much less expensive than a new or rebuilt engine, and will keep your car on the road.
try-http://www.car-part.com/Optimal solution: buy and old car or get the car fixed?
I wouldn't spend much money on another car, cause you'll probably seize that engine too. If you can't be bother will oil changes, get a bicycle.
I see two options. Buying similar car / Toyota Carola / Honda Civic with similar mileage and year and selling my broken car though I don't know how much I will get for it with engine not working. However, I changed tires about 8 months ago and changed timing belt and water pump about an year ago.
I guess 2nd option will be to get it repaired. Other than engine problem, I don't have any known issue in this car. In repair also there are two choices: get refurbished engine or get the current engine repaired.
I am not sure which one is optimal solution. Can someone help me taking decision? What should I do? Which option to choose and how much it is going to cost or is there any other alternative?
Thanks.Optimal solution: buy and old car or get the car fixed?
Look at getting a used engine from a salvage yard. It will be much less expensive than a new or rebuilt engine, and will keep your car on the road.
try-http://www.car-part.com/Optimal solution: buy and old car or get the car fixed?
I wouldn't spend much money on another car, cause you'll probably seize that engine too. If you can't be bother will oil changes, get a bicycle.
Road Wheel on Hardtail MB (Trek 4900)?
I own a Trek 4900 2006 model with disc brakes. Although the current wheels are ideal for mountain biking, I'm starting to enjoy cross country biking a bit more and was wondering if I could buy an extra set of road wheels on ebay or something to swap out when I'm not off roading. Heres a few questions seeking professional advice.
1. How much would it reasonably cost me?
2. Is it difficult to swap tires with disc brakes?
3. Could I do it by myself with the basic tools quickly?
4. Would the heavier MB frame cause the tires to deflate quicker?
5. Would I have to adjust the brakes and gears when I change tires or can I just swap out the wheels and be good to go?
6. Is there really a big difference?
Thanks for any response.Road Wheel on Hardtail MB (Trek 4900)?
I'm not a professional but I maintained my own bikes for the last 15 years so I'll take a shot at it.
1. To get a set of reasonable quality wheels that are setup to accept disc brakes will cost at least $100 for the rims, $25-$50 for each of the discs, and however much you're willing to spend for the sprocket assembly.
2. No. In fact I have found that it is much easier to change wheels with disc brakes than with traditional brakes.
3. You can do it with no tools if the rims have a quick-release nut, otherwise it would only take a couple of adjustable wrenches. Another option is to take rims that don't have the quick-release into a bike shop and they can install it on them for a reasonable cost.
4. The weight of the frame might affect how fast the tires deflate, but the bigger issue would be how much you weigh.
5. No, as long as you have the same size discs and the same number of gears in the back, you can just change wheels and be on your way.
6. There is a HUGE difference between riding on a road with dirt tires and riding on the same road with road tires. It will be significantly easier to use road tires on a road than try to use dirt tires on a road. The question (to me anyways) is whether or not the benefit is worth the price.Road Wheel on Hardtail MB (Trek 4900)?
Road wheels are bigger than MTB wheels-- Typical MTB wheels are 26'; while road wheels are 700mm (more than 1.5 inches bigger in diameter).
I doubt your Trek 4900 MTB frame will have the necessary clearance to fit the bigger road wheels.
What you can do is buy another set of MTB wheels with the brake discs and a cassette compatible with the rear derailleurs, and put the skinniest slick MTB tires you can find on it (they have those down to 1 inch in width).
However, this will not be cheap and it will not give you much improvement in speed on pavement (about 2-3 mph tops) because of the bike's gear ratios and weight.
Buying a road bike would be the simplest solution. That's what I did (I own both an MTB and a road bike).
1st you can't put 700c road wheels on your bike. You need to buy wheels similar to what you have now and run road tires on them. There are many road type tires made for 26'; wheels. You can do this yourself with minimal tools. While I don't know what a reasonable cost to you is, it will be in the $300 - $400 range a least. You will need:
-disc compatible wheels
-a cassette
-tubes and tires
-rim strips
-disc rotors
-quick release skewers (not absolutely needed)
While you will be able to change wheels back and forth easily, sometimes the brakes may not quite line up perfectly - on discs that could be a headache.
I don't think that's possible. Wheels diameters are different, and that will spoil your set up.
What you can do is buy some slicks and replace your nobbies tires with them to make it simpler.
1. How much would it reasonably cost me?
2. Is it difficult to swap tires with disc brakes?
3. Could I do it by myself with the basic tools quickly?
4. Would the heavier MB frame cause the tires to deflate quicker?
5. Would I have to adjust the brakes and gears when I change tires or can I just swap out the wheels and be good to go?
6. Is there really a big difference?
Thanks for any response.Road Wheel on Hardtail MB (Trek 4900)?
I'm not a professional but I maintained my own bikes for the last 15 years so I'll take a shot at it.
1. To get a set of reasonable quality wheels that are setup to accept disc brakes will cost at least $100 for the rims, $25-$50 for each of the discs, and however much you're willing to spend for the sprocket assembly.
2. No. In fact I have found that it is much easier to change wheels with disc brakes than with traditional brakes.
3. You can do it with no tools if the rims have a quick-release nut, otherwise it would only take a couple of adjustable wrenches. Another option is to take rims that don't have the quick-release into a bike shop and they can install it on them for a reasonable cost.
4. The weight of the frame might affect how fast the tires deflate, but the bigger issue would be how much you weigh.
5. No, as long as you have the same size discs and the same number of gears in the back, you can just change wheels and be on your way.
6. There is a HUGE difference between riding on a road with dirt tires and riding on the same road with road tires. It will be significantly easier to use road tires on a road than try to use dirt tires on a road. The question (to me anyways) is whether or not the benefit is worth the price.Road Wheel on Hardtail MB (Trek 4900)?
Road wheels are bigger than MTB wheels-- Typical MTB wheels are 26'; while road wheels are 700mm (more than 1.5 inches bigger in diameter).
I doubt your Trek 4900 MTB frame will have the necessary clearance to fit the bigger road wheels.
What you can do is buy another set of MTB wheels with the brake discs and a cassette compatible with the rear derailleurs, and put the skinniest slick MTB tires you can find on it (they have those down to 1 inch in width).
However, this will not be cheap and it will not give you much improvement in speed on pavement (about 2-3 mph tops) because of the bike's gear ratios and weight.
Buying a road bike would be the simplest solution. That's what I did (I own both an MTB and a road bike).
1st you can't put 700c road wheels on your bike. You need to buy wheels similar to what you have now and run road tires on them. There are many road type tires made for 26'; wheels. You can do this yourself with minimal tools. While I don't know what a reasonable cost to you is, it will be in the $300 - $400 range a least. You will need:
-disc compatible wheels
-a cassette
-tubes and tires
-rim strips
-disc rotors
-quick release skewers (not absolutely needed)
While you will be able to change wheels back and forth easily, sometimes the brakes may not quite line up perfectly - on discs that could be a headache.
I don't think that's possible. Wheels diameters are different, and that will spoil your set up.
What you can do is buy some slicks and replace your nobbies tires with them to make it simpler.
Is it ok to change just one brake rotor?
About a year ago getting my tires changed the mechanic mentioned I need new pads. Sure enough they started to grind soon after. I changed all four front pads. Now less then a year later the grinding is back (was always just on the driver's side). I drive easy, no hard braking or drifting around corners. Is it ok to just change the one rotor? How about the pads? The sales guy also was trying to sell a bunch of extras like cleaner to get the oil off the rotor, replacement grease for the caliper bolts and something else because of the time of year (salt). The rotor box says ';ready to install';, so do I also really need all that other stuff?
In case it matters: 2002 Saturn SL2 front wheel drive %26lt;100K milesIs it ok to change just one brake rotor?
Its fine to do if your broke and only one is giving u the problem but chances are the other isn't far behind. I think your problem is either worn calliper or wheel baring because the problem is only on the 1 side. As for what the sales guy was trying to sell you pretty well bull other than its a good idea to keep the rotor as clean as possible and to keep your calliper bolts or any bolt u might have to take off again with anti seize.
Hope u find this helpfulIs it ok to change just one brake rotor?
Even though it says ready to install, they do ship them with a light oil, and I always spray new rotors down with brake cleaner. As far as replacing one rotor, I would rather not. In hard braking it could cause the car to swerve slightly.
clean all oil off the rotors and grease the bolts to make sure the calipers slide back in forth freely if they dont you will eat brake pad up.
That ';sales guy'; does NOT sound good to me! Run (don't walk) to the door and say goodbye forever. Make sure to try another independent repair shop you might find by searching the below link. That new garage will remove both your rotors (easy to do) and simply turn them done on a lathe and charge you about $30 plus the cost of the new pads for a total cost of $125. Do the complete front brake job the right way, and you'll pay less and be safer driving in the long run.
http://www.iatn.net/shopfinder/
1 get 2nd opinion
2 id rather you get 2 rotors if you can afford it but if poor one is ok ..
3 i can't believe the ****** is trying to nickle and dime you...charge for a smear of grease? and a spray of cleaner PLEASE punch him for me!
i would rather change ';both'; rotors at the same time. and if you plan to replace the brake pads, change both too.
the grinding sound that you feel is probably the cause of a warped rotor... this happens when the rotor gets hot when driving then a splash of water hits the rotor or going straight to the car wash after a long drive.
you don't have to buy those brake cleaners or grease.
the rotors are not that expensive anyway and even the brake pads. the expensive one is the ';brake caliper';... but i don't think that you have a problem with this part.
If you're wearing out one side prematurely, there's a reason. You may have a stuck caliper. The caliper must be free to slide side-to-side on the guide pins as the pads wear. If it's sticking, then you'll likely wear out one pad on that side before the others.If the rotor on the other side still has plenty of metal thickness left, then you could just replace one side. BUT you should have the old rotor ground or machined to remove any 'glaze'- that's when the surface gets polished from wear and heat. If you don't remove the glaze the new rotor will grab better than the old one and cause it to pull to one side. You MUST replace ALL the pads at the same time.
You need to clean and lubricate the guide pins (high-quality bearing grease works fine) and the holes where they slide. There's a small rubber seal that keeps out dirt. If the rubber is broken, dirt and water can get in and cause the caliper to stick. Also, you need to use shims behind the pads and pad silencer goop on the shims. Otherwise you'll end up with brakes that squeal.
if it did it the 2nd time then it,s probably the caliper sticking. you can change just 1 side unless the other rotor is thin then you need to change both rotors to get good braking action. also when you buy rotors the factory puts grease or oil on them to keep them from rusting so before installing them wash them down with brake cleaner.
In case it matters: 2002 Saturn SL2 front wheel drive %26lt;100K milesIs it ok to change just one brake rotor?
Its fine to do if your broke and only one is giving u the problem but chances are the other isn't far behind. I think your problem is either worn calliper or wheel baring because the problem is only on the 1 side. As for what the sales guy was trying to sell you pretty well bull other than its a good idea to keep the rotor as clean as possible and to keep your calliper bolts or any bolt u might have to take off again with anti seize.
Hope u find this helpfulIs it ok to change just one brake rotor?
Even though it says ready to install, they do ship them with a light oil, and I always spray new rotors down with brake cleaner. As far as replacing one rotor, I would rather not. In hard braking it could cause the car to swerve slightly.
clean all oil off the rotors and grease the bolts to make sure the calipers slide back in forth freely if they dont you will eat brake pad up.
That ';sales guy'; does NOT sound good to me! Run (don't walk) to the door and say goodbye forever. Make sure to try another independent repair shop you might find by searching the below link. That new garage will remove both your rotors (easy to do) and simply turn them done on a lathe and charge you about $30 plus the cost of the new pads for a total cost of $125. Do the complete front brake job the right way, and you'll pay less and be safer driving in the long run.
http://www.iatn.net/shopfinder/
1 get 2nd opinion
2 id rather you get 2 rotors if you can afford it but if poor one is ok ..
3 i can't believe the ****** is trying to nickle and dime you...charge for a smear of grease? and a spray of cleaner PLEASE punch him for me!
i would rather change ';both'; rotors at the same time. and if you plan to replace the brake pads, change both too.
the grinding sound that you feel is probably the cause of a warped rotor... this happens when the rotor gets hot when driving then a splash of water hits the rotor or going straight to the car wash after a long drive.
you don't have to buy those brake cleaners or grease.
the rotors are not that expensive anyway and even the brake pads. the expensive one is the ';brake caliper';... but i don't think that you have a problem with this part.
If you're wearing out one side prematurely, there's a reason. You may have a stuck caliper. The caliper must be free to slide side-to-side on the guide pins as the pads wear. If it's sticking, then you'll likely wear out one pad on that side before the others.If the rotor on the other side still has plenty of metal thickness left, then you could just replace one side. BUT you should have the old rotor ground or machined to remove any 'glaze'- that's when the surface gets polished from wear and heat. If you don't remove the glaze the new rotor will grab better than the old one and cause it to pull to one side. You MUST replace ALL the pads at the same time.
You need to clean and lubricate the guide pins (high-quality bearing grease works fine) and the holes where they slide. There's a small rubber seal that keeps out dirt. If the rubber is broken, dirt and water can get in and cause the caliper to stick. Also, you need to use shims behind the pads and pad silencer goop on the shims. Otherwise you'll end up with brakes that squeal.
if it did it the 2nd time then it,s probably the caliper sticking. you can change just 1 side unless the other rotor is thin then you need to change both rotors to get good braking action. also when you buy rotors the factory puts grease or oil on them to keep them from rusting so before installing them wash them down with brake cleaner.
Got some wheel questions?
i have a cannondale f900 CAD2. its a hard tail with the lock out front shock. i do a lot of raod riding as well as some dirt. i am riding on shimano deore 26 inch rims. i change between them some 1.25 slicks and 2.25 mtb tires depending on what I'm riding. i wanted to buy some 27 inch road rims to not have to keep changing tires before rides. my brakes do not accommodate the 700c rims. i was wondering how much smaller the 27 is from the 700, where to buy some cheap rims, what to look for and thoughts on this idea Got some wheel questions?
27'; wheels are almost obsolete and are LARGER in diameter than 700C.
I suggest that you buy a set of 26'; MTB wheels with narrow rims and put the smallest tire you can on them.Got some wheel questions?
not much. you'd be better with a spare set of 26'; rims with a set of high psi slicks mounted on them..
If you do a lot of road riding I would get a road bike, they are a lot more efficient and fun.
Putting rims that are a different size than what the bike was set up for can be a challenge. Brakes are just the first potential stumbling point. In your shoes, I would get another set of 26 inch mtb rims, one set for the road and the other set for the trails. That will make changeover much quicker, until you can get a road bike.
HTHyour name mean to you
27'; wheels are almost obsolete and are LARGER in diameter than 700C.
I suggest that you buy a set of 26'; MTB wheels with narrow rims and put the smallest tire you can on them.Got some wheel questions?
not much. you'd be better with a spare set of 26'; rims with a set of high psi slicks mounted on them..
If you do a lot of road riding I would get a road bike, they are a lot more efficient and fun.
Putting rims that are a different size than what the bike was set up for can be a challenge. Brakes are just the first potential stumbling point. In your shoes, I would get another set of 26 inch mtb rims, one set for the road and the other set for the trails. That will make changeover much quicker, until you can get a road bike.
HTH
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