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I have a 2001 Olsmobile Alero 3.4 V6. The heater only blows hot air when under acceleration or cruising at highway speed.

I have a 2001 Olsmobile Alero 3.4 V6. The heater only blows hot air when under acceleration or cruising at highway speed. Coolant is full and circulating, and there are no problems with engine temperature. The thermostat was recently replaced because the previous owner took it out for some reason. Now the engine is at the correct operating temperature but the heat is sporadic. Suggestions? Could this be a symptom of a heater valve failing? Possible clogged (or clogging) heater core? Why would it only work sometimes?

Do you use thick or thin oil in the winter?

Do you use thick or thin oil in the winter?

My 1993 Ford F150 2×4 has play in the steering wheel. I know that the Older fords can have the steering gear adjusted with a certain tool. Do the 1993-1996 models have the same adjustment?

My 1993 Ford F150 2×4 has play in the steering wheel. I know that the Older fords can have the steering gear adjusted with a certain tool. Do the 1993-1996 models have the same adjustment?

I have a 1989 carb/man Honda Accord that throttle surges up to 2,000 and then back to almost stall while sitting still. Does this most of the time and when it doesnt it runs a little rough but no lack of power.

I have a 1989 carb/man Honda Accord that throttle surges up to 2,000 and then back to almost stall while sitting still. Does this most of the time and when it doesnt it runs a little rough but no lack of power.

My vehicle’s rear brakes are dragging only when system is at operating temp and when I start to turn the steering wheel. It won’t do it going straight; only while turning.

My vehicle’s rear brakes are dragging only when system is at operating temp and when I start to turn the steering wheel. It won’t do it going straight; only while turning. I have already replaced all four brakes and rotors, plus calipers. What can cause this?

Who made the first OHV V8 engine?

A. Olds Rocket 88, circa 1949 according to Wikipedia. —Jim O’Neill – Chino Autotech Inc., Auto Club SoCal AAR

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