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Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by ZIMDRILL(m): 12:02pm On Dec 09, 2013 |
ibro360: pls how do i rebuild power steering pump as i plan on doing such for my golf 3. why would want to rebuild a power steering pump ? based on UK standards i have never heard any mechanic saying he wants to rebuild a steering pump as long it is working fine leave it alone as long the pump has enough fluid it should be fine if it dies most due to wear and tear get a replace |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by sultaan(m): 3:59pm On Dec 09, 2013 |
How mechanic go chop |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by ibro360(m): 10:03pm On Dec 10, 2013 |
ZIM DRILL:tnx my power steering is so soft but makes alot of noise i drain n replace it wit abro transmission fluid it d noise stopped for a while n continued |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Piyke: 12:23pm On Dec 26, 2013 |
Piyke: Hello everyone, I have now performed all above listed DIYs. That for the coolant flush can be found in this thread: https://www.nairaland.com/1541197/coolant-drain-flush-refill-diy I will open a thread to deal with the Power steering rebuild and the replacement of my Automatic Tensioner. Watch out for it if interested! |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by ibro360(m): 9:44pm On Dec 27, 2013 |
1.honda civic brake master cylinder re-kit 2.adding of extra speakers. 3.bleeding of golf 3 brake system. 4.making all 4 wheels of golf 3 brake active,because d back brakes wer blocked wit nails by road side mechanics. 5.changing of oil and filters. 6.removing and washing of fuel tank. |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by ibro360(m): 9:50pm On Dec 27, 2013 |
Piyke:pls wer can i get d o-ring of honda accord 2005 V6,the power steering pump makes a whining noise every morning and d fluid reservior hav small bubbles. |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by sultaan(m): 12:27am On Dec 28, 2013 |
Do you know if you have the right fluid in the first place the wrong fluid will boil |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Piyke: 9:34am On Dec 28, 2013 |
ibro360: pls wer can i get d o-ring of honda accord 2005 V6,the power steering pump makes a whining noise every morning and d fluid reservior hav small bubbles. To further nail the diagnosis, does the whine increase when you turn the steering to any side at startup? Does the whine reduce after the car has heated up? Does the sound return with full force after the car has cooled down and you start it again no matter the time of day? If the answer to all these questions are yes then the most likely cause is PS inlet o-ring (This is the hose that goes from the reservoir to the pump. loosen the size 10 bolt and you'll find the o-ring). I got mine from the US but I'm sure if you take it to a parts market you should be able to get it. Best of luck. It would not take up to 10mins to replace |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by ibro360(m): 10:23pm On Dec 29, 2013 |
Piyke:tnx alot all d answers to ur questions are yes, i will try to get d o-ring. |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Mecksmail: 6:47pm On Jul 12, 2014 |
Greetings dear bros! List of DIY's I've done on my Toyota Camry 03 include as follows: A/C Relay replacement Upper engine mount replacement Engine splash shield replacement Engine oil & filter changes (every 3 months) Horn replacement Engine Air filter change Cabin Air filter change Throttle body cleaning Rear light bulb changes Tyre rotation Future DIY plans: Power steering flush Automatic Transmission Fluid change Air fuel sensor replacement |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by erico2k2(m): 7:42pm On Jul 12, 2014 |
Good day people CAr, Jeep Liberty 4x4,3.7 Petrol,2004 DIYs Done 1 change of Drive belt 2,Regular Oil change + FIlter @ 3k miles 3 Replaced Alternator 4 Battery changed 5 Front and Rear Break pads changed plus calliper service 6,front and rear wiper blades changed 7,Tyre rotation 8,Brain Box changed 9,Head lamp reflector cleaned 10,after mkt antennae instaled 11,Rear and front axle fluid drained and re filled 12 Tail glass gas thrust changed 13,Hood/bonnet gas thrust replaced 14, Crank and cam shaft sensors replaced. Planned DIY 1 main project Change of Entire Rear axle assembly, expecting replacememnt soon on a container from the US 2 Change of automatic gear fluid, 3 change of transmission filter plus gasket. 4 change of O2 sensor Bank 2.1(the one Before the Cat COnv. |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by erico2k2(m): 7:43pm On Jul 12, 2014 |
Mecksmail: Greetings dear bros!When you change ur transmission fluid do you also change the filter inside? |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by erico2k2(m): 7:46pm On Jul 20, 2014 |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by davo3286: 11:35pm On Jul 23, 2014 |
I am a passionate 'DIYer'. 2007 Honda Accord SE, 2.4L I4; Alabaster Silver Body with Black Interior - Sold 1. Changed disc rotors and brake pads 2. Repaired power steering pump. Fixed whine noise on power steering pump by replacing o-ring 3. Changed engine seating 4. Changed engine oil, cabin air filter, engine air filter and oil filter 5. Flushed and changed coolant 6. Did resonator delete 7. Installed Air Filter Minder device 8. Did underside & underhood routine inspection after a major travel & after the rainy season...walkaround inspection of car body, tires & wheels 2010 Honda Accord EX-L, 3.5L V6; Pearl Black body with Black Leather Interior - Current 1. Changed ATF 2. Change engine oil, carbin air filter, oil filter and topped up coolant with distilled water 3. Did resonator delete 4. Replaced entire airbox (air intake filter and box) with K&N Cold Air Intake System...will upload picture if required 5. Install Air Filter Minder device - Planned 6. Replace OEM front brake discs with Aftermarket Drilled and Slotted Discs - Planned **Wash engine after any major travel and after each service (oil change) to remove spilled oil and keep engine clean and looking good **Take to the pit (lube bay) for lubrication, general routine inspection - body, tires, wheels, lights & underside inspection after any major travel ***Polish interior (seats, dash, side walls) once in a month ****Polish body once quarterly PS: ALWAYS USE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED OIL AND FLUIDS and believe me your car engine will be happier. |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Nobody: 6:58am On Jul 24, 2014 |
davo3286: I am a passionate 'DIYer'.@ bolded, Needed |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Nobody: 3:00pm On Jul 24, 2014 |
I bought a 2003 Toyota Hilux Single Cabin 4x4. I planned things would happen to it. Things happened to it. Things are still happening to it. Things will continue to happen to it. Like education, modifications, upgrades and improvements are endless. Such is evolution. |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Piyke: 8:53pm On Jul 24, 2014 |
davo3286: I am a passionate 'DIYer'. Please upload the pics for our benefit |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by TCD: 1:53am On Jul 25, 2014 |
davo3286: I am a passionate 'DIYer'.hi please what did you use to polish your interior and car body and where did you get them from? |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Piyke: 3:55pm On Aug 03, 2014 |
Recently completed DIYs apart from previously listed: 1. Fuel filter cleaning. 2. Servicing of right front wheel brake calliper: A worn seal was leaking brake fluid that made the handbrake light come on despite the handbrake not being engaged. Brought down the calliper, took it to Camp (Enugu) where the offending seal was replaced then I remounted it and bled the system. 3. Adjusted handbrake height (4-7 clicks): I have noticed that Accords unlike Toyota's need more frequent adjusting of drum brakes. 4. Inspected and cleaned spark plugs. 5. Attempted replacing PCV valve: Can you imagine, got a Berck and Arnley PCV valve (From US) for the I4 03 Accord and while fixing it the part broke on tightening. I just cleaned the old one with petrol and put it back. I am going to leave a 1-star review for the part on Amazon from where I bought it . Thank God the old one still rattles. 6: Cleaned EGR valve Still plan the following: 1. Transmission filter replacement 2. Change brake fluid 3. Replace air cleaner element with OEM (Part already arrived) |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by pragmatistm(m): 3:33pm On Aug 05, 2014 |
1. CVT transmission fluid replacement and filter cleaning 2. Coolant flush 3. Rear light replacement 4. Air filter washing an its compartment cleaning. 5. MAF cleaning 6. Engine washing 7. Returning the fan to auto control after mechanic/auto electrician changed to work all time 8. Mending and fixing the plastic uder the engine and inside front tyre compartment 9. ..and lots more |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by sultaan(m): 2:36am On Aug 06, 2014 |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by sultaan(m): 5:00pm On Aug 06, 2014 |
My recent diys https://www.nairaland.com/852138/how May be the mod can move the thread to cartalk please |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Nobody: 8:38am On Aug 10, 2014 |
For me, I'm more of an exterior guy. I don't do too many engine related DIY unless it's not too difficult. I use a 2008 Honda accord. Changed my headlights with angel eyes/ leds . Also installed a hid ballast/bulbs underneath the bumper. Not easy AT ALL. changed the logos to all red (front and back) Installed under-car lighting (led) Colored my brake calipers red..
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Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Nobody: 8:53am On Aug 10, 2014 |
Installed reverse camera and rear view mirror monitor Installed parrot bluetooth hands free system(Ipod, USB, aux in etc) Body decals 1 Like
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Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by erico2k2(m): 11:20pm On Aug 20, 2015 |
who killed this thread arggggggggggggggggg |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Nobody: 8:40am On Aug 21, 2015 |
erico2k2: LOL. I don't know. Probably tells you that Nigerians aren't too interested in this stuff. Changed the display to a touchscreen GPS unit (from China) in my 2008 accord. Complete with map of Nigeria, video and audio player (through USB/Memory card) and reverse camera. Sweet... 1 Like
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Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by erico2k2(m): 10:14am On Aug 21, 2015 |
og2711:Nice who did U buy from did you order it direct? |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Nobody: 11:21am On Aug 21, 2015 |
og2711: Sir how much was the cost of the whole installment and I like the pics I am seeing it would be very useful for someone like me who doesn't know so many roads in Lagos. |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Nobody: 2:14pm On Aug 21, 2015 |
erico2k2: I was fortunate enough to travel to China last year so I just put it in my luggage. dumo1: I bough mine for RMB1500 (which was about 45k at the time) while in China. However you cannot get that price unless you're there. Go on www.aliexpress.com and they have many there. They quote crazy prices ($800 etc), but if you talk with the seller or browse extensively,you will get it for cheaper. Also insist on free shipping. Also they are of 2 variants based on the OS they run. This one i posted runs Windows Mobile and is cheaper, but i advice going for the ones that run android as they can be customized to no end. E.g: http://www.aliexpress.com/item/-/32444076900.html As for the installation, I did it myself at home. Once you know where all the screws and clips are located, its actually a piece of cake. If you don't want to, I can send you the link to a video on youtube so that you can guide whoever you decide to use (These panel beaters will just break everything if you leave them). If you drive the same car, i have a few spare reverse camera kits i can sell for a hefty profit.. |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Piyke: 7:35pm On Aug 21, 2015 |
Nice, Eriko2k2 for bringing this back. I've done quite a lot since this last post. Piyke: All those planned, I have carried out. In addition, I've replaced my valve cover gasket, checked valve clearances, replaced vtc filter assembly, replaced vtec solenoid spool valve filter, changed secondary O2 sensor and a still have a few tasks planned. Will list them in a bit. 2 Likes |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by erico2k2(m): 4:34pm On Sep 04, 2015 |
Weldon piyke as for me.I have got some job on my jeep liberty.but I'm not I 9ja till xmas so I'm getting the parts frm here and fixing them wen I gt gome. |
Re: What DIYs (Do It Yourself ) Have You Done On Your Car Or Plan To Do? by Piyke: 2:14am On Sep 27, 2015 |
Replaced my driver door actuator yesterday! Should be dishing out the DIY procedure soon. You can catch a lot of my repairs on my blog: www.diyautoworksng.com |
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