Auto Repair

All new rear suspension components, new track bar, and new shocks and stabilizer bar within the last 30k miles. I did get rear ended about 20k ago, although the body shop reported no frame or suspension damage. But the handling did seem to get worse after that. Alignment is correct, tire wear is even and steering doesn't wander other than what's listed below. Statically the handling is fine. When you get into a dynamic situation there is a drastic difference in the behavior. From cruise when letting off the gas, there is a definite movement to the right. Get back on the gas, and there's a definite movement to the left, enough to change lanes if you let it, sometimes quickly. It's obvious to me that something is shifting in the suspension; to me it feels like the rear is moving, as sometimes when heavy on the gas there will be a squirm in the rear. Wanted to pick the brains of those that might have an idea of what the problem could be with suggestions for possible solutions. Thanks in advance.

Hey I was woundering if I can put a grid charger on my hi hy. I see then on other hybrids but never on a hihy. If I can do it what grid charger can I get? Thanks

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Hi All, Looking to get some input on changinf engines in a 2006 Express van. I've got the new used motor in the shop, the next step seems a bit more complicated. Anyone ever done one of these? any tips? The biggest issue I see off the top of my head is that there is almost no room between the top of the intake and the firewall to do any sort of lifting. I've read that lifting the body off the frame first is actually easier. I don't have a full lift but I do have a couple chain hoist points I could do this with if its worth it. I'll start pulling back trim and plastic the next few evenings and will post some pictures as work progresses. Thanks, Doug Attached Images IMG_0215.JPG (235.4 KB)

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i have a 98 dodge van with a v6 and 80k miles the truck wont idle on its own. idle control valve? i tried cleaning it and it wasnt really dirty nor did it help. ive replaced this before on the same van, any idea why id have to replace it again other than a possible faulty part?

Can someone please help me? I had to replace the water pump on my dodge Grand Caravan, which was challenging, but i got it done. But now the engine light is on.... why would that happen? i did take off the filter hose, and unpluged the cord to move the air filter housing, but, i plugged it back in when i re-hooked everything up. So now i am nervous that i did something wrong. any clue why the engine light would come on and stay on? water pump works, put coolant in etc.... no leaks.... so now i just need to figure out the engine light. thanks in advance for any suggestions.

Hello, I bought an as is 1994 satarn sw2 and the blinkers aren't working. I already changed the fuse, and the bulbs come on with the head ligths. im not sure what else i could try. thanks in advance for any help

I've done what I feel like is a fairly thorough search through older threads and could not find a clear answer: Does anyone know of an aftermarket wiring Harness for 2007 Escape/Mariner Hybrids with NAV and the factory Subwoofer System? Thanks.

I recently bought a 96 taurus GL. The owner said it needed rear right caliper. Brakes were good enough to drive it 5 miles home. After checking out the car, it was alot more than the caliper. Replaced both rear calipers, rear rotors, brake pads, brake line, and all 4 brake hoses. Bled each brake several times to get air out. We seemed to have had it back in working order. Drove it a few miles...perfect. It had to sit for a week, until I could get tires for it. When I went to take it to get tires, no brake at all. Fluid and air was coming up out of the master cyclinder cap. All calipers seem to be working. Bled brakes again, 3 are good, no air, but front left has fluid and air. What would cause more air into the system. I've read so many things and am getting overwhelmed by everything. If anyone has any ideas, it would be greatly appreciated. I can give more specifics if necessary. :confused: