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Forum: Product Reviews 03-23-2014, 05:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,141
Posted By RalphP
So - it's as good as a Wix or Purolator filter...

So - it's as good as a Wix or Purolator filter has been all along?

RwP
Forum: How-To Archive & FAQ 02-22-2014, 10:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 14,794
Posted By RalphP
Rather than mess with the current lighter socket,...

Rather than mess with the current lighter socket, I'd add one, wired to the same always-hot source, but through a relay, fed from a switched source.

Here's the pin numbers on how to wire up a...
Forum: Common Questions & Troubleshooting 02-22-2014, 10:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 296
Posted By RalphP
Wires is what I'd be checking next, yes. However...

Wires is what I'd be checking next, yes.

However - if you can find a dark enough place, what you can also do is take a spritz bottle filled with tap water, and while the motor is idling in the...
Forum: Common Questions & Troubleshooting 02-16-2014, 05:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 328
Posted By RalphP
Gatorback belts are my personal choice for...

Gatorback belts are my personal choice for serpentine belts.

I'm not so sure about specific brands on tensioners - but I figure if I never heard of the brand, I'm not buying *grins*

RwP
Forum: General Performance 02-01-2014, 12:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,460
Posted By RalphP
I'll add that when putting the new pump in, drain...

I'll add that when putting the new pump in, drain ALL the old fluid out, including working it out of the rack as well as you can. Then, start with a container of Lucas Power Steering Fluid, top off...
Forum: Audio, Video & Security 01-26-2014, 01:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,915
Posted By RalphP
Don't you have a smaller friend you can ply with...

Don't you have a smaller friend you can ply with a libation (be it beer or root beer, friend's choice) after they do that for you?

Be worth checking with your friends.

BIG hint - if their libation...
Forum: LA1 3400 Specific 01-05-2014, 02:43 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,340
Posted By RalphP
I'd upgrade the factory wiring even if I DIDN'T...

I'd upgrade the factory wiring even if I DIDN'T upgrade the alternator ...

You're leaving some voltage and some current capacity "on the table" with factory wiring as it is.

The Big 3 and a larger...
Forum: LA1 3400 Specific 01-04-2014, 11:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,340
Posted By RalphP
If he's a true specialist, he'll know, ask...

If he's a true specialist, he'll know, ask him.

Then have him rebuild the van one to even higher output *grins*

RwP
Forum: LA1 3400 Specific 01-03-2014, 09:55 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,340
Posted By RalphP
Here's a contrary view - talk to a local...

Here's a contrary view - talk to a local rebuilder, preferably one that that's been around since the 1950's or so (like the one I use), and see how beefy they can make one to fit your car.

Then buy...
Forum: Audio, Video & Security 01-03-2014, 09:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,048
Posted By RalphP
My suggestion as an Electronics Tech would be a)...

My suggestion as an Electronics Tech would be a) Big 3 (which is NEVER a bad thing, even on a purely stock car!), b) an alternator designed to put more out at the low end, especially if you're...
Forum: How-To Archive & FAQ 12-04-2013, 11:58 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 12,930
Posted By RalphP
10000K is too blue for good visibility. If you...

10000K is too blue for good visibility.

If you think THEY did well, just think how well 6000K will do, which is much closer to the sensitivity peak of the human eye!

(Actually 4300K to 5000K is...
Forum: Alero Appearance 12-04-2013, 11:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 553
Posted By RalphP
Get Warm White strips then, and use those. Avoid...

Get Warm White strips then, and use those.

Avoid Cool White - they're a lot more bluish than Warm White.

Ditto for the LEDs.

RwP
Forum: Alero Appearance 12-04-2013, 12:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 553
Posted By RalphP
There's also the big names like VLeds,...

There's also the big names like VLeds, SuperBrightLEDs, and I'm sure there's others. It would be worth your money, due to the effort to get the gauges out and in, to buy your LEDs from one of them...
Forum: LA1 3400 Specific 12-01-2013, 08:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,837
Posted By RalphP
Check the small wire at the starter, see if it...

Check the small wire at the starter, see if it gets voltage when the key is turned to "START". If not, I'd look hard at the ignition/starter switch and the connector on the back (although typically,...
Forum: Common Questions & Troubleshooting 11-27-2013, 07:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,402
Posted By RalphP
Not too bad, compared to say a heater...

Not too bad, compared to say a heater core.

http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/raframecatalog.php?carcode=1431631&parttype=6557

Local prices may vary, but should be competitive once you factor in...
Forum: Alero Appearance 11-26-2013, 02:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 495
Posted By RalphP
I imagine (and that's what it is, imagination!)...

I imagine (and that's what it is, imagination!) that the black tip is primarily to add to the retina guard that's required on some lights.

You shouldn't notice any difference from the front, save...
Forum: Common Questions & Troubleshooting 11-24-2013, 11:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,402
Posted By RalphP
Bleeder resistor pack. Remove the sound...

Bleeder resistor pack.

Remove the sound deadening panel on the passenger side, and you'll see it right by the blower motor.

Two screws to remove, two to replace, and you'll probably notice that the...
Forum: General Performance 11-14-2013, 12:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 491
Posted By RalphP
I personally prefer the 9012 HIRs for the 9006,...

I personally prefer the 9012 HIRs for the 9006, and the 9011s for the 9005s, as an upgrade.

Yes, you should replace in pairs since they're both the same age, and if you don't swap in an OEM -exact...
Forum: Paint and Body Work 11-13-2013, 08:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,894
Posted By RalphP
The "bird in the intake" reminds me of...

The "bird in the intake" reminds me of this:

http://dsc.discovery.com/tv-shows/mythbusters/videos/chicken-gun-minimyth.htm

RwP
Forum: Common Questions & Troubleshooting 10-26-2013, 01:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 763
Posted By RalphP
*snicker* Blame three takings of Remedial...

*snicker*

Blame three takings of Remedial English Writing in college for that.

That, and way, WAY too many "Expense Justifications". A man can only write so many of them before he gets bent...
Forum: Common Questions & Troubleshooting 10-24-2013, 01:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 763
Posted By RalphP
Add to the load resistor comment - splice one in...

Add to the load resistor comment - splice one in on the front each side FIRST, don't do the back until you find out that it didn't do the job.

And - you don't have to do the brake lights, unless you...
Forum: Common Questions & Troubleshooting 10-23-2013, 11:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,087
Posted By RalphP
Can also be a partially plugged heater...

Can also be a partially plugged heater core.

Time for a flush (preferably a backflush of the core!), and after that, be VERY certain to burp the cooling system properly.

And if that doesn't fix it,...
Forum: Common Questions & Troubleshooting 10-12-2013, 10:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 570
Posted By RalphP
A known problem on the N body Malibus is the...

A known problem on the N body Malibus is the ignition switch.

One thing to test - pull the radio temporarily (so you can get your hand back there!), and ... push the connector back on the switch...
Forum: Common Questions & Troubleshooting 09-20-2013, 05:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 395
Posted By RalphP
Do remember, autolights <> DRL. Sounds...

Do remember, autolights <> DRL.

Sounds like the sensor, or the control electronics, are confused.

RwP
Forum: LA1 3400 Specific 09-12-2013, 12:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,173
Posted By RalphP
Starter will go before the fuel pump. Also -...

Starter will go before the fuel pump.

Also - when it does this, how much gas do you put into the car, on a total fill up?

That's a big hint there.

Past that - it could be a break in the inlet pipe...
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