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uwemjack:
Ok! Will take a picture this evening

Waiting eagerly....

Oga Gazzuzz good to know the diagnosis train has docked at nnewi, if you are around I could pop in for a quick meet. I know that area!
Will be my privilege to meet with the AutoSheik

eherbal:
Exactly what my Honda Bullet is experiencing Right Now. Thanks for the insight sir

You're welcome. Hope you fix ASAP.
Funny thing is I saw a Chyrsler 300 today and from 20 feet away I could hear the classic sound as the guy turned the steering! The Car looked abused and beaten.
A lot of people simply don't fix early signs or do preventive maintenance.

PrinceDave001:
please can someone educate me broadly about the signs ball joints gives before it pulls out......I have been using my Honda accord for two years and it has never pulled out but whenever I see one on the road I get confused.
op,Honda is a sweet car to drive,nice interior, power,speed and road presence.

A failing lower arm ball joint (commonest culprit of the leg-pull thing) has its signs which include; a creaking sound from the affected wheel when the steering wheel is turned to either side. This sound is different from the sound of a failing shaft, it's quite similar to the sound that comes from the rusted hinges of a large door being forced open. Again, the sound may be intermittent i.e. it may surface after driving for a while and disappear after the car is parked for sometime.
These were the signs I noted before I changed mine. I caught it on time and did the replacement (it never pulled). When the defective part was removed the right side had a gap (there should be no gap). If you practice preventive maintenance, your car will respect you and be in top shape. If you do not mind you can catch more content on my blog: www.diyautoworksng.com; where I detail my DIY repair procedures and offer maintenance advice! Still rocking my 03 Accord with over 200k miles and going strong!

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

When last did you do an ATF change? For the 03-07 Accord, this should be every 2years or 30k mile intervals whichever comes first. Just did mine some 3 weeks now and you can catch the whole DIY procedure here: http://www.diyautoworksng.com/atf-change-on-the-2003-2007-accord/). My post also includes my little twist on the refill process!

I had just started having some hardness shifting out of park (happened trice), that quickly reminded me that my maintenance was due (2yrs+ from last change). Once through with the change, all shifting is effortless as usual! No hardness anymore

Don't wreck your transmission, be preventive!

Well done Kashif!
Following without blinking...

I'm also thinking of a downward review of the cost of fencing, especially the gatehouse of 2M. But, I guess the meeting will put things in good perspective.

adanny01:
I traveled 150miles and have seen quite a drop in the power steering pump reserve tank. There was oil stains on the pump, below it and on the alternator which i thought was from the job done since i am yet to wash. I used a tissue paper to mope all oil around it. After a drive, i noticed oil below the pump and on the alternator again.

That means there is a leak and its obviously No 17 oil seal, the one on the cover plate or in the pan from picture above. I could easily do DIY on it but getting an exact replacement is the next challenge. I need to do that fast as oil touching my alternator puts me on edge.

Also, had previously planned to check and adjust if necessary valve clearances since my car's had clocked recommended 110,000miles. I finally had it done yesterday.

What i saw broke my heart. Sorry i didnt snap but my cylinder no 3 exhaust cam lobe was seriously worn down. 4 has worn too but yet to reach alarming level while 1 is in the early wearing stages. Only no 2 has no wear while the intake are not worn but 1, 3 and 4 were adjusted.

The worn no 3 exhaust vavle was too tight for the 0.30mm standard valve guage and was the only one adjusted. The effect was louder valve noise obviously from just that no 3 exhaust valve. It sounds like a mild diesel engine.

My mechanic recommended someone in KD who does cam lobe filling to standard. I wonder how long it will last after the fill. Replacing the cam shaft is not so easy as there is little space to work on resetting timing.

Sorry to hear the leaks came up. I guess that's why it's usually advised that if you disassemble anything that's been bound up for long, that you replace any associated o-ring as a precaution (there are exceptions I guess). I suppose that the old o-ring will be worn to some degree and getting the exact same placement (to the nearest micrometer) would be difficult, hence the leaks. Guess those that rebuild pumps or seal guys may have the a replacement. I will even buy same rebuild kit again, not because of leaks but I plan to replace my pump bearing (some noise from there but no fillets) and complete what I started far back when opened the thread. Getting one just incase.
On the exhaust cam shaft lobe wear, it appears it happens on these our models. Funny enough when I checked my valve clearances mine was still quite good. I really wonder the factors that contribute to lobe wear.
All the best.

spyder880:
Thank you Sir, the N400,000 was the cost of the land, but listing every other item on the deed seems unnecessary to me. How can I calculate the amount for agents, amount for other miscellaneous expenses into the deed?

About N130,000 was spent on surveyors fees and official stamping, N40,000 as money for the legal agreements and other payments like access roads which I bought about 4 plots from a neighboring family, courier service delivery, all from the N250,000 remaining.

Everything I agreed to do on this thread will be done as soon as the rains stop. I will bring in a bulldozer to grade the roads and do a small culvert to allow the entrance of vehicles. Electric poles cannot be placed anyhow now, EEDC has been making arrests for anyone who tampers with lights, but my plan is to pay them to bring in poles and connect the area. I have never said anything and not do them 100%, relax as I remember my promises.

ifyalways:
I don't think the "so-called" cement price reduction would be implemented now,if ever sef. Old stock would have to be cleared first before any price reduction becomes effective.
I have no problem with the deed having 400,000 ngn as cost of land but i think there should be a receipt attached stating the total amount paid for the land ie 650K or whatever applies.It is very necessary for people like me biko. A receipt with a simple breakdown of the cost as you did on page 1 of this thread is not too much to ask for.
As per keeping to your promises,I dont think there is any doubt.Atleast not from moi.

I have never doubted you as per fulfilling promises. I'm sure you will deliver above board.
Guess all I was trying to say is some official acknowledgement from Tigerkenn Ltd on the other money save the cost of the land or a global receipt for the entire amount just as Ify has said.
If the fencing cost is paid, a receipt should follow it. This is also to help me track costs peradventure I decide to sell tomorrow. Man must add up all these costs plus profit na

Very cool Adanny. Really this worked out real well for you. Good job, great courage.

Thank you Spyder880, I collected my documents within the week. Well written I must say from my quick skim through.

However, it just acknowledged receipt of NGN400,000 as price for the land and in no part does it mention the other NGN250,000 (For those that paid 650k) paid for grading, electrification etc. I did not also get a receipt to acknowledge the said 250k.
I feel this amount should have been captured in the agreement and its purpose stated as part of the responsibilities of the Sublessor. Or at least a receipt issued for this amount separately and purpose of payment stated on the receipt.
Don't know if mine is an isolated case. What do other subscribers think?

I tried withdrawing a recent inflow of dollars into my dom over the counter (OTC) and was told by GTBank that this is no longer possible. My options were listed as transfer to other dom account or cash out at the bank rate.

Anyone else experienced this?

What year of Corolla is this? If the ATF is black you will certainly have to change it. In fact change ASAP. Use only Toyota fluids as you do this, I believe the 2007 Corolla is Type IV ATF while the power steering is ATF Dextron III. But to be sure check the PS reservoir cap and the ATF dipstick. Toyota usually writes the recommended fluids there. Hope this helps

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GAZZUZZ:
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I thought we had grown past this.

My brother I never knew this could still be debated here o. Its really appalling. Taking modern cars back to the stone age

Its been almost a year since my last post here but just thought to update. To keep it short, this leak continued , even after changing the VTEC oil pressure switch o-ring .
But I've nipped it in the bud! The leak was coming from the VTEC oil pressure switch itself!
See the picture below, its from the underside of the vehicle (looking up). Note the oil drop on the oil pressure sensor(blue part), that's from the leak in question. NB: The oil filter is off in the pic as I was in the middle of an oil change.

Catch the detailed DIY repair post on www.diyautoworksng.com. Its now so dry and I'm happy

sultaan:
In a more direct response it means the wires might have been disconnected,cut , burnt on exhaust and the fuse for the o2 heater is burnt

Thanks for bringing up the fuse. Missed that one. On the 03 Accord it's the no 18 fuse in the under dash fuse box

There's a problem in the circuit. Downstream O2 sensor could be faulty, Connector for the O2 sensor could be loose, O2 sensor wires could have a short.

My take: double check downstream O2 sensor connector and wiring, then clear the code. If the code returns, replace the downstream O2 sensor

deathwing:
Unfortunately, I'm not technical at all! I don't even understand +ve and -ve whatever in electricity. My brain's learning center shuts off that kind of learning. I'm never interested. I'm thinking of being more hands on with the golf tho, especially as youtube videos abound.

Sounds like you left the car for the rewire? I really won't advise you to do this. Except you can really vouch for the guy.
Again ask him for the code the scan showed not just him saying it's a security thing. Sounds to me like he's doing trial and error things.

Nice, Eriko2k2 for bringing this back. I've done quite a lot since this last post.

Piyke:
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)

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.

lonelydora:
How do u know what's on my mind? Acceleration is fine. Car moves normal, no unusual sound, no KPOM sound. If it's something not too serious I will continue the driving like that. Who no like better thing? Lol.

I advice that you sort this out. Running lean can actually damage your pistons and wear your engine due to increased friction. In fact it's said that it's better to run rich than lean, and you're at risk of overheating...except you want to activate the KPUM! sensor

Sounds like an overheat situation

swaggerkid:
I checked the car this morning ,
I checked the radiator , it was empty ,I added over 2.5liters of water before it got filled , I tried starting the car , it came up and idled for 10secs and it stalled , its not even starting again , I noticed the water in the radiator trying to gush out during the 10secs idle,
There is no sign of water in the oil and no sign of oil in the Radiator
..
What could be wrong here
Please help me , Oga Gazzuzz, Siena ikenna351 piyke mayor2013 e.t.c

Can you throw more light on this? Do you mean the radiator cap was open and water was gushing out through there? Have you looked for external leaks from the cooling system?
As you carry out what Gazzuzz has said, note that water in the crankcase may present as a milky substance akin to curdled milk. Just in case you see this it means the gasket is kaput. I reckon your car has an OBDII port since its 1997. You can scan, just to see if your coolant temp sensor is okay.
Lastly, when all this is over, do switch to coolant. The beginning of this post tells you why http://www.diyautoworksng.com/diy-procedures/coolant-drain-flush-replacement-on-2003-2007-accord/

A 'Kpom' solution post has been uploaded Just kidding. Just added the coolant replacement DIY on the 7th gen Accord!

IdaraCHODB:
Hi Dear Piyke

Way to go my friend!

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All the best!

Your friend

Thanks for the advice will certainly consider that. Just added my post on O2 sensor B1S2 replacement. Well done!

I have tears all over my eyes due to the all the comic responses here
But those suspension sounds can be annoying...

GAZZUZZ:
Nice one.

When I grow up I'll like to be just like you.

What!!!! Gazzuzz na lie! its me that want to be like you when I grow up. Well done, learnt a lot from your repairs thread

So I got me a blog www.diyautoworksng.com to have all my DIY repairs in one place.
Updates still underway though, work has been really busy.
Hope you find it an interesting read! Just unleashing my passion for DIY repairs on my car.

All the best
Piyke,
DIYAutoWorksNG
www.diyautoworksng.com

GAZZUZZ:
Piyke it is really a "hybrid" now

Guess we really need the pic

GAZZUZZ:
Hehehehehehehehehehehehehehehehehehe. I de laugh like mumu

Not only you o, I've been rolling on the floor right from some days ago when I first saw a "kpom" thread