IS it falling apart?? :(

ADavis83 · 12-08-2005, 12:26 AM

Okay so here recently in the last month I've had some car problems. Crazy cuz I only have 64k on my car. Nov. 16th I took it into Jeep Lincoln Mercury dealer and I got my rearbank catalytic converter fixed (I know what they tell me I just don't know what it is lol). Then day after thanksgiving my engine light came on again.

I took it back in and got the intake manifold fixed. So what's next?? All I do have to say that has been good is the converter was under waranty, but the gaskets were not. My struts are bad, so I do have to get those fixed, but then what?? Just curious if anyone could predict the future,so I can prepare.

Thanks LOL

Icefury · 12-08-2005, 01:44 PM

It's impossible to predict what will go bad in the future. What I can tell you is you have a 6 yr old car @ 64k. Struts are a normal wear and tear item and a six year old car is going to typically have some things needing replaced. It sucks, but it's par for the course.

Suspension related items (which struts count as) and hoses are the most common things to go up in any 6 year old car. It's a pain to have to come out of pocket to fix a problem, but it still beats the pants off a car payment.

Seeing as your @ the 60k marker, it's a general good rule of thumb to have the car spark plugs, spark plug wires, transmission fluid, fuel filter, and belts replaced if they have not been done yet. Ask your mechanic to check the hoses and suspension.

Hope this helps

2kBlackCatGurl · 12-08-2005, 02:31 PM

One the 5-year mark is past, it feels like every car starts to have a few problems. My dad keeps reminding me that fixing a few things here & there is still cheaper than having to make a car payment every month. I know it's true, but it still sucks. So, I know what you mean!!

Guile · 12-08-2005, 07:57 PM

I would expect to have the brakes done if you havn't yet mine went at around 70k, if you havn't done your alternator yet expect it to go south around 90k and make sure you change your belts and fluids. Its just maintance. Get yourself a boyfriend who can work on cars would save you a ton.

ADavis83 · 12-09-2005, 05:28 PM

Thanks for everyones advice..i'll check into a few more things, but it definately drives better. So here's something else that really pisses me off

. I went out last night and where i parked my car at my friends apt. some asshole hit my car and didn't leave any info. here's a picture..

Guile · 12-10-2005, 12:08 PM

Geez that sux, are you taking to a body shop or do you have full coverage still? Is it a 4 or 6 cylinder? I'll see if I can find you door if you want?

CaeSly · 12-10-2005, 01:58 PM

Wow, that just pisses me off too

It's probably a good thing I didn't catch the guy that hit mine, cuz I probably would've killed him, and it was just knick. But dang, I'm so sorry Ash

Let me know if there's anything I can do.

ADavis83 · 12-11-2005, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Guile

Geez that sux, are you taking to a body shop or do you have full coverage still? Is it a 4 or 6 cylinder? I'll see if I can find you door if you want?

well..i took pics i have another one too..i do have full coverage on my car which is good..so i have to call monday and see what i need to do and where i should take it and blah..i have a 6 cylinder. You can look i just don't know what to do LOL...

ADavis83 · 12-11-2005, 12:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CaeSly

Wow, that just pisses me off too

It's probably a good thing I didn't catch the guy that hit mine, cuz I probably would've killed him, and it was just knick. But dang, I'm so sorry Ash

Let me know if there's anything I can do.

ya..it pisses me off too cuz im like dude..what the hell!! I don't know who hit mine but i would love to kick someones ass..i mean come on be honest ****ers lol sorry.. i'll let ya know but thanks i don't think i need anything unless my insurance says or whateva..thanks again

2kBlackCatGurl · 12-11-2005, 03:05 PM

That sucks, Ashley! Hopefully your insurance will just take care of it.

12-08-2005, 12:26 AM	#1 (permalink)
ADavis83 NECO Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 242	IS it falling apart?? :( Okay so here recently in the last month I've had some car problems. Crazy cuz I only have 64k on my car. Nov. 16th I took it into Jeep Lincoln Mercury dealer and I got my rearbank catalytic converter fixed (I know what they tell me I just don't know what it is lol). Then day after thanksgiving my engine light came on again. I took it back in and got the intake manifold fixed. So what's next?? All I do have to say that has been good is the converter was under waranty, but the gaskets were not. My struts are bad, so I do have to get those fixed, but then what?? Just curious if anyone could predict the future,so I can prepare. Thanks LOL __________________ -Ashley- 99 Laser Red

12-08-2005, 01:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
Icefury NECO Member Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 346	Re: IS it falling apart?? :( It's impossible to predict what will go bad in the future. What I can tell you is you have a 6 yr old car @ 64k. Struts are a normal wear and tear item and a six year old car is going to typically have some things needing replaced. It sucks, but it's par for the course. Suspension related items (which struts count as) and hoses are the most common things to go up in any 6 year old car. It's a pain to have to come out of pocket to fix a problem, but it still beats the pants off a car payment. Seeing as your @ the 60k marker, it's a general good rule of thumb to have the car spark plugs, spark plug wires, transmission fluid, fuel filter, and belts replaced if they have not been done yet. Ask your mechanic to check the hoses and suspension. Hope this helps __________________ Icefury's 2000 3.0 Hybrid SVT Contour

12-08-2005, 02:31 PM	#3 (permalink)
2kBlackCatGurl Tornado Alley Moderator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Columbia, Missouri Posts: 1,535	Re: IS it falling apart?? :( One the 5-year mark is past, it feels like every car starts to have a few problems. My dad keeps reminding me that fixing a few things here & there is still cheaper than having to make a car payment every month. I know it's true, but it still sucks. So, I know what you mean!! __________________ - Melissa 2000 Black V6 ATX "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts." - Mark Twain

12-08-2005, 07:57 PM	#4 (permalink)
Guile NECO Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 328	Re: IS it falling apart?? :( I would expect to have the brakes done if you havn't yet mine went at around 70k, if you havn't done your alternator yet expect it to go south around 90k and make sure you change your belts and fluids. Its just maintance. Get yourself a boyfriend who can work on cars would save you a ton. __________________ 99 MTX-Vortech S/C-Quife LSD-Unorthadox Clutch/Flywheel-Roush newstyle Wheels-Toyo Proxies T1s-MSD DIS4-Jackson Water Injection-SCT Custom Programing-APEXi RevSpeed-Autometer Boost, A/F, Fuel Pressure and Oil pressure Gauges-Poly Motor Mounts-Trunk Mounted OPTIMA Red Top-Borla Catback Single Outlet-Ford Racing wires-NGK plugs-PIAA fog lights-Roush Springs-Turboxs Diverter Valve-B&M Shifter-PLX wideband and converter

12-10-2005, 12:08 PM	#6 (permalink)
Guile NECO Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 328	Re: IS it falling apart?? :( Geez that sux, are you taking to a body shop or do you have full coverage still? Is it a 4 or 6 cylinder? I'll see if I can find you door if you want? __________________ 99 MTX-Vortech S/C-Quife LSD-Unorthadox Clutch/Flywheel-Roush newstyle Wheels-Toyo Proxies T1s-MSD DIS4-Jackson Water Injection-SCT Custom Programing-APEXi RevSpeed-Autometer Boost, A/F, Fuel Pressure and Oil pressure Gauges-Poly Motor Mounts-Trunk Mounted OPTIMA Red Top-Borla Catback Single Outlet-Ford Racing wires-NGK plugs-PIAA fog lights-Roush Springs-Turboxs Diverter Valve-B&M Shifter-PLX wideband and converter

12-10-2005, 01:58 PM	#7 (permalink)
CaeSly NECO Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 737	Re: IS it falling apart?? :( Wow, that just pisses me off too It's probably a good thing I didn't catch the guy that hit mine, cuz I probably would've killed him, and it was just knick. But dang, I'm so sorry Ash Let me know if there's anything I can do. __________________ MySpace Profile See My Car See My Bike

12-11-2005, 03:05 PM	#10 (permalink)
2kBlackCatGurl Tornado Alley Moderator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Columbia, Missouri Posts: 1,535	Re: IS it falling apart?? :( That sucks, Ashley! Hopefully your insurance will just take care of it. __________________ - Melissa 2000 Black V6 ATX "Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts." - Mark Twain

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