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Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 12:50pm On Aug 29, 2017
apexquest:
pls Boss Gazzuzz, is lower ball joint the same as what the kazeems call "downlink"?..

are you saying i understand kazeemy language? are you trying to insult me? angry

































kazeem vocab for suspension

boris=bearings
linkage=swaybar links
ball joint=usually the lower control arm ball joint
shaft=C.V joint outer side
inner cup=C.V joint inner side
bushing=lower control arm bushings, swaybar bushings, basically anything with black rubber on it. wink
shock absorber=struts
spring=coil springs
shock absorber pad=upper strut mount

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Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by MalcomXY: 8:49am On Aug 30, 2017
Hi Gazzuz,

I want to pick a Tokunbo/Nigerian used car, considering the models Lexus 330 2005, Highlander 2005 or RAV4 2008.

Are there known issues with these models i should look out for in making a choice.

regards.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:09am On Aug 30, 2017
MalcomXY:
Hi Gazzuz,

I want to pick a Tokunbo/Nigerian used car, considering the models Lexus 330 2005, Highlander 2005 or RAV4 2008.

Are there known issues with these models i should look out for in making a choice.

regards.
Major issues I notice when inspecting nigerian used vehicles is abuse.

Wrong oil types used over long period of time.

wrong electrical connections

water in reservoirs and radiators instead of coolant.

patched exhaust systems, instead of replacement.


Try and buy straight from owner, and not dealer. they can answer the question on servicing history.

Dealer is just interested In a sale.


For the rav4 if you hear and suspension noises going over rough surfaces, it is most likely the steering rack.

also check the A/C system, if it is the factory compressor is still installed.

For the RX330 ensure you scan to be sure its still using the specified Gearbox and has not been swapped with a 10pin

also check for the a/c compressor type.

Both cars should come with variable displacement compressors.



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Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by citizenjuwon(m): 9:46am On Aug 30, 2017
GAZZUZZ:

Major issues I notice when inspecting nigerian used vehicles is abuse.

Wrong oil types used over long period of time.

wrong electrical connections

water in reservoirs and radiators instead of coolant.

patched exhaust systems, instead of replacement.


Try and buy straight from owner, and not dealer. they can answer the question on servicing history.

Dealer is just interested In a sale.


For the rav4 if you hear and suspension noises going over rough surfaces, it is most likely the steering rack.

also check the A/C system is the factory compressor is still installed.

For the RX330 ensure you scan to be sure its still using the specified Gearbox and has not been swapped with a 10pin

also check for the a/c compressor type.

Both cars should come with variable displacement compressors.





Ewww! I get high on intelligent conversation, whether am directly involved or not.

As a mechanical engineering graduate, I could relate with most of the terms you effortlessly throw around when answering questions. But I wish I have half of your technical abilities.
I am convinced beyond doubt that you know your chosen profession inside out.

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Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by MalcomXY: 11:10am On Aug 30, 2017
Thanks Gazzuzz

Will give you a call.

Thanks.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by jarkbauer: 12:37pm On Aug 30, 2017
Oga Gazzuzz do you think Alot of Nigerian used cars ignore check engine light with bad catalyst and oxygen sensor?


I asked a friend how much he spends servicing his accord he told me 6k
I laughed hard I told him the oil for his car alone should cost 20k he looked at me like I'm crazy
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by bigass(f): 2:29pm On Aug 31, 2017
My husband drivers a camry 2009. the car gulps fuel like mad. For example he uses 10k fuel every week from Alapere to Marina. the average mpg is about 12. no light on the dashboard.
fuel trim

idle

STFT 0.0
LTFT14.8

REVING AT 2000 RPM

STFT 1.6
LTFT=8.6


GAZZUZZ
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:17pm On Aug 31, 2017
mobolaji234:
Good day Mr GAZZUZZ,
I now believe you are a witch mechanic Sir. I have personally asked some experienced 'kazeems' about d possibilities of converting a manual tranny to auto and d responses are that it's never possible and moreso it's a white elephant project.
Abeg, how much will it cost me to convert such model of ur avensis and a 2000 model corolla.

thanks in anticipation.

what engine do you have in the bay? the 7a-fe/4a-fe? the 3s-fe? or the 1zz?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by mobolaji234: 9:35pm On Aug 31, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


what engine do you have in the bay? the 7a-fe/4a-fe? the 3s-fe? or the 1zz?

it comes with d 4A-FE engine
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:43pm On Aug 31, 2017
mobolaji234:


it comes with d 4A-FE engine

I did mine during goodluck ebeles tenure, it cost me less than 100k
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by mobolaji234: 9:52pm On Aug 31, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


I did mine during goodluck ebeles tenure, it cost me less than 100k
and this covers the new gear, wiring, workmanship, brainbox and other miscellaneous?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 10:09pm On Aug 31, 2017
mobolaji234:

and this covers the new gear, wiring, workmanship, brainbox and other miscellaneous?

will I pay my sef? cheesy

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Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by mobolaji234: 10:29pm On Aug 31, 2017
GAZZUZZ:

will I pay my sef? cheesy
so how much for workmanship Sire?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by nnamdibig(m): 10:36pm On Aug 31, 2017
Wonderful thread.
So someone blessed me with a honda bullet 1995/96 (Tiger Face) with automatic transmission which was bought as Toks in 2010. So far I have changed the Engine Oil and oil Filter, spark plugs, Gear selector Cable. But there are some issues that I have noticed and they are:

a) Check engine light is showing dashboard
b) ABS light is showing on dashboard
c) SRS light is showing on the dashboard
d) When I put the gear on Drive with my foot depressing the break pedal there is some mild vibration on the steering but when begin to move the
vibration gradually disappears.
e) I can move the Gear from Drive to reverse or even to Park without depress the break pedal.

At a workshop I took it to they suggested changing the following:

1) Front Wheel bearing
2) Ball joint
3) Stabilizer Links
4) Tie rods

(this goes to Luvinhubby)I would love to know the price of the listed items and how much to deliver them to Warri where I reside.

@ Oga Gazzuzz, Kingreign and others please advice me on what to do.
Thanks all.


Pls Oga can you help and tackle this. It was lifted from another thread of yours.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by bigass(f): 5:01pm On Sep 01, 2017
bigass:
My husband drivers a camry 2009. the car gulps fuel like mad. For example he uses 10k fuel every week from Alapere to Marina. the average mpg is about 12. no light on the dashboard.
fuel trim

idle

STFT 0.0
LTFT14.8

REVING AT 2000 RPM

STFT 1.6
LTFT=8.6


GAZZUZZ
PLEASE NA
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 5:22pm On Sep 01, 2017
bigass:

PLEASE NA

coolant temp at these values?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by bigass(f): 6:17pm On Sep 01, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


coolant temp at these values?

middle not issues with the cooling system
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 7:58pm On Sep 01, 2017
bigass:


middle not issues with the cooling system

GAZZUZZ:


coolant temp at these values?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by bigass(f): 8:43pm On Sep 01, 2017
GAZZUZZ:




The coolant temperature gauge stays in the middle
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 10:30pm On Sep 01, 2017
bigass:



The coolant temperature gauge stays in the middle

I can only help you if we work with specific tech information.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by bigass(f): 10:49pm On Sep 01, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


I can only help you if we work with specific tech information.

Ok you are asking about the temp readings from the obd scanner?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by nnamdibig(m): 1:17pm On Sep 02, 2017
Mr Gazzuzz,
Honda bullet(auto) starts when the gear is at D4.
Pls what could be the problem?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 1:23pm On Sep 02, 2017
nnamdibig:
Mr Gazzuzz,
Honda bullet(auto) starts when the gear is at D4.
Pls what could be the problem?



park neutral switch/range switch misalignment.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by nnamdibig(m): 1:46pm On Sep 02, 2017
GAZZUZZ:




park neutral switch/range switch misalignment.



Tnx sir
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by captainking(m): 7:21pm On Sep 02, 2017
Readonee35L:





The tachometer is suppose to be at least below or above 1. But not 0
I think the whole instrument cluster is damaged because nothing seems to work
Temp Guage not working. Should be above C after running for 30 minutes. even if you have 30 fans
Tachometer dead. Rev meter
Feal Guage dead.
Bro.. My speedometer Dosent even read.. But others work.. How do I fix it
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by suxes2005(m): 9:23pm On Sep 02, 2017
Gazzuz, we talked this evening as regarding the Mobil 1 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-20

Let me know if there is any additional info. Thanks

SHALOM
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by pusiboty: 10:31pm On Sep 02, 2017
@Gazzuzz

I drive an 09' Camry i4 with a 2azfe engine . . .

Problem is car losses power on the highway especially after a stop-light or traffic . . .

Will not rev past 2k RPM.. Sometimes, i shift to Neutral and back to Drive back and forth like 3 times and it picks up speed normally

only to lose power again after the next stop light or traffic.

In worst cases, I will have to maneuver and park, switch off and restart.

Happens with both A/C on and off . . . rarely happens on short drives . . . only long distance drives.

N.B: It rarely switches off, only loses power and will no longer accelerate. if i keep pushing , then it switches off.

Pls help !!

Thanks
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 10:42pm On Sep 02, 2017
pusiboty:
@Gazzuzz

I drive an 09' Camry i4 with a 2azfe engine . . .

Problem is car losses power on the highway especially after a stop-light or traffic . . .

Will not rev past 2k RPM.. Sometimes, i shift to Neutral and back to Drive back and forth like 3 times and it picks up speed normally

only to lose power again after the next stop light or traffic.

In worst cases, I will have to maneuver and park, switch off and restart.

Happens with both A/C on and off . . . rarely happens on short drives . . . only long distance drives.

N.B: It rarely switches off, only loses power and will no longer accelerate. if i keep pushing , then it switches off.

Pls help !!

Thanks



what have you tried?

what lights are on on cluster?

You should check fuel pressure.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by pusiboty: 10:52pm On Sep 02, 2017
GAZZUZZ:


what have you tried?

what lights are on on cluster?

You should check fuel pressure.

The dashboard is as clean as a whistle . . .no warning lights . . .

scanner says "no error codes found" too . . .

Mecho tried to tune up by cleaning the throttle body and changing the spark plugs

No results . . .
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 10:59pm On Sep 02, 2017
pusiboty:


The dashboard is as clean as a whistle . . .no warning lights . . .

scanner says "no error codes found" too . . .

Mecho tried to tune up by cleaning the throttle body and changing the spark plugs

No results . . .

GAZZUZZ:


[s]what have you tried?

what lights are on on cluster?[/s]

You should check fuel pressure.
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by pusiboty: 11:13pm On Sep 02, 2017
GAZZUZZ:



Fuel pressure check . . . How sir?

Maybe you can help , , , can't you ?
Re: ASK GAZZUZZ by GAZZUZZ(m): 11:51pm On Sep 02, 2017
pusiboty:


Fuel pressure check . . . How sir?

Maybe you can help , , , can't you ?

Using a fuel pressure tester sir wink

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