Recent content by AvCruiser

The new fluid leak appeared to be a combination of oil and coolant. Sure enough, the oil cooler hose was leaking like a sieve. Safe to assume that this new leak is merely due to non-OEM clamp? Oil is still at full. No. The shop that replaced the tbelt is different from the one that replaced...

Point taken re eBay parts -- though based on the comparison photos posted by Ayune, I agree with the group consensus that tech malice, not product defect, is likely the culprit. In hindsight, I should have tackled the project. At the time, I felt more comfortable having a "professional" do the...

I had the serp belt replaced along with timing belt -- but not the fan pulley -- which is what seized.

Good input/insights all around, gents. I've sent photos of intact sections of belt and purported manufacturer's stamp to Mitsuboshi engineering dept. for eval. Once I have a response, I'll turn my focus to the shop. Making matters worse, I suddenly have a coolant leak (appears to be from lower...

I thought it was curious that they (a) had access to the timing belt for the serpentine belt replacement and (b) that the portion that was visible happened to be cut. But when I had a look at the timing belt after removal, I noticed the exposed cord and figured that to be the culprit. I've been...

While replacing my serpentine belt, my shop noticed a partial tear in my timing belt. The belt -- part of an AISIN TKT-021 kit -- was installed August 2020 and had since accumulated ~12k miles. Inspection after removal revealed a second tear. Both tears originate in areas where the belt's cord...

All, While in the Chik-Fil-A drive-through yesterday, I lost all coolant. A quick look at the steamy engine compartment revealed a disconnected hose which I, probably erroneously, figured was the source of the leak (see photos). Without the time or expertise to inspect further, I returned to...

Thanks again, all. The shop agreed to replace the pads and rotors with a set of my choosing at no cost. My primary concern is that they correctly install (no creaking) on the second go around. The second concern is the rust -- which, in my view, is very unsightly and highly visible on the...

Thanks everyone for the input. I wish I had more time to contribute to the forum and work on the rig. In the meantime, I'm once again astounded by the willingness of the group to spend time enlightening my newbie self.

I recently had rear rotors and pads replaced at local shop. Shortly after, I noticed surface rust on the "base" portion of the rotor that abuts the wheel itself. Since that time, I've also noticed fairly annoying "creak/scrape" from the driver-side rear wheel that can be heard when I apply the...

- Removed this year from 2000 LC - Average to Slightly Above Average Condition (Removed at 168K miles) - Richmond, VA - Asking $200 Thanks

Thanks @labcab, you put me on the right track -- a loose connection got the best of me. Easy fix.

A little corrosion on the mounting hardware that I took care of using some de-rust concoction from home depot. Since my brake light is warped/bowed pretty badly I am going to pull the trigger on the ebay offering below. I can't imagine its any more cheaply constructed than the part that Toyota...

Thanks for the suggestions. I've had good experiences at Jackson Automotive on W. Cary. After my prebuy at a NC dealer, I was told that I needed to replace the U Joints to the tune of $600. Jackson greased mine up for close to nothing and sent me out the door. Would have been easy for them to...

Thanks for the advice. I completely removed the weather strip, removed the rear carpet and cleaned the cargo area thoroughly. The weatherstrip looks to have some damage due to the excessive moisture exposure but I think I'll just clean it up and re-seal it with Vaseline, rather than spend...