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Re: Thermostat replacement [tlove002]
by thegraduate
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Jan 22, 2006 (1:46 pm)
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Replying to: tlove002 (Jan 22, 2006 12:13 pm)
Are you sure it is the thermostat? I thought my thermostat was broken, too, because it kept overheating when sitting still at lights, or driving up steep hills. I took it to the dealer, and they, too thought it was probably the thermostat. It turned out to be the main cooling fan motor (you know, the one that runs when the car is hot, sometimes even afer the car is shut off)had died after 140,000 miles. Cost me $240 including installation. Not bad, since the only other thing replaced on the car (other than maintence, that is) was a bad O2 sensor back in 2002. I'd check that out before I replaced the thermo. Good luck, tlove002!
BTW, I drive a '96 Accord LX 4-cyl Auto
thegrad
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Re: '95 V6 accord 4dsdn [mrhupmobile]
by jovatious
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Jan 23, 2006 (2:39 pm)
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Replying to: mrhupmobile (Jan 21, 2006 6:24 pm)
you had problems w/ your starter and I was wondering if it was also hard to turn the key once you inserted it into the ignition because know I do so whats the problem? please e-mail me back at jovan.james akanch.ang.af.mil thanks alot.
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Re: Wierd noise at 2,000 rpm [thegraduate]
by odysseyaccord
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Jan 23, 2006 (4:04 pm)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Jan 12, 2006 11:46 am)
I've had the exhaust pipe rubbing against the undercarriage before with similar symptoms. This was after an accident repair (got rear-ended). They re-fitted the pipes and the problem was gone (97 Accord SE)
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Re: my door lockes & my windows ahhh [why7]
by odysseyaccord
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Jan 23, 2006 (4:11 pm)
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Replying to: why7 (Jan 21, 2006 12:27 pm)
I have the exact same set of problems w/ my 97 Accord SE 4Dr. The lock makes this loud buzzing noise, but it works otherwise, so I'm not bothering to fix it.
The rubber lining on the driver's door is in fact catching on my door. My remedy to this is to not open the window all the way (a bit tricky at drive-through restaurants). I saw a suggestion to use silicon spray, so I'll try that.
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Re: my door lockes & my windows ahhh [why7]
by neeper_97
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Jan 23, 2006 (5:06 pm)
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Replying to: why7 (Jan 21, 2006 12:27 pm)
I had the same problem with my windows moving up and down slowly on my 97 Accord EX sedan. I took it to the Honda dealer and they sprayed silicon along the window tracks, ran the windows up and down a few times then wiped the area clean. This was 7 years ago and I haven't had a problem since. I also have a 97 LX sedan that I bought last year and it has just started the same problem. I will do the same thing with this one. As for tint, I would wait a few months and ensure that the window track is as clean as possible so you don't have your tint come off prematurely because of the lubricant. My EX also had the same loud buzzing/grinding noise on the front passenger door when I locked the car but worked fine. After I finally got tired and embarrassed by the noise I ordered the door lock actuator and replaced it in about 90 minutes. Problem fixed.
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Re: my door lockes & my windows ahhh [neeper_97]
by lastwraith
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Jan 24, 2006 (12:02 am)
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Replying to: neeper_97 (Jan 23, 2006 5:06 pm)
Yup, I believe Shin-etsu grease (silicon) is the preferred product to use on the window track. They come in a few different applicators, people can google it for some examples. On the VTEC forum and also from a Honda tech in the old accord forum this was what was recommended to ease window/sunroof sliding difficulties. It seems to stay in the applied area longer than some other "remedies".
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94 Honda Accord..safety concerns
by zultek
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Jan 24, 2006 (11:25 am)
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I have a 94 Honda Accord.. back brake shoes currently micrometer to .063", a mechanic here says they are sufficient to pass a safety for re-sale..but I am a little concerned .. also the LR brake cable is jammed, the 2 rear control arm bushings are weather worn and cracked with some play, there is a leak in the exhaust ring near the fuel tank, the upper right ball joint has play in it that can be wiggled by hand, and there is a small chip in the windshield on the driver's side, 2 marker lights are also burned out...
1. would you consider this vehicle safe for resale in this condition
2. what is this thickness of new factory brake shoe linings .. to me .063 doesn't seem to be very much.. what would be the expected life of these brakes (.063) at feeway speeds daily?
3. How much does it matter if there is play in 1 ball joint?
What would you consider this vehicle be worth on resale as is?? fixed?
More importantly ..Would you drive this vehicle as described?
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Re: 94 Honda Accord..safety concerns [zultek]
by thegraduate
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Jan 24, 2006 (11:28 am)
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Replying to: zultek (Jan 24, 2006 11:25 am)
I personally wouldn't want to pay more than $3k for it. How many miles are on it? I just had mine appraised for trade-in at a dealership (96 LX Auto, 156k miles). The dealer has gotten MANY trade-ins from us and knows we take good care of our cars. He said $2,500 sounds right for mine. If you want pricing info, go to kbb.com and look up the private party value of your car in "fair" condition.
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Re: 94 Honda Accord..safety concerns [thegraduate]
by zultek
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Jan 24, 2006 (11:42 am)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Jan 24, 2006 11:28 am)
Would you consider this vehicle safe?? If I sell it in this condition, will I have an unhappy buyer in a short period of time? I am in Ontario and we must have a safety certificate when we sell a vehicle. I have 2 conflicting opinions.. one claiming this vehicle as I described is safe to operate... another saying that it is in no way safe to sell like this... would like another opinion ..
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