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#51 of 527 jharold by jharold Jun 28, 1999 (6:38 pm)
Is there any way to find out the year of a chevy engine by the serial number on the block?
#52 of 527 jharold by pepe5 Jul 02, 1999 (12:20 am)
yes a letter of the serial number changes every year.
#53 of 527 by jharold Jul 07, 1999 (7:41 pm)
What year would this engine be? Serial number A910716fk (2.8 chevy.)
#54 of 527 95 Nissan service by shmang Jul 13, 1999 (2:16 am)
HI, guys: I have read all post here and it is great. Currently, I have a 95 Nissan ALtima GXE - auto, it just hit 40k mile, I am going to do a tune-up on it. ( I bought it used and there is no sign that the previous owner did any major work on it, maybe some inspection.) I checked with 2 local Nissan dealer, they suggested me to do a total job which include transmission, A/C , wheel alignment/balance, engine valve adjustment, and check brake..., but they also say they didn't see anything is wrong when I ask them if there anything wrong they noticed. The other local auto-shop just recommend me to do a transmission fluid change, check brake, fluid, change engin oil and some minor check. The price from Nissan dealer is around $400 and $85 from the auto-shop mechanic. I don't want to run the car with risk, but I don't really think a 95 Nissan need that much work? Can I get some valuable information from any one who has experience on Japenese car, especailly on Nissan? Any input will be appreciate! Thanks in advance.
#55 of 527 Just my opinion by billy9 Jul 14, 1999 (1:58 pm)
Fluids - YES, Brakes - YES, if your car has a timing belt change that when recommended, otherwise "if it aint broke don't fix it" - IMO
#56 of 527 by guitarzan Jul 14, 1999 (10:27 pm)
Pretty much agree with him. DO change the auto tranny fluid periodically, it will give it longer life. A/C what? Leak test? I don't know what a standard test is on the AC, but you can have a mechanic inspect it, to assure nothing is wrong. Early detection can prevent very expensive repairs. Alignment/rotation---sure, if the car pulls at all, or if the tires need to be swapped due to tread wear, have these things done. Valve adjust? Yes, I agree, have the tappets adjusted. If that second mechanic is a guy you trust, have him do these things for you. There is no reason to pay a dealer that much for basic inspections.
#57 of 527 by shmang Jul 18, 1999 (1:55 am)
Thanks for the informaion. I am going to change all the fluid. I am trying to change the tranny fluid myself, Is that pretty hard??? I also heard that there is a magnet inside that will hold metal dust weared out. Shall I also clean that/Is it hard to do? If I ask a mechanic to do that, will they clean that for me normally? Thanks in advance!!
#58 of 527 by gus Jul 18, 1999 (7:05 am)
The transmission pan needs to come off in order for the magnet to be cleaned (assuming its an automatic). If all you're doing is draining and refilling the transmission oil, you're not going to be able to clean the magnet(s). If you're really bent on cleaning the magnet(s), then have the mechanic service the transmission (this will include an oil change) instead of trying it yourself. If you personally try to pull off the transmission pan and put it back on, you may overtighten the gasket and cause oil to leak from the transmission. Stick to the simple stuff. If the transmission is a standard transmission, then the transmission drain plug should have a magnet on its end that captures metal particles. Manual transmissions have to be drained and filled from below, though, and filling may be difficult without the right tools..
#59 of 527 606zpx by 606zpx Jul 19, 1999 (8:53 pm)
I have a 94 Honda with 103K miles whose fuel guage has not read full after fill-up since 50K miles. Was told that it would cost significant $ when I took it to the dealer at that time. Have now found a TSB describing my problem to a "T". Should this now be covered cost free???
#60 of 527 Probably not by billy9 Jul 19, 1999 (9:39 pm)
Unless you are still covered by a bumper to bumper warranty, probably not. A TSB is only information used by the repair shops to communicate how to best fix a problem. A recall on the other hand would be fixed for free regardless of mileage.

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