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I did something similar on mine that worked well. Instead of drilling through the latch, I used epoxy to attach a piece of wire coat hanger to the bottom of the latch. When that breaks, I will try your method, but instead of drilling all the way through, I am going to try using two shorter...

1980 Dodge Colt. Cost all of $60.

It seems to be a pretty clean cut between the two pieces from the Boston Globe & masscops pics. It even looks like a clean cut of the drive shaft. I wonder how much of the cutting in 2 was done by the crash and how much was done by rescuers.

I see at least a half dozen every day on my commute in Orlando and usually more. Once, at a stoplight, an LS pulled up next to me. I had my window down, and the guy asks for directions. Since I was heading the same way, I just responded "follow me". I am not sure if I would have done the...

I generally let the dealer change my oil every 5k. For the $30 (out the door) I can't afford to by the oil and filter at my local parts store. Plus while they are doing it, I can browse LVC in their waiting room, while eating their doughnuts and drinking their coffee instead of spilling oil in...

I don't think of it as removing the engine from the bottom. I consider it removing the car from the top. :D

I get the service parking brake light about every 2-2.5 years. I bought an Advance Auto Parts battery with 36 month free replacement several years ago. Whenever the light comes on, I go to Advance, they load test the battery, and install a new one at no charge. Not sure if it is my local...

I was under the hood of my 03 V8 a few days ago. All 8 coils and plugs have been changed under the campaign by my local Ford dealer. I noticed that the dealer did the same thing and left out a couple of bolts too. (shrug) They sent me a coupon for a $9.99 oil change, so I am going to request...

Still no squeaks. Yippee!

I had a similar issue. Cleaning the ground cable connection at the starter bolt fixed it for me.

I have a set of four OEM '02 five spokes with Khumo tires (50% tread left). These are painted silver, not chrome. Some curb rash around the edges. Typical of 9-year old rims. If anyone in the central FL area wants them, I would part with them for $300. Local pick up only. I don't have the...

I had a similar problem with my 03 V8. It was caused by two issues. First I had some blockage somewhere in the engine. I concluded that I must have some blockage somewhere because it would overheat at stoplights, city driving etc. In addition, the problem started shortly after a can of bars...

Poles were made for hot chicks to swing around while scantily clad.

Black Friday: www.advanceautoparts.com 20% off online order and a coupon for $50 off a future $100 order. I order a new left and right calipers for $59 each ($47.20 after discount). Calipers arrived Tuesday. To my surprise, the mounting brackets and all hardware is included. Installed...

Check my original post. Noise has nothing to do with pad/disc squeal.

New hardware, CRC disc brake quiet on pads, hardware, between shims. Squeak disappears for 5 stops and returns. WTF? Anyone have a suggestion?

I had an acquaintance rear-end a police car that was well off the side of the road with all lights flashing. Apparently it is difficult to drive with an alcohol level of 0.28...

My suggestion is that since she was at fault and she (or her insurance) will be paying for the damage. If you have a reputable body shop in mind, have it towed there and have the shop deal with it. If the body shop can't or doesn't do the electrical repairs, they will have the car shipped to...

I have often wondered how there can be gunk buildup in the fuel system since every oil company's ads say that their fuel removes gunk. If everyone's fuel removes gunk, how can there be any in the first place? Perhaps crappy gas from "Billy-Bob's Cheap 'n Old Gas Company". However, why would...

Not sure about the V-6, but with the V-8, the de-energized position is full hot. So it would seem that during the summer, the valve would still be moving.