1
Feb
maybe it weas uncomfortable with right.
Answer: Phil Clark was the guy who designed the pony emblem. He was a right handed artist, and naturally liked to draw his photos from left to right. This is the reason the horse faces to the left. If you want to read more about him, the article is in […]
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1
Feb
I have a 1998 Ford Explorer Xlt(v-6 ohc) and im looking to improve on my miles per gallon. So far i change the oil every 3k and i have since changed the spark plugs wires and air filter. Is there anything i can replace or modify to get a better result then i am already […]
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1
Feb
i purchased a 96 mustang gt. all i know that the motor was replaced somewhere in its life. i wanna get a cam so i need to know if it's the p.i or npi heads.
Answer: if they replaced the whole motor with a 99-04 the oil cap/fill spot will be on the passenger side(left side […]
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31
Mar
Hi all Mechanics, am having a nightmare trying to remove the front brake disk on a Mk2 Mondeo, nothing securing it, caliper assembly off, no securing washers/screws etc, have used heat, wedges behind the disk, lump hammers, WD40 etc etc. PLEASE any hints/tips/tricks?
Ty,
Rowdy.
Answer: put the wheel nuts on so you dont damage the […]
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30
Mar
im planning on purchasing a 98 F150 that comes with the 4.6L V8. i have heard this engine gets 220 hp and also heard 250. either way. is this enough to spin the tires and keep it going until ive totally melted em off? (i have my reasons, and can afford it)
Answer: that is plenty […]
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28
Mar
i am thinking about getting a 98 f150 with the 4.6L v8 pumping out about 220hp. my old truck (6cyl engine) when i tried to do a burnout the differential slipped and only the passenger side rear tire spun. will this be a problem on my new truck with it being newer and having a […]
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28
Mar
i dont like the fact that i cant work on my own vehicle i want an old style engine and transmission, can that be retrofitted into a 2002 ford ranger? would this cause me to not be able to pass emissions? do they’ve higher standards for newer cars or is it a universal emissions limit […]
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25
Mar
why don't a lot of people like this engine?
Answer: It has the power of a small block and fuel economy of a huge block. Basically it was inferior in each way to the 351W. The 351M/400M are best used as boat anchors. As mentioned by SVOman, the 400M can be built into a torque […]
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22
Mar
What’s the best way to accurately measure my vehicles 0-60 time? My friends and I tried it this way;
One person with a timer sat in the passenger seat and started when the vehicle moved and then ended the timer when the speedometer hit 60. It wasn't very accurate though because my friends Gran Prix (300 […]
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22
Mar
I’ve a 99' mercury cougar. We have tried fixing the o2 sensors many times, but no luck. The check engine light always comes on right before I need my emissions done. Does anybody know a way to get the light to go off just so I can get my automobile to pass?
Answer: well, […]
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