I have a 1990 F350 Crew Cab Long Bed(it turns as sharp as a freight train) with the stock fuel injected 351w. About a month ago it stalled, I re-cranked it and there was a whole series of bad sounds under the hood. I turned the key off immediately and pulled it back into my driveway with a chain.
From what I can tell it looks like the fan clutch literally exploded and a piece of it shot through the water pump and into the timing cover.
Its probably a good thing it happened because the water pump was probably about due to be changed and as I got in there I realized the timing chain was worn, and since a piece of fan clutch dropped into the oil pan I had to pull the oil pan which needed a new gasket. Had to pull the plenum to get the motor high enough to change the oil pan gasket so i needed a new plenum gasket too. Also realized it was time for motor mounts and valve cover gaskets and complete tune-up. Anyways the truck is back together and runs great and sounds great... well it sounds great everywhere except from the driver seat. lol the tailpipes are about 20 feet behind my head so I cant hear how beautiful my straight pipes sound from all the way up front. The truck has no catalytic convertors from the factory- I guess it counted as being a heavy duty truck and was exempt from certain emissions laws?
Anyways my question is this.... Anyone other than me ever heard of a fan clutch breaking the water pump and timing cover? I know a lot of mechanics and no one believes me. In my dirt track racing days ive seen plenty of fans come loose and hit the radiator but not the water pump and timing cover.Fan clutch blowed up?I've never heard of it happening but when something is spinning over 1000 RPMs, anything can happen when something breaks loose.
I knew a guy got killed from a grinding wheel coming apart because he was grinding on the flat side of it. A piece went through his forehead.
Like I said, RPMs and breaking apart cause weird things to happen.Fan clutch blowed up?Never heard of it.
Most fan clutches are an oil chamber, and almost can't cause a problem. The worst they do is bind and stop slipping as they are supposed to. This does not sound like an oil hydrostatic clutch. I have seen clutches that were electric, but I don't see how they could blow either. I would love to see the pieces.Fan clutch blowed up?in over 49 years id have to say that is a first
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Please help....my 1998 Camry is leaking oil badly....?
I have a 1998 Camry almost 170,000 miles on it...it is used to travel back and forth to work round trip 90+ miles. It is now leaking oil badly..so badly I have to put a quart of oil in every 3 days, my driveway is stained with oil.
...I have seen oil come out of the bottom of the oil filter when I start up the engine.
...the oil change place says it is a %26quot;Valve cover gasket%26quot; leaking...
Please assist by telling me what your opinion as to what the problem may be based upon your experience. How much is it to fix a valve cover gasket.
.....also do oil additives work and are safe, the ones that supposedly stop leaks. Thank you for your help.
...note the oil change place says that oil is not coming out of the bottom of the oil filer,...however I seen it for myself, but there was also oil coming out of the back of the engine too supposedly where the gasket valve cover was...Please help....my 1998 Camry is leaking oil badly....?the valve covers leaking could be it, the blow by of the oil could end up anywhere.
Fix the gasket yourself, less than $20, take it somewhere, probably $125.00 on up.Please help....my 1998 Camry is leaking oil badly....?Replace the filter and eliminate that. Take it for a second opinion, sounds like they told you what is wrong but you'd rather keep spending money on oil rather than fixing what's wrong.Please help....my 1998 Camry is leaking oil badly....?no much not a big deal there real cheap from aftermarket
you can do it yourself just get the appropriate tools its just unscrewing and disconnecting wires to make room real simple youll get dirty but save moneyPlease help....my 1998 Camry is leaking oil badly....?On your way home, when the engine is at operating temperature, pull into the car wash and use the high pressure with soap. Do not spray directly at electronic or electric components, but along the valve covers, down the block, around the pan and filters as best you can. Drive it home and look for fresh oil. There are also spray cleaners that work, but cost a bit more. After washing, if the car doesn't want to restart, let it sit 5 minutes with the hood up and try again.
Bad cover gaskets can be the problem. The oil is blown to the back of the engine and runs down where it is protected from the fan blast. If this is the case, most likely the oil pan gasket is the same age. Where the oil comes from tells where the problem is, look at the source and not the drip.
...I have seen oil come out of the bottom of the oil filter when I start up the engine.
...the oil change place says it is a %26quot;Valve cover gasket%26quot; leaking...
Please assist by telling me what your opinion as to what the problem may be based upon your experience. How much is it to fix a valve cover gasket.
.....also do oil additives work and are safe, the ones that supposedly stop leaks. Thank you for your help.
...note the oil change place says that oil is not coming out of the bottom of the oil filer,...however I seen it for myself, but there was also oil coming out of the back of the engine too supposedly where the gasket valve cover was...Please help....my 1998 Camry is leaking oil badly....?the valve covers leaking could be it, the blow by of the oil could end up anywhere.
Fix the gasket yourself, less than $20, take it somewhere, probably $125.00 on up.Please help....my 1998 Camry is leaking oil badly....?Replace the filter and eliminate that. Take it for a second opinion, sounds like they told you what is wrong but you'd rather keep spending money on oil rather than fixing what's wrong.Please help....my 1998 Camry is leaking oil badly....?no much not a big deal there real cheap from aftermarket
you can do it yourself just get the appropriate tools its just unscrewing and disconnecting wires to make room real simple youll get dirty but save moneyPlease help....my 1998 Camry is leaking oil badly....?On your way home, when the engine is at operating temperature, pull into the car wash and use the high pressure with soap. Do not spray directly at electronic or electric components, but along the valve covers, down the block, around the pan and filters as best you can. Drive it home and look for fresh oil. There are also spray cleaners that work, but cost a bit more. After washing, if the car doesn't want to restart, let it sit 5 minutes with the hood up and try again.
Bad cover gaskets can be the problem. The oil is blown to the back of the engine and runs down where it is protected from the fan blast. If this is the case, most likely the oil pan gasket is the same age. Where the oil comes from tells where the problem is, look at the source and not the drip.
Nissan Altima Repairs ... How crucial ?
I am in process of buying a 97 nissan altima , 120k , the quote is $2800. I got it checked from mechanic and he suggested following repairs.
1) Strut Assembly
2) Strut Mounts
3) Motor Mounts
4) Flat Belts
5) Valve Cover Gasket, cover, outer
6) Valve Cover Gasket, spark plug, inner
7) flat P/S flush
8) flat tranny flush
9) flat coolant flush
10) axle shaft seals
In all repairs worth 1900 $ including labour. I understand the motor mounts and struts .. but are other things required. how crucial are they. This might be a little bit silly as you havent seen the car, but still any suggestions.
The biggest cost in all is motor mounts. It costs about 900 including labour. They have never been changed in 120k. The car does vibrate a bit due to that, but if i dont change them what will be the effects ?
While driving, other then a little vibration the car drives pretty ok.
Looking forward to your help.Nissan Altima Repairs ... How crucial ?Have a good look at the previous driver, was it a kid that thought he had a hot rod? Or was it a person who never maintained it, which seems to be the case. The machanic told you only what he could see, so how do you know there isn't something about to go out inside the engine like a spun crank bearing or a cracked valve guide?
I would suggest looking for a different vehicle for the price they are asking.
Unless you are like uncle moneybags and don't mind wasting the money on labor and parts which will make the cars price up in the $5-6k range. I am sure that you can find a better value out there for your money.Nissan Altima Repairs ... How crucial ?No way it needs all that. My kid's 97 has 185K on it and hasn't needed any of that. Original axles, seals, gaskets, struts. Check the drive belts, see if it leaves much of a stain on the driveway overnight and just drive it.
And take it to a mechanic who doesn't have a drug habit to feed.Nissan Altima Repairs ... How crucial ?Do you know this mechanic? Ask another mechanic, if he says the same thing, buy a different car for $4000.00 that doesn't need all this work.
1) Strut Assembly
2) Strut Mounts
3) Motor Mounts
4) Flat Belts
5) Valve Cover Gasket, cover, outer
6) Valve Cover Gasket, spark plug, inner
7) flat P/S flush
8) flat tranny flush
9) flat coolant flush
10) axle shaft seals
In all repairs worth 1900 $ including labour. I understand the motor mounts and struts .. but are other things required. how crucial are they. This might be a little bit silly as you havent seen the car, but still any suggestions.
The biggest cost in all is motor mounts. It costs about 900 including labour. They have never been changed in 120k. The car does vibrate a bit due to that, but if i dont change them what will be the effects ?
While driving, other then a little vibration the car drives pretty ok.
Looking forward to your help.Nissan Altima Repairs ... How crucial ?Have a good look at the previous driver, was it a kid that thought he had a hot rod? Or was it a person who never maintained it, which seems to be the case. The machanic told you only what he could see, so how do you know there isn't something about to go out inside the engine like a spun crank bearing or a cracked valve guide?
I would suggest looking for a different vehicle for the price they are asking.
Unless you are like uncle moneybags and don't mind wasting the money on labor and parts which will make the cars price up in the $5-6k range. I am sure that you can find a better value out there for your money.Nissan Altima Repairs ... How crucial ?No way it needs all that. My kid's 97 has 185K on it and hasn't needed any of that. Original axles, seals, gaskets, struts. Check the drive belts, see if it leaves much of a stain on the driveway overnight and just drive it.
And take it to a mechanic who doesn't have a drug habit to feed.Nissan Altima Repairs ... How crucial ?Do you know this mechanic? Ask another mechanic, if he says the same thing, buy a different car for $4000.00 that doesn't need all this work.
Eagle talon headgasket?
how much will it cost to change the:
Graphite head gasket
Intake / Exhaust manifold gasket
Valve cover gasket
Viton valve stem seals / Camshaft front seals
Other small gaskets, seals, and O-rings
on a eagle talon esi 95 - 99 at a car shop?Eagle talon headgasket?2 Much, how many miles and have you considered the rest of the vehicle?Eagle talon headgasket?Go here and do a search. They should have it.........
www.freemyspacepimping.com
Graphite head gasket
Intake / Exhaust manifold gasket
Valve cover gasket
Viton valve stem seals / Camshaft front seals
Other small gaskets, seals, and O-rings
on a eagle talon esi 95 - 99 at a car shop?Eagle talon headgasket?2 Much, how many miles and have you considered the rest of the vehicle?Eagle talon headgasket?Go here and do a search. They should have it.........
www.freemyspacepimping.com
Pipe to manifold begins to glow and then the manifold, why?
head gasket changed. only valve cover, push rods and rocker arms, and both intake and exhaust manifolds attached to head were taken off. how could that throw off my timing? or make the air fuel mixture too lean? i'm trying to understand the problem. i let car run about 5 min. without the exhaust and manifold didn't turn red. hoping it's clogged or something simple and easy to fix. i replaced the vacuum pipe from manifold to head because of cracks, holes, and leaks. is it possible that the engine got use to running at high idle due to leaks. how do i diagnose and determine my problem on my own without technology the old way. and can a catalytic converter be unclogged? if my temp guage stop working colud that be the blame for the golw? help me with this glowing manifold and pipe issue somebody please... the shop is not an option, ya heard me...Pipe to manifold begins to glow and then the manifold, why?Didn't you ask this question earlier? Look, this is not going to be a shade tree answer off the internet fix. You are dumping raw fuel into the exhaust and most likely it has clogged your catalytic converter. But by just replacing the converter most likely it will happen again. I mean a shop with diagnostic equipment can diagnose the problem for an hours labor. I think that is your best bet instead of pulling your hair out and not accomplishing ANYTHING.Pipe to manifold begins to glow and then the manifold, why?replace the catPipe to manifold begins to glow and then the manifold, why?it would help to know the model of car, but a vacuum leak Will cause it, spray carb cleaner around the intake to find the leakPipe to manifold begins to glow and then the manifold, why?disconnect the battery for a few minutes to reset the computer.Pipe to manifold begins to glow and then the manifold, why?yoiu may have caused an air pocket in the cooling system.... but a glowing red exhaust most likely is a plugged exhauestPipe to manifold begins to glow and then the manifold, why?What type of car and what size engine? Converter could be clogged but if it was the engine wouldn't run very long and not very well. If the mixture is off, the unburnt fuel will be burning in the exhaust causing it to glow. Is the engine skipping? How do the plugs look? If they are black, rich, if they are very white running lean.Pipe to manifold begins to glow and then the manifold, why?Have you tried looping your heater core hose and flushing your engine ? If you have a plug somewhere, then not surprising.
You haven't said if your engine otherwise runs fine. Timing chains can jump on start up. This would affect both heads/exhaust.
Another possibility is lifters are sticking. Do you have solid or hydraulic lifters ? Have you ran the engine with your valve cover off and watched to make sure everything seems to be working fine on top ? Getting oil, lifters/rockers working normal,etc.Pipe to manifold begins to glow and then the manifold, why?Hi!
Okay, my answers are deceptively simple, but that's the best place to start... Take off the catalytic converter, run it straight pipe, and assign two other people to help you inspect the entire line. you want to diagnose *where* the heat up starts out. Pull or swap out the parts in a systematic order as you go down the line, and see how long, or how mush stress, the engine runs before the line goes cherry. If the heat source begins in the manifold, then your repair job is to blame. If it's down the line, you're looking at a plugged line or converter. Catalytic converters can be cleaned out, but you'd have to know what you are doing to a tee, or be willing to pay for someone who does, as a damaged converter is exponentially more dangerous than a blown head. Another contender is a dud sensor, or emissions control system. Are you sure the head you replaced is a sound one? Sometimes duds come in %26quot;new%26quot; or %26quot;reconditioned%26quot; packages. Don't know if you are talking about fuel injection or a carborator system. The fuel injection cleaners that are sold over the counter are crap that does more harm than good. Ask a reputable auto shop or mechanic about who they buy their f.i. cleaners from. A blown temp gage is a bad sign, but more symptom than cause in a heat up that does not involve your coolant system. Speaking of which, I hope you are running half antifreeze and half water in the radiator, and please check to be sure... A pure water or pure antifreeze fill *will* blow the plugs on your engine block, while too little or no water/coolant will over-heat and lock up your engine. In closing, two rare but plausible sources of grief are contaminants introduced into the pistons, arms, or manifold during repairs. Be especially wary of something as simple as water in this case, as this can cause all kinds of hell , including engine over-heat or seizing. There's always some dummy who poured the wrong fluids in the wrong tubes. I've got a buddy who chronically pours engine oil in either the power steering box, the master cylinder, or a more common goof, the transmission tube. Engines hate that, and I'd like to seize his driver's license just to protect the general public from him. All of these scenarios cause engines to cherry, hope you can find the fault inexpensively.layered hair horses
You haven't said if your engine otherwise runs fine. Timing chains can jump on start up. This would affect both heads/exhaust.
Another possibility is lifters are sticking. Do you have solid or hydraulic lifters ? Have you ran the engine with your valve cover off and watched to make sure everything seems to be working fine on top ? Getting oil, lifters/rockers working normal,etc.Pipe to manifold begins to glow and then the manifold, why?Hi!
Okay, my answers are deceptively simple, but that's the best place to start... Take off the catalytic converter, run it straight pipe, and assign two other people to help you inspect the entire line. you want to diagnose *where* the heat up starts out. Pull or swap out the parts in a systematic order as you go down the line, and see how long, or how mush stress, the engine runs before the line goes cherry. If the heat source begins in the manifold, then your repair job is to blame. If it's down the line, you're looking at a plugged line or converter. Catalytic converters can be cleaned out, but you'd have to know what you are doing to a tee, or be willing to pay for someone who does, as a damaged converter is exponentially more dangerous than a blown head. Another contender is a dud sensor, or emissions control system. Are you sure the head you replaced is a sound one? Sometimes duds come in %26quot;new%26quot; or %26quot;reconditioned%26quot; packages. Don't know if you are talking about fuel injection or a carborator system. The fuel injection cleaners that are sold over the counter are crap that does more harm than good. Ask a reputable auto shop or mechanic about who they buy their f.i. cleaners from. A blown temp gage is a bad sign, but more symptom than cause in a heat up that does not involve your coolant system. Speaking of which, I hope you are running half antifreeze and half water in the radiator, and please check to be sure... A pure water or pure antifreeze fill *will* blow the plugs on your engine block, while too little or no water/coolant will over-heat and lock up your engine. In closing, two rare but plausible sources of grief are contaminants introduced into the pistons, arms, or manifold during repairs. Be especially wary of something as simple as water in this case, as this can cause all kinds of hell , including engine over-heat or seizing. There's always some dummy who poured the wrong fluids in the wrong tubes. I've got a buddy who chronically pours engine oil in either the power steering box, the master cylinder, or a more common goof, the transmission tube. Engines hate that, and I'd like to seize his driver's license just to protect the general public from him. All of these scenarios cause engines to cherry, hope you can find the fault inexpensively.
Nissan altima repairs .. How crucial ?
I am in process of buying a 97 nissan altima , 120k , the quote is $2800. I got it checked from mechanic and he suggested following repairs.
1) Strut Assembly
2) Strut Mounts
3) Motor Mounts
4) Flat Belts
5) Valve Cover Gasket, cover, outer
6) Valve Cover Gasket, spark plug, inner
7) flat P/S flush
8) flat tranny flush
9) flat coolant flush
10) axle shaft seals
In all repairs worth 1900 $ including labour. I understand the motor mounts and struts .. but are other things required. how crucial are they. This might be a little bit silly as you havent seen the car, but still any suggestions.
The biggest cost in all is motor mounts. It costs about 900 including labour. They have never been changed in 120k. The car does vibrate a bit due to that, but if i dont change them what will be the effects ?
Looking forward to your help.Nissan altima repairs .. How crucial ?Nissans are good cars, if you do go through with the repairs, the car will probably last you a very long time. But, imports, as you know, are incredibly expensive to repair when something does go wrong.
I'm no mechanic, but the coolant flush is not necessary. You should not get the tranny flushed either, unless you notice significant problems in shifting.
I really don't know about the rest. I'd say for that year and that kind of mileage, you are probably getting a good deal buy paying $2800 for the car and getting the repairs done on top of that. Having said that, I would probably do it, but also be prepared to drive the car into the ground, because if you decide to sell it, you will not get out of it what you put into it, as far as a sale price goes.
If this is really causing you to struggle with a decision, I would not hesitate to take it somewhere else for a second (or even third) opinion. You will surely find out if you are getting scammed or not. If you happen to decide to follow through with all of the recommended repairs, it's not like you have to get everything done at once either. Nothing on that list is incredibly pressing, but I guess it's importance depends on what you intend to use the vehicle for. Example, do you need it for work, or just to get back and forth to work?Nissan altima repairs .. How crucial ?car has way too much mileage and problems, dont get it it will give u probs in the future even though its a nissanNissan altima repairs .. How crucial ?Too many problems.....Take your money and put it down on a new carNissan altima repairs .. How crucial ?YES....and you need a distributor...sorry.
1) Strut Assembly
2) Strut Mounts
3) Motor Mounts
4) Flat Belts
5) Valve Cover Gasket, cover, outer
6) Valve Cover Gasket, spark plug, inner
7) flat P/S flush
8) flat tranny flush
9) flat coolant flush
10) axle shaft seals
In all repairs worth 1900 $ including labour. I understand the motor mounts and struts .. but are other things required. how crucial are they. This might be a little bit silly as you havent seen the car, but still any suggestions.
The biggest cost in all is motor mounts. It costs about 900 including labour. They have never been changed in 120k. The car does vibrate a bit due to that, but if i dont change them what will be the effects ?
Looking forward to your help.Nissan altima repairs .. How crucial ?Nissans are good cars, if you do go through with the repairs, the car will probably last you a very long time. But, imports, as you know, are incredibly expensive to repair when something does go wrong.
I'm no mechanic, but the coolant flush is not necessary. You should not get the tranny flushed either, unless you notice significant problems in shifting.
I really don't know about the rest. I'd say for that year and that kind of mileage, you are probably getting a good deal buy paying $2800 for the car and getting the repairs done on top of that. Having said that, I would probably do it, but also be prepared to drive the car into the ground, because if you decide to sell it, you will not get out of it what you put into it, as far as a sale price goes.
If this is really causing you to struggle with a decision, I would not hesitate to take it somewhere else for a second (or even third) opinion. You will surely find out if you are getting scammed or not. If you happen to decide to follow through with all of the recommended repairs, it's not like you have to get everything done at once either. Nothing on that list is incredibly pressing, but I guess it's importance depends on what you intend to use the vehicle for. Example, do you need it for work, or just to get back and forth to work?Nissan altima repairs .. How crucial ?car has way too much mileage and problems, dont get it it will give u probs in the future even though its a nissanNissan altima repairs .. How crucial ?Too many problems.....Take your money and put it down on a new carNissan altima repairs .. How crucial ?YES....and you need a distributor...sorry.
How much would a mechanic charge....?
i am going to change some spark wires, valve cover gasket and spark plugs. I was wondering what a machanic would charge to change all of this. a ball park figure. I changed a guys timing belt and valves for 250 and i was told i did that super cheap. I know engines just really dont know what to charge people. Just something fun to do on my spare time but want to be really cheap but also make it worth my whileHow much would a mechanic charge....?you had better be careful as an unlicensed and unqualified mechanic you could be liable if a car fails or crashes due to your work especially on things like timing belts or brake systems you will not be able to get insuranceHow much would a mechanic charge....?for a union mechanic, 750 or more. for a regular person 250 is a good price for all.How much would a mechanic charge....?depends on car..year/make/model.....older cars 50-75 newr up to 250...
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