Help!  I noticed dirt in the gas tank of my push lawn mower so I tried taking
out the dirty gas with a syringe.  I got a good amount of the gas out but
then the rubber plunger in the syringe kept coming off.  I guess the gas was
attacking the rubber.  There still was a small amount ...

At idol speed my dash lights and headlights dim. (1987 Towncar, 5L
engine) When motor speeds up they get bright again.  Thought it was the
alternator so got a rebuilt one from NAPA. 3 weeks later the problem
still exists.  Now the alternator does not charge at any speed.  Car has

I have a 1970 pontiac grand prix that had a 400 in it befor i got it.
It has a 327 now. I have a chevy 350 that I want to drop in it. I was
woundering if i could drop it in and if so what would i have to do?

Purchasing a previously owned vehicle can be a great way to save some
cash while still getting a good car. If you shop smart, you can find a
used car that is in good condition and will provide years of service.
With a bit of research, shopping around, and patience, buying a used

I found some software to put in a laptop computer to use the laptop as a
scantool and PCM programmer. Does anyone in this newsgroup have a cable for
sale that goes from the laptop serial port to the OBDII socket or know where
to get one? If not, does anyone know where to buy the ...

I know that the primary causes of high oil consumption are worn rings or
worn main bearings. However...
Is it possible for worn valve guide oil seals to contribute to high oil
usage but NOT result in a puff of smoke out the taipipe from a cold start?

I know it's a quick fix, but what sort of tape would be best to cover
over rust holes on a fender edge ?  Metal tape?  Duct tape ?
I would tape over the holes, then spraypaint the entire fender.
Thanks

If you run an engine to its maximum temperature and let it sit overnight
for 10 to 15 hours, won't a lot more oil drain into the pan vs. doing an
immediate hot oil change and letting it drain for the usual 10 to 30
minutes? Some people say they wait much longer but I don't find ...

1996 Buick Regal, 3.8L engine:
1. Either at the firewall or the engine, which heater
   hose is the supply and which the return?
2. Does the bolt retaining the front caliper bracket

I recently bought a nice used 99 Buick Century and it is great execpt
for 1 thing..the odometer is not lit so I don't know the mileage. Does
anyone have an idea on what to even check first? I checked the fuses
but there isn't one for just the odometer Any help would cetainly be

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My friend is stumped. He has a 94 Escort that came to him with a serp
belt that snapped off and broke 1 wire off of the crank sensor plug
which has been reattached.
The problem now is when you crank the motor over it will not fire.

JUst coming off the freeway and coming to the house the temp gauge
swept to the red. Never had this problem before.  So I replaced the
thermostat and radiator cap (350 Camaro 1995).  (it's a Stant
SuperStat thermostat).  Drained radiator and filled 50/50. From cold

and where do i take them? i am in the philadelphia area

Took my 2000 Mazda Protege ES to local brake shop for
brake job.  Told them to rotate tires front to back as
well.
Turns out brakes were OK... but they called me and said