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I am looking into a Delphi or Delco distributor. I am thinking I should just change the serpentine belt while I have the good weather to work on it.. Is there a belt that you feel is better than the rest?

I cannot find a Delco or Delphi distributor for under $200.. other brands are $30..  I know buying OEM is best.. Not sure where to go now..

Well, I had a 2000 volvo v70, station wagon. It needed a it exhaust repaired.. I carefully ordered the one exhaust that would fit it. They sent me the wrong one and I had a hell of a time getting them to take it back. It was long and hard to ship, It was hard to find a place that would accept it...

Ok, Here is my Update and the 2001 express van Misfire problem.. Well, the new cap took care of the misfire and even with the old rotor it was running good. My backyard mechanic friend, who I had not seen in a while stopped by, and insisted that I need to change the cap and offered to help...

Well, I do a fair amount of wrenching on things, so it is not like I am a novice when it comes to making repairs. This is my sticking point now.. The distributor cap rotor, has rusted screws that were hex or torx but are so rusted, we cannot get them out. Both of us have given it our best, but I...

I have a full size van, and I am 5'8", and I cannot fit to sleep with my head at one side and my feet at the other, i need to scrunch to it, but that is not comfortable. How wide is your van inside? Sorry, maybe you are a scruncher, its ok, I have friends that are ok that way.

While it is rusted, it is not rusted through.. This van was not used much, and the rust on the outer rocker panels looked manageable if it is taken care of in the next year. We get a lot of salt rust here.. This is a 12 passenger van, and I got rid of the seats yesterday.. they were moldy as...

I am not sure what I am looking for when you mention the inner rocker panel.. I mentioned an air chisel not an air hammer.. have you used pop rivets to do this?

Hi,  I am going to do my rocker panels on my 01 express van.. I am looking for a source for a good quality panel, and hopefully at a moderate price. I am in Michigan, and I have looked online. I cannot tell the differerence of one supplier from the other.. Getting good parts is key to a good...

Hello Highdesertranger,, I have heatgun, so I will give that a try. Thanks for the tip. I got a chevy express.. I live in Michigan in the rust belt. It looks like the body style did not change much from 96 to 10.. Mine is a 01.. I kinda learn as I go with things. It looked like it could be a...

I just got an express passenger van.. the windows have some film tint on them, but not dark enough.. I want limo tint on them. I would like to know if  I need to take off the old film to put the new tint film on them.. Getting the old tint film off can be a challenge.. I got a Dr.s note too for...

I like bunk beds, and if you have room, do a triple bunk.. once you start 24/7 in it you will want all the storage you can get..

How exciting. You will have the beginnings of traveling zoo. You might have to do some climate control for the reptiles, and have a back up power source to keep them warm, or cooler as needed. I think you may find some help here with all that. I have a parrot. He is getting better at not...

Ok, well guess I need help figuring out how and where to list an invite to travelers passing through or who want to camp here for a while.. here are my details.. Currently only van or less can make it up my driveway due to the incline and how wide between trees. Dogs are fine as long as they...

It looks good.. Congratulations. I hope things work out for you.

Well, the oil industry does not want an alternative to oil energy. They are extremely powerful. I do not want to into any more than that. Either you realize thier power and influence or you don't.. But, I do understand everyones comments. Driving a car for an hour without a battery, or a...

It has been over 20 yrs now when on TV a guy demonstrated his perpetual motion powered car.. It was a live telecast from a stage where he drove his car for an hour in a circle. The big three bought his patent, and nothing was heard of it again. I saw that in the 90's on TV. It had magnets that...

I am thinking that solar panels on the roof can charge the batteries. Perhaps someone will improve capacitors so that they will replace batteries. Batteries discharge at a linear rate, while capacitors are more analog. Still the knowledge is there to make it happen. I have seen solar panels...

Over the years I have lived in stepvan, stationwagon, car, and full size van. I can tell you it is nice to be able to change my clothes while standing up while in the vehicle. So, the stepvan was the best. It was a small one and I could go stealth with it. The station wagon was good for...

I have lived in cars, like you, in stealth in Michigan. You can layer cardboard to make a level bed over an uneven surface by building up the low spots, and it is warm and comfortable. You only need a sharp knife to cut it, so it is easy. No need to be a carpenter. You can overnight in a...