Dry Push Rods

Valve cover of doing timing just trying to eliminate potential reasons Why this 94 Chevy Astro 4.3 tbi runs like a clunker when warm. Any way I have realized that the lifters get oil coming up through But the push rod are dry well the part I can see any way. My main concern is should oil be coming up while the lifters are working Or does the oil stay low in the head?

A/C question on whether to add some PAG oil or not?

I don't think the make/model is important, but we have a 1998 Mazda
Protege that we just love. I went to recharge the R134A refrigerant in my air conditioning system (I
don't think it ever had a top-up since it was manufactured) but I
forgot to purge the line from the kit I bought. I got air into the
system and it's running strange. If I had done it right I would not
have had any issues, I'm certain.

I tried bleeding some of it off then adding some a few times, and it
didn't get any better. A licensed A/C professional (he installed my
home A/C and heating system) said that air can make the compressor
cycle on and off and when it's on it can pull very hard on the engine
when the air gets to certain parts of the system. So I decided to
remove the R134A and the air and start over.

I am not going to remove the compressor to drain and measure the oil
removed from it. If you knew how cramped the area is where the
compressor is located you would understand why.

I now have an evacuation pump that will pull a vacuum down to 75
microns (at sea level, I guess), and a set of gauges. I am familiar
with the refrigeration cycle and process, and have viewed some decent,
well-explained YouTube videos on how to evacuate the system and
recharge it.

As far as I know, we have no leaks. I should know for sure after I see
that the vacuum holds for 1/2 to 1 hour after I shut the valves and
remove the pump.

Assuming that I don't have any leaks, I want to know if I should add
any PAG oil to the system or not. I've read that the oil will
evaporate under vacuum. I've also read that the oil will stay in the
compressor and lines.

I bought a 3 oz can of PAG oil that gets added through the gauge set
in case I need it. The under hood sticker does not tell how much oil
to use, just the amount of refrigerant.

Can I safely assume that the oil is still in the system or should I
add some? Too much oil can be detrimental to the system.

I guess what I really need to know from someone more experienced is if
the oil evaporates with the refrigerant and any moisture in the system
(there shouldn't be any moisture in my system) when a vacuum is pulled
for 1/2 hour or so.

If someone here knows whether I should add the 3 oz can and assume
it's not too much or if I should avoid adding any since I haven't
opened the system nor am I aware of any leak, please let me know.

I don't need to know about the general procedure, how to use the
reclaimer, etc., just some information about the oil. However, I'm
open to any tips you might have.

battery cables reversed on 1994 Lexus

A friend reversed his battery cables and blew some fuses. He also tried to start the car. I've replaced all the fuses I can find blown. The car turns over but will not start. Any suggestions before I tell him to tow it to a garage?

2009 Malibu LT Possible BCM?

Bought a 2009 Chevy Malibu LT 2.4L, 6 Speed. automatic. on 5/11/13 & all seemed well on test drive & drive home(10 miles) Except the key fobs acted funny. not quite working right all the time, Thought might be batteries but new battery & same. Next day drive 30 hwy miles & all ok. On drive home Cruise stopped working. Next day was raining & w-wipers would not work. I am a Forced, Retired(sick) Michigan, ASE Auto Master 38 years. No codes, All fuses good, switched relays, no change. Installed dielectric grease in BCM connections, no change. Went to W-Wiper motor & no signal from harness side, apply voltage to w-w motor & it runs fine. Not having a scanner I am thinking BCM(Body Control Module), or VIM(Vehicle Interface Module.)At around $600.00 At the local Dealer I could use all the help I can Get.

how long can I drive on the spare tire?

my tire blew out today and I got my spare tire on for now. my spare tire looks exactly like the other tires. how long can I drive on the spare tire? i have to travel probably a 40 - 60 miles round-trip tomorrow to sell a few things and won't have any money for a few days to get a new tire for my car. any help appreciated.

Chevy S-10 rear clearance issue

I just had a class III trailer hitch installed for a wheelchair lift I
bought. The problem I'm having is that the bottom of the lift scrapes
the ground when pulling out of my driveway and on the street when
pulling up and into the alley behind my house.

I was thinking that there would be some sort of lift kit, air shocks,
or maybe something to add to the hitch to extend as well as raise the
wheelchair lift high enough to clear the ground.

I have a 1998 regular bed regular cab 2 wheel drive S-10 with the step
bumper.

What are my options and what trade-offs does each option have?

Thanks in advance!!!

stalled and wont start

96 Astro van stalled and won't start. Fuel pump working throttle body injectors spraying starter turning and distribution giving spark. It cranks ans cranks and cranks but will not catch and run

Toyota and GM are recalling "certain" 2003 and 2004 Corollas, Corolla Matrixes, and Pontiac Vibes

Toyota and GM are recalling "certain" 2003 and 2004 Corollas, Corolla
Matrixes, and Pontiac Vibes because the supplemental restraint system
(SRS) circuits "are susceptible to internal shorting." They say such
shorting "may create an abnormal current flow and increased heat
which can damage the circuits" and that "This could result in an
inadvertent deployment of the front airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners."

I took my '04 Vibe into my old Pontiac (and still Chevy) dealer on
Friday to have the recall work done. But after leaving the
dealership I discovered that most of the radio/time panel was dark
and therefore I couldn't tell the time or know what station I was
tuned to (the radio still worked fine). It was too late to go back
to the dealer and it's closed on Saturday and Sunday. I'm wondering
if because the problem was obviously caused by the electrical work
they did to fix the recall issue, if it's up to them to fix the new
lighting problem on the radio/time panel.

Do I have a case for insisting that they fix the new problem at no
charge? I've been going to this dealer for service since I bought
the Vibe (used) from another dealership in December, '05.

As you probably know, Pontiac Vibes and Corolla Matrix's were
essentially the same car, produced by a joint GM/Toyota venture.

2006 G-6 and the blinkers don't turn off

I have a 2006 G-6 and the blinkers don't turn off on my turns. Shop wanted to charge me 300. to fix it I can not pay that. any sugestions

Transmission?

Something going on with my 2003 Olds Silhouette. 193,000 miles. No major problems up until now that weren't caused by mechanic error.

What's going on is, when I get going after it has sit for a while - can be overnight, or even an hour, it varies - when I go to accelerate, there's nobody home. I go a little bit, it's not dead-stop. For instance, my driveway is 300 feet long. I go down the driveway (it is sloped down to the road a bit), stop at the end and wait for traffic to clear. When I get out to the 55mph road and hit the gas, I barely go. I back off the gas pedal, and try again, and eventually I do start getting up to speed. Once I get to that point, it doesn't happen again after stopping at red lights, etc. I do believe the engine revs when it's not going very much, and thus the backing-off so I don't overtax something maybe.

My first guess was transmission. I checked what I thought was the trans fluid dipstick this morning, but I think I got the wrong thing. I looked over the whole engine to find it. In the front is what I thought was the oil dipstick. In the rear is what I thought was the transmission dipstick. I pulled it out - it's really long and has this sort of fluted ball a few inches up from the tip. I'm not sure where to find it if that wasn't it.

As I am obviously not an expert, I also guessed it might be the fuel pump or fuel injectors. I have not been able to keep the tank full, been putting in $20 or so at a time and running it down to empty quite a bit due to poor finances. I wondered if this is overtaxing the fuel pump. I put $50 in today and the problem still happened.

Very much appreciate any input I can get. I can't afford repairs on this so family is talking about helping me get a different used car if this is going to be expensive.

Thanks,

putting step bars on 88 s10

ok i cant hook it to my frame because its to far. my dad started putting it through the bottom into the body. its an 88 model s10 and its metal, not fiberglass. will that hold or probably just rip out when stepped on?

Chrysler recalls 469,000 SUVs over gearshift problem

 Chrysler Group LLC is recalling about 469,000 SUVs worldwide to update software after some vehicles' circuit boards were found to be transmitting signals that trigger inadvertent gear shifts to neutral, the No. 3 U.S. automaker said Saturday.

Included are 2006- to 2010-model-year Jeep Commanders and 2005 to 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokees, of which about 295,000 are in the United States, 28,500 are in Canada and 4,200 are in Mexico. The remaining 141,000 are outside of North America.

Chrysler was aware of 26 accidents and 2 injuries related to the gearshift problem but no fatalities, a company spokesman said.

It was Chrysler's largest recall since more than 900,000 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Liberty SUVs were recalled worldwide in November to fix a part that could cause airbags to deploy inadvertently.

Chrysler, an affiliate of Italy's Fiat SpA (FIA.MI), also said it is recalling 532 2013-model-year Ram 1500 pickup trucks in the United States and Canada, a third of which remain in dealer inventories, to inspect and possibly replace windshield defrosting and defogging components.

Additionally, the company said it is recalling about 5,330 right-hand-drive 2008 to 2012 Jeep Wranglers to install dust shields to prevent dust buildup that could compromise airbag operation. All of the vehicles, used mostly for rural mail delivery, are in the United States.

Chrysler said it was unaware of any accidents or injuries linked to the Ram and Wrangler recall issues.

The company said it will directly contact affected customers and make the repairs for free.

Chrysler, which emerged from a government-sponsored bankruptcy four years ago, last month reported a steep drop in quarterly profits due to an aggressive new-vehicle launch schedule, but said it was on track to meet its business targets, expecting a strong second half of 2013.

Sergio Marchionne, CEO of Chrysler and its Italian parent Fiat, which currently owns a 58.5 percent share of the U.S. automaker, said there was a 50-50 chance that Fiat's buyout of Chrysler would be finalized by June 2014. (Reporting by Karl Plume in Chicago; Editing by Mark Potter and Jackie Frank)

Drum Brake Self-Adjuster 96 Ford Contour

I have a 96 Ford Contour with rear drum brakes. I've replaced the shoes, but the spring on the self-adjuster unit has rusted away. I've been unable to locate either the spring or the full self-adjuster unit.

I'm able find the adjusting spring set all over the place, but those kits do not include a replacement spring for the self adjuster.

I've tried the typical parts stores, including the Ford dealer who says the part is discontinued.

Does anyone have suggestions on where to look?

Alignment

I was considering getting an alignment on my '95 GMC K2500 Suburban until the guy told me that if the truck hasn't been aligned before that there is a knockout plate on either side at the upper control arms that has to be removed. Labor would be $180.00

Tie Rods

I was told I need both inner tie rods replaced.
Should I get the inner AND OUTER tie rods done
at the same time?

No heat when idling

My 2003 Olds Silhouette has developed an odd problem. When idling with the air temp set to heat, it blows cool air, and my engine temp rises. When I get up to speed after a few seconds, the heat blows hot again and the temp goes back down. I have 190,000 miles on it, and have had no other major problems except having the water pump changed out a couple years ago.

Last time I had my coolant flushed was a couple years ago. I have not checked my coolant levels yet, I keep forgetting to follow-up on this.

Any input is, as always, appreciated.

2001 Pontiac Grand Am that has the ABS light on

 I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand Am that has the ABS light on, a brake light comes on sometimes and the Trac Off light is on, I need these fixed and I don't have alot of cash. I can buy the parts needed but I need someone who can put them on for me. Can anyone help me? I had one guy say he would come by but he never showed up.

2002 Ford Taurus Engine Light Went On

What should I do when I see the engine light
symbol (on dash) go on? I took it to Auto Zone
and they did a free computer analysis and said to
take it to a shop for some kind of adjustment.

But, now, it went off. So, is it okay to drive?
I checked with the shop and they want $160 to fix
the problem revealed by the computer analysis at
Auto Zone.

Something tells me I'm about to be ripped off (again!).
Any sage advice out there (please!)?????

P.S. CAR HAS 88,000 miles and has had oil changes
every 3,000 miles regularly. Thanks!

emisions issue 01 grand marquis

Narrowed down to evap system under gas tank I can hear a steady buzz sounds exactly like a vacuum leak. Talking with ford there isnt a vacuuming system its got a charcoal box or canister and a purge solenoid, not sure if I can eliminate one or the other based on that noise alone

I guess I should do some more diagnostics to see if I get any codes before I go tearing into this thing. What do you think?

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Trans went out

The transmission in my 1995 GMC K2500 Suburban went out. Has anyone used Jasper for engines or transmissions? They include a 3yr/100000 mile parts labor warranty.

Where can I get Free Auto Repair Manuals?

This is not the first time we have addressed this question nor the first time many across the web have added their two cents. If you Google the term "Free Auto Repair Manuals" the first reference that comes up (under the ads) is a Toyota Only forum.... read the forum and a bunch of links for Toyota Only sites. What if you don't need a Toyota manual and instead need a Chevy or Ford manual? Well I'm about to tell you.

FreeAutoMechanic.com will provide you with FREE auto repair manual procedures. You can read them, email them and even print them if you want to. They take the time to look up the procedure for the exact vehicle you have and send you the information at no charge. They have been around for over 6 years providing auto repair information for free to its visitors. They also provide Free Estimates, Wiring Diagrams, Belt routing, Free Questions and Answers and much, much more. They even have Diagnostic and troubleshooting information for engine sensors, air conditioning, step by step brake repair and suspension. This is truly a great bookmark for any automotive mechanic and any skill level.

Here is an example of a free wiring diagram for the air conditioning on a 1997 Ford Mustang that was provided and helped to diagnose why the air compressor wasn't working. So if you find yourself needing a free auto repair manual, stop by FreeAutoMechanic.com for all the auto repair information you'll need to get the job done.

Honda Recalling Nearly 250,000 Vehicles

Despite no reported crashes or injuries, Honda Motor (NYSE: HMC  ) has issued recalls for about 250,000 vehicles across the globe in order to fix a potential problem with the braking system in certain models.

The majority of the affected vehicles -- about 183,000 of them -- are in the U.S., though nearly 60,000 will be recalled in Japan, Reuters reports. Honda models in five other countries have also been called back for retooling. The American recalls include the 2005 Honda Pilot, 2005-2006 Acura MDX, and the 2005 Acura RL.

According to the company, the potential problem involves an electrical capacitor on the Vehicle Stability Assist control unit that may have been damaged during manufacture. This could cause the VSA system to malfunction and apply a small amount of brake force for a fraction of a second, without any input by the driver. Or, the amount of brake force applied could exceed the driver's intended input.

It isn't the first time this year that Honda has realized potential safety issues in vehicles already on the road. The Honda Pilot in particular has undergone a tough year: In January the company recalled nearly 750,000 newer Honda Pilots and Honda Odysseys due to manufacturing issues with the driver's side airbag.

The Japan-based company is struggling to remain competitive with other automotive companies all around the world. Between the 2008 fiscal year and the 2012 fiscal year, the company saw its revenues slide more than 33%.

Resource: By John Divine

95 gmc sonoma tranny leak

I'm looking at a 95 GMC sonoma pickup but its leaking tranny fluid. it leaks kinda right over the cross over pipe but im not sure if its a tranny line or something worse such as a front seal or a cracked tranny case. I'm just wondering if anyone has had trouble like this before, it has a 700r4 tranny, do these have a weak front seal or a place in the lines that has a weak joint in this area? Its a 4 cylinder.

question about a car we are looking at buying

we are looking at a 1996 toyota avalon on craigslist. went and drove it and really like it. It has a check engine light on and he has all the paperwork from the dealer. dont remember what code was but it was from the cat converter. He had an aftermarket cat put on it. Will that keep the check engine light on? I was told i could get a dummy sensor but will that turn it off IF i have a cat on it already? where would the sensor go?

four wheel drive Shift light

Below the 4WD shifter on the floor is an indicator diagram that lights up when one shifts into four-wheel drive. Actually the front and rear axle indicator diagram should light up. When the lever is in two-wheel drive the rear axle indicator should be on - it's not. I loosened and removed the rear axle light bulb but it tested good. There must be a relay or switch at or around the transfer case which might be causing the light not to come on. Any ideas?

Windshield wipers not working

on a 1988 s10 my wipers quit
other day i tried to clean my windshield and my sprayer wouldn't work. i just then got out and poured some water on and then tried my wipers and they didn't work then. i then tapped on my windshield wiper motor and it started working. next day i checked it again and when i set the delay on my wipers it kept spraying. now its not working at all or my water isn't.

would that be a pump for my water on windshield, my wiper motor or the pulse board on the motor?

How far can you Drive when the fuel light comes on?

I don't know about you but when my fuel light comes on, I am looking for the nearest gas station. I generally do not like to let my fuel gauge read below 1/4 tank. The reason for this would be that I know the only thing keeping, my $750 to replace, fuel pump cool is the gasoline that surrounds it. Sometimes this just can't be helped  either your on a long trip, forgot your wallet or short on time. For whatever the reason that you let your fuel tank get so depleted that the LOW FUEL LIGHT has come on, it is a good idea to know just how far you can go once it does illuminate.

Not all cars are created equally, So even if your buddies Silverado gets 5 million miles it is not certain that you will get the exact same. Each car manufacturers standards are also different and fuel tank sizes are different. So lets just stick with an Average Number that most all of the cars on the road can handle. That average would be around 80 miles. And of course driving style, highway vs. City and weather play a role as well.

The only sure fire way to be able to tell how far you could go, other that just running it till it ran out, would be as follows:
1) drive it till the light comes on
2) fill it with gas and note how many gallons it took.
3) Subtract those gallons form the total capacity of your car (see your owners manual)
4) Use this number and multiply it by your average fuel mileage

Now you have a closer to exact idea of just how many miles you could go if you had to. And of course I recommend that you do not push the limit to find out as it might end up causing you to have to walk and who wants that. That's why we bought the car in the first place right?

How You Drive Can Make A Difference on Gas

The amount of fuel that your vehicle uses depends on several different factors. A big one of these is the manner of which you drive your vehicle. Speeding can cause excess fuel usage. Punching the gas out from stoplights will also burn excess gas. Speed is another big consumer of fuel that can be avoided, not to mention speeding tickets. Gas Mileage and Cruise Control: Driving erratically will guzzle a lot of gas. Proper gas consumption can be obtained by driving at a steady speed. If you have problems fluctuating speeds, cruise control will help. Cruise control may relax you. It was actually designed to help gas consumption. When the speeds you travel are kept at an even pace your MPH will increase. You can also save gas by using your overdrive gear. To reduce risks of accidents, use the cruise control and overdrive. In automatic cars, overdrive is a default feature. It is made to save fuel. Usually an automatic drive vehicle will shift out of overdrive when towing a trailer or climbing a steep hill but sometimes it will struggle between overdrive and third gear. When this happens it is best to manually take the car out of overdrive. The overdrive gear is the highest gear of the transmission and when using a manual drive vehicle it is used when the vehicle reaches about 43 mph. Traveling down a steep hill may be another good time to take the vehicle out of overdrive if engine braking is desirable. How much gas does it use up to drive at higher speeds? If you want good gas mileage, don't speed. Keeping a constant speed saves on gas and so does leaving stop lights at a steadily increased speed rather than jumping out from the light. Other driving habits like following too close to the car in front will mean a loss of good gas mileage. Close following g means more breaking. Breaking hard will mean more fuel usage. You'll conserve more fuel if you drive defensively. You need to make sure your vehicle has time to slow down. Leave home sooner, so you aren't speeding. When traveling at 70 mph, there is more resistance than at 50. It is best to keep your pace at around 55. You'll be be spending 20 cents more on every gallon for every 5 mph you travel over 60. Other thing to consider: Keeping your windows closed will cut down on wind drag that will use up excess gas. Having things attached to the back of your vehicle will save gas.

Automotive Preventative Maintenance-Checking the Belts

Preventative maintenance for your vehicle is about saving money and ultimately time. You can save money by avoiding expensive repairs and you can save time by not needed to wait for repairs to be done. One of the most simple aspects of vehicle maintenance is keeping a check on the quality of your oil, and having it changed regularly. Checking your tires for wear and tear, as well as maintaining correct air pressure, is also important. It is also about checking the belts in your vehicle periodically. How to check the belts in your vehicle: At your vehicle’s sixty-thousand mile tune-up make sure that your belts are changed, whether or not they are showing signs of wear. Your mechanic should not charge you any additional labor charges to do so as changing the timing belt is already part of the service. The first step to checking the belts is to be sure that your engine is switched off. To avoid injury, ensure that you don’t attempt to touch the belts until both they and the engine have fully cooled. The hood release can be found under the dashboard. Then simply slide your hand under the front of the hood to find the safety catch, which will need to be either squeezed or slid to open the hood. As you look into the engine from the front of the vehicle you will see there are belts in front of the vehicle’s engine The engine’s orientation depends on whether your vehicle is rear or front wheel drive. In rear wheel drive vehicles the engine is set closer to the front, whereas the engine is set further back in front wheel drive vehicles. Check how many belts you can see. The number of belts to be checked will depend on the make and model of the vehicle. The belts are called drive belts because the drive various components of the vehicle’s operations like the power steering pump, the water pump, the smog pump, the alternator and the fan. There will be a minimum of two belts on your vehicle. Each belt runs over a pulley. As you locate them, press lightly in the middle of the longest part of the belt with your thumb to test the tension. Look at the owner’s manual for your vehicle to see how much give in the belt should have. Usually it is less than an inch of give when you press down gently. If the belt is beginning to show signs that it’s beginning to dry out or crack, make a note of this. It is normal to notice a small amount of cracking on the belt. However there should not be larger chunks missing.Check for missing pieces or large cracks but note that some small cracking is normal and nothing to worry about. There may be a rust color on the belt which is also normal. As the belt operates, a fine dust is created and this will rust over time. It is nothing to worry about. This is particularly true of the belt for the air conditioning clutch. If the belt has too much give or you see obvious signs of wear then it needs to be replaced before it breaks. Another sign that the belt must be replaced or tightened is when it makes a screeching sound as you hit the gas. A broken belt can be a costly repair.

Another Honda Recall on 750,000 Pilots, Odysseys over Air Bag Defect

Honda has issued a recall for more than 748,000 of its vehicles. Honda Pilots from 2009 through 2013 and Honda Odysseys between 2011 and 2013 have been recalled due to improperly assembled airbags. Honda said that some airbags may have been installed without rivets to secure the plastic cover. This could cause the airbag to deploy incorrectly and may result in an injury. Honda said that it was not away of any injuries related to the issue. Honda said in a statement: “Driver’s-side airbags in these vehicles potentially were assembled without some of the rivets that secure the airbag’s plastic cover. If the rivets are missing, the airbag may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. No crashes or injuries have been reported related to this issue.” According to NBC News, recalled vehicles will be inspected by Honda and any defective parts will be replaced. The company said that it will start contacting Honda owners next month. If you believe you have a vehicle that has been recalled you can look up the VIN number at www.recalls.honda.com or you can call (800) 999-1009. This is Honda’s second major recall in the last few months. Last December, Honda recalled nearly 800,000 vehicles because of a problem with the ignition key.

Why should I buy 4 tires instead of just two?

Some tire suppliers would tell you that if you put just two tires on your car that you are creating a vehicle split personality. What they mean is that you put two snow tires on the rear and leave regular tires on the front. This would give you great traction in the snow from the rear of the car but not in the front, giving it a different characteristic in the rear than in the front. I recommend replacing all four tires at the same time if you can afford to. The reason is in most cases the tires that are on your car are most likely all the same age. Although you may not be able to recognize it, they are all worn in one manner or the other. Rubber goes bad over time and even quicker when exposed to the sun's UV rays. So it is a good idea to replace your tires when needed. Of course there are some exceptions, like when your tires have less than 5,000 miles on them and you have a blow out. You are absolutely not going to buy four new tires. One tire would be fine at this point. Just use good judgement and you'll do fine.

When Should I Replace My Serpentine Belt and How?

You should replace your serpentine beltas often as it is needed. Recommended Manufacturer intervals are every 15,000 miles for inspection and Every 45,000 for replacement. This is usually a fairly simple process as can be seen in the video to your right. Just make sure you study the position or draw a picture to help you remember how to put the new one back on. Release pressure from the belt tensioner and swap out the belt. Some variations may apply but it is basically the same process.

Journey on the fast track

Whether your male or female, big or small, at one point in your life you may have had the desire to mash your foot to the floor and feel the power beneath along with the roar of the engine. Unfortunately the comfortable streets we drive on daily aren't a safe place to accomplish this, even though more of us are guilty than not of doing so anyway. Most of us have spun the tires and one point or another and raced the car down the highway just for the thrill and nothing more. What drives this emotion? Doesn't matter to me either. So why do we do it? who really knows. As we grow older it seems to make less sense as we are more aware that a kid could run out in the street after a ball at any moment. So we move to just doing it on the highway or country roads, but we still do it.... When we look at purchasing a car, we will consider how much power it has before buying it as we know how we are going to drive it. In the long run the car will last longer if we don't hot rod it, but we continue to do it anyway. If we could afford to go to a race track we might even want to do it more. For now it will remain a mystery and a journey non the less.

firing prblem

im trying to find the firing order of a 4.3L in 88 gmc s15 TBI (same as the s10) and what order they are on the motor, where each cylinder is. i think right front is 1 left front is 2 middle right 3 iddle left 4 rear right 5 rear left is 6. but what is the firing order and where is 1 on the distributor cap go