On the old car blog we focus on automobiles that are 10 to 20 years old. These soldiers of the working class help us get to work and take our kids to school every day.
Unfortunately, the quality of these automobiles fresh off the assembly line was somewhat questionable. I performed dealership level warranty repairs on these cars from the 80s, 90s and most of the 2000 decade.
I've seen firsthand that even when these units were brand spanking new they could be a basket full of problems. Add in the ravages of time and high mileage and I think it’s safe to say these cars will most likely be troublesome to the day they wind up at the local junkyard.
Automotive computers continued to evolve quickly through this two decade period of time. Not only did the computer communication speeds increase the quality of the automotive sensors they connected to also improve with every passing year.
Below you'll find articles outlining specific problems and solutions that plague these aging forms of transportation. The old car blog also includes an RSS feed that helps you monitor when new posts are created. Although this real simple syndication seems to be a thing of the past, we still find some value in it.
In fact, since it's an old-school method of communication it seems to fit in perfectly with our old-school rides. Tell your friends that you just subscribed to The Old Car Blog RSS feed and they might think you have timed warped a decade back into the past.
Compare the Infiniti Q versus the Red Sport edition. Mechanic and Q owner provides detailed opinions. See if the Red Sport edition is worth the extra $15k.
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Learn about Infiniti Q50 problems covered under warranty. We discuss some of the most common problems and talk about the limited warranty on these failures.
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Discover five things your Q50 needs now or in the near future. If it's the first Q from 2013 or a new one, the car hasn't changed much and requires similar repairs.
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Ford Triton timing chain problems remain a common issue on trucks built from 1997 through 2013. Learn about the repairs and symptoms that point to a timing chain problem.
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Can you rebuild a carburetor yourself? Review common internal carburetor problems, the overhaul procedure and how to make bench adjustments.
Continue reading "Should You Rebuild a Carburetor Instead of Replacing It"
Review the top five cheap cars that look expensive. These luxury rides have timeless style and high performance at bargain basement prices. Think you can’t afford luxury and performance? Think again.
The Chevrolet truck ignition switch problem is different from lock cylinder issues. Review the difference between the need for a new ignition switch and the security problems associated with a bad lock cylinder. Find replacement parts and repair tips for both problems.
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Chevy engine oil pressure problems are on the rise. Erratic oil readings and check engine lights occur often. Symptoms include inoperative oil gauge and code P0521 engine oil pressure sensor malfunction. See how to replace the oil sensor and why it’s not the only problem.
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Solve the Vortec engine distributor problem. Review diagnostic and repair procedures for distributor issues on the popular Vortec engines.
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A common air conditioner problem is when the Freon leaks out. Learn how to find the leak. See if using car air conditioning stop leak works.
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Common Chevrolet brake switch problems cause issues with the cruise control. The cruise control light comes on but the system will not set or hold speed.
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Review the common causes of the reduced engine power warning message. The possible car repairs range from a loose ground to failure of the TPS and throttle actuator assembly.
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Review 5 maintenance items your car needs at 100k miles. An important list for those with high mileage cars and an unknown maintenance history.
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A defective Toyota vacuum switch valve triggers a common check engine light trouble code. Find out where they locate the part and how to test it.
Continue reading "The Toyota Vacuum Switch Valve is a Possible Cause of Emission Codes"
The Chevy V8 oil pan leak remains a common issue on 10-year-old Chevrolet trucks with over 100,000 miles. See how to diagnose, repair and get parts for the job.
Apparently the Honda harmonic balancer crankshaft pulley will not last as long as the reliable Honda engine. See symptoms and replacement tips for Honda pulleys.
Continue reading "Does Your Honda Harmonic Balancer Crankshaft Pulley Need Replacing?"
Chevy Colorado passlock problems remain a common issue on older trucks. Learn how to perform the reset procedure and replace the ignition lock cylinder.
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This strategy based electrical diagnosis guide helps solve automotive electrical problems. These basic methods solve both simple and complex issues.
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Review common problems with the Ford Mustang VVT Solenoid. Surging, sputtering and misfires at low idle. See the design issue causing increased failure rates.
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