I have a 2009 Nissan Navara 2.5 diesel and I am concerned about the stories I have read about these motors failing anywhere from 60,000 to 120,000 km. I have also read about the timing gear failing. Have you heard anything about this and if it's true what can I do to prevent it?

09 February 2012

What would be the safest towing load for my 2002 Nissan X-Trail auto 2.5, and what would be the best/safest towing set up?

09 February 2012

The motor in my 2007 Nissan Navara 2.5-litre turbo-diesel stutters or hesitates and makes a pinging noise when it's cold, but it's okay when it's warm. I have had it to two mechanics and they couldn't fix it. What's wrong?

09 February 2012

My Subaru Outback 2.5 EFI has developed a slow leak at the rear of the engine between the head and the block. I have had it pressure tested and that's the only place it's leaking from. It doesn't overheat and there are no bubbles in the radiator or water in the oil. I have had the water pump checked, radiator hoses, radiator, and there are no leaks. I have had three independent reports by mechanics that say the same thing, to fix the problem it's necessary to pull the motor out and I have been quoted $2800 to $4800 to do it. It's only done 176,000 km and I am pretty pissed off at having a head gasket go at this low kilometres. Any suggestions for a fix?

09 February 2012

How can I improve the handling of my 2010 Nissan Maxima?

09 February 2012

Last year my 2004 Renault Megane Turbo Spots started to play up with a sorta miss in the engine when at a constant speed. It's not there on acceleration, only when cruising. I have had four mechanics check it, but none could find anything wrong. They changed the alternator and the exhaust sensor, the injectors were cleaned three times, new spark plugs were installed, had the vacuum test and the camera up the exhaust pipe. Don't know why they did that. One said it was a sticking exhaust valve, but that would cost $4000 and it might not fix it! I'm out of ideas. I don't want to get rid of it as I love it, I was also insulted with a car yard offering me $5000 for it. What can I do?

09 February 2012

I have a 1999 VT Series II 3.8-litre V6 that has done 217,000 km and I'm wondering if it would be suitable for converting the LPG? Currently I am traveling between 1000 and 1500 km per week. I have not had a problem with the vehicle and would prefer to not have to change it, unless the life expectancy or suitability for the conversion was a potential issue.

02 February 2012

My 2007 Ford Escape has a minor oil leak, and the local Ford dealer has told me that the sump gasket and timing cover oil seal need replacing. As the vehicle has only traveled 70,000 km is this unusual? He has quoted me a price of $2175 to fix it, which seems like a lot of money for a minor problem. Have I got any options other than pay this price?

02 February 2012

I have just had a quote to repair my AWD 2006 Ford Territory after the 'Shift Solenoid Failure Code' came up. A changeover automatic transmission was recommended at a cost of $7200! The car is only five years old and has only done 127,000 km, can that be right, it's only worth $15,000? What are my options?

02 February 2012

Where can I get my 2007 4-cylinder Toyota Camry converted to LPG, and how much should it cost?

02 February 2012