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Car Talk › Re: Chasing Classic Cars In Nigeria by Denn(op): 6:00pm On Nov 28, 2015*

CarMan1:
Hello Mr. Denn,

How're you today sir? I'm quite new to Nairaland, and a very specific search brought me here. I have tried to contact you via sending a Nairaland email request.

Straight to the point, we need to hook up sir. My team and I are pioneering a Premium Auto Review and Celebrity Interview TV show in Nigeria.
Since this is an open forum, I cannot divulge too many details here, but this I can say... We Premiere Season 1 of the show on weekly Primetime spots on DSTV Africa Magic FAMILY (Channel 154) and WORLD (Channel 155) December... Next month. Our Production partners are Nigeria's foremost Media Studio and are based on the Island area of Lagos. We premiere on Free-To-Air Non subscription TV by April 2016.

Reading your content, I would like us to meet AT YOUR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE. The show consists of Studio scenes as well as actual driving tests and reviews. I am the Executive Producer, and would LOVE to work with you on an aspect of production. Apologies for the short notice, but production begins really very soon. As in really soon. Wish I found your page earlier.

This is an open forum, and I cannot share more now. Will communicate comprehensively once we can establish contact. Also new here, so I don't know if there is a Direct Message feature. kindly email me your phone # on ******@yahoo.com and cc same name @gmail.com (This is my private email. My official one gives away the name of the show).

To confirm it's really you, I'd request that you kindly post anything here as a reply to this message using your Denn Profile Name.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Thanks & God bless.

Wow

1234 ....just posted something.

You can clean your email address too as I did in the mention...

You have an email.

Warmest regards

Car Talk › Re: Genuine Air Flow Meter Part Needed by Denn(m): 10:04pm On Nov 24, 2015

oohrhiifx:
It's a 3.5 liter engine.

#50,000?

Could you please provide your number so I can call you.

Sorry for the delay in reply. Thanks.

It was 230 USD when I posted the price.

It is now higher....

Attached is the screenshot from Amazon.

Now compute....

This is why I insisted on ensuring it was the MAF that was faulty because that part is kinda expensive

Car Talk › Re: Chasing Classic Cars In Nigeria by Denn(op): 9:25pm On Nov 24, 2015*

Bossforeva:
Denn pls u didn't really tell us anything about the Cherokee. We only saw it on Gazzuzz competition.

No vex.

The Cherokee was acquired on the fly.

I saw it 'parked' at a mechanic workshop and covered in dust. I was told it has persistent and unresolvable overheating issues.

The overheating was so bad the first engine was condemned.

The owner then bought a tokunbo engine and issue still persisted. Owner got furious and abandoned the car.

Now the issue was this, the radiators on early Cherokee Jeeps were the closed system radiators. A closed system radiator doesn't have a radiator cap on the radiator but on the expansion tank. The closed system radiator operates under pressure. Pressure is needed to push the coolant round the system. The expansion tank was the Achilles heel as it was made from a weak kind of plastic. Over time, it degrades and breaks. This causes a pressure loss and the coolant will simply not flow.

The wonderful kazeems thought they did not connect the hoses well and tried different routings. The routing I met was where the heater core was deleted and its hoses were routed to the coolant expansion tank. So the water pump pushes water through one heater core outlet into the expansion tank and returns through the other into the same water pump....water was not even getting to the radiator!

Apart from this, the car had a leather interior, functional automatic transmission with 4wd, a non functional AC but repairable, good tires plus its a Cherokee with real axles in front and back. It also came with the ever rugged 4.0 litre inline six engine that never dies.

I hit Google and found out the cooling system could be converted to the more simpler 'open system'. I also knew there could be some more 'surprises' but i was ready to take the risk.

I made a very ridiculous offer to buy 'as is'. My offer was too ridiculous I cannot state it here.

The owner was ready to cut his loss and didn't mind selling just to cover cost of the new tokunbo engine. We had a deal.

I have a wonderful guy in ladipo who helps to source parts. I downloaded the open system radiator from Google and sent jt via whatsapp to him. I told him to get it for me. He got it within 30 minutes and sent it to me via motorcycle.

I took the new radiator to the kazeems and told them to install it. I also corrected the radiator hose routing. I deleted the heater core completely. Whilst installing, I googled the serpentine belt diagram for that engine and found out the water pump on mine was turning the opposite way. The kazeems had used a shorter belt. I got the OEM belt length online and bought a new belt and directed them on the proper Installation.

We added water and started the car. No overheating. Vehicle was left to idle....no overheating.

Took vehicle for a drive round with 4 kazeems who were so estatic and surprised. They had battled with the issue for months. I dropped them off and drive my new Jeep home.

Vehicle had been 'worked' on by very funny rewires. So many wrong connections. The vacuum hoses....guages not working etc

I have done so many DIYs on this car than I have done in my entire life. So many online resources.

I armed myself with a multimeter and learnt how to test resistance, voltage etc and adjust to factory spec.

Any 'rewire' who doesn't know how to use a multimeter is only good at replacing bulbs or relays. How will he for example confirm that the voltage going to the TPS is exactly 5 volts as recommended. How will he confirm that the resistance of the ground is less than 1as required?

This car has been my training mule and I get better daily.

It is my daily driver when I put on my cloak as a Farmer and my training cadaver in my quest to be a better automotive electrician.

Oh...and the vehicle is also a classic too... 1990 Cherokee XJ.....The vehicle that started the real SUV rush

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Car Talk › Re: Chasing Classic Cars In Nigeria by Denn(op): 8:20pm On Nov 24, 2015

dumo1:
Yippee, another restoration job. Pls pics, pics, pics.

Hnmmmmm

This one is in full top spec...no need for restoration.

Just buy and drive....

Fingers still crossed. Hoping I can conclude my part of the agreement within the time frame.

Car Talk › Re: Work In Progress (vw Beetle) by Denn(m): 5:59pm On Nov 23, 2015*

I just dey observe o.

Chibzee2, you have been an inspiration to me. You have forged ahead despite all obstacles.don't be bothered

People think restoring a car in Nigeria is easy. It's not about the money.

I have given my beetle to three different panel beaters and I still am not satisfied. My painter has loaded some panels with enough potty to set up a Volkswagen factory. Parts are not available and when they are, they are worse than what you want to replace.

Low budget restorations are low budget restorations. Why should I spend a million naira to restore a Beetle in Nigeria?

Finally, we all have personal finances to cater for. There are scales of preference especially when you have responsibilities. Not everybody has an unlimited bank account.

If I decide to spend only 50,000 on a project, it is my cup of top tea.

Saying you see nothing interesting in something that gives another person joy is not civil.

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Car Talk › Re: Chasing Classic Cars In Nigeria by Denn(op): 12:59pm On Nov 23, 2015

0rex:
Where's it?

Won't tell... cool

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Car Talk › Re: Chasing Classic Cars In Nigeria by Denn(op): 12:20pm On Nov 23, 2015

There is a Peugeot 504 I intend buying very shortly.

Keeping fingers crossed... wink

Car Talk › Re: Chasing Classic Cars In Nigeria by Denn(op): 8:35am On Nov 23, 2015

EgunMogaji:
This absolutely made my day.

I'm very relieved to see that there are still real Men in Nigeria who takes classic motoring seriously and with pride.

...and women

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Car Talk › Re: Chasing Classic Cars In Nigeria by Denn(op): 6:22am On Nov 23, 2015

elshanAutos:
Spotted one recently in lagos, true beauty.
Looked like it was just being driven from the factory for the 1st time.

Wow.

This is a clean one.

Car Talk › Re: In An Unnecessary Dilemma... Please Advice by Denn(m): 11:27pm On Nov 22, 2015

GAZZUZZ:
Iv seen, but they hardly pull at high speeds.(i may be wrong)

The speed is not as important as the wheel flex ( properly known as lateral wheel movement) in determining when the wheel will finally pull out due to a hub or bearing failure.

Bumps, turns plus anything that distorts the wheel's position will accelerate its separation.

More on wheel failures here
http://www.crashforensics.com/wheelandhubfailures.cfm

Car Talk › Re: In An Unnecessary Dilemma... Please Advice by Denn(m): 10:32pm On Nov 22, 2015

GAZZUZZ:
Is the bolded from experience?

From research and my humble driving along Lagos roads.

Seen a pulled Honda at oworo end of the bridge at night too.

Have you never seen one?

Car Talk › Re: In An Unnecessary Dilemma... Please Advice by Denn(m): 10:04pm On Nov 22, 2015

I don't like Mitsubishi, maybe because of my 'smoky' experience with one.

However, the following would be my recommendation.

BMW E46. Wonderful driving experience. Gives you a new meaning to driving. Ensure you use synthetic engine oil plus coolant always. Lower arm issues on Nigerian roads....not much of a sweat if you can change it once a year avg.

RAV4. Sweet ride. Good resale value. An advanced Toyota corolla. Be wary of thieves and armed robbers though.

Honda Accord EOD. Flee from the V6. Avoid the fabric seat. Get a sweet leather copy with wonderful sound system. Ensure you are concerned about the shaft and hubs...they have a penchant for spoiling on third mainland bridge at 11pm.

Car Talk › Re: 2003 Nissan 350z Restoration by Denn(m): 7:36pm On Nov 22, 2015

autofreak1:
Denn, how is your VW bettle project?

Will update on it shortly....I have some other projects contesting for same front burner...

Car Talk › Re: 2003 Nissan 350z Restoration by Denn(m): 5:16pm On Nov 21, 2015

autofreak1:
Restoration is the act or process of returning something to its original condition by repairing it, cleaning it, etc.

Thats all I am doing here. Repairing and cleaning it up to look like new.

I never said I was rebuilding the car like Master Jedi Siena does . Siena even commented he would love to see it restored to OEM+ state. But bad belle is allowed.

Don't get distracted by those comments.

They are nothing but comments.

Nice restoration going on here.

Thumbs up

Car Talk › Re: Plz Help!!! My Car Jerks In Traffic by Denn(m): 12:02pm On Nov 21, 2015

You used thinner to clean it? Seems to harsh

Car Talk › Re: Genuine Air Flow Meter Part Needed by Denn(m): 5:22pm On Nov 19, 2015

oohrhiifx:
The guy didn't send the codes but he confirmed that it was air flow meter problem.

Thank you

is your engine the 2.5, 3.0 or 3.5 V6 variant?

I assuming 3.5 but I need your conformation.

That part costs #50,000 avg to Lagos. Brand new OEM standard.

Thanks

Autos › Re: Volkswagen Beetle For Sale N420k by Denn(m): 4:24pm On Nov 19, 2015

MathsChic:
And that's why you had to take it seriously? Okay, no vex. Wasn't intended to rubbish you thread.

Autos › Re: Volkswagen Beetle For Sale N420k by Denn(m): 2:55pm On Nov 19, 2015

MathsChic:
Used to love this car. But it looks sooo old now

Is this a thread for confessions or to buy?

Why spit on another man's merchandise?

It might be old to you but it is still useful to million others.

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Jokes Etc › Re: They Now Rent Groomsmen [See Hilarious Tweets] by Denn(m): 9:19pm On Nov 18, 2015

Trash....UK accent ko, gworo accent ni.

Bunch of fake low-lifers...

Can you even see how he accociates intelligence with accent....

Car Talk › Re: Genuine Air Flow Meter Part Needed by Denn(m): 8:07pm On Nov 18, 2015

oohrhiifx:
Yes, it's the same as in the picture you posted.

Yes also to the scan question. I have confirmed through scan and the only problem seems to be air flow meter.

As regards what I said about different ones not working. What I meant was that they are not working well. Some would pick up initially in speed and acceleration but would eventually fail at some stage..causing mis-firing and then later pickup, some would mis fire during reving and them rev normally ...different issues sha but none has been able to work well. If I can get the exact MAF with the a over specific numbers am sure it would work just fine or something as I do not know which of the numbers really matter.

Thank you!

Can you provide the error codes you keep getting.

Manifold Air Pressure sensor is different from Mass airflow sensor...both sound almost same.

Not to just sell a part to you but to ensure your car works

Car Talk › Re: Genuine Air Flow Meter Part Needed by Denn(m): 7:17pm On Nov 18, 2015*

oohrhiifx
Confirm if this is the same picture.

If you have tried different MAF and none seems working, have you confirmed via scans?

Have you traced the wiring and ensure proper grounding.... Multi meter' tests

Car Talk › Re: Toyota Corolla 2000 by Denn(m): 6:06pm On Nov 18, 2015

Simple to maintain by the average kazeem...like all other Toyota parts, available but not cheap

Also, beware of armed robbers and kazeems who will come back to steal the car

Car Talk › Re: Classic Cars: 1972 Honda Civic. by Denn(m): 4:53pm On Nov 18, 2015*

Won't mind to give wifey but she would say 'its nice but the current model seems better'

I want personally though

Car Talk › Re: Plz Help!!! My Car Jerks In Traffic by Denn(m): 2:08pm On Nov 18, 2015

TPS is Throttle Position Sensor
IAC is Idle Air Control Valve

Ask the kazeem how he got to the conclusion that the parts he listed were bad.

If you used fake as replacement, he could be right. But he need to prove.

New fuel pump and spark plugs cannot simultaneously 'spoil' except some withches in the nearby village use your car at night for shuttle.

He should be able to show that by putting a new fuel pump or new spark plugs, the problems will disappear.

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Car Talk › Re: Nigerian Boyz Drift by Denn(m): 2:03pm On Nov 18, 2015

Yes.

That's some real drifting.

Car Talk › Re: My Car Smokes After Repairing AC System by Denn(m): 7:42pm On Nov 17, 2015

honmusa:
To confirm if your engine is still in good condition .
Go for a engine compression test.
Engine compression test will reveal if your engine is still in good order or not and will reveal the fault .
If you are in Lagos ,call Theautogeek Clinic @ 08061166316

Sincere apologies but the car is already giving out white smoke. What is he to test again? Engine rebuild is not a forte of kazeems so next bet is a swap.

It sounds similar to an accident victim with a chopped off leg being rushed to the hospital and the doctor is recommending an x ray to determine if the leg is still there.

Car Talk › Re: Advise Needed With $2.0M Budget. by Denn(m): 7:37pm On Nov 17, 2015

Relax earthly mortals.

That's just the price of two Dartz Prombron armored SUV’s from Latvia.

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Car Talk › Re: Advise Needed With $2.0M Budget. by Denn(m): 7:34pm On Nov 17, 2015

spartanian:
Million or Naira?

I prefer USD. Very few options on that ladder

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Autos › Re: Very Very Clean 2006 Mazda RX8, 1.3L Engine (4 Months Used) by Denn(m): 7:33pm On Nov 17, 2015

fatbims:
Thank you Denn for the correction and at the same time the nice words on the car!
I just made correction on the engine. Thanks again!!

This is a highly desirable car and looks properly maintained...

The buyer would be a lucky person...

Car Talk › Re: Plz Help!!! My Car Jerks In Traffic by Denn(m): 1:01pm On Nov 17, 2015

Other possible causes are dirty throttle body and fully closed throttle butterfly.

A bad TPS or badly adjusted TPS is also a suspect.

When cleaning the IAC, tell the kazeem or yourself not to twist or pull the pintle.

Just spray a throttle body cleaner to wash it off.

Car Talk › Re: HELP! My Celica Overheats After I Replaced Engine by Denn(m): 12:34pm On Nov 17, 2015*

mrkhaynoni:
I was told my engine has suffered some irreversible damage and I need to replace, I bought a tokunbo exact replacement at ladipo, later the mechanic said the brainbox is faulty too, I replaced same with exact replacement. Now the car runs fine and exhaust steams and all but I noticed immediately I took the car back that the temperature guage rises very fast even though I haven't seen the radiator steaming out just yet!( probably because I haven't really driven it far since it was fixed) The mechanic and rewire said the radiator is dirty, I need to flush it but am just upset. The car is a 1993 toyota celica. Please gurus in the house. Advice on how to proceed

Simple.... Relax

*ensure your thermostat is not stuck... Do not throw it away. Conduct test on it to a certain it not being stuck.
*ensure you burp out all the air in the system.
*ensure your radiator is free from clogs and is not blocked internally.
*ensure your fans work when they should.
*ensure your condenser is not blocked.
*ensure the water pump on the new engine is working. Ladipo rats have the penchant of removing such sellable items like water pumps, alternators, kick starters etc on engines and replacing them with junk

Take it slow and steady....troubleshoot the cooling system and don't go haphazard in removing thermostat and having a permanent fan

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