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Car Talk › Re: 3 Symptoms To Detect A Bad Or Failing Engine Mount by Alvin007: 11:30am On Sep 07, 2018
captainking:
i wanna get confirmation from the gurus here..is bad engine mount the reason my car vibrates when its not in idle(park/neutral)..let me properly explain it..if the car is engaged in park or neutral, it idles smooth without vibrations but if i put it in drive and step on brakes, it vibrates though not violently..but once i accelerate..it dosent vibrate. a mechie once told me that one of the engine mounts is bad and needs to be changed but i dont trust the mechie cos he almost once scammed me. honda accord 2005..nurey.,,,gazzuzz..alvin007...egunmojagi and other gurus..i also call on the chief recipient of Demeanors wrath international..high chief dancok to come and contribute,,,,obekediamondfuto
If there are no misfires recorded, the mounts are the possible culprits. The reason you notice it when you hit the brakes and engage the gear on ‘drive’, is because faulty engine mounts are mostly noticeable on low ‘rpm’. Kindly, change the faulty ones when you can..it can cause more havoc on your engine.
Car Talk › Re: Why Your Car's Brake Is Hissing Like A Snake by Alvin007: 11:15am On Sep 07, 2018
This is the only kinda snake(Cobra) that should hiss under your hood. grin

Car Talk › Re: Driver Covers Himself With Umbrella While Driving An Open-roof Benz In The Rain by Alvin007:
Where is the ‘it is better to cry in a Benz’ Crew? grin

Car Talk › Re: How Far Can You Drive Your Vehicle On Empty? by Alvin007: 6:48am On Sep 07, 2018
Pipedreams:
It was empty. Red line on the last mark before E. Computer was on 0km to empty. I guess it has a big reservor
Just teasing you bruv....it’s still not empty..since there’s still fuel in it’s reservoir. tongue
Car Talk › Re: You Can Now Earn A Nigeria University Degree In Road Safety by Alvin007:
After obtaining the certificate, na to go stand gidigba for highway dey collect money sure pass o. grin
Sense will not kimme. grin
Car Talk › Re: 2019 Brabus G500 Will Give You Multiple Adrenaline Shots (photos) by Alvin007: 6:39am On Sep 07, 2018
ChiefAzubuike:
What people love in G Wagons and Brabus modified ones is what ne'er ceases to amaze me. The car is so ugly people ought not to open their mouth in awe . But by do I need this when my Volkswagen atlas 2018 and Audi Q5 2017 can do what I need perfectly. My vovlvo v90 2018 is always on standby too for emergency.
Oga...wake up...you’re snoring already.

Car Talk › Re: How Far Can You Drive Your Vehicle On Empty? by Alvin007: 6:36am On Sep 07, 2018
Pipedreams:
I drove my car on empty from Maryland to Awolowo rd Ikoyi and back to NNPC Oregun before i found fuel last December.

Car: Infiniti G35x 2007 cool
It wasn’t empty after all. huh
Empty means unoccupied, vacant, bare. tongue
Car Talk › Re: 3 Symptoms To Detect A Bad Or Failing Engine Mount by Alvin007: 6:28am On Sep 07, 2018
So as not to confuse people.. grin.’Engine mounts’ are fondly called ‘Engine seats’ here in Nigeria.
Car Talk › Re: How Far Can You Drive Your Vehicle On Empty? by Alvin007: 6:19am On Sep 07, 2018
Driving frequently on an almost empty tank, can damage your catalyst converter..a.k.a ‘Indomie’ grin
The gas(fuel)in your car also acts like a coolant for the electric fuel-pump motor, so when you run very low, this allows the pump to suck in air, which creates heat and can cause the fuel pump to wear prematurely and potentially fail.

Car Talk › Re: CONGRATULATIONS Radautoworks!! Pictures. by Alvin007: 6:03am On Sep 07, 2018
Kewtt:
She's responded
Thank you sire
Car Talk › Re: CONGRATULATIONS Radautoworks!! Pictures. by Alvin007: 6:02am On Sep 07, 2018
Congrats Aunty Radu...
Car Talk › Re: Quiz On Knowledge Of Automobile by Alvin007: 11:32pm On Sep 06, 2018
EgunMogaji:
Hmmmmm....I think you're incorrect Sir.

The "thing" I found is in a blue package and yours is purple. Mine is 30% and yours is 60%.

So we're back to square one grin
This is exactly what happens when think you know a subject a lot more than the teacher does.... grin
Car Talk › Re: When Should You Change Your Transmission Fluid? by Alvin007: 11:08pm On Sep 06, 2018
JuanNig:
Source: https://naijauto.com/car-maintenance/when-should-you-change-your-transmission-fluid-368

Follow our guides to have your transmission fluid flushed or changed the right way.

It is advised that the transmission fluid should be checked frequently to make sure that it is in good condition, especially if your car runs under high-stress condition. You should check the fluid level using a dipstick and have a car mechanic check its condition.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-OXegCB2nZw
When To Change Transmission Fluid - Joe Rizza Ford

The following is the sign of transmission fluid telling that you need changing it immediately, otherwise it will have bad effects on your car.

- The transmission fluid changes its original colour or have burned odor:. Normally, the transmission fluid is in red colour. Therefore, when it turns darker or acquires a burned odour, it means you should get it changed or your transmission has got some mechanical problem.The transmission fluid is scattered with dirt or other debris: Sometimes you will find that the transmission fluid is scattered with dirt or other debris. That is also a sign showing the fluid need be changed.

https://file.naijauto.com/2018/03/02/jAVVbi5R/how-often-to-change--1c09.jpg
But don't be hasty when the mechanic tells you that your fluid has become darker and suggest you do a transmission change or flush

When you go to a repair facility for the fluid check or any routine service, the staff here will tell you that your fluid has become darker and suggest you do a transmission change or flush. But don't be hasty, consult your car’s maintenance schedule and consider the manufacturer’s recommendation before deciding. Doing so, you also have time to price maintenance shops.

Don’t flush your fluid when it has burnt smelling, dark, and has little speck or flakes in it. Your transmission and the fluid might have hard part damaged but still can work and you should not flush it, otherwise, it will fail right away. On the other hand, it is better if you continue driving the car until it stops working. That will save you a replacement transmission. No one can tell you when your transmission will fail, it might be in one day, one week or one year, but it definitely will soon.

https://file.naijauto.com/2018/03/02/jAVVbi5R/0-13fb.jpg
Normally, the fluid is in red colour

Don’t wait for the fluid’s smell or colour change. Most manufacturers recommend that you should have it changed every time the car gets 30,000 miles. You also can follow the industry standard which advises the fluid needs to be changed after the car has run for 24,000 miles or two years, depending on which condition come first.

Please note that a fluid change and transmission flush are totally different services. A transmission flush removes all the fluid in the cooler lines, the pan and the torque converter, meanwhile, the fluid change drains the dirty fluid from the pan.

Whichever service you opt for, make certain to have the transmission filter replaced, the pan dropped and inspected for any issues, and the fluid used is the one recommended by the manufacturer.

Source: https://naijauto.com/car-maintenance/when-should-you-change-your-transmission-fluid-368
Op...please pick a struggle..these points are confusing.
Car Talk › Re: My Golf 4 Is To Change Engine To 2.0 Today. by Alvin007: 9:34pm On Sep 06, 2018
OgaKazeem:
una dey here dey make noise. we don fit d engine finish.... d car dey fire anyau now ehn chai... shout out to all d Kazeems out there... pressing spoil since 1876
Try not to get burnt. cheesy
Car Talk › Re: Would You Use This Fancy Car Steering Wheel Cover? (photos) by Alvin007:
Why not just place a damn Poodle on the dashboard?.. angry.Rubbish!

Car Talk › Re: My Golf 4 Is To Change Engine To 2.0 Today. by Alvin007:
timifakay:
Is the bread refusing change or change is refusing the bread?

Upgrade from version 1.6 to version 2.0 __% complete
__% Complete..(beep beep)...error..(cannot complete installation)....rebuild and re-install previous engine.
Car Talk › Re: My Golf 4 Is To Change Engine To 2.0 Today. by Alvin007: 9:10pm On Sep 06, 2018
timifakay:
What's burning cooking on this thread?
It’s a German breed bread. grin
Car Talk › Re: Bad Driving Habits That Damage Your Car by Alvin007: 1:58pm On Sep 06, 2018
dominique:
Carrying heavy loads increases fuel consumption? First time I'll be hearing of this
Yes it does...it creates a lag on the engine. Hence, the engine uses more fuel to keep up.
Car Talk › Re: My Golf 4 Is To Change Engine To 2.0 Today. by Alvin007: 1:45pm On Sep 06, 2018
Chelseafan1:
O boy, it seems to be normal now o. grin grin grin grin

It's kind of stable now.

God bless Oga Nurey, Timifakay and Diamondfuto...

Make ds thing just stable ooo. grin grin grin

I wish I could make a video and show y'all. D
Haa! You dont want God to bless me too?
Car Talk › Re: My Golf 4 Is To Change Engine To 2.0 Today. by Alvin007: 9:53am On Sep 06, 2018
nurey:
carberator cleaner, it is a can with straw attached sold 700naira, a small foam or a used tooth brush will do the magic.

in cinderella voice
wash, scrub and twist that brush
up, down dirts go round
Top, bottom flaps shinning
wash, scrub it's all done now

grin
This is an example of a cheap one you can get around you.(Op)..na inside bush I go snap am o. grin

Car Talk › Re: Most Important Rules To Know When Driving At High Speed by Alvin007: 7:13am On Sep 06, 2018
alezzy13:
Yes, but what about a longer road? Say up to 300km? That would suggest a difference of almost 45min, no?
Firstly, I said ‘miles’, not ‘km’.
Lastly, On a Nigerian road, ask yourself if the time difference is worth a life. Cheers.
Ps; 300km is just 186miles.
Car Talk › Re: Car First Aid Kit by Alvin007: 7:02am On Sep 06, 2018
I wonder when the First Aid Box/Kit would be regarded as a necessary car accessory in Nigeria? huh
Car Talk › Re: CONGRATULATIONS Radautoworks!! Pictures. by Alvin007: 7:00am On Sep 06, 2018
Aunty Radu...where are you o? angry
Car Talk › Re: Quiz On Knowledge Of Automobile by Alvin007: 6:58am On Sep 06, 2018
diportivo:
I long for the day when we can enter random shops and buy original bulbs like this.. Phillips,osram and co

not these unbranded China things that will burn out after two days cry
As much as I don’t mean to sound pessimistic, I’m not sure this can still happen in Nigeria..considering the kinda leaders we keep recycling.
Car Talk › Re: Most Important Rules To Know When Driving At High Speed by Alvin007: 6:55am On Sep 06, 2018
Why speed excessively, when the difference between your ETA(Expected Time of Arrival), and that of someone on an average speed, might not be more than 15mins..on a distance of about 100 miles?
Speed thrills, but kills!
Make una stay alive biko.
Car Talk › Re: My Golf 4 Is To Change Engine To 2.0 Today. by Alvin007: 6:20am On Sep 06, 2018
Chelseafan1:
Bosses, my Golf 4 when idle, raises it's rmp by itself and comes down.... Like it goes up and come down..... It's not stable.

That's the only issue I have with this car now. What can I do pls.

Cc Nurey, Diportivo (thanks for the Audi parts seller u linked me with) I got a new compressor shipped from Lag thru him, it's really nice) God bless you my man. Gazzuzz, etc etc
The first thing I’d love to say is ‘scan’. But then, since you said it happens only when idling. Clean the throttle body, and check the iac(idle air control) chamber/valve.
Politics › Re: Caption This Photo Of Atiku And Fayose by Alvin007: 10:20am On Sep 05, 2018
Iseoluwani:
RIP TO ENGLISH

Car Talk › Re: Would One Be Arrested If Driving A Car With A Cracked Windscreen? by Alvin007: 9:44am On Sep 05, 2018
4601CE:
FRSC are always on the roads as early as you can imagine.
Late in the evening sounds better
Not on that road. I ply that route once a week, and I leave Gidi as early as 5:30am.
Car Talk › Re: How To Drive Through Standing Water And Flood by Alvin007: 4:14am On Sep 05, 2018
CarMecx:
See how another car gets on, and then proceed with caution
That car na the scape goat ba? grin
Car Talk › Re: Please Help, Honda Accord EOD Acceleration Problem.i Need Solution by Alvin007: 4:06am On Sep 05, 2018
toxxnoni:
Ok.. thanks... I will do dat
Scan first...before replacing any parts.
Car Talk › Re: Honda Accord 2005 For Sale by Alvin007: 10:36pm On Sep 04, 2018
Qsola
Start a fresh thread/advert on ‘Autos’ section. Happy sales.

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