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Ford Tractor 5600
This is a older tractor. My question relates to the fuel system. The older fuel injectors don't have any external seals? All of them seat and 3 don't leak but one does.
I was looking for a seal but it didn't have any not even on the tip. So I'm…
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2005 Mazda 3 at warning light at cold start ups
I've noticed recently that my mazda 3 on cold starts would show the at warning light. When I start it, it normally flashes it for a few seconds then disappears. Then when I pull it out of the garage, the at warning light shows. What I do is I…
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What does "Chopped & Channeled" mean?
"Chopped & Channeled" is another term I have come across in the hotrodding scene.
What does it mean?
What is the purpose of applying these modifications to your vehicle?
Are there any negative effects?
Must a vehicle have certain requirements to…
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Why did manufacturers go to other than 1:1 transmission ratios?
While reading this question it came to mind:
Why did manufacturers start building transmissions without a 1:1 ratio?
In the older transmission you'd see the 1:1 ratio all the time, either as the final drive ratio or the one just before the…
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What is the "propane test" and how is it carried out?
This test is often mentioned in the context of figuring out what's wrong with a car engine's operation (misfires, hesitation, poor fuel economy, etc.)
What is this test and what does one need to perform it?
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What exactly is a head gasket?
From what I have gathered, a "head gasket" is an important part of the engine on most cars, but that is about it.
What is a head gasket?
Where is a head gasket?
Why is it necessary?
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What prevents engine oil from mixing with petrol in motor bikes?
Engine oil is used in the lubrication process, at the same place petrol is also there.
What prevents engine oil mixing with petrol in motor bikes?
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Cheap tyres on rear of car?
I've bought a car with two worn rear tyres (still legal, but between 3 - 4mm of tread left, so will need replacing soonish) and two brand new (but cheap off brand) tyres on the front.
I'm wondering what I should do when I replace the rear tyres,…
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How to tell what color your car is (not in door jamb)
I bought my car used, it is a 2006 Scion tC. The original color of the car is silver, as I gleaned from looking at my door jamb. However, I believe the previous owner painted the top half of the car (the hood, half of the mirrors, and from the…
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What is the right tool to expand a large spring-type hose clamp?
My Touareg has the intake piping secured with a bunch of spring-type hose clamps.
I currently use a miniature C-clamp to expand them, but it is painfully slow, prone to slipping and access can be a problem at times.
I have a pair of bent-nose…
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Magnetic Active Suspension or Magnetorheological Damper
GM developed magnetic dampers for the Corvette several years back. What is magnetic active suspension and how does it work?
I understand there is a magnetic fluid in the shocks but how, deep down, does this work other than running electricity…
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What are Performance Camshafts?
I read the following question recently:
What is it about performance cams that make engines produce more power when they are installed?
I know there are a few components for cars that have "cam" in the name, like "camshaft", "cam belt", "cam…
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2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4x4 flashing
Whenever i engage my 4x4, the 4x4 light flashes. It didn't used to do this. Its annoying watching it flash. Any ideas what could be causing it to flash?
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How can I secure the power block for my LED headlights?
I purchased an LED low-beam conversion kit and installed it yesterday in my 2010 Forester. The installation was easy enough, other than having to move the battery to get enough space to fit my headlight.
However, I am not sure whether I've done…
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Mazda B3000 (Ranger) Truck takes several tries to start?
I have a 2002 Mazda B3000 (essentially a Ford Ranger) that almost never starts on the first attempt. Usually it takes 2 or 3 tries before the car finally turns over. Each time I hold in the crank I hear the starter engage and the engine whir but the…
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