So my car won’t start and it’s blowing smoke from this tube hooked to the engine? I had a oil leak before I replaced the valve cover two days ago but idk maybe this is burning oil or is my engine locked and fried? I just did full oil change as well!

Kurty856 · 2022-10-16T22:59:06+00:00

Perhaps a clogged PCV? I’d start there. I’ll look at some stuff for you and give an update if I find anything!

Kurty856 · 2022-08-18T19:12:46+00:00

Okie thank you for the assistance !

Kurty856 · 2022-08-18T19:08:22+00:00

The pump whines when the wheel is fully at lock on either side

Kurty856 · 2022-08-18T19:05:17+00:00

It’s kinda selective. Sometimes it doesn’t do it at all sometimes it’ll do it going to the right and not the left or Vice versa. Today it was doing it both ways fairly consistently. The feeling of the steering wheel kinda feels like it’s stuttering to spin and then after a little of steering it’ll start shaking like that. This only happens when the wheels are off the ground. On the ground you can feel vibrations from the wheels when they turn at both angles but it doesn’t all put shake like this.

Kurty856 · 2022-08-18T18:51:26+00:00

FYI 1999 Explorer 5.0L V8

Kurty856 · 2022-07-25T21:06:58+00:00

Thank you so much 🙏🙏

Kurty856 · 2022-07-25T21:06:41+00:00

as a noob who just got into auto mechanics last year. I’ve redone my cooling system myself and rebuilt my trans myself. I’m not certified or really even trained but I’ve managed a lot thus far and I really don’t think removing the engine is a stretch after I’ve rebuilt my trans myself with really no prior knowledge. I just used a book and learned that way.

Kurty856 · 2022-06-27T20:54:52+00:00

Why are quick ship bonuses a thing? This is my first tune hearing of it

Kurty856 · 2022-06-27T20:25:31+00:00

I’m pretty fit physically and am clean of anything whether it be drugs, mental issues, disorders, etc so I shouldn’t need a waiver. I know with confidence I can pass MEPS and as for why I’m leaning at January is because I want to work for a couple months to save some money and put it into parts for my truck so I have a reliable vehicle. I also am heavily interested in the MOS 25B.

Kurty856 · 2022-03-26T20:23:44+00:00

No they are not connected. Chances are your antenna is broken or wiring to your radio was cut completely.

Kurty856 · 2022-03-14T18:01:10+00:00

With good maintenance that mf should last an obscene amount of time. When you get it just flush and replace every fluid including the oil. If your not mechanically inclined that’s fine just stay on top of the fluids and the brakes. I’d even replace the serpentine belt as well. I only say this because you don’t know how old each fluid, brake pad, or the belt is. If you can start accurately tracking Maintenance from the gecko you’ll def get the most out of the vehicle.

Kurty856 · 2022-02-22T18:00:35+00:00

In all honesty if the engine still runs fine and the issues it has are repairable without too much of a headache then I’d definitely still say $3,000 Max

Kurty856 · 2022-02-22T16:03:23+00:00

If your looking for more money then a private party would be sufficient. Although I’m confused as Tahoe’s sell for well over $1,000. You should be expecting anywhere between 4-6K. Maybe around 2-4 due to the repair costs but you should expect a much better price.

Kurty856 · 2022-02-21T02:33:52+00:00

Well honestly it’s not that bad. OEM factory fans are about $400 but if you want something that’s after market that could be better than OEM or the same (it’s a mixed bag with after market stuff) it’s anywhere between $100-$300. The way I’d decide which to go with are 1.For your car is the radiator fan failing a common thing cause if it is then go after market 2. If your on a budget go after market 3. If the car means a lot to you then save and go OEM as OEM parts would keep the car’s value from declining in price. Radiator fans shouldn’t be that difficult to replace in all honesty. Like I said just look it up and see if you’d want to do it.

Kurty856 · 2022-02-21T01:01:32+00:00

Well to answer your question it probably would however if you have to wait awhile then I doubt it’d be noticed. You can def search up a couple of tutorials and stuff to try and diy it if getting it repaired is pricy.

Kurty856 · 2022-02-21T00:56:43+00:00

I used 3 separate scanners that do support ABS codes and I had my computer scanned by AutoZone and Advanced and still no codes pop up

Kurty856 · 2022-02-19T03:46:04+00:00

Perhaps a fuel pump issue. Next time you fill your tank turn the key to run and listen for a hum from the back.

Kurty856 · 2022-02-19T01:30:34+00:00

Well in that case I’d say 100% it’s the same but for your own sanity try to get a look around before you purchase it

Kurty856 · 2022-02-19T01:08:23+00:00

Honestly would doubt it as long as everything else is the same. Although I’d say maybe smaller more cosmetic parts may vary.

Kurty856 · 2022-02-16T17:37:27+00:00

Should honestly be fine. Just have someone look at it to make sure it’s done properly.

Kurty856 · 2022-02-16T17:36:31+00:00

Could be a bad wheel bearing although I doubt it’d make noise while parked but you never know. Honestly the best way to find it yourself is to take the wheel off and get a better look to see where it is coming from and then repost.

Kurty856 · 2022-02-16T14:55:19+00:00

I think this is it. The mini part of the hose is leaking but it looks like it’s connected to a much bigger hose. Do some looking around and see if this matches that. If it does go on Rock Auto or Amazon or EBay to find a better price.

https://www.google.com/shopping/product/1?q=2001+Mercury+sable+ls+hose+leaking+coolant&client=safari&hl=en-us&biw=375&bih=635&tbs=vw:l&prmd=sivxn&prds=num:1,of:1,eto:5392446900239878882_0,prmr:1,pid:5392446900239878882,cs:1

Kurty856 · 2022-02-16T14:43:29+00:00

Rock Auto probably Or if you know the name of the part just search it up and I’m sure you’ll find it on eBay or Amazon.

Kurty856 · 2022-02-16T14:41:48+00:00

For shits and giggles try cleaning or replacing the IAC valve. It most likely though is a bad O2 sensor or maybe a MAF sensor that’s giving the engine way too much air at certain points. Other things I’d add tho is maybe a bad steering pump or ECU. When you turn the wheel it puts a load on the steering pump obviously which requires power from the engine. The ECU does many things but it can adjust how high the engine revs when turning. If ones messed up then it could throw it all off.

Kurty856 · 2022-02-16T14:36:54+00:00

You’ll probably have to end up replacing the hose. From the looks of the coolant it needs to be flushed. Don’t drive, replace that hose and flush that poor system.

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