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#1057 of 1692 Re: Metro A/C Info [vanillalatte] by stan_top_down Jan 04, 2007 (4:37 pm)
Replying to: vanillalatte (Dec 31, 2006 4:53 am) Hi all -   I've got a '92 convertible 5-speed, and about 2 & a half years ago I put in an after-market AC (the car had never before had AC). I got it from an outfit in Phoenix.   Since I was going to have my local mechanic install the system (rather than driving to Phoenix from Amarillo, TX), they asked if my mechanic had the special crimping tool required. Mechanic said yes - so I bought the system & had it installed.   Installation was pretty involved, but, then, the mechanic had never done one before on a Metro. Once installed, it worked fine - then, about 6 months later, it quit - a leak. Happened again to a 2nd hose about 6 months after that. The second time I had the mechanic pull all the all the hoses & have them crimped - voila! No problems since.   In retrospect I should either have had the mechanic talk directly to the Phoenix firm, or I should have driven to Phoenix to let them install the system.   I am glad that I did it, though - now I can drive anywhere in the country at any time of the year at 38 mpg or better.
#1058 of 1692 I just... by kreuzer Jan 07, 2007 (10:26 am)
bought a '96 Geo Metro LSI with 76,000mi. So far, no problems - knock on wood. I was wondering if anyone could tell me how difficult it is to get parts for these cars when the time comes? I know they don't make this brand any longer and am a little worried about this. Please advise. Thank you. Replies to this message: pipeman (Apr 04, 2007 8:54 am) zuk07 (Jun 22, 2007 1:34 am) nico1005 (Jun 22, 2007 2:01 am) ggeeoo (Apr 07, 2007 2:08 pm)
#1059 of 1692 Worried about parts.... by vanillalatte Jan 07, 2007 (4:00 pm)
Relax, take a deep breath...let it out slowly. Parts are easy to come by, Ebay is here and there are people on the net willing to help out, like..here for instance. Almost all the parts are interchangeable with the Suzuki Swift and/or Pontiac Firefly in Canada. Not really 100% sure but I think that the Firefly was made until your year... Nevertheless, don't worry. My advice, if you just bought your Geo, have the brake fluid flushed and refill with new, this fluid retains the humidity and you may lose braking power.... change your spark plugs, distributor cap and rotor along with the cables. And enjoy your ride. If something happens, parts are plentiful. Replies to this message: kreuzer (Jan 08, 2007 7:08 am)
#1060 of 1692 Re: Worried about parts.... [vanillalatte] by kreuzer Jan 08, 2007 (7:08 am)
Replying to: vanillalatte (Jan 07, 2007 4:00 pm) Thanks, vanillalatte, that's great to know. I was wrong about the miles I reported. It has 67,000mi. not 76,000. Since I'm here maybe you or someone else out there can tell me if there is any way I can tell if the timing belt has been changed? I'm the third owner and do not have contact with the original owners. The lot which I purchased it from doesn't know. Can you advise? Thanks very much!
#1061 of 1692 Parts... by vanillalatte Jan 08, 2007 (7:20 am)
Does it have cracks in it? For peace of mind have a mechanic look at it.   Don't go to sleep with your head full of horror stories. Some of these are propagated by jealous friends or car haters. I would be more concerned by the state of the tires, the brake fluid and the alignment. Then you move to suspension and other tidbits, until you know the age of each component. A second hand car is something that grows on you. If you liked it the first hour, you will enjoy it up to the time that you dispose of it. Have fun with your (for you) new car. Replies to this message: kreuzer (Jan 08, 2007 8:49 am)
#1062 of 1692 Re: Parts... [vanillalatte] by kreuzer Jan 08, 2007 (8:49 am)
Replying to: vanillalatte (Jan 08, 2007 7:20 am) Thanks again for your reply. I'll make sure I check those items out and have my mechanic look at the timing belt, too.
#1063 of 1692 Wheres the Check Switch?? by numbutt1 Jan 10, 2007 (8:19 am)
I'm trying to time a 1.0L from 94 metro. They say to short out the check switch( sticker under hood ) what does this mean and where? Or what other tips may I need to get her running right again??
#1064 of 1692 Re: Squealing belts anyone???? [dangerdude] by roguerambler Jan 10, 2007 (9:10 am)
Replying to: dangerdude (Nov 21, 2006 8:01 am) Hey dangerdude, If you don't have a splashguard on the pasanger side then you will never get the squealing to stop. Without it, water gets on the belts. Replies to this message: dangerdude (Jan 11, 2007 4:25 am) vanillalatte (Jan 11, 2007 4:33 am) dangerdude (Jan 12, 2007 7:06 am) and 1 more...
#1065 of 1692 Bosch Platinums by roguerambler Jan 10, 2007 (9:16 am)
I have found out the hard way that the Bosch Platinums are no good in the 3 cylinder. They just don't hold up. I've used them in every other car of mine (Ford, Dodge,Ramblers',and s10). I've used them for about ten years. However, I've had to change the head once because of them in the Geo and my sisters car died on the highway from them. I don't know if it is a heat problem or what. They just don't function properly. Replies to this message: vanillalatte (Jan 10, 2007 9:25 am)
#1066 of 1692 Re: Bosch Platinums [roguerambler] by vanillalatte Jan 10, 2007 (9:25 am)
Replying to: roguerambler (Jan 10, 2007 9:16 am) Well roguerambler, the correct plug is: NGK V-Power BPR6EY-11 Those are the numbers. I just looked at my tatoo.

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