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Over the last few months I have replaced my ignition switch cylinder(key) several times. It would become more difficult to turn forward to start the vehicle. Sometimes I had to use pliers to turn...

NO need to post responses. I have the issues regarding this 1989 Ford F150 resolved. It turned out to be a problem with the battery cables. There was no visible sign of corrosion and one cable end...

I am wondering if some of my posts are not getting through. One question was asked on Jan 19th and today is February 23rd. I know that no one here is paid and I really appreciate all the helpful...

I replace the ignition switch(key cylinder) a while back in my '89 F 150. It broke recently. The switch was not hard to turn but I had to turn it so far forward that sometimes I would have to use...

Engine in 1981 El Camino is V6 229 with 3 speed manual transmission. I think the distributor has been changed. I had a tough time finding the Ignition Control Module. It had to be ordered and...

I went out this morning and tried starting my '81 el camino again. Would not start. I unplugged the TSP sensor(I believe--plugs into the side of the carburetor) and plugged it back in and the car...

I was having problems with my 1981 el camino cutting off when I would slow down. I cleaned egr ports and valve. I also replaced the ignition control module as suggested on Askmehelpdesk. I started...

My 1981 chevy El Camino starts fine. It runs for several minutes and then once the engine is warm it chokes off. It will start right back up but chokes off. What could be the cause of this? Is it...

I am NOT a mechanic by any stretch of the imagination but I enjoy working on my vehicles. It is a great since of satisfaction to fix something with your own hands. I am considering taking some...

My 1999 Honda Odyssey idled erratically a couple of times a few weeks ago while in park. Fluctuacte from 1000 rpm to 2000 rpm. I turned it off and back on and turned the a/c off and on. It...

1999 honda odyssey was idling erratically one morning. I cut it off and restarted it and it was still erratic. I turned air conditioner on and off and the idle smoothed back out. No check engine...

I recently had starter problems with my 1981 El Camino. I noticed it started idling extremely smoothly and then it started choking off whenever I slowed to come to a start. It starts back up fine...

My starter get stuck "spinning" from time to time when I start my 1981 Chevrolet El Camino. Do I need to replace it or is there another fix? I generally remove the battery cable to get it to stop.

I recently replaced the EGR valve on my wife's 1999 Honda Odyssey. I took it to the auto parts store and they did the diagnostic test. I bought new EGR and put it on. I reset the check engine...

I need to replace the EGR valve on my 1999 Honda Odyssey--according to code reader at the auto parts store. Will the check engine light go off once I replace it or will I have to do something else...

I have a 1982 el camino that is not currently being driven. A few weeks ago I went out to move it and it wouldn't go in gear. Transmission fluid was a little low but not much. I added some fluid....

I have a 1981 El Camino. My right turn signal will blink but the left will not. I checked the rear bulb, front bulb, and side marker bulb and they all work. I can't figure out why they won't...

I have a 1988 Cadillac Seville with no heat. Replaced the thermostat. Have not had any of the usual indicators of a failed heater core. No heat. The air that comes out is enough to defrost...

How difficult is it to replace a thermostat on a 1988 cadillac seville? Where is it located?

I am not sure. That was my thought--maybe he replaced it with the same brand of water heater. He probably did NOT flush the lines. I had not thought about that. And if he replaced it with the...

I believe the plumber replaced the water heater--not just the anode. If it were the aerator screens wouldn't the smell occur with the cold water as well. It does NOT smell when cold water is on.

The hot water at our church smells like a rotten egg. I figured it was the anode rod. The plumber came, said the same, replaced the entire water heater. Now we still have the same problem. Could...

Is replacing the starter on my daughter's 2006 Nissan Altima a simple task? I am thinking of doing it myself. I don't want to get in to having to drop the transmission or anything like that.

Is replacing the starter on my daughter's 2006 Nissan Altima a simple task? I am thinking of doing it myself.

My daughter's '06 Altima would from time to time be sluggish starting, especially in warmer temperature or after it had ran for a while. A couple of weeks ago it wouldn't start at all. Had the...

I need to replace the power window motor in the driver's door of a 1988 Cadillac Seville. How difficult is this to do?

A few weeks ago I got in my 1989 Ford F150 truck and started it. It immediately started shaking violently--things literally jump off the dash. As I started to drive it seemed to "smooth out" a...

My son's girlfriend's 98 explorer just lost power and died while they were driving down the road tonight. It has fuel and turns over but just won't start. What could this be? Fuel pump? Filter?...

I did my oil change for my 1999 Honda Odyssey but I don't know how to reset the Maintenance light. Is this an easy task?

I am applying for my general contractor's license and I have to do a balance sheet as part of the application. I need to be able to show $17,000 in working capital. The balance sheet has current...

My 89 F-150 won't start. When I turn the ignition there is just a humming or buzzing sound. I put on a new solenoid switch and had the starter checked out. I did notice the buzzing coming from the...

I went out to start my 89 F-150 the other day and it wouldn't turn over. I heard the initial hum of the fuel pump and then there was just a humming or buzzing sound. It made this same sound when I...

I am looking at buying a 1996 mitsubishi eclipse. The guys tells me that it needs rod bearings. It runs but knocks. I read somewhere that the mitsubishis had problems with the lifters that made...

I am attempting (first time) to replace brake pads on the rear of my 93 honda accord. I got everything off and it seems pretty straight forward. My problem is I can get the caliper piston...

My brakes on the rear left side of my 1993 honda accord are squeaking. It set for about 2 weeks or so and I noticed this when I started back driving it. It seems like the brake pad is 'engaged'...

I am installing an aftermarket radio in my 1993 honda accord. I bought the after market install kit but on the instructions the color codes for the wires don't match my factory wires. I got the...

I noticed when I started my 1993 honda accord a couple of days ago there was blue smoke. I hadn't seen any smoke since. The car has about 187000 miles on it. Should I be concerned? Is this a sign...

I want to take the factory radio out of my 1993 honda accord. Can I do this without having to take the dash out? I started to tackle this yesterday but it seemed to be too involved. Is there a...

Flatter roofs (lower pitches) sometime require extra care when flashing. The low pitch combined with heavy blowing rain can cause leaks. Also if you have snow and ice that stay on the roof for a...

What you are describing is the shingles are 'laced' or 'weaved' across the valley. This is done quite often in some areas. It is still a good idea to install valley flashing in the valley prior to...

How steep is your roof pitch?

Stubits you can find weatherstripping that is metal with an attached rubber/vinyl strip. The metal attaches to the door jamb with the rubber seal strip toward the door. It comes with screws or...

I am considering replacing the engine in my 1989 honda accord. I have a guy that I am planning to have do it for me. I am just curious--how difficult of a job is this? I am by no means a mechanic...

The windows don't fog and he has checked to see if the carpet is wet. No sign that the heater core is bad. Could the heater core just be 'clogged'?

Who has the best mortgage rate right now? I heard it is only to your advantage to refinance if you are getting at least a full point lower interest rate-is this true?

My brother-in-law has a 87 camaro and the heat doesn't work. It has a new thermostat, both top and bottom hoses are same temperature after the car warms up, doesn't seem to be a problem with the...

I found a used engine for my 1989 honda accord. It has 25000 verified mileage comes with a 6 month warranty for $975. Is this a good deal? Price on a rebuild is about $1600 with 12 month warranty.

My 1989 F-150 was doing that several years back. After my so called "mechanic" replaced 3 fuel pumps and the computer, towed it about 3 times, ---about 800-900 dollars later I got it back, drove it...

I would like to become more proficient in using my computer and more knowledgeable. I want a better understanding. Speed, memory, eliminating useless programs etc. Is there a class that would help...

I have a 1989 Ford F-150 pickup with about 350K miles. It needs valve cover gaskets, plugs, wires, muffler and other 'odd and ends'. Can I tell, from a compression check of the enging, whether it...