Have the alternator checked. This could be as simple as checking the voltage
at the batter terminals with the engine running, should be up around 14VDC.
If it’s 12-13VDC, suspect an alternator problem.

If that’s okay, first thing I’d do is check any aftermarket electrical
equipment that is installed (ie: stereo, alarm, car starter, etc). Sometimes
the wiring isn’t done as professionally as it should and shorts out after a
while.

Steve

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> The delta 88 Im working on has a current leak somewhere. We put a new
> batter in it th eother day, the next day it was dead. I’m faily sure
> the alternator is OK.

> My plan is to put an ammmeter between the +  lead of the battery, and
> the batter cable, and then one by one pull fuses until the current draw
> drops to 0, and then trace from there. I’m guessing there is a bulb or
> some other low current device (turn signal, hood, glovebox, whatever,
> that is staying lit all night.

> Any other suggestions about how to troubleshoot a situation like this?

> Thanks
> Matt

Hi,
2002 Century, 55000 km, tech says rear brakes are "like new"
The rear brakes squeal so badly I feel like I have to wear a paper
bag over my head so people don’t recognize me
The GM dealership "cleaned" the rear brakes, now the squeal is worse.
Please help. Thanks
Dave

Can anyone tell me if the posi from a 1971 Pontiac Firebird will fit under a
1972 Cutlass??  I am having a hard tiome finding info on this…..I would
not think it to be this hard unless I am missing something (probably am!)

Thanks

Eightupman

2005 GMC  Canyon

The 2005 GMC Canyon is a midsize pickup that’s big on choice and capability. Canyon is available in Regular, Extended or Crew Cab , 2WD or 4WD – Canyon is engineered to move you.

With further more particulars at
www.gilroyauto.com

Fill the overflow tank to the "cold" mark. Usually 1/3 the way up or so.

Steve

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> After flushing and refilling a system – should coolant be placed in
> this vessel, or is it to be left empty as a place for coolant ot expand
> into when needed?

> (Its an ’87 Delta 88)

> Thanks
> Matt

Hello again,

Pontiac 6000 4 door SDN (no SE or LE) 2.5 4tech 3 speed automatic. Greater
Pittsburgh area.

The fuel lines at the top of the fuel tank are leaking slightly and should
be an issue any day. The inspection mech said not to try to splice neoprine
on to them, though I don’t see why other than they are pretty crusty.

Local parts stores do not carry  the sending unit, but I see them on-line.
Dealer wants waaaaaayyyy too much for it. All junkyards here say they’re not
going to have one because of the same road salt issues (it lays on top of
tank).

Looking at them on line I see that they refer to two different harness
types.

Q: How do I know my harness type?

Q: Does anyone know of a cheap place on line for these?

Q: Any deep south junkyards that might have and ship them cheap?

Thanks!

I have a older carb chevy V/8, I understand there is a closed loop
system and a open system when it comes to what valve covers to use. I
currently have the valve covers {Edelbrock}that have the large
Breather/Filler that vents to the air cleaner and also a PCV Valve. I
seem to be using a large amount of oil with this approx. 1980 something
350CI rebuilt motor. I see no oil burning out the tailpipe, even though
it is black, but plugs are burning clean and no oil at start up, or
going down a hill, or when I open up the breather cap. But 180 miles to
a liter/Quart and the motor now has 4000 miles since being rebuilt. Do
I have the correct system for valve covers, I see that Summit lists to
types for chevy V/8′s. The orginal 305 as I remember has a PCV Valve
and filter cap that was not a breather.

I have a 94 LeSebre and I put a trans out 92 LeSebre the problem is it
reverse and takes off in either drive or second but never shifts. Could
it be thottle postion senser and where is it located?

Thanks much

Doug A.

1990 Chevy Celebrity Wagon, 3.1 engine, MPFI

I’m stuck trying to figure this out.  Here’s a little history.  Sorry,
it’s a little long, but I want to give you all the info I have.

I started to lose most of my power intermitently while driving.  Not a
gradual loss, but sudden, and then a sudden return to normal performance.

The pressure seemed low at the fuel rail, so I replaced the fuel pump,
strainer, pulsator & filter.  Still low power off and on.

The pump is getting power with ignition on, so its not the fuse, and I
don’t think its the relay.  Oil pressure is good, so the backup oil switch
should be working anyway.

Went out and got a pressure gauge.  The pressure at pump prime is a little
over 40psi, so that is right, but immediately after 2 second prime,
pressure drops fast to about 20psi.  I tried to pinch off first the supply
line, and then both lines to stop pressure drop, but no change.  I’m not
sure I was able to completely pinch the lines during this test though…

Sound like a bad regulator letting fuel back to the tank?  Maybe bad
injector(s)?  What is the best way to proceed?

Tried to pull codes, but nothing came up.  Any help would be greatly
appriciated.

Jumped in my 2002 Cavalier this morning and no dash functions. No odometer,
tach, warning lights (except the check engine lamp) work. Where so I start?
The engine starts and runs fine. Radio works, clock (in radio) works, wipers
work??

Al