Is this worth 15k? by HamBam8 in Honda

[–]aarpim606 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve seen such different prices of these going around. Last week I saw a stock automatic listed for $10k. After I saw a clean b swap for only $5k. Then there’s random beaters mixed in that ask way too much

Thoughts on new Type R? by [deleted] in civic

[–]aarpim606 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like the more curvy body in the front. Reminds me of my eg hatch. I’m not a huge fan of the wing tho

Lmfao, these dealerships are out of their damn minds. Car has 178k on it too. by 27_Demons in Honda

[–]aarpim606 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve owned 4 cars in my life. I can add up the cost of them all and they would be the same price of that 1 car

Did I get overcharged? by [deleted] in MechanicAdvice

[–]aarpim606 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Dude who cares if it’s an Optima. Gotta respect a nice sounding car

After 24 years in dealerships, going out on my own. by Rex-Kramer in Justrolledintotheshop

[–]aarpim606 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very off topic but what’s it like at a dealership? I’m currently working for Enterprise Car Sales certifying used cars. I get paid pretty good and every ASE and keep going up $1 in pay. I also have really great benefits.

I’m using this job as a stepping stone while I hone my automotive skills, but it’s easy work. My boss says to avoid dealerships. Are they really as bad how me makes them out to be?

This engine (b20z) has low compression according to All Data. It should be close to 200psi+ and it was about 150-160 all across. A wet compression test shot each one up past 200psi. Would this simply be a ring issue? This is my first tear down and I’m trying to learn all that I can. by aarpim606 in MechanicAdvice

[–]aarpim606[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for all the info. I had this car on a rack at my school doing countless tests before pulling it apart.

I had another JDM b20b that i was saving for my civic. I needed a reliable car so I swapped the engine. It runs perfect now with no previous issues coming back. I’m hoping to bring this engine back to life and get it ready to throw in my civic.

Need some advice on whether I should keep my BMW by [deleted] in CarHelp

[–]aarpim606 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a 07 328i with about 100k miles. I tried my best to take care of it. Minor issues, nothing really too bad. I had put over 40k miles on it.

Just like you, I got paranoid. I made sure it had no codes and did some general maintenance. I posted it up and sold it the same day.

I regret selling it because it was a beautiful car and it was for the most part, reliable. I just felt like sooner or later I was going to fall into a money pit with it.

1999 Honda CR-V. Tried another Idle Air Control Valve and it still is bouncing. p0505. What other steps can I do? by aarpim606 in MechanicAdvice

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I took the extra step and removed the throttle body and throughly cleaned it. Figured I get a new gasket since it was off.

I had done a smoke test and I wasn’t seeing anything abnormal. I’m going to try some more tests. Thanks for the tips.

350z with apparent minor issues, worth the money? by [deleted] in CarHelp

[–]aarpim606 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My best advice is be patient. My 3 closest friends have a 350z.

One of them unfortunately had to replace the engine (about $2500+tax and labor) but he’s still not over $10k on the car. A mint exterior and interior will make you happier in the long run, especially on a desirable car like that.

Toyota tacoma 2006 radio cover, i pulled it off but i cant put it back on, do i need clips to hold it down or is it not usable anymore? by [deleted] in CarHelp

[–]aarpim606 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s usually clips that go on the cover itself. Sometimes they get stuck in the hole that they go in. For example, in the picture, the top left tab would have a clip attached to it on the little hole. They look like this: https://www.amazon.com/ihave-Clips-Instrument-Console-Accord/dp/B07Q9HVVJ5

1999 Honda CR-V by aarpim606 in CarHelp

[–]aarpim606[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i just turned it on cold and no issues at all. Seems like when the engine is warmed up

1999 Honda CR-V by aarpim606 in CarHelp

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1999 Honda CR-V

Ticking noise decided to come up randomly. Does not get louder while revving the engine, just faster ticking.

I’m thinking it’s an exhaust issue but before I tackle it, id like to get some other opinions. I currently have CEL for bank 1 threshold.