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Anonymous

Dec 01, 2024

1990 Corvette idling rough?

I own a 1990 Corvette that has had a fresh tune-up within the past six months, which included new spark plugs, wires, filters, and a distributor. However, when I start the engine, it idles roughly to...
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Elian Bayer DDS

Nov 20, 2024

2008 BMW 328i oil leak, worth repair?

I own a 2008 BMW 328i that has been experiencing an oil leak for some time, but the source of the leak is unknown. I suspect there may be multiple holes in the gasket. I've heard from various sources...
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Anonymous

Jan 01, 2025

A ceiling fan with 89-cm-diameter blades is turning at 64 rpm .?

A ceiling fan with blades measuring 89 cm in diameter is operating at a speed of 64 revolutions per minute (rpm). Once turned off, the fan takes 25 seconds to come to a complete stop. a) What is the...
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Anonymous

Dec 16, 2024

A horizontal rope is tied to a 54.0 box on frictionless ice. What is the tension in the rope if:?

A horizontal rope is tied to a 54.0 kg box on frictionless ice. What is the tension in the rope under the following conditions: a) when the box is at rest? b) when the box moves at a steady velocity o...
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Anonymous

Jan 17, 2025

Bad engine mounts or tranny?

I purchased a 1998 Acura CL about a year ago. A couple of months after the purchase, I began experiencing rough shifting from first to second gear, while the other gears shift more smoothly. I had the...
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Car key won’t unlock door?

I have a 2005 Chevy Classic. The key can be inserted into the driver’s door and turned to the left and right, but it does not unlock the door. However, the key fob works perfectly for unlocking the do...
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Judd Wilkinson

Jan 18, 2025

Chevy 350 exhaust manifold question?

I have a question about the exhaust manifold on my Chevy 350. The passenger side manifold has a hole, which I believe was originally for an old-style draft tube. Since I’m using a PCV valve and a brea...
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Anonymous

Feb 09, 2025

foamy power steering fluid?

I have noticed a small amount of power steering fluid accumulating on top of the cap, which appears to be coming from a pressure release hole in the cap. The fluid has a foamy texture, as if it has be...
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Anonymous

Nov 14, 2024

Have you ever been on the recieving end of a lexan paddle? What do you think of them>?

Have you ever experienced using a Lexan paddle? What are your thoughts on them? I've heard that they are often considered superior to wooden paddles, particularly when they feature holes. Could you sh...
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Anonymous

Jan 23, 2025

higher engine temparature at day ?

I have always used regular water instead of special coolant, and my car has never lost any water. However, since I had my AC repaired and started using it, the engine temperature has been slightly hig...
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