1997 SL1
spark plugs and wires just replaced by dealer about a month ago.
My daughter was driving to work and said the stereo went off, then the speed
odometer quit working. Having a hard time getting up to speed - said she had

99 Camaro, with the subject motor, 84K miles, religiously maintained
this just started happening to me -- when started up, very loud tapping
noise, ala stuck lifter or valve
after 15 minutes of running, the noise gradually diminishes, then is

The new GTO.
A subdued looking (OK, bland) Australian coupe launched a couple of years
ago in the U.S. with a really badly thought out name and zip advertising. In
spite of being a huge bang for the buck bargain (BMW M3 performance for low

Of course, this article doesn't come from an automotive authority like
Consumer Reports but it's still a very good article.
Hybrid issues, and a rising star at Indy.
BY BROCK YATES

I have 1989 GMC Safari and have removed the timing cover to replace
oil seal, chain and sprockets. I did not lower the oil pan to remove
the cover. Is it reasonably possible to reinstall the cover without
removing the oil pan or can you loosen only the front and lower it

I've not messed with rack and pinion before, is there any adjustment to it?
There seems to be some play where the steering shaft enters the rack and
pinion unit, I can turn the wheel a bit each way with no movement of the
wheels and have a little up and down play in the shaft.  ...

My fiance got me a subscription to car and driver for xmas, and after
reading it for a few months, it seems they REALLY hate the big 3, chevy most
of all. Does anyone know of a car mag that is a little less bias that I
could get next time around?

"Although GM admitted that an employee had forged evidence..."  GM is an
ongoing example of sheer stupidity in action.  How much longer until they
run themselves out of existence?  Christmas '06?  Survival to contract talks
'07 (if that long)?

We may soon get an oil additive that actuallydoes what it's supposed to
do.
Additive gives improved mileage, less smog
Science News

"Professional Grade" Engineering
GM Canada being sued over engine gaskets
http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060425/REUTERS/60425018/100
3&refsect=
GM Canada being sued over engine gaskets

Besides brake pulsation my daughter's 2000 Alero coupe with 3.4L engine
exhibited peculiar cooling system behavior yesterday following a long trip
from North Carolina.  I noticed a small puddle of coolant under the machine
which she had not seen.

What is wrong with this picture?
http://freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060411/BUSINESS01/604110335/1014/B
USINESS

Now, this could actually elp to make hydrogen powered cars practical.
Powering cars from alcohol to hydrogen
Anna Salleh
ABC Science Online

How would I get better gas mileage.  Should I let the engine idle for 3 -5
minutes, while waiting for a school bus, after driving 1/2 mile after a cold
start ? Or should I turn it off as I do now
I have an '06 Sienna. In the morning my commute begins by taking my 3rd

Hi everyone.  I have gotten some conflicting information concerning
exhaust back pressure.  Some say reduce it as much as possible, you
don't need that back pressure for anything.  It's a myth.  Others say
if you get rid of too much you will burn your valves out unless you do