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nwanneni:
i was just correcting the girl on some things.
Don't even know the car in question

And I'm not a girl, boy. I'm a woman

nwanneni:
You are wrong in 2 places
1)kompressor=supercharger and not turbocharger
2)turbo charger does not increase consumption since as it only collects exhaust fumes,cools it and resend it(air) to the engine while supercharger sucks power directly from the engine by the serpentine belt driving it.

Turbo chargers do increase fuel consumption. Again, to get better fuel consumption with a turbo charger, you'd have to reduce engine size. That's why instead of v6, manufacturers will put a turbo 4 which brings us back to smaller engine=smaller fuel consumption. Just like the mistake your buddy made in willful misinterpretation of my previous answer, a turbo charged 4 is not going to be more fuel efficient than a regular 4.

I'll make it easy for you. Go look up two versions of the same car and look at the manufacturer mpgs then come back and apologize.

If you're more cerebral, then read https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.theglobeandmail.com/amp/globe-drive/adventure/red-line/the-trouble-with-turbos-why-fuel-economy-can-be-worse-not-better/article29705614/


I've attached one to help you get started. NEXT!

HeavenlyBang:
1. Kompressor means supercharger, not turbocharger.
2. Saying that a car with a turbo is less gas efficient than a NA one fails to take into consideration the fact that turbos are used as walk-arounds over bigger NA engines. A 3.0L V6 will guzzle more gas than a turbocharged 2.3L i4, all things being equal, and both with have similar power outputs. There's a reason why manufacturers like Honda are starting to phase out NA V6's in favour of charged i4's.

1. Seriously, your beef is that I didn't say super instead of turbo? Do you really think that distinction was necessary for a lay person? Semantics over whether it's external air versus the exhaust providing the extra power? Does that negate the point I was making that it has nothing to do with comparison to the 4matic as they are two completely different systems in a car? Interesting how the use of turbo didn't get your panties in a bunch earlier when a guy said it

2. Again, your argument has nothing to do with the comparison I was making. A turbo charged 4cyl is less fuel efficient than a regular 4 cyl. What in my statement made you think I was comparing 4s to 6s? I clearly said compared to the boost you get from the turbo charger, the additional consumption is not worth it. Does a turbo charged 4 give you more power than a 6? No. It gives you more power than a regular four.

Thanks for the mansplain but next time, make sure your assumption is what was being talked about first.

*Oh, and since we are nitpicking, work-arounds

Kewtt:
She's correct.

Thanks. I really want to hear how I'm wrong though

HeavenlyBang:
Nice to see you being confident over a completely wrong statement.

Okay. So educate me. What part is wrong?

I APOLOGIZE I WILL BE UNAVAILABLE FOR THE REST OF TODAY WEDNESDAY AUGUST 1ST AS I HAVE DOCTOR'S APPOINTMENTS AND FAMILY COMING INTO TOWN.

Please call the shop with one of the numbers on the first page if you need help. I will be available again tomorrow.

rozayx5:
Did not see the suggestion

Let me check

Drain all oil and redo oil change. Too much oil when you changed the oil was what we said.

mexxy1:
@radautoworks, do you have caliper rebuild kit for '04 Honda Pilot (front and rear)?

Not in stock but may be available with 6-10 day delivery. I can't verify today for you because I have doctor's appointment and family arriving. You can call the shop if it's time sensitive and they can see which of our DC's have it.

Front http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=WBH&partNumber=15245 N3,555

Rear http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=WBH&partNumber=15265 N3,555

ivoryhouse:
Hey, kindly post your WhatsApp contact, I'd like to discuss my land rover defender project with you. Can you rebuild a Td5 motor, on a 2002 land rover defender 110? I could come by your office when next I'm in Lekki so we can discuss other aspects of the project..kindly check out the thread, it's on the front page..thanks

Hello, we don't use WhatsApp. Please call either of the company numbers on the first page to talk to and/or schedule an appointment with my husband.

rozayx5:
Nope


And I am not based in lag

Did you do what we suggested with your oil?

J0hnTrevolt:
Hello dear, my Toyota avalon 2002 v6 keep throwing this code P1349(vvti malfunction bank 1) my mechanic has done everything but the code has refused to disappear.
The check engine light keep blinking.
Ur expertise is highly needed.
What damage can this vvti malfunction bank 1 possibly do to my engine? I hope I don't need to change engine.
I'm not based in Lagos. Tnx

A lot of things could cause this. Start with checking your engine oil (though if your mechanic is any good I'm assuming he did this already).

Each time you do one of the next things (in order), clear the code and see if it comes back. Worst case scenario is a new ECM so check these other things first:

Timing, oil control valve, vvt assembly.
Blinking check engine light suggests bad coil or misfire. I really can't diagnose your car and can only make suggestions sight unseen but get a good mechanic to check the above. No, it does not sound like you need a new engine.

Hi,

Did you get the email we sent with commercial pricing examples?

rozayx5:
U sent me a pm

Yes, I wanted to see if you resolved your smoking problem

Yale9:
Please where is Lekki PHASE 2?

Right after second toll gate on the right side.

DabFrankNG:
Can we have pictures, accurate address and telephone numbete of your workshop here,.

I think that's better than posting pictures of Milex Houston.

And your website too.

Hello, all that information is in the very first post of the thread https://www.nairaland.com/4501821/carquest-2nd-largest-usa-parts

It is also in Google maps if you search Milex, Mr transmission or Rad Auto Works

GentleChocho:
Good evening house.
Please which c class is fuel economical, is it the c230, c320, c240. I m planning on getting one. And please I also need your take on maintainence.
Which is best to get, the 4matic or the compressor. I intend to buy one within the range of 2005 - 2007
Your input is highly needed
Thanks

Short version, generally the smaller the engine the less the fuel consumption. With Mercedes you are always going to get power for the engine size. I've owned many Mercedes in my lifetime and when you are in the same class, it's not a huge difference in power unless it's an AMG.

As far as 4matic vs kompressor, you are comparing apples to oranges. 4matic is Mercedes 4 wheel drive system whereas kompressor means it's a turbo charged engine. Turbo=more fuel consumption which IMHO is not worth the power boost in this class. Also, harder to maintain should something go wrong.


Get the c230 and be done with it. If you think you need 4wd because of where you live, get the 4matic. Ignore the kompressor as it's the opposite of your stated concern.

PAQ:
Do you deal in only mechanical parts? I am looking for aftermarket 2012 corolla front and rear headlights, as well as front and rear bumper skirts for same model.

Unfortunately Carquest does not carry body parts. We apologise for the inconvenience.

tensazangetsu20:
Most parts sold in Nigeria are salvaged parts. If you check some junkyards in the USA. Returns have the same terms and conditions the op posted.

umm.. yes, that's the great post people really don't know part...

9icetoo:
Nope. When on the left, you are assumed to be on the speed lane. Any vehicle coming from your right must give a safe distance before merging with you and has to be at a higher speed.
Imagine if that silver SUV was a bicycle, so the maroon car should violate the cyclists space and impale him because he can turn left at any time he likes?
The maroon guy violated the space of the silver car. If you cannot make a lane change without violating the space of other vehicles, then it is unsafe.
This is just like some pH people who execute left turns statrting out from the middle lane and expect the cars on their left to disappear.

I pulled that from the highway code. I guess they're wrong then...

sleekpro:
The rules of driving says "give way to the #traffic. from your #left.

The #moroonguy. (B) is at fault.

Give way to any vehicle approaching from your right including an oncoming vehicle that has turned right at the intersection. Only at roundabouts do you give way to the left.

lillyontop:
The silver driver is at fault, firstly you can see the maroon car on blinkers to the left and secondly look at the point of contact maroon car was already at is front Accord to the road traffic rules are regulations any hit from the rear back is the fault from the hind drive conclusion silver is at fault

Exactly. The law is the law

A little self-promotion here, most of these don't apply to us

Maybe they will when Nigerians start showing us fire lol

It's a great post though because people really don't know.

pappy2000:
He said its giving a knocking sound.He said its probably the crank shaft. He said I need to buy a tokunbo engine,

First, read this https://www.nairaland.com/post/69784777

Then, answer what we are all asking you. What is the car doing? Not what your mechanic is telling you, what are you seeing or hearing with your own korokoro?

thebigkendo:
Nice.. Teenager class is a GOAL.. But the women class I still believe our slay mama and Queens are not interested in that, but you can try.

Another woman had a flat tyre..Abandoned the car Called her husband while in a cab, told him to go & carry his car at so so so location

ROFL!!!! I think na the single pepeyes this one go work for.

SIMPLE SOLUTION: You guys will start putting it out here how sexy it is when a woman knows a bit about a cars. Classes will be FLOODED.

Lexusgs430:
Indeed, that is my forte...... I have special tools + lubricants, to effect proper maintenance regimes....

You know you have to go sit in the corner for a while and think about what you just said right? lol

thebigkendo:
On a serious note though its a great idea especially the teenager classes.
As for the women class.. Most Nigerian women are not really into car care/maintenance
I know a woman whose Peugeot 406 engine was making a funny sound, so she was advised on the phone to check engine oil and topup if short.. She opened the bonnet & thought the power steering fluid container was for engine oil & topped it to the brim with our favorite oil 20W-50

Chim oooooo!!! That's exactly what the mini-course are to avoid. So they at least know the difference between oil, coolant etc. You think it catch on?

The teenager class is something my husband really wants to do. That's how he started out in Jamaica. Same challenges then. Mechanics had no respect and it was looked down on. Noone considered it a viable option. People don't know how technical it actually is. Not everyone can be a lawyer, doctor or engineer. This is a good career path for a lot of people. If a child shows interest, it will be a good foundation for them to go on from.

In Houston, we actually took on a pair of brothers for a year. Today, one of them is a tech at a Nissan dealership and doing excellent for himself at age 17. The other helps out every once in a while with his nephew's repair shop but chose a different career path.

SMH.

thebigkendo:
What about we the baba? Ages 40 - 75

Me & Diportivo will like to volunteer our services for the women only class ..
I can take engine cooling system..
Diportivo will take on suspension

Wetin I wan teach baba? Me I be small girl o!

Suspensions on the women or the cars?

In the new year, we are considering the following programs and would like your thoughts:

1) routine maintenance and basic car care class for women only. Will most likely be one hour mini-courses on Saturdays for women to learn basic things to take care of on their cars to avoid problems.

2) youth program. These will be most likely be semester long programs for children ages 10-17 to come and learn about cars.

All classes will be free.

obekediamondfuto:
what do we do if it's completely blocked?
Replace

then what are the charges like for rebuilding an engine and do u guys do diesel engines.

It depends on the engine and what's wrong with it. Different engines have different labor hours to dismantle, then we find which part is bad and replace. Payment for teardown is applied to rebuild or replacement once we determine which is needed. Yes on diesel but only small ones right now.

jodeci:
What can it be flushed with?
Any specially formulated flush? If yes do u have the flush

You don't do it yourself. Take it to a radiator guy to do it for you. I don't think our equipment for that came in yet.