Forum: Engine  03-13-2016, 08:13 PM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 2,773  Follow-up
The same scenario was repeated on a 4-mile out and back test (max speed 50 mph, no stop-n-go). The '96 has 230k and I did the cooling system overhaul about 3 yrs ago with a Pelicanparts replacement... |
| Forum: Engine 03-05-2016, 12:19 AM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 2,773 Engine temp at 3/4, no heat
I'm thinking the thermostat is stuck, is that a good guess? Also, it ran for about 4-5 minutes at 3/4 but didn't go into red, engine should be fine, correct? thanks. |
| Forum: Maintenance 01-06-2014, 02:14 PM |
| Replies: 9 Views: 1,902 |
| Forum: Maintenance 01-05-2014, 05:59 PM |
| Replies: 9 Views: 1,902 DIY Battery
Fellas,
I'm pretty sure my battery is about to go...it's about 5 yrs old. When I recently started my car in the cold, it barely kicked over and the radio shows "code" so that's why I think it's the... |
| Forum: Engine 11-06-2013, 01:30 AM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 1,351 |
| Forum: Engine 11-05-2013, 05:56 PM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 1,351 Temp Gauge 3/4 when idling >10 mins
Fellas,
My '96 Ti w/201K has, on 3 occasions while in slow-go traffic, gone danger close to red zone. The needle would return to the right-of-center after turning heat to HIGH. Even with normal... |
| Forum: Engine 02-22-2013, 07:14 PM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 1,412 Okay, while at idle, the radiator fan was not...
Okay, while at idle, the radiator fan was not turning. I should know the answer but is this normal? I've had 2 add'l burning smell periods (not plastic or oil but more electrical) but no increase... |
| Forum: Engine 02-20-2013, 03:10 PM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 1,412 Stuck in traffic-burning smell-temp increase
Fellas,
During a traffic jam (90 minutes to go 5 miles) yesterday, there was a burning smell followed by an increase in my temp gauge (almost to 3/4). I cranked the heater to max and took a side... |
| Forum: Maintenance 10-19-2012, 06:39 PM |
| Replies: 20 Views: 10,167 |
| Forum: Exhausts 06-14-2011, 05:12 PM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 1,313 |
| Forum: Exhausts 06-14-2011, 04:54 PM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 1,313 Cat Converter-can't use OE?
My 3rd aftermarket cat (same manu/same shop) has failed and my mechanic said I had 2 options (after he did engine diag). 1) drive the '96 w/164K as is and live w/the smell (after the incessant... |
| Forum: Exhausts 04-16-2011, 04:05 PM |
| Replies: 2 Views: 1,190 Cat Converter Saga
My 96 Ti original cat when out in June 2010. The aftermarket cat lasted until November. Part of the warranty involved replacing the MAF. Since then, the car has occasional hesitations an as the... |
| Forum: Engine 12-19-2010, 01:27 AM |
| Replies: 2 Views: 1,085 Aftermarket cat/MAF/new onset bogging
Fellas,
I have a 96 ti base manual w/156k. About 6 mos ago, the cat went and my indy shop told me I can go aftermaket and pass MD inspection. I passed inspection and had intermittent "check... |
| Forum: Exhausts 11-29-2010, 03:46 PM |
| Replies: 18 Views: 3,887 My cat went out around 148K on my '96 base. My...
My cat went out around 148K on my '96 base. My shop assured me the replacement would pass state emissions test. New cat placed and "check engine" light came on again. New O2 sensors...light went... |
| Forum: US and North America 09-24-2010, 08:34 PM |
| Replies: 5 Views: 2,921 |
| Forum: Maintenance 08-17-2010, 01:43 PM |
| Replies: 0 Views: 844 Weird sound R-side underneath
For about 2 weeks now, I get this daily, one/time only sound that comes from underneath and on the front R-side of the car. Initially it only occurred for 1-2 seconds while I made a L-hand turn at... |
| Forum: Exterior 08-10-2010, 03:39 PM |
| Replies: 3 Views: 1,062 |
| Forum: Exterior 08-10-2010, 12:57 PM |
| Replies: 3 Views: 1,062 Big Buck took out my side view this AM
If you're going to have a car-deer interaction, it is probably best that you have 0 reaction time. A buck ran ito me this AM and took the driver-side mirror completely off and also the antenna:mad:.... |
| Forum: Suspension 07-14-2010, 02:32 PM |
| Replies: 8 Views: 1,522 Koni's
I bought them from the Tire Rack during their early summer sale. The sales guy said the rears would work and I just needed an OEM RSM. Not convinced, I called Koni and talked w/one of their techs... |
| Forum: Suspension 07-13-2010, 02:24 PM |
| Replies: 8 Views: 1,522 Thumping in rear end after Koni install
Fellas,
I had a indy mechanic put in rear Koni STR and OEM RSM (w/reinforcement plate). When I go forward, for about 20 seconds, there is a mild thumping sound that eventually fades and goes away. ... |
| Forum: Maintenance 07-07-2010, 02:40 PM |
| Replies: 6 Views: 1,539 The one I had my shop install was $700 and he...
The one I had my shop install was $700 and he guaranteed it will pass MD inspection. The shop uses the same company for Mercedes and other BMW and they never had a problem...my luck, I'll be the... |
| Forum: Maintenance 07-07-2010, 01:04 PM |
| Replies: 6 Views: 1,539 Check engine light ?
The check engine light of my '96 w/148K came on and it turned out to be a cat converter code. I ponied up and had it replaced (non-factory) and 1 week later the "check engine" light came on again. ... |
| Forum: Suspension 03-24-2010, 05:57 PM |
| Replies: 1 Views: 975 Convert suspension 96 Base to Sport
Guys,
My car has the original suspension (less control arms) at 143K. I need to upgrade. What do I need to convert it to Sport suspension?
Thanks,
Also, can I do the fog-lights too? (not too... |
| Forum: Lounge 02-19-2010, 09:57 PM |
| Replies: 1 Views: 1,012 One and Done Original Parts
Fellas,
My car is 13 years old and alot of it is still OEM. To me, things like the steering wheel, rear-view mirror, etc are "lifetime" pieces of equipment in the cabin. What parts in the engine... |
| Forum: Lounge 02-09-2010, 03:36 AM |
| Replies: 2 Views: 1,491 Steering wheel "movement"
Guys,
The '96 was running fine as of 5 Feb. Since then, we were pounded w/24" of snow. I took the car out and manuevered through some ice-snow ruts and when I got to the highway, the steering... |
