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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by double3(m): 11:37pm On Sep 14, 2019
Segzila:
Dear Boss,

I am now sure I have a serious problem with my Lexus RX 300....last week the lex started smoking and my mechanic said I need to replace the valve seal and gasket.... Gasket and rings etc were changed and today my Lexus loss power on the Lagos - Ibadan express way...in fact I had to tow it to a mechanic place in Ibadan.....now this Mecahnic said I either buy another engine or I replace the camshaft, conrod, mental etc ...now my question is...what is the likely cost for an engine or will the car work well if I decide to change the conrod and others....I travel on d lagos-ibadan express way weekly......which will possibly be d beat option considering cost and workability/durability of the car.

I await your response
If I were u, I'll chnage the mech before I change the engine.

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Kokomo: 2:02pm On Sep 15, 2019
Segzila:
Dear Boss,

I am now sure I have a serious problem with my Lexus RX 300....last week the lex started smoking and my mechanic said I need to replace the valve seal and gasket.... Gasket and rings etc were changed and today my Lexus loss power on the Lagos - Ibadan express way...in fact I had to tow it to a mechanic place in Ibadan.....now this Mecahnic said I either buy another engine or I replace the camshaft, conrod, mental etc ...now my question is...what is the likely cost for an engine or will the car work well if I decide to change the conrod and others....I travel on d lagos-ibadan express way weekly......which will possibly be d beat option considering cost and workability/durability of the car.

I await your response

Sell the car, get buy Tokunbo...
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by kingreign(m): 2:21pm On Sep 15, 2019
Kokomo:


Sell the car, get buy Tokunbo...

If he sells it as is, will you buy it at his own asking price?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 2:33pm On Sep 15, 2019
Segzila:
Dear Boss,

I am now sure I have a serious problem with my Lexus RX 300....last week the lex started smoking and my mechanic said I need to replace the valve seal and gasket.... Gasket and rings etc were changed and today my Lexus loss power on the Lagos - Ibadan express way...in fact I had to tow it to a mechanic place in Ibadan.....now this Mecahnic said I either buy another engine or I replace the camshaft, conrod, mental etc ...now my question is...what is the likely cost for an engine or will the car work well if I decide to change the conrod and others....I travel on d lagos-ibadan express way weekly......which will possibly be d beat option considering cost and workability/durability of the car.

I await your response

Replace the engine
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by LordofNaija: 2:51pm On Sep 15, 2019
dicksonadams:



Check it out on jumia
I'm sure you don't want to use that sh it on your car
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Kokomo: 3:09pm On Sep 15, 2019
kingreign:


If he sells it as is, will you buy it at his own asking price?

at the right price ... nothing is impossible
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by 3Tsss: 11:21am On Sep 16, 2019
hello everyone,

please i need useful tips on how to clean windscreen,early morning .. car no get ac oo
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by thoyhe(m): 12:55am On Sep 17, 2019
Good morning sir, please is it advisable to change my Toyota corolla 2001 from 14 rim to 15?
I want to change it to an alloy rim
thanks
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by good188(m): 5:27am On Sep 17, 2019
oga abeg i want to buy Lexus GX 470 SUV because i live at ikorodu and the road is very bad .i want to car that is fuel economize and durability.plz what is your take about Lexus GX 470 SUV
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by nurey(m): 8:08am On Sep 17, 2019
good188:
oga abeg i want to buy Lexus GX 470 SUV because i live at ikorodu and the road is very bad .i want to car that is fuel economize and durability.plz what is your take about Lexus GX 470 SUV

Go and buy a CRV or RAV4 because a V8 is not a call to fuel economy.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by olumzzz(m): 8:11am On Sep 17, 2019
thoyhe:
Good morning sir, please is it advisable to change my Toyota corolla 2001 from 14 rim to 15?
I want to change it to an alloy rim
thanks
Use the link below to see options for a 15 rim.
https://www.tyresizecalculator.com/
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 12:10pm On Sep 17, 2019
thoyhe:
Good morning sir, please is it advisable to change my Toyota corolla 2001 from 14 rim to 15?
I want to change it to an alloy rim
thanks

what do you think?

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by thoyhe(m): 1:35pm On Sep 17, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


what do you think?
Sir, I think this is beautiful and nice looking.
It looks take away on the car. shocked
What size is it?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by dru23(m): 1:42pm On Sep 17, 2019
IT IS WELL .....
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 1:43pm On Sep 17, 2019
dru23:
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Are you ok?

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 1:44pm On Sep 17, 2019
thoyhe:

Sir, I think this is beautiful and nice looking.
It looks take away on the car. shocked
What size is it?

15"
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by dru23(m): 2:12pm On Sep 17, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


Are you ok?


I dey joke o ....I dey joke ......oooooooo
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by thoyhe(m): 2:52pm On Sep 17, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


15"

Thank you
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by tojahh(m): 3:34pm On Sep 17, 2019
Please.

Scan my car and I got this.


P0730

What's the way forward uncles?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by radautoworks: 8:20pm On Sep 17, 2019
double3:

If I were u, I'll chnage the mech before I change the engine.

Amen
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 8:31pm On Sep 17, 2019
tojahh:
Please.

Scan my car and I got this.


P0730

What's the way forward uncles?

2004/2005 Toyota Corolla?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by tojahh(m): 8:33pm On Sep 17, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


2004/2005 Toyota Corolla?

I drive a 2003 Honda Civic.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by TenthMan(m): 9:21pm On Sep 17, 2019
Good day to you all...

I use a 2008 Toyota Highlander V6.

Whenever I start the engine the vehicle sends out a white/grayish puff of smoke for a few seconds and then the smoke stops. This happens both at night or day. Hot weather or cold weather. It doesn't matter. As long as I have parked the car for a while, the white puff of smoke comes out for a few seconds (immediately after starting) before clearing up.

I also noticed one particular day I was ascending a fly over and tried to speed up and stepped on the gas pedal because I did not like the way a BRT bus was approaching from behind. The car released such a huge cloud of grayish smoke immediately I suddenly stepped on the gas. But this cleared after a few seconds.

Car doesn't overheat. Temperature Indicator is good.

What could be the problem(s).
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by oluwaseunla(m): 9:32pm On Sep 17, 2019
TenthMan:
Good day to you all...

I use a 2008 Toyota Highlander V6.

Whenever I start the engine the vehicle sends out a white/grayish puff of smoke for a few seconds and then the smoke stops. This happens both at night or day. Hot weather or cold weather. It doesn't matter. As long as I have parked the car for a while, the white puff of smoke comes out for a few seconds (immediately after starting) before clearing up.

I also noticed one particular day I was ascending a fly over and tried to speed up and stepped on the gas pedal because I did not like the way a BRT bus was approaching from behind. The car released such a huge cloud of grayish smoke immediately I suddenly stepped on the gas. But this cleared after a few seconds.

Car doesn't overheat. Temperature Indicator is good.

What could be the problem(s).

Most likely valve stem seals. In short, engine is burning oil. Plan a rebuild.

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by TenthMan(m): 6:16am On Sep 18, 2019
oluwaseunla:


Most likely valve stem seals. In short, engine is burning oil. Plan a rebuild.

Good morning and thank you for your response.

Ok.

It then begs the questions:

1. Any reliable mechanic/auto engineer etc. in Lagos where this can be done
2. Cant I just buy a new engine?
3. What are the relative costs of replacing the engine and rebuilding the engine?

I will really appreciate comments/responses.

Best regards.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by oluwaseunla(m): 6:34am On Sep 18, 2019
TenthMan:


Good morning and thank you for your response.

Ok.

It then begs the questions:

1. Any reliable mechanic/auto engineer etc. in Lagos where this can be done
2. Cant I just buy a new engine?
3. What are the relative costs of replacing the engine and rebuilding the engine?

I will really appreciate comments/responses.

Best regards.

Get in touch with the number in my signature. I can take a look for you.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Nairaland1stson(m): 8:17am On Sep 18, 2019
Oga Gazzuzz Good day... My 2005 Toyota corolla finds it difficult to start. I have to crank the engine three to four times repeatedly before it starts up. Fuel pump was replaced with an Aftermarket, Cold start has been replaced, and kick Start has been replaced as well... There was mild improvement after replacing the kick starter but it still dosen't start at first crank. Pls what should I do ?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Questiontime: 8:35pm On Sep 18, 2019
Oga Gaz. I drive a 2year brand new Hyundai Accent 2015. The issue is that the brakes have now become very light when I step on it. Previously once you just yap the brakes in motion the car instantly reduces speed but now you would have to kind of really step on the brakes before it catches.
Its not really that bad but I feel that brand new feel I used to enjoy is leaving the car. I met a mechanic and he said it something called the brake master that is getting weak. Please advice on a possible remedy to get that first year braking I used to enjoy. Thanks
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 8:40pm On Sep 18, 2019
Questiontime:
Oga Gaz. I drive a 2year brand new Hyundai Accent 2015. The issue is that the brakes have now become very light when I step on it. Previously once you just yap the brakes in motion the car instantly reduces speed but now you would have to kind of really step on the brakes before it catches.
Its not really that bad but I feel that brand new feel I used to enjoy is leaving the car. I met a mechanic and he said it something called the brake master that is getting weak. Please advice on a possible remedy to get that first year braking I used to enjoy. Thanks

I would need detailed brake repair history

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 8:41pm On Sep 18, 2019
Nairaland1stson:
Oga Gazzuzz Good day... My 2005 Toyota corolla finds it difficult to start. I have to crank the engine three to four times repeatedly before it starts up. Fuel pump was replaced with an Aftermarket, Cold start has been replaced, and kick Start has been replaced as well... There was mild improvement after replacing the kick starter but it still dosen't start at first crank. Pls what should I do ?

poor diagnosis . If you in Lagos contact me, I'll give you a 50per discount on diagnisis
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Questiontime: 8:49pm On Sep 18, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


poor diagnosis . If you in Lagos contact me, I'll give you a 50per discount on diagnisis
I am not in Lagos. In port Harcourt
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Questiontime: 8:51pm On Sep 18, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


I would need detailed brake repair history
I have never fixed the brakes before. Never even changed the brake pads.

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