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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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Anonymous

Dec 23, 2024

How much does it cost to fix a misfiring cylinder?

I recently received a notification that my check engine light is on. My friend used a diagnostic tool and discovered that one of my cylinders is misfiring. I drive a 2007 Ford F-150, and he mentioned...
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Anonymous

Feb 04, 2025

Oil leak bmw?

I have a 2011 BMW 320d. After a long journey today, I noticed smoke coming from the manifold and a smell of oil. I changed the oil two weeks ago and did spill a bit, but I thought it was well cleared...
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Anonymous

Dec 02, 2024

Rotational Inertia question, keep getting wrong answer?

I have a question regarding rotational inertia. A bowling ball designed for a child has half the radius of an adult bowling ball, and both are made from the same material, meaning they have the same m...
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Temperature gauge is not moving to middle mark on gauge . ?

I own a 2002 BMW X5, and I've noticed that the temperature gauge only reaches the first line rather than moving to the middle mark. Additionally, the truck takes a long time to heat up. What could be...
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Anonymous

Jan 05, 2025

The bolts on the cylinder head of an engine require tightening to a torque of 86 m·N. If a wrench is L = 30 cm?

The bolts on the cylinder head of an engine need to be tightened to a torque of 86 N·m. Given that the wrench used is 30 cm long: What force, applied perpendicularly to the wrench at its end, must th...
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Anonymous

Feb 11, 2025

Is it my battery or alternator or starter?

I encountered a problem with my truck after not driving it for three days. Yesterday morning, when I attempted to start it, I only heard a ‘click’. After trying several times, the truck eventually sta...
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Ayden Schmeler

Jan 02, 2025

What does it mean when the “Brake lamp” light goes on in your car?

I noticed that the “Brake Lamp” light in my Honda Accord turned on today, but all of my bulbs are functioning properly. What could be causing this issue with my brakes?
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Anonymous

Feb 01, 2025

Why does my car not start and says check charging system?

I have a 2007 Mercury Montego. In the past month, I have replaced both the starter and the alternator, but today the car wouldn’t start again. I took it in to get the battery charged, and it started a...
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Anonymous

Jan 22, 2025

Why does my car not start and says check charging system?

I have a 2007 Mercury Montego, and over the past month, I have replaced both the starter and the alternator. However, today the car would not start again. I took the battery in to have it charged, and...
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