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Replying to: jhowdy (Nov 19, 2009 11:53 am) A couple of folks found a leak in the overflow tank.....cracked. Other things discussed. A faulty radiator cap. Little overlooked things can cause big problems. I just hope you find a simpler and less expensive fix. I |
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Replying to: jhowdy (Nov 19, 2009 12:09 pm) There are washable and easily removable seat covers, but they are only as good as the fit and effectiveness of the adjustment mechanisms, usually the expandable corners and draw strings. Cheapos......don't waste your time, money, or patience on them. They are as ineffective as the blankets. Get your dog's nails shortened by a professional groomer. Then keep them short and blunt. You should not be able to hear your dog walking on a hard floor around the house. If the groomer cannot get them short enough because of the location of the nail quick (from being too long), have the vet put the dog out and shorten them, very short. Then keep them short. We do our dogs' nails at least once a week. We use a Dremmel tool and grind them. Fast. Accurate. And good for keeping the edges blunt. If you think all of this is a lot of wasted money, you may find that your dog's natural gait has been altered by the longer nails, and this will show up later while you are writing checks at the vet's office when the dog's hips and other leg joints start acting up due to stress caused by the unnatural gait, even if it is ever so slight and not noticeable to the normal person. Your floors and rugs and couches will last a lot longer and look newer to boot. Wal-Mart and Target and similar discount places sell collapsible fabric (washable/wipeable) dog crates that fold up and fit in a bag. These can be far less expensive than hitting a pet supply store that charges 2 or 3 times more for essentially the same thing. Some collapsible dog crates zipper on the end for ingress and egress. Some also zipper on the side. And some zipper on top as well. The collapsible dog crate would keep the dog's nails and slobber in check. It is also the safest way to travel with your dog in your car. I figured I didn't need 200 pounds of dogs flying around the inside of the car if I hit something or something hit me. Saves on vet bills too because dog injuries are reduced in the event of a collision. Finally, you can fit these dog crates in the back seat collapsed and then open them up. There isn't a lot of width and height clearance in the back of the Aurora for the non-collapsible dog crates.
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Replying to: pscheid (Nov 19, 2009 2:49 pm)  Again, I thank you for your input, great idea, the collapsible crate. I have a Blue Heeler, he's always wired, bossy, doesn't like you to touch anything of his, lol, especially his feet. I have the rotary nail file but don't have much luck holding him, using the tool and keeping my fingers! All this said, I love him dearly and wouldn't trade him for any other dog, so I'll check out the crate and he can stand in it while attempting to chase a passing car instead of cutting up my Aurora back seat. Thanks for the advise re. his nails and possible future problems.
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| Our 2001 Aurora started running hot about a month ago. We put in a new thermostat with no luck. Took to a garage and had a pressure check but everything was fine. Mechanic said to get a new radiator cap and that water pump seemed to be working fine b/c it wasn't overheating just sitting there. It was after driving about 30 minutes. No matter what traffic- stop and go or driving on highway 50-65 mph. The mechanic said that he's had about 3-4 cadillac cars and engines that had overheated just a little and messed up the engine. He did another pressure test but showed no leaks, didn't blow out through engine, and doesn't leak from tailpipe. Car still overheats fast and needs a long time to cool off. We've flushed radiator, refilled with fresh and water, put stop leak in it, changed oil. Had a starter problem last month and had to replace. This month the alternator went out and now it's also saying to use headlights on DIC panel although it's very bright out and in an open area without shadows. This engine has over 215000 miles on it and not sure if I want to put more $ into it. Owe 9 more payments of 150. Help!!!! The kids need it for college. | |
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Replying to: ambercococleo (Nov 20, 2009 10:18 pm)
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Replying to: jhowdy (Nov 19, 2009 11:53 am) 
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Replying to: txshadow12 (Nov 21, 2009 6:44 am)
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Replying to: ambercococleo (Nov 21, 2009 7:17 pm) One sure-fire method is to pressurize the system and then remove the spark plugs while the system is under pressure, and look for drops of coolant on the plugs, or using a scope, inside the cylinder. It's a LOT of miles----the engine, and the car, owe you nothing at this point. |
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Replying to: jhowdy (Nov 19, 2009 6:05 pm) The control person can use 'to die for" food to distract the pup while the other is working on the nails. Start out by doing only one or two nails each day for a few weeks. Use a muzzle initially or until the pup reaches the conclusion that resistance and tantrums don't work. Eventually it can become a one person job and some dogs go from going ballistic nail trimming time to taking a nap during the process. |
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Replying to: txshadow12 (Nov 21, 2009 6:44 am) Most have stripped them out when removing. It sounds like you got lucky and maybe would not have had the problem if you used anti-seize and some engines require new head bolts when assemblying. |
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