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Newsgroups: rec.autos
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Date: 16 Apr 92 17:58:39 GMT
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Newsgroups: rec.autos,rec.autos.vw
From: twong@civil.ubc.ca (Thomas Wong)
Subject: Re: Experience purchasing 1992 VW GTI 16v (long)
Organization: Dept. of Civil Engineering, U.B.C., Vancouver, B.C., Canada
Date: Tue, 7 Apr 1992 23:50:54 GMT

In article <6APR199208331241@vx.acs.umn.edu> ae01045 writes:
>In article <1992Apr5.232338.25432@rdr.com>, randy%rdr.com@uu.psi.com (Randy Tidd) writes...
>> 
>>I bought a 1992 VW GTI 16v on 2-8-92 and thought I'd post my experieces  
>[ stuff deleted ]
>> 
>>When I got home I noticed a squeak when I turned the wheel sharp (I missed  
>>it during the test drive cuz I didn't park it anywhere tight).  I also  
>[stuff deleted]
>> 
>>Later I figured out the squeak was the power steering belt; took it in on  
>>2-25 right before work (8:30am), I was out of there by 9:10am.  Nice!  No  
>>charge.
>> 
>>The same speaker started getting intermittent bursts of static, and the  
>>car pulled to the left slightly on the highway.  Also the coolant idiot  
>[stuff deleted]
>>for the alignment, they didn't notice anything except that the tire  
>>pressures were off (28, 30, 35, and 40 psi) and fixed that.  They also  
>>noticed a rattle in the back right panel (which I hadn't noticed, probably  
>>due to the Heidelburg stereo :-)) and they fixed that.  However, as for  
>[stuff deleted]
>>Randy Tidd
>>randy@rdr.com
>
>I was very surprised to hear about this kind of experience with a GTI.
>I bought a 8v last year and had the same problem. The power steering
>belt and the squeeks were no problem. They fixed it. The problem that
>they couldn't fix was the pulling to a side. This latter problem
>comes from the tires. They switched sides and it pulled to the other
>side. Then they switched the tires around until the pulling was bearable.
>
>In one year I had to pay only the oil change at 7500 miles (they charged
>only 21.65$). I did one at 3400 on my own. Unfortunately I had to fix
>also the front spoiler for 14$. It's very low and I hit it on a curb.
>
>All in all I am quite happy with it even though I spend some time
>at the dealer to get little things fixed (moldings). The engine runs
>fine but the finishing of the body is quite horrible. I wonder if that
>is due to the mexican assembly line.
>
When I was looking for a new car and I posted my questions about VW
here in rec.autos and rec.autos.vw, I was told that the quality of VW
went down the tubes ever since North American VWs are assembled in Mexico.
The parts are the same but the quality went down a lot. People had
squeaks and misc things falling off, and leaks....etc. I like these
German cars but unless we can get them straight from Germany again
as opposed to Mexico, I'd steer away from them. Personal opinion only.
From: dean@cbmvax.commodore.com (Jeff Dean - LSI Test)
Newsgroups: rec.autos
Subject: Re: Tire fixing help
Date: 16 Apr 92 12:24:38 GMT
Reply-To: dean@cbmvax.commodore.com (Jeff Dean - LSI Test)
Organization: Commodore, West Chester, PA

In article <1992Apr15.175756.18064@osf.org> kev@osf.org (Kevin Till) writes:
>Hi,
>	My girlfriend drove my Honda Accord and hit the curb. The wall of a
>front tire was damaged with a hole of about 1/4 inch hole(only the outside wall). Now the tire is leaking very very slowly. Is there anyway I can fix the tire without replacing it? (it's only six-month old)
>	Thanks!

Get rid of it!  The few bucks required to replace it are nothing compared
to the safety hazard your're driving on now.  You don't want a high-speed
blowout to ruin your whole day!

jd



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From: pjh@mccc.edu (Pete Holsberg)
Newsgroups: rec.autos
Subject: Re: Passing cars on the right...why?
Date: 14 Apr 92 22:19:25 GMT
Distribution: usa
Organization: The College On The Other Side Of Route One

In article <1992Apr13.183843.19087@icf.hrb.com> jek@icf.hrb.com (Joe Karolchik) writes:
=>>In article <1992Apr10.170843.12410@cbnewsi.cb.att.com> acura@cbnewsi.cb.att.com (james.r.feeney) writes:
=>>>I travel the major highways here in N.J. (Gareden State Pkwy, Turnpike, I-287)
=>>>quite often and I've noticed that on 3-lane roads, people seem to prefer 
=>>>passing on the right instead of the left. 
=
=Isn't passing on the right illegal in NJ?  I seem to remember being on the
=GSP once and having a cop in the far left lane travel 50 mph.  Noone was
=passing and when I asked why, a passenger said she thought it was illegal to
=pass on the right in NJ.  

It is. And so is driving faster than 55 MPH on those major highways.
However, ...

Pete
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From: little_re@lrc.edu
Newsgroups: rec.autos
Subject: Re: Long Live the Mustang
Date: 16 Apr 92 13:47:57 GMT
Distribution: na
Organization: Lenoir-Rhyne College, Hickory, NC

>>>Ok, the '93 Cobra Mustang (5000 produced) will have...

    ** lots of stuff deleted **

  In the new Automobile magazine (I rarely read it) there is an article
about the new cars.  They mention the '93 Cobra and new F-150 that will
tromp the Chevy SS-454.  Both vehicles are from the Ford SVT team.  It
seems like they are doing a better job than Ford's SVO team did.  The SVO
Mustang was a good concept, just not at that time!  The Cobra Mustang 
should be better!!  It's going to be a good year!!!

>>Fortunately for me, I can put *all* that stuff on mine with aftermarket
>>parts, and perhaps do a slightly better job of it.  :-)

    And probably be cheaper!!!  The Cobra will probably be $25,000 or more!


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Newsgroups: rec.autos

 henry@netlink.cts.com (Henry Sevilla) writes:

>   Hello... here's my situation. If I am re-installing a timing chain that
>grasps the crank, cam and oil-pump/distributor sprockets, and has 
>a sprocket tensioner... If the pistons are TDC (1st and 6th cylinder), and 
>the cam is at TDC (just for safety reasons though, could some of you tell me 
>of things to look for to determine if the cam is at TDC?) regardless of 
>where the oil/dist sprocket was, should I go ahead and align the marks of it 
>to the crank sprocket like the book instructs? (this would turn the dist
>rotor about 180 degrees).
----------
What this procedure is about is ensuring that the crank, valves, and
distributor are all thinking about the same thing at the same time.

The crank turns twice for every revolution of cam and distributor, so
any piston goes to TDC twice for each power cycle.  Once is firing
position, and once is the end of the exhaust stroke.  Most manuals
give instructions for setting everything to the firing position of
cylinder #1.

  If piston #1 is at TDC, the cam lobes should be pointing
away from the lifters, so that the valves will be closed (both intake
and exhaust).  Also, the distributor rotor should be pointing toward
the contact for plug #1 in the distributor cap, so current can flow
for the spark.  These conditions are rough checks, and need to be
finely adjusted according to whatever timing marks are available on
your engine.

If, as you say, the distributor comes out 180 out from where
you think it should be, perhaps it's going to fire cylinder #6,
which you said is also at TDC.  Check the distributor rotor position
to see which spark plug will get the juice.  Whichever one it is,
those valves must be closed, and the compression stroke must just 
have been completed.

Oil pump timing is too complex for discussion in this medium (joke).

Mike Drayton
mdrayton@sr.hp.com

Newsgroups: rec.autos
From: sgccrjh@citec.oz.au (Robert Howlett)
Subject: Re: End of Golden Era at Honda
Organization: CITEC
Date: Tue, 14 Apr 1992 05:30:29 GMT

welty@cabot.balltown.cma.COM (richard welty) writes:
: In article <1992Apr8.110753.1471@citec.oz.au> sgccrjh@citec.oz.au (Robert Howlett) writes:
: >1986-1992 Prelude
: 
: >Innovative!  Four wheel steering proved to be a significant advance,
: >while the others were pushing 'gimmicks'.
: 
: i'm curious about your logic here; i'm familiar with tests which
: suggested the true effect of 4w steering was minimal.
: 

Well, this is just from personal experience, but 4ws impressed me with

1. Easier parking

2. Better handling in certain circumstances, mainly when rapidly
   changing direction, eg fast lange change or chicane type road.

just MHO.

: richard
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Newsgroups: rec.autos
From: barr@tramp.Colorado.EDU (BARR DOUG)
Subject: Warming up your car
Organization: University of Colorado, Boulder
Date: Tue, 14 Apr 1992 15:33:29 GMT

In article <64590084@hpl-opus.hpl.hp.com> knotts@hpl-opus.hpl.hp.com (Tom Knotts) writes:
>morning. His response was interesting. He said that he has rebuilt many
>engines for many makes of cars. He has noticed in the past that there
>was often excessive cylinder wear in engines whose owners claimed that
>they let the car warm up before using it. His theory is that one should
>drive the car immediately, because it will warm up to normal operating
>temperatures more quickly, minimizing the wear that naturally occurs
>when a car runs cold. Does anyone agree or disagree with this?
>
>Tom

The ideal way to warm up a car is to put as few revolutions on the car as
possible while still warming it up. The best way to do this would be to
climb a hill in high gear at about 2000 rpm, under full throttle (essentially
lugging the engine slightly). This would warm it up the quickest. BTW , the
wear caused by warming up a car can be reduced by installing and using an
engine heater. (It also gives quick heater response on cold mornings).
From: cha@csgo.usc.edu (Seungho Cha)
Newsgroups: rec.autos
Subject: Slick-50
Date: 17 Apr 1992 10:24:31 -0700
Organization: University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
Distribution: usa
NNTP-Posting-Host: csgo.usc.edu

I know that this subject was discussed before.
But I didn't know what this is at that time, and
I didn't read the articles.

Could any kind soul send me or post pros and cons of Slick-50?
Thanks a lot.

- Seungho
From: pino@gammow.berkeley.edu (Jose L. Pino)
Newsgroups: rec.autos
Subject: FOR SALE:  1986 VW Jetta
Date: 10 Apr 92 20:43:24 GMT
Distribution: ba
Organization: U.C. Berkeley -- ERL
NNTP-Posting-Host: gammow.berkeley.edu

FOR SALE:  86 VW 2 door Jetta
	*  62000 miles
	*  white, grey interior
	*  new shocks, brakes, tires, muffler
	*  transferable extended warranty expires 9/92 or 75k miles
	*  $5000

Call: 	Jose Pino (510) 843-7837
		  (510) 643-5883
Email:	pino@ohm.Berkeley.EDU
From: ganapath@tahoe.qualcomm.com (Chinnappa Ganapathy)
Newsgroups: rec.autos
Subject: Engine Braking - what causes it?
Date: 6 Apr 92 21:09:56 GMT
Article-I.D.: qualcomm.1992Apr6.210956.19514
Organization: Qualcomm, Inc., San Diego, CA
Originator: ganapath@tahoe.qualcomm.com

What causes engine braking?  I'm sure there are a number of factors
including friction and de-compression.  What else?  Also, to what extent
do the different factors affect engine braking?  e.g. Will better
lubrication decrease engine braking?  How much?

Chinna
P.S. If you want to discuss the virtues or horrors of engine braking,
please change the subject line.
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Newsgroups: rec.autos,rec.autos.driving,rec.autos.tech
From: mbrown@convex.com (Mark Brown)
Subject: Re: Choosing a radar detector
Organization: CONVEX Computer Corporation, Richardson, Tx., USA
Date: Tue, 7 Apr 1992 16:36:43 GMT
X-Disclaimer: This message was written by a user at CONVEX Computer
              Corp. The opinions expressed are those of the user and
              not necessarily those of CONVEX.

The city of Dallas recently deployed two laser speed guns. Enjoy your
radar detectors while you can!
From: gaw30@ccc.amdahl.com (Greg A Worth)
Newsgroups: rec.autos
Subject: Kit Cars in Carlisle?
Date: 15 Apr 92 23:48:58 GMT
Reply-To: gaw30@juts.ccc.amdahl.com (Greg Worth  gaw32@amail.amdahl.com)
Distribution: na
Organization: Amdahl Corporation, Sunnyvale CA

CARLISLE 1992 IMPORT & KIT/REPLICAR NATIONALS

Carlisle Productions in south-central Pennsylvania, recently 
announced the addition of Kit Cars to its 1992 show May 15-17 
with the already established Import show.

Kit cars, and many of the cars they were patterned after, 
will merge to form an exciting three-day event. With over 833 
vendor and car corral spaces, the event draws a spectator 
gate of over 9,000, and well over 300 import cars were 
displayed on the show field in 1991. Now in 1992, the Kit 
Cars will share the May 15-17 date with the already 
established import show.

Designated by Carlisle Productions as the Import & 
Kit/Replicar Nationals, this event will provide Kit Cars with 
their own show field, manufacturing and vending areas. A $4 
gate admission will be charged each day, but each show 
vehicle registering in advance of the May first cut-off date 
will receive free vehicle admission, and free admission for 
two passengers. Vehicles not preregistered will be admitted 
to the show field during the event, but will be required to 
pay admission price. Goodie bags with dash plaques will be 
distributed to all show vehicles.

Kit car manufacturers scheduled to attend at press time 
included Rotus Ltd., Indykar, A/C Specialty Inc., ERA Replica 
Automobiles and Contemporary Classic Motor Car Company


There are sure to be more as the event gains momentum.

CP has planned a full weekend of activities for those 
attending. Friday evening drag racing at the nearby South 
Mountain 1/8-mile drag strip, plus a radio-control 
competition, a drive-in movie, and seminars will be included 
at the fairground's facility. The event facility includes 
on-grounds camping, parking, showers, food concessions, 
around-the-clock security, and indoor as well as outdoor 
exhibit space. CP's plan is to provide prospective buyers 
easy access to the manufacturers, and to provide one location 
to shop, compare and experience first-hand the fine quality 
and craftsmanship going into the production of these special 
vehicles.

The seminars will be geared towards the buyer. The goal of 
the seminars is to educate enthusiasts as to what is 
available, whether they are looking for a replica Cobra, an 
inexpensive sporty fun vehicle, or a totally exotic kit that 
is both affordable and driveable. CP's goal is to create a 
three-day event providing the buyer with a "shopping mall" 
filled with manufacturers, and a show field for the owners 
and clubs to gather and display their vehicles.

A very special reason to attend is the Kit Car give-away. On 
Sunday, May 17th at 3:30 p.m., some lucky person will win a 
Beck 550 Spyder replicar. What a spectacular way to close 
three days full of fun. You must be present to win, so mark 
your calendar for May 15-17. We'll see you
there!
Newsgroups: rec.autos
From: perl@sf180.PacBell.COM (Richard Perlman)
Subject: Re: Ford Explorer
Organization: Pacific Bell - Financial Management
Distribution: na
Date: Tue, 14 Apr 1992 23:54:24 GMT

In article <1992Apr14.215245.7441@julian.uwo.ca> TX_WAYNE@rrivax.rri.uwo.ca (Wayne Johnson) writes:
>
>I have a '92 2wd Eddie Bauer.  It's got the Ford/JBL sound system in it
>and the tape player is screwed up with it, too.  It Won't reverse or rewind.

'92 XLT, same radio, same problem.  When playing side two it
constantly reverses to side one.  BUT, at the end of side one it
won't play side 2.  We havn't taken it in yet, only 2k miles.

Richard
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From: jialin@dogwood.botany.uga.edu (Jialin)
Newsgroups: rec.autos
Subject: Re: Replacement Wheel recomendations
Date: 8 Apr 92 21:15:47 GMT
Organization: Botany Department - U of Georgia, Athens

In article <1992Apr8.002645.19031@socrates.umd.edu> nick@socrates.umd.edu (Nick Lemberos (staff)) writes:
>Anyone like to comment/recommend any aftermarket alloys?  The brands
>I have seen (BBS, Fitti, MSW, ARE) all vary in price and im not sure
>what to look for in a 14" wheel.  
>
>I would like something strong, non-flashy, good looking and around 
>$100-150.

I don't have any recommendation, just a question. I often see
some junk yards sell nice wheels. Last time I saw a set(4) of new
300zx wheels for $300. My question is how do I know if these wheels
are good(round, no crack, etc.)?  There is no testing equipment
in a junk yard, and they are usually non-refundable. I guess these
new wheels are come from crashed new cars. 

Thanks for any info.
From: carl@Cayman.COM (Carl Heinzl)
Newsgroups: rec.autos
Subject: Re: photo radar
Date: 10 Apr 92 15:49:49 GMT
Distribution: usa
Organization: Cayman Systems Inc., Cambridge, MA
In-reply-to: lstowell@pyrnova.pyramid.com's message of 9 Apr 92 19:54:35 GMT
bcc: carl


>>Is that really the case?  I mean, it makes it a CRIMINAL offense?!?
>>Does that mean if I request a jury trial for a speeding offense (a
>>civil offense, NOT criminal), and I lose the trial, I have a
>>*CRIMINAL* offense on my head???  Any lawyers out there?
>>
>   No.  And in some states you CAN'T request a jury trial for a 
>   ordinary traffic offense.  

>   But I'm not a lawyer....I have SOME morals left.

Having posted the original message (which wasn't even included
above)....  I believe that if the *potential* worse case sentence for
a given infraction is a criminal conviction they you are guaranteed
the right to a trial by jury.  If the ticket is only considered a
civil infraction then different rules apply.

Here in MA, the tickets (at least used to) state something to the
effect that if you contest it, you're contesting it in *criminal*
court and as such you can demand a jury trial.  Kind of the, if you
question us we'll slap you down big time mentality.  Don't you just
love it when gov't acts like that...

-Carl-
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