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Definitions · « **Reply #660 on:** May 02, 2021, 10:04:29 PM »

Quote from: Definitions on April 29, 2021, 01:39:18 AM

Old corolla.
Completely stopped.
I don't think there's a difference.I turn the key the lights radio and ac turn on. But nothing happens. No turning over or any clicking noise.

I took out the starter, tested it by advanced auto it failed. I bought another one put it in and it's working again.

CountValentine · « **Reply #661 on:** May 02, 2021, 10:06:44 PM »

Quote from: Definitions on May 02, 2021, 10:04:29 PM

I took out the starter, tested it by advanced auto it failed. I bought another one put it in and it's working again.

Glad it worked out for you.

bhoaem · « **Reply #662 on:** May 06, 2021, 01:27:33 AM »

Anyone have experience with this issue? A 2001 Camry, the wipers only work on the high setting. And when turning it off it stops immediately without returning to resting position.
I tried googling it. Google says its cancer. Or the wiper motor or switch.
I checked the fuse, it seems to be good...

Definitions · « **Reply #663 on:** May 19, 2021, 10:54:52 AM »

https://voca.ro/1767gEknIND8

Any idea what that sound can be? The pulleys in the car are my prime suspect but not sure.

It has happened a few times recently. Happens when I'm accelerating. In this case I let go of the gas and tried again but it made that noise again so I stopped the car

myi · « **Reply #664 on:** May 19, 2021, 01:31:54 PM »

Quote from: Definitions on May 19, 2021, 10:54:52 AM

https://voca.ro/1767gEknIND8

Any idea what that sound can be? The pulleys in the car are my prime suspect but not sure.

It has happened a few times recently. Happens when I'm accelerating. In this case I let go of the gas and tried again but it made that noise again so I stopped the car

First of all it would help if you turn down the music when you're trying to record a sound.( Or at least it sounds like you're playing music).

And second of all where is there a drift track in Lakewood?
Sounds like your having a fun time in the car..

Definitions · « **Reply #665 on:** May 19, 2021, 02:04:28 PM »

Quote from: myi on May 19, 2021, 01:31:54 PM

First of all it would help if you turn down the music when you're trying to record a sound.( Or at least it sounds like you're playing music).

And second of all where is there a drift track in Lakewood?
Sounds like your having a fun time in the car..

It's a dashcam recording. I didn't plan to record it.
Drift track is here

It's got it's own little lake and stuff. All those ATVs and motorbikes driving around Lakewood head here. Location is classified

Just kidding the car is old

it makes noise and has bad sound dampening

CountValentine · « **Reply #666 on:** May 19, 2021, 05:06:39 PM »

Quote from: Definitions on May 19, 2021, 10:54:52 AM

Any idea what that sound can be? The pulleys in the car are my prime suspect but not sure.

Slipping belt, bad pulley bearing?

Definitions · « **Reply #667 on:** May 19, 2021, 09:31:36 PM »

Quote from: CountValentine on May 19, 2021, 05:06:39 PM

Slipping belt, bad pulley bearing?

Definitely makes sense my mechanic mentioned a while ago that the reason the engine is so loud to begin with is something to do with he pulley. I'm pretty sure he said the bearing.

Although I'm thinking now if it's a pulley bearing why does it seem to happen only when accelerating?

Definitions · « **Reply #668 on:** May 19, 2021, 09:33:25 PM »

Ha I just listened to the vocaroo audio. The quality is very bad. I'll see if I can reupload it

613Ari · « **Reply #669 on:** May 20, 2021, 09:24:28 AM »

Where can I go for good, cheap, road force balancing, wheel balancing, tire rotation, and wheel alignment in lakewood??

myi · « **Reply #670 on:** May 25, 2021, 11:22:29 PM »

Quote from: 613Ari on May 20, 2021, 09:24:28 AM

Where can I go for good, cheap, road force balancing, wheel balancing, tire rotation, and wheel alignment in lakewood??

Google Hunter, which is the company that makes the road force machines and see what they mention on the website.

As well unless you have low profile tires it's probably a waste of money, a simple balancing is all you need unless your tires and or front cv joints or suspension is messed up. As well it goes without saying, a proper wheel alignment is necessary.

myi · « **Reply #671 on:** June 21, 2021, 10:51:19 AM »

https://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=125411.msg2463271#msg2463271

Which one would you guys get? Meaning I want a bit better so not looking for the $50 one.

EliJelly · « **Reply #672 on:** July 08, 2021, 10:19:39 PM »

I want to buy tires at Walmart.com, what should I look at? Tire speed rating? Is their exclusive Douglas brand reliable?

myi · « **Reply #673 on:** July 09, 2021, 01:23:05 AM »

Quote from: EliJelly on July 08, 2021, 10:19:39 PM

I want to buy tires at Walmart.com, what should I look at? Tire speed rating? Is their exclusive Douglas brand reliable?

Something that's compatible with your car.

After installation and all, it might be worth it buying from Costco or BJ's, they usually have discounts and free installations.

EliJelly · « **Reply #674 on:** July 09, 2021, 01:33:21 AM »

Quote from: myi on July 09, 2021, 01:23:05 AM

Something that's compatible with your car.

After installation and all, it might be worth it buying from Costco or BJ's, they usually have discounts and free installations.

Of course I'm looking at my tire size. I can get a Douglas tire for about $80 delivered to my door, and my local tire shop will install it for $10 the most. I wonder if Costco/BJ's is even close to that. I understand they have a better brand so my question is how reliable is Douglas? It's a Walmart exclusive line by Goodyear and they have some cheap Goodyear tires too. Can I go wrong with buying cheaper tires?

myi · « **Reply #675 on:** July 09, 2021, 01:34:32 AM »

Quote from: EliJelly on July 09, 2021, 01:33:21 AM

Of course I'm looking at my tire size. I can get a Douglas tire for about $80 delivered to my door, and my local tire shop will install it for $10 the most. I wonder if Costco/BJ's is even close to that. I understand they have a better brand so my question is how reliable is Douglas? Its a Walmart exclusive line by Goodyear and the also have some cheap Goodyear tires too. Can I go wrong with buying cheaper tires?

Look at the reviews. Try searching that exact item and see the reveiw's online.

EliJelly · « **Reply #676 on:** July 09, 2021, 01:37:01 AM »

Quote from: myi on July 09, 2021, 01:34:32 AM

Look at the reviews. Try searching that exact item and see the reveiw's online.

Edited to add the link there. Thanks anyway.

davidd75 · « **Reply #677 on:** July 11, 2021, 03:56:35 PM »

Quote from: myi on July 09, 2021, 01:23:05 AM

Something that's compatible with your car.

After installation and all, it might be worth it buying from Costco or BJ's, they usually have discounts and free installations.

I thought so too but after pricing everything out I think you come out a lot better buying new tires at Walmart (cheapest approx 68)and having them installed.

with costco at least 4 new tires with installation comes out I think at least 450-500 easy

davidd75 · « **Reply #678 on:** July 11, 2021, 03:59:59 PM »

Quote from: EliJelly on July 09, 2021, 01:33:21 AM

Of course I'm looking at my tire size. I can get a Douglas tire for about $80 delivered to my door, and my local tire shop will install it for $10 the most. I wonder if Costco/BJ's is even close to that. I understand they have a better brand so my question is how reliable is Douglas? It's a Walmart exclusive line by Goodyear and they have some cheap Goodyear tires too. Can I go wrong with buying cheaper tires?

$10 per tire wow never heard for that cheap.

where do they do it for $10?

monkey · « **Reply #679 on:** July 11, 2021, 06:14:42 PM »

In Lakewood I was charged $20/tire

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