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PT CRUISER GRAB HANDLE by wschell
Jan 09, 2008 (9:57 am)
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I WANT T0 INSTALL A GRAB HANDLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD POST. I HAVE A 2007 TURBO CONVERTIBLE. WANT TO ATTACH THE GRAB HANDLE WITH TWO SCREWS. DOES ANYONE KNOW IF THERE IS ANYTHING INSIDE THE POST THAT WOULD BE DAMAGED.
 
THANKS, BILL
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GT Torque Steer is Gone! by duettom
Jan 15, 2008 (4:13 pm)
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I have a 2006 PT Cruiser GT Convertible with the 5 speed manual. During wide open throttle the car would have almost uncontrollable torque steer with the front end steering itself alternately to the right and left. I installed a Freedom Design Strut Tower Brace and am happy to report that the torque steer is almost totally gone.
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2008 PT Base - Cruise Control by weatherman1940
Apr 13, 2008 (12:38 pm)
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I just sold my 2003 PT (base) and it had both the factory deep tint and cruise control. Sad to see the LX didn't have tint or cruise. It will be tinted next week. The dealer (service and parts) said they can add the factory cruise for $425 (in NC). Some shops offer aftermarket units for about the same price, but they have a GM stalk type configuration.
 
Anyone here have cruise added to a 2007 or 2008? Also, anyone know the % tint that came from the factory on the back door windows and liftgate glass?
 
Any help is appreciated.
 
Mike
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PCM Reprogram/Hacking for Alcohol Optimization by geswho22
May 11, 2008 (8:24 am)
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I just paid off my '04 PT and I want to convert to burn alcohol (I don't want to pay $6 a gal like it will probably be this summer). If you've read Dave Blume's book Alcohol Can Be A Gas, you know modern EFI engines can run E85 unmodified. I am beginning experimentation with E85, but eventually I want to go 100% alcohol. I need to find either an aftermarket PCM that can be programmed via laptop, or software (possibly hacker) that can view and reprogram the PCM flash memory. Does anyone know anything about either of those? If so, please provide a link to a web site, or other info that could help me. I would much appreciate it. Thanks.
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Looking for a turbo by pt_nick
Jul 15, 2008 (9:54 pm)
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I am looking for a turbo for my '01 PT. Is there a way to make it a turbo without changing out the whole engine? I was reading about the two engines and it seems like the 2.4 turbo has more to it than just a bolt on turbo.
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Re: Looking for a turbo [pt_nick] by krony
Jul 25, 2008 (3:53 am)
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Replying to: pt_nick (Jul 15, 2008 9:54 pm)

There are aftermarket turbos available:
http://www.impactparts.com/PTcruiser/index.html?target=Turbo_Charger.html
http://www.jimsperformance.com/pt.html
 
and superchargers as well:
http://www.pt-tuning.com/performanceParts/superCharger_Whipple.html
http://www.revelenterprises.com/pt_cruiser_supercharger.htm
http://www.kennebell.net/superchargers/dodge/ptcruiser34/ptcruiser.htm
 
for the money though...you might want to research the cost of trading for a car with a turbo...or for about $500-600 you could put a nitrous kit on to add anywhere from 25-75hp.
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Rear Speakers by scott_a_ro
Aug 14, 2008 (6:25 am)
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Hello, I want to replace the back spekaers in my 2005 PT Cruiser Convertible. Do I have to take of the whole siding to get to the speakers or is there a way to get just the speaker grill off?
 
Thx
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Re: Improved gas mileage... [mdcruiser1] by strippednut
Aug 15, 2009 (1:55 pm)
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Replying to: mdcruiser1 (Dec 29, 2004 6:52 pm)

I did the same on my 2007 and believe it or not drove from New York to Chattanooga Tenn. with 3 people in the car and the cruise set on 65 when traffic allowed I got 30 mpg 2xs and it hovered around 27 to 28 the rest of the time. Great little car no back aches when going on trips. I installed Bosch Platinum +4 the vehicle definately has more power. Also I had the A/C on for some of the time.
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Looking at buying 07 PT Cruiser by wundurwoman
Aug 18, 2009 (5:50 pm)
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Replying to: strippednut (Aug 15, 2009 1:55 pm)

Hello!
My husband's Taurus died and we need a car. We have a St. Bernard and need room for him to come along in the car. We don't have a lot of money and a PT Cruiser seems to be one of the only options. I have read a lot of good but a TON of bad about this car. I just don't know what to do! We are looking at an '07 with 27K miles for just under $10000. We can purchase an extended warranty for up to 75000 miles. Is this a decent car? How does it handle in ice and snow? We live near Kansas City but we're from California so handling in the snow is important for me. I really would appreciate as much advice as people are willing to give. Thank you!
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Re: Looking at buying 07 PT Cruiser [wundurwoman] by jpf
Aug 19, 2009 (9:08 am)
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Replying to: wundurwoman (Aug 18, 2009 5:50 pm)

I bought an 07 convertible a few months ago. No problems and I really like the car. One thing regarding snow; the front end of the car is quite low to the ground, there isn't much clearance. If you get deep snow where you live, you may want to consider another car that has higher clearance. Good luck.

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