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Ernest (Ernie) Kenward Canada Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.80 Clarity of Response 9.82 Politeness 9.98 Response Time(hr) 25.4 --Last 90 Days(hr) 17.2 Total Questions 2028	The challenges I most enjoy are thoughtful technical questions of a trouble-shooting nature in both electrical, power electronic and mechanical systems, mainly automotive but also machine control and small-machine PLC applications. Please note, however, that I am NOT a walking shop manual for every car in existence! While I have been described by colleagues and students as having an encyclopedic knowledge of automotive and transportation equipment in general, I do NOT have a collection of shop manuals and detailed specifications for every vehicle in existence! What I DO have is a good collection of literature and hands-on experience with 1950s to 1980's Ford products (plus a developing database of information and practice with the Mercedes diesel cars), along with an engineering perspective and the ability to design and implement custom control, electrical and mechanical subsystems for vehicles. For that reason, I am happy to make my thoughts and efforts available to those who are similarly making a point of learning about their vehicles. In regard to manuals and specifications, your automotive parts shop, automotive parts houses and, often, the public library are good resources for these. I also have a good track record for trouble-shooting and solving emissions problems in .....
Ben Deutschman U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.80 Clarity of Response 9.89 Politeness 9.98 Response Time(hr) 9.7 --Last 90 Days(hr) 4.2 Total Questions 723	Questions ONLY related to Chrysler/Plymouth/Dodge Slant-Sixes from 1960-1975. You can ask me about Engine Timing, general specifications, do`s and don`ts, and details such as proper installation of `Spark Plugs` on the 1960-74 `Slant-Sixes.`
Skip Bollinger U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.74 Clarity of Response 9.89 Politeness 9.98 Response Time(hr) 25.8 --Last 90 Days(hr) 32.9 Total Questions 431	Heretofore, I will NOT answer any mechanical question. I am not qualified and can only offer speculations. You are better served by others that are true Techs. With that being said, please only ask about parts and locating obsolete Auto Parts. Thank you. I have the ability to locate quite a few mechanical parts for American made vehicles fron the 1900`s to present. Some are OEM and some are aftermarket. This would include engine, brake and chassis parts. Body parts and trim are VERY difficult to find but you may inquire. If you need assistance in repair, I have illustrated books for major American manufacturers that show some illustrations BEFORE 1974. If needed, I can supply repair manuals for your specific vehicle. PLEASE REMEBER I'M A PARTS SPECIALIST, NOT A TECH!! Thank you.. Skip

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Ernest (Ernie) Kenward

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The challenges I most enjoy are thoughtful technical questions of a trouble-shooting nature in both electrical, power electronic and mechanical systems, mainly automotive but also machine control and small-machine PLC applications. Please note, however, that I am NOT a walking shop manual for every car in existence! While I have been described by colleagues and students as having an encyclopedic knowledge of automotive and transportation equipment in general, I do NOT have a collection of shop manuals and detailed specifications for every vehicle in existence! What I DO have is a good collection of literature and hands-on experience with 1950s to 1980's Ford products (plus a developing database of information and practice with the Mercedes diesel cars), along with an engineering perspective and the ability to design and implement custom control, electrical and mechanical subsystems for vehicles. For that reason, I am happy to make my thoughts and efforts available to those who are similarly making a point of learning about their vehicles. In regard to manuals and specifications, your automotive parts shop, automotive parts houses and, often, the public library are good resources for these. I also have a good track record for trouble-shooting and solving emissions problems in .....

Ben Deutschman

U.S.

Available

Questions ONLY related to Chrysler/Plymouth/Dodge Slant-Sixes from 1960-1975. You can ask me about Engine Timing, general specifications, do`s and don`ts, and details such as proper installation of `Spark Plugs` on the 1960-74 `Slant-Sixes.`

Skip Bollinger

U.S.

Available

Heretofore, I will NOT answer any mechanical question. I am not qualified and can only offer speculations. You are better served by others that are true Techs. With that being said, please only ask about parts and locating obsolete Auto Parts. Thank you. I have the ability to locate quite a few mechanical parts for American made vehicles fron the 1900`s to present. Some are OEM and some are aftermarket. This would include engine, brake and chassis parts. Body parts and trim are VERY difficult to find but you may inquire. If you need assistance in repair, I have illustrated books for major American manufacturers that show some illustrations BEFORE 1974. If needed, I can supply repair manuals for your specific vehicle. PLEASE REMEBER I'M A PARTS SPECIALIST, NOT A TECH!! Thank you.. Skip

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2012-02-03 timing for slant six 1970 motor:

If you mean Firing Order, that would be 1-5-3-6-2-4, with number 1 being the Terminal on the Distributor Cap next to the Vacuum Advance. The timing varied over the years, but generally was 2-1/2 degrees

2012-01-10 Oil pressure gauge '79 G20:

If the gauge is a mechanical gauge, that is, directly driven by oil pressure, I would look for a leak in that line, and fairly soon. As oil goes down, there will be less and less of it to cool the pistons

2011-12-20 'recirculate' air button won't stay on:

As one with Fords and a Mercedes-Benz, I have little hands-on experience and no shop info on Chevrolet products. However, as one who was at one time in the HVAC industry (Honeywell Controls system designer)

2011-12-14 back up lights on 99 malibu:

More than likely, just a burned out Light Bulb. Accessing the Bulb varies from one vehicle to the next, so for that information you would have to consult something like a Haynes Manual, available at most

2011-12-14 preventive maintenance:

Changing timing chains - and timing belts especially - is a key regular preventative- maintenance (PM) item. This is all the more true of so-called "interference" engines, which most modern engines

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