Car Talk › Re: Help,my Mercedes Benz 190e 2.6 Is Draining My Pocket by Denn(m): 6:05pm On Jan 06, 2016 |
Bizibi: 190 is my worst Benz car on my list of Benz cars I have driven Sorry... You drove a bad copy |
Car Talk › Re: Help,my Mercedes Benz 190e 2.6 Is Draining My Pocket by Denn(m): 11:27am On Jan 06, 2016 |
kaeforum: In this day and age your are still hanging to that antiquated 190e, guy ur better off with a jetta.  Does it make him a lesser human if he decides to use a 190 2.6? How helpful has your contribution been to his issue? Have you assisted or derided him? If we all follow your theory, it implies everyone should be driving a 2016 model vehicle 'in this day and age'. |
Car Talk › Re: Chasing Classic Cars In Nigeria by Denn(op): 4:25pm On Jan 04, 2016 |
Saw this bus recently.
Volkswagen type 2 bus
Working well. Still being used for commercial transport.
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Car Talk › Re: How To Test Naija Used Cars...TRANSMISSION by Denn(m): 11:41am On Jan 04, 2016 |
Good point.
Let me chip in one:
If you are buying a car and you are told that the AC just needs gas, immediately plan to discount a minimum of #50,000 extra from the final resale price.
The reason being that ac systems don't eat gas like fuel. If it needs gas, there is a possible leak.
There is also a very great chance that the seller has tried fixing but to no avail. Ac recharge can is around #500 so if it really needs gas, he should have filled up. |
Car Talk › Re: How To Clean Your Car's Injectors by Denn(m): 8:40pm On Jan 03, 2016 |
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Car Talk › Re: Help Needed With My Benz Car by Denn(m): 1:51pm On Jan 02, 2016 |
oieda: Please check out the pictures I added. cc bountydog lonlydora ivoryhouse
Thanks again This is why it is good to upload pictures. Your car is a newer model w124 with the modern m111 engine. It is an injector and not a carb. PS: Papiwata is right. MB opted for what is called 'biodegradable wiring harness' at a point. These wires break down after exposure to heat. You can replace the engine wire harness then replace the shorted components. |
Car Talk › Re: Hmnm... To Buy Or Not To Buy. Mercedes Benz 1988 500 SEC by Denn(m): 10:18am On Jan 02, 2016 |
kingreign: This then is Trac. I conclude that this is trac, you don't need to argue it bro.. Only trac knows and speaks like this, trac knows Mercedes of the golden era like the back of his hands. Gee, denn, camaro, smartchoices, et al come rejoice with me, we've seen trac whom we've always missed on nairaland. Words can't express my feelings. Lol... |
Car Talk › Re: Cars And Stars. First Nigerian Car Show On Dstv Starts Today. by Denn(op): 4:56pm On Jan 01, 2016 |
A Happy New Year to YOU
From the Host, Production & Digital Media Teams of The CARS AND STARS Television Show... As we navigate into the new Year with all the Curves, Corners and Bends ahead, may we Increase in Wisdom to know when to Hit the Brakes, Steer carefully, or Accelerate to Full Speed into our Dreams, Goals & Objectives.
Have a Successful and Fulfilling Year Ahead.
We appreciate YOU!!!
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Car Talk › Re: The Best of Mercedes-benz 230 Classic by Denn(m): 9:17pm On Dec 31, 2015 |
Abduljohn: Just got the 200model and am loving it nothing like using a durable car and for doubting Thomas its fuel consumption is minimal Thumbs up |
Autos › Re: Volkswagen Beetle Classic Needed (model 1500 Or Any Other) by Denn(m): 12:51pm On Dec 31, 2015 |
pickpin: I'm looking for one too.. Anybody around the south with information on how or where I can get one should please email me... I want to make this my first car..
100k with a working engine and I'm game something similar....not for sale though
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Car Talk › Re: CAR PLATE NUMBER, A PRETTY EX-WIFE NEED URGENT HELP.... by Denn(m): 11:21pm On Dec 30, 2015 |
This is serious.
Kingreign, Orex, piyke, I don't reserve your seats o.
Bring salted pop corn and groundnut |
Car Talk › Re: Hmnm... To Buy Or Not To Buy. Mercedes Benz 1988 500 SEC by Denn(m): 12:41pm On Dec 30, 2015 |
redcliff: Hi, Yes. But I am paying for it in 3 installments as agreed with the dealer. Great. I on the lookout for one in 2016. With AMG Body Kit 560 SEC
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Car Talk › Re: Hmnm... To Buy Or Not To Buy. Mercedes Benz 1988 500 SEC by Denn(m): 11:45am On Dec 30, 2015 |
Hello redcliff
Did you finally buy? |
Car Talk › Re: High Tech Car Theft Now In Nigeria? Kindly Share Stories/experiences by Denn(m): 9:40am On Dec 28, 2015 |
lonelydora: The man's mechanic should be the first suspect. Grill him and he will tell you all he knows about that missing car Plus the car dealer that probably didn't release the extra copy of the key. |
Car Talk › Re: Local Armored Car Constructed By The Biafrans During The Nigerian Civil War by Denn(m): 9:30am On Dec 28, 2015 |
This is a normal tractor modified for war use.
It was given a thick plate exo skeleton.
It would have been vandalised after the war for use on other agricultural tractors.
Good welding skills though |
Car Talk › Re: Help,my Mercedes Benz 190e 2.6 Is Draining My Pocket by Denn(m): 10:16pm On Dec 27, 2015 |
osundu: good people,my mercedes benz 190e 2.6 6plugs is draining my pocket.Is an injector engine and consuming fuel.i changed de distributor,plugs and clean de nozzles but to no avail.mechanics kept setting de distributor(divider) switch.pls,gentlemen,pls help,wat do I do?tanks Is the engine a cosworth build? Please post pictures of the car and engine bay. Thanks |
Romance › Re: Say Your Christmas Wishes To Someone On Nairaland (2015) by Denn(m): 5:22pm On Dec 26, 2015 |
Piyke: Thanks Gazzuzz and kingreign for the compliments. Wishing you a too a merry Christmas and a very prosperous 2016. I also extend compliments to; Denn, EgunMogaji, 9icetoo(m), Kashif, chukel, sultaan, Marpol, nissparts, Siena, Ikenna351, lonelydora, Readonee35L, ZIMDRILL(m), cardoctor(m), nurey, Decotech.
And a special one for my fellow Honda Accord warriors : Abatically, Adanny01...
Thanks all. Learnt a lot from y'all Thanks for the love. Wishing you a wonderful , stress-free, blessed 2016 |
Car Talk › Re: My Observation On 2003 Honda Accord V6 by Denn(m): 10:36am On Dec 26, 2015 |
lonelydora: Car does not overheat when ac is on but a times the temperature rises above the middle mark. I don't allow it to get to the red zone. Once I switch off the ac, the temperature will come down to the normal spot, and when I switch on the ac again it won't rise again. Happened twice in a journey of 400km. When I checked both fans are on. It happens when in motion. I do normal change coolants. I have been using Total original coolant since 5 now. Thermostat seems not to open when it should. Get it replaced. Availability in Nigeria is not sure. You might need to order it online then ship down. Car is 2003 Honda EX-L 3.0 V6. |
Car Talk › Re: My Observation On 2003 Honda Accord V6 by Denn(m): 9:27am On Dec 26, 2015 |
lonelydora
Summary of the symptoms you mentioned :
Car overheats when ac on.
Does this occur during standstill or on motion?
Please confirm that your ac fan works when ac is on.
Have you been using the same coolant for 4 years? You might need to confirm that your thermostat opens when hot. You can confirm this with a simple pot and water on fire.
You also did not mention the car model, year, number of fans and if you have a mechanical fan.
All these are important in resolving your issue. |
Car Talk › Re: Cars And Stars. First Nigerian Car Show On Dstv Starts Today. by Denn(op): 9:38pm On Dec 25, 2015 |
Piyke: Denn please when is the next episode? Missed the first and the repeat as well  Sundays 8:00pm - Africa Magic FAMILY - DSTV Channel 154 Wednesdays 1:30pm - Africa Magic FAMILY - DSTV Channel 154 Saturdays 8:30pm - Africa Magic WORLD- DSTV Channel 155 (West African Time) For More Information, please visit www.carsandstarsng.com |
Car Talk › Re: Help Needed With My Benz Car by Denn(m): 3:52pm On Dec 24, 2015 |
Fuel, Air, Spark
Check to ensure your fuel pump is good.
Is the car an injector or carb? If carb, get it cleaned up with carb cleaner off the engine...not just spraying whilst running.
Check your throttle. Get it cleaned and adjusted to allow idle
Check for vacumm leaks. Spray little bursts of carb cleaner all around the carb and hose joints.
Is it an ignition system with contact set or a breakerless system?
There is a wire called 'the green wire'. Hope it is not damaged and fully secure.
Ensure your ignition control unit by Bosch is still OK. No water ingress etc
Do you have an air filter in place? Ensure the air filter is clean and in place. If not, it could have sucked in a whole universe of gunk.
Your spark plug wires must be okay and securely connected.
Kindly revert after troubleshooting with these steps. A picture of the engine bay would help a lot |
Car Talk › Re: Help Needed With My Benz Car by Denn(m): 3:45pm On Dec 24, 2015 |
oieda: Okay sir. Just a moment Hello. How do u intend to run a scan on a w124? A v booth? |
Car Talk › Re: Cars And Stars. First Nigerian Car Show On Dstv Starts Today. by Denn(op): 1:30pm On Dec 23, 2015 |
Now live... |
Car Talk › Re: Cars And Stars. First Nigerian Car Show On Dstv Starts Today. by Denn(op): 1:28pm On Dec 23, 2015 |
Hello all.
A repeat broadcast will show this afternoon at channel 154 at 1.30 pm
Thanks all |
Car Talk › Re: Classic Camaro? by Denn(m): 8:45pm On Dec 21, 2015 |
Jakumo: Ah yes, those legendary 1960s-era muscle cars, parked right beside one another. The '69 Camaro most likely fitted with a Chevy 327 small block V8 engine, and the uber classic '65 Ford Mustang giving good account of itself with the equally "bullet proof" Ford 289 or 302 small block V8 motor tucked under the good.
The throaty rumble of American heavy metal V8 motor when poised at a red traffic light, can be felt deep down amidst your innards, even before the monster erupts into a thunderous roar and corresponding squeal of tortured tire rubber as the car is gonzo-launched with a tap of the gas pedal. I read this twice...smiled twice. |
Car Talk › Re: Cars And Stars. First Nigerian Car Show On Dstv Starts Today. by Denn(op): 7:38pm On Dec 21, 2015 |
Hello all
Please I am taking notes of all criticisms and commendations as I promised earlier.
The only room here is the one for improvement. It can only get better.
Thanks all |
Car Talk › Re: Classic Camaro? by Denn(m): 5:22pm On Dec 21, 2015 |
PushMusic: Not until you tell me what you're thinking. Well, I thinking you would be interested in meeting the owner and convincing him/her to let you take care of the camaro. Won't mind if you update us as is. |
Car Talk › Re: Cars And Stars. First Nigerian Car Show On Dstv Starts Today. by Denn(op): 11:09am On Dec 21, 2015 |
maxtamazin: Very good concept. ...pls include Nigeria made cars too. The Peugeot 508 was assembled in Nigeria. The oldies too...Volkswagen beetle and 504. We would try to get many more with future episodes. Thanks for your inputs |
Car Talk › Re: Classic Camaro? by Denn(m): 10:21am On Dec 21, 2015 |
PushMusic: Copied. Thanks. hnmmmmm. hope you are 'thinking' what i am 'thinking' |
Car Talk › Re: Cars And Stars. First Nigerian Car Show On Dstv Starts Today. by Denn(op): 10:30pm On Dec 20, 2015 |
LordReed: Nigerian version of Top Gear I presume. My one wish for this show is for a Nigerian version of Clarkson...  |
Car Talk › Re: Cars And Stars. First Nigerian Car Show On Dstv Starts Today. by Denn(op): 10:30pm On Dec 20, 2015 |
Siena: [color=Blue]I have no way of viewing, so I can only imagine what it was like.
Keep up the good work. Though less about celebrities, and more about the cars themselves - both stock, lightly and highly modified. From what I gather, Omotola Jalade made the show focus too much about her, and was a distraction at best.
Lots of improvements to be made.[/color] Thanks so much for the comments. Points noted. |
Car Talk › Re: Cars And Stars. First Nigerian Car Show On Dstv Starts Today. by Denn(op): 9:22pm On Dec 20, 2015 |
babseg: So Nigeria cant think anymore. How long are we going to be copying oyinbo. well this is similar to top gear in uk.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Top_Gear_(2002_TV_series) There are over a hundred car shows in the world some with their local contents and flavours. Cars and Stars is tailored for the Nigerian audience. TopGear has TopGear USA which has an American flavour. Below is a Wikipedia page of automotive television series. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Automotive_television_seriesWe drive cars in Nigeria and it has become part of our culture. Thanks for your comments |