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Ben DeutschmanU.S.
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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.` | |
Ernest (Ernie) KenwardCanada
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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 ..... | |
Sean HallidayU.S.
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general auto repair,japanese,bmw,mercedes,mini cooper 1960/2009,general british cars,ford.I DO NOT work on automatic transmissions.Manual transissions i install clutches only.Many people ask me to diagnose noises from their cars,unfortunately i cannot do this unless i hear it.As you appreciate,vehicles can and will make a variety of noises.I DONT UPGRADE or fit aftermarket performace kits,parts,chips,only replacement parts. |
The clutch itself is ok,its the slave/master cylinder you need to replace.One or both are losing the fluid and it is best to always replace both at the same time.Usually it is the slave cylinder on the
A lot of cars are electronically controlled by solenoid and these can stick.There are some that have the cable design also and it is a lot of work to get to the cable as its under the dash and routed to
This car should be obd2 but anyway if you managed to get the code.The knock sensor is on the cylinder block and threads into it,It will have a plug attached.Might have to jack the car up and get at it
If you can get a Chiton's or Haynes Manual for your car, that should have the Vacuum Hose Diagram in it. Also, those books would have the 'Firing Order' diagrams in them for the Plug Wires. All it takes
Fuse will be in the fuse box and the cover usually says which it is.Did you look at all the fuses?There are fuses under the dash also.If you look at your owners handbook it will say where to find all the
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