SKYLINE GTS25 1993How much does it cost to change a car from auto to manual?
http://www.skylineowners.com/forum/index
quite a bit about it on there.How much does it cost to change a car from auto to manual?
More than it's worth. It could be thousands, it could be impossible. It depends on the car. I can't say I know for sure on a Skyline.
I have changed the engines in cars before, but never a Skyline 1993. It is a lot of work. I did it out of necessity, not for pleasure. I think 2000 dollars for the labour and old used engine together.
It would cost MUCH less! to sell your automatic car, and use the money to buy a similar one that is already a manual.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Why do you need to change your car's oil?
I passed the 3 month mark to change my car's oil by like a month and the 3 thousand mile mark by like 1,500 miles... :S
I haven't had the chance to change the oil but I'll do it soon, I was just wondering, why do you need to change it so much?
How does it affect your car?Why do you need to change your car's oil?
Here's an example why it should be changed.
My dad works for Toyota, selling Toyota and Lexus wholesale parts. He got a call one day for a brand new engine for a 2004 Camry. He said, ';A new ENGINE? WHY??'; The person ordering the engine said, ';Because the owner didn't change the oil for about 20,000 miles.';
Also, what kind of car do you have? I've heard to change the oil every 3,000 miles, sometimes every 5,000 or even more. My car's, a 2007 Mazda3, manual says every 5,000 miles. I've seen some up to 7,500 miles.
Your car is probably not in any danger for being 1,500 over the 3,000 mile oil change but it's definitely something you want to either do yourself or have it done at a shop. You don't want your oil to turn into sludge, either.
I wish I knew who goes around here giving everyone's good answers and advice a thumbs down or two. Losers.Why do you need to change your car's oil?
oil breaks down and becomes contaminated/all the additives get burned off and if you wait too long you may have serious engine problems
One of the byproducts of the internal combustion process is acids which tend to build up in your oil. The acids tend to eat the working parts of the engine. The filter takes out dirt but not acids. The only way to get rid of them is to change the oil.
the oil is the lubricant for the engine and if you dont replace the oil your motor will lock up. and then you willl have to buy a new motor or a whole new car...
internal components inside the engine are constantly rubing against each other which causes wear, small particles enter the oil and these particles increase the rate of ware in the engine.......its like when your at the beach and you have sand on your feet, and when you go to put your shoes back on you can feel the sand rubbing against your skin, so you take your shoes off and wash your feet.
So changing your engine oil = washing your feet
It makes perfect sence.........?????? lol
Your oil serves three purposes. 1: lubrication. Oil provides a barrier between the moving parts inside the engine, preventing wear. The molecules do have a tend icy to break down over time. 2: Cleaning: With a gas engine you will have what is known as blow by, past the engine rings. This blow by contains impurities, some of which is carbon, water, and acids. Given time there will be enough carbons in the oil that it will act like sandpaper to the engine components. The water will destroy the lubrication qualities, and the acids will eat the metal inside the engine. 3: Cooling. Some oil will splash on the cylinder walls, then the rings will scrape the oil off the cylinders. During this process the oil takes some of the heat from the combustion process and transfer it to the oil pan.
Granted there are synthetic oils that will last longer, the molecules will not break down, and provide better cooling, however the oil will still pick up impurities. This is why it is important to change your oil and oil filter. Just changing the filter will not remove all of the impurities.
Oil does three things for your engine. It cools, cleans and lubricates the areas between the moving parts. If you don't change it it will not be able to perform these functions at maximum efficiency. It will break down and the engine will suffer premature wear.
you need the oil of course, a new filter, a drain pan, wrench to take the drain plug out, a couple of old rags, and a oil filter wrench. oil wears out after a few thousands miles and it don,t lubricate as well as new oil and it keeps all the moving parts running smooth like bearings and timing chain just to name a couple.
1. Oil undergoes thermal breakdown due to high operating temperature. When this occurs, the oil becomes less effective as a lubricant. And without a good lubricant (read: expensive), parts of the engine rub together and wear each other out.
2. Oil also contains additives that have the ability to neutralize acids. Over time, these additives get used up and stop being effective.
3. Finally, oil can absorb water, dust and combustion byproducts and also hold them in suspension. Eventually, the oil gets saturated with this stuff and can't absorb any more. Then that stuff remains in the engine and can cause corrosion.
Nick, if you gave a good answer we'd give you thumbs up. All you did was say that it was bad and give a few examples of what happens when you don't do it. The question, however, was WHY IS IT BAD!! Read it before answering and piping up! And yes, one of the thumbs down you now have is mine. And to quote Jack, ';If something I'm saying isn't true, (rips off sleeves)do something about it.';web design and hosting Where to get comforters to day beds
I haven't had the chance to change the oil but I'll do it soon, I was just wondering, why do you need to change it so much?
How does it affect your car?Why do you need to change your car's oil?
Here's an example why it should be changed.
My dad works for Toyota, selling Toyota and Lexus wholesale parts. He got a call one day for a brand new engine for a 2004 Camry. He said, ';A new ENGINE? WHY??'; The person ordering the engine said, ';Because the owner didn't change the oil for about 20,000 miles.';
Also, what kind of car do you have? I've heard to change the oil every 3,000 miles, sometimes every 5,000 or even more. My car's, a 2007 Mazda3, manual says every 5,000 miles. I've seen some up to 7,500 miles.
Your car is probably not in any danger for being 1,500 over the 3,000 mile oil change but it's definitely something you want to either do yourself or have it done at a shop. You don't want your oil to turn into sludge, either.
I wish I knew who goes around here giving everyone's good answers and advice a thumbs down or two. Losers.Why do you need to change your car's oil?
oil breaks down and becomes contaminated/all the additives get burned off and if you wait too long you may have serious engine problems
One of the byproducts of the internal combustion process is acids which tend to build up in your oil. The acids tend to eat the working parts of the engine. The filter takes out dirt but not acids. The only way to get rid of them is to change the oil.
the oil is the lubricant for the engine and if you dont replace the oil your motor will lock up. and then you willl have to buy a new motor or a whole new car...
internal components inside the engine are constantly rubing against each other which causes wear, small particles enter the oil and these particles increase the rate of ware in the engine.......its like when your at the beach and you have sand on your feet, and when you go to put your shoes back on you can feel the sand rubbing against your skin, so you take your shoes off and wash your feet.
So changing your engine oil = washing your feet
It makes perfect sence.........?????? lol
Your oil serves three purposes. 1: lubrication. Oil provides a barrier between the moving parts inside the engine, preventing wear. The molecules do have a tend icy to break down over time. 2: Cleaning: With a gas engine you will have what is known as blow by, past the engine rings. This blow by contains impurities, some of which is carbon, water, and acids. Given time there will be enough carbons in the oil that it will act like sandpaper to the engine components. The water will destroy the lubrication qualities, and the acids will eat the metal inside the engine. 3: Cooling. Some oil will splash on the cylinder walls, then the rings will scrape the oil off the cylinders. During this process the oil takes some of the heat from the combustion process and transfer it to the oil pan.
Granted there are synthetic oils that will last longer, the molecules will not break down, and provide better cooling, however the oil will still pick up impurities. This is why it is important to change your oil and oil filter. Just changing the filter will not remove all of the impurities.
Oil does three things for your engine. It cools, cleans and lubricates the areas between the moving parts. If you don't change it it will not be able to perform these functions at maximum efficiency. It will break down and the engine will suffer premature wear.
you need the oil of course, a new filter, a drain pan, wrench to take the drain plug out, a couple of old rags, and a oil filter wrench. oil wears out after a few thousands miles and it don,t lubricate as well as new oil and it keeps all the moving parts running smooth like bearings and timing chain just to name a couple.
1. Oil undergoes thermal breakdown due to high operating temperature. When this occurs, the oil becomes less effective as a lubricant. And without a good lubricant (read: expensive), parts of the engine rub together and wear each other out.
2. Oil also contains additives that have the ability to neutralize acids. Over time, these additives get used up and stop being effective.
3. Finally, oil can absorb water, dust and combustion byproducts and also hold them in suspension. Eventually, the oil gets saturated with this stuff and can't absorb any more. Then that stuff remains in the engine and can cause corrosion.
Nick, if you gave a good answer we'd give you thumbs up. All you did was say that it was bad and give a few examples of what happens when you don't do it. The question, however, was WHY IS IT BAD!! Read it before answering and piping up! And yes, one of the thumbs down you now have is mine. And to quote Jack, ';If something I'm saying isn't true, (rips off sleeves)do something about it.';
How much would it cost to change your car color to Royal Blue for the 2003 Trailblazer LS?
too much for just a color change reason for a vehicle that is depreciating in value
you need to have all visible painted surfaces repainted to match (hinges, doorjambs, under the hood and in the trunk ..etc) or it will look oddHow much would it cost to change your car color to Royal Blue for the 2003 Trailblazer LS?
Mopar and H M C are correct. It is quite a job to do it right. My first thought was 3k for a decent job. Maaco would be much less...But keep in mind you get what you pay for. Good Luck.How much would it cost to change your car color to Royal Blue for the 2003 Trailblazer LS?
Several thousand.
2-5,000 if the body has no damage. Considerably more if bodywork is needed.
Paint is ridiculously expensive, even for the shop that's doing the work.
you need to have all visible painted surfaces repainted to match (hinges, doorjambs, under the hood and in the trunk ..etc) or it will look oddHow much would it cost to change your car color to Royal Blue for the 2003 Trailblazer LS?
Mopar and H M C are correct. It is quite a job to do it right. My first thought was 3k for a decent job. Maaco would be much less...But keep in mind you get what you pay for. Good Luck.How much would it cost to change your car color to Royal Blue for the 2003 Trailblazer LS?
Several thousand.
2-5,000 if the body has no damage. Considerably more if bodywork is needed.
Paint is ridiculously expensive, even for the shop that's doing the work.
How hard is it to change my car's headgasket?
1995 ford mustang v6 3.8lHow hard is it to change my car's headgasket?
Quite an indepth job, this is a lot harder then taking off the heads, ripping the old gaskets off and throwing the new ones on and putting it all back together. Pretty much the entire top half of the engine is going to be needing removal, and it will cost a lot more then just the head gasket. When the heads are off your are going to need a straight edge (about $150 from Snap-on and thats half assed one) to make sure the block is perfectly flat, the heads should be sent to a machine shop for it to be checked out for cracks and flatness. This job usually takes about a day or two at a garage, with about 8 hours labour (not sure on that vehicle however what the labour rate is). I would say if you have to ask, its out of your range. On a scale of 1-10 1 being easy and 10 being do not attempt, I would mark it as a 9. There are going to be specialty tools you will need too, and torques, and torque sequances, and special bolts (not included in any kit) that are ';torque to yield'; and can only be used once. I would be saying because of all the small costs that you will be unawair of, and the stress in your life that it WILL cause, taking it to a garage will be your best bet. Just because a technician can do it in 8 hours, or whatever the time is, doesn't mean you can. They have years of training.How hard is it to change my car's headgasket?
You mean head gaskets (plural), and yes, it is something you should not mess with.
Besides there is a recall on that!
First of all, your car has two headgaskets.
Second, it is no small job. Don't attempt it unless you have a moderate amount of repair knowledge and an extensive set of tools.
If you do decide to do it, and have all the tools, expect to spend about 4 hours minimum on it, assuming you know exactly what you're doing and have every tool needed. My first head gasket took me two weeks, however, due to lack of tools among other things.
It's a long, time consuming job, and requires you to pay attention to many little details to do it right...it really is best to have a shop do it, as they are geared up for it, and generally have the experience necessary.
Quite an indepth job, this is a lot harder then taking off the heads, ripping the old gaskets off and throwing the new ones on and putting it all back together. Pretty much the entire top half of the engine is going to be needing removal, and it will cost a lot more then just the head gasket. When the heads are off your are going to need a straight edge (about $150 from Snap-on and thats half assed one) to make sure the block is perfectly flat, the heads should be sent to a machine shop for it to be checked out for cracks and flatness. This job usually takes about a day or two at a garage, with about 8 hours labour (not sure on that vehicle however what the labour rate is). I would say if you have to ask, its out of your range. On a scale of 1-10 1 being easy and 10 being do not attempt, I would mark it as a 9. There are going to be specialty tools you will need too, and torques, and torque sequances, and special bolts (not included in any kit) that are ';torque to yield'; and can only be used once. I would be saying because of all the small costs that you will be unawair of, and the stress in your life that it WILL cause, taking it to a garage will be your best bet. Just because a technician can do it in 8 hours, or whatever the time is, doesn't mean you can. They have years of training.How hard is it to change my car's headgasket?
You mean head gaskets (plural), and yes, it is something you should not mess with.
Besides there is a recall on that!
First of all, your car has two headgaskets.
Second, it is no small job. Don't attempt it unless you have a moderate amount of repair knowledge and an extensive set of tools.
If you do decide to do it, and have all the tools, expect to spend about 4 hours minimum on it, assuming you know exactly what you're doing and have every tool needed. My first head gasket took me two weeks, however, due to lack of tools among other things.
It's a long, time consuming job, and requires you to pay attention to many little details to do it right...it really is best to have a shop do it, as they are geared up for it, and generally have the experience necessary.
Changing car insurance beneficiaries during a divorce?
IS IT TRUE THAT MY SOON-TO-BE EX HUSBAND CAN'T CHANGE OUR CAR INSURANCE POLICY UNTIL OUR DIVORCE IS FINAL??? I NEED HELP WITH THIS... IT SAYS THAT HE CANT MAKE ANY CHANGES TO IT IN THE SUMMONS THAT WAS GIVEN TO HIM BUT I WANT TO KNOW HOW LNG UNTIL HE CAN CHANGE IT BECAUSE HE IS TRYING TO CHANGE IT NOWChanging car insurance beneficiaries during a divorce?
I am confused by your question. Although I think what you are asking if changes can be made to your insurance policy by either your husband or yourself prior to your divorce. My advice is sit down with him and your insurance agent and discuss the changes that you guys would like made, hopefully , you have a good insurance agent and they can act as a sort of mediator so that you guys both get what you want. I am in the insurance business and this is what I would try to do to help our cutomers.Changing car insurance beneficiaries during a divorce?
Call the car insurance and ask them, inform them of what he's trying to do.
Its a confusing question.
Is your ex canceling your insurance?
Is it costing you money?
Is it leaving you without insurance?
If it doesn't affect you I doubt its very important unless the above questions are a ';yes';.
If they are a ';no';, I don't see what the issue is.
After your divorced you'll both have your own anyway.
I am confused by your question. Although I think what you are asking if changes can be made to your insurance policy by either your husband or yourself prior to your divorce. My advice is sit down with him and your insurance agent and discuss the changes that you guys would like made, hopefully , you have a good insurance agent and they can act as a sort of mediator so that you guys both get what you want. I am in the insurance business and this is what I would try to do to help our cutomers.Changing car insurance beneficiaries during a divorce?
Call the car insurance and ask them, inform them of what he's trying to do.
Its a confusing question.
Is your ex canceling your insurance?
Is it costing you money?
Is it leaving you without insurance?
If it doesn't affect you I doubt its very important unless the above questions are a ';yes';.
If they are a ';no';, I don't see what the issue is.
After your divorced you'll both have your own anyway.
Is it possible to change your car to (partially) run on water?
I have seen allot of sites claiming that (for a fee) they will tell you how it is done, though apparantley the information was orginally released for the public domain. Is this just another scam, or is it really possible?Is it possible to change your car to (partially) run on water?
One of them involves electrolysis of the water into the two gases, oxygen and hydrogen and then feeding it too the engine. Do they work? Yes and no, the energy required to break the water down comes from the engine. I'd do a lot of reading before I spent any money or time on any gadget.
Add on .. Car Lover, there are hundreds of those sites that will happily take you money, exactly the sites in the question. Did you read the link? There is a system Honda is playing around with, way out of reach of the average person, maybe in a few more years, until then keep your wallet closed.Is it possible to change your car to (partially) run on water?
See the video I've linked to below then visit the site mentioned in the video. As you'll see, these schemes are just a giant scam designed to make those who are prepared to lie about this stuff richer and fleece innocent folk who would like to believe them.
One of them involves electrolysis of the water into the two gases, oxygen and hydrogen and then feeding it too the engine. Do they work? Yes and no, the energy required to break the water down comes from the engine. I'd do a lot of reading before I spent any money or time on any gadget.
Add on .. Car Lover, there are hundreds of those sites that will happily take you money, exactly the sites in the question. Did you read the link? There is a system Honda is playing around with, way out of reach of the average person, maybe in a few more years, until then keep your wallet closed.Is it possible to change your car to (partially) run on water?
See the video I've linked to below then visit the site mentioned in the video. As you'll see, these schemes are just a giant scam designed to make those who are prepared to lie about this stuff richer and fleece innocent folk who would like to believe them.
How can I change my car plate number in M'sia?
I’ve got a Pesekutuan plate; I want to change to starting with the Letter S. How do I go about it?
Do Malaysia allow red color number plate? with 3 alphabets %26amp; 2 digits?
Additional info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in Advance.How can I change my car plate number in M'sia?
Normally, to change your car to a new number plate, you need to buy a unregistered car(usually new), register it with the new number, then transfer the new number to your old car....the new car is then registered with the old number (both new and old cars must be in the name of the same owner)......you can then sell the new car (with the old number) by transfer of name to a new owner.....
Special number plates are usually not allowed, but sometimes allowed for special occasions but with conditions and a high fee. Consult the JPJ....How can I change my car plate number in M'sia?
For a start, you need to go to Road Transport Department (JPJ) and consult them. They will explain to you what is legal and which is illegal.
You may also inquire through email of seek advice via the telephone (through your nearest JPJ office)
http://portal.jpj.gov.my/v5/index.php/en…
But your 2nd question about the red colour, I think they won't allow you since the specification has specified that all plate number should be follow as desribed:
3 forms of vehicle registration number plate are allowed
1. White letters and numerals fixed or embossed on a black frame.
2. White letters and numerals fixed or embossed on a red frame for vehicles belonging to embassies, UN and the International Natural Rubber Association.
3. Black letters and numerals fixed or embossed on a white frame for taxis or hired cars.
No other colours is allowed since it would be an offense to do so.
You can check the RTD portal for more info:
http://portal.jpj.gov.my/v5/
Hotline
03 -88884244 Monday to Friday 7.30 am-5.30pm
screwdriver...
ok.. screw you Bean... you know that plate number in Malaysia doesn't need a screw. They are using glue! special glue. maybe you can ask the mechanic.. send your car to the workshop. they know how to change it.
danny bah juga yg paling tau suma tu...
Letter S?
I thought that's Singaporean car?
Do Malaysia allow red color number plate? with 3 alphabets %26amp; 2 digits?
Additional info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in Advance.How can I change my car plate number in M'sia?
Normally, to change your car to a new number plate, you need to buy a unregistered car(usually new), register it with the new number, then transfer the new number to your old car....the new car is then registered with the old number (both new and old cars must be in the name of the same owner)......you can then sell the new car (with the old number) by transfer of name to a new owner.....
Special number plates are usually not allowed, but sometimes allowed for special occasions but with conditions and a high fee. Consult the JPJ....How can I change my car plate number in M'sia?
For a start, you need to go to Road Transport Department (JPJ) and consult them. They will explain to you what is legal and which is illegal.
You may also inquire through email of seek advice via the telephone (through your nearest JPJ office)
http://portal.jpj.gov.my/v5/index.php/en…
But your 2nd question about the red colour, I think they won't allow you since the specification has specified that all plate number should be follow as desribed:
3 forms of vehicle registration number plate are allowed
1. White letters and numerals fixed or embossed on a black frame.
2. White letters and numerals fixed or embossed on a red frame for vehicles belonging to embassies, UN and the International Natural Rubber Association.
3. Black letters and numerals fixed or embossed on a white frame for taxis or hired cars.
No other colours is allowed since it would be an offense to do so.
You can check the RTD portal for more info:
http://portal.jpj.gov.my/v5/
Hotline
03 -88884244 Monday to Friday 7.30 am-5.30pm
screwdriver...
ok.. screw you Bean... you know that plate number in Malaysia doesn't need a screw. They are using glue! special glue. maybe you can ask the mechanic.. send your car to the workshop. they know how to change it.
danny bah juga yg paling tau suma tu...
Letter S?
I thought that's Singaporean car?
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