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:(:(Had a mechanic bang up a solenoind valve and put it back together with straws. It's a CSV or CRV solenoid, sits right on top of the engine.
I'd like to replace i with used but working. Anybody got one for sale or where is the best place to look near Richardson He also lost on of my head ligh:(:(t notor adjustment knobs. Mazda thinks these tings are made of gold
Can I get a translation on the above post in English please.
Thanks in advance!
WTF? :scratch:
Not a Clue??????
Year, Make, and Model of car please.
Also, if you have a picture of the damaged parts that would help.
Also, where is said bad mechanic who broke it but isn't replacing it?
Proofreading before clicking submit is a great idea if you want people to understand you and offer assistance.
Besides that, it might help to know the year model of your car. I'm assuming it's a 90-97 based on your mention of a "head ligh:sad::sad:t notor adjustment knobs" which I am assuming is a head light motor adjustment knob.
It still does not clarify your archaic typing.
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You might want to start over....
It sounds to me like you need a PCV Valve and a head light motor adjustment knob. I can sell you the knob. The PCV valve is not something that you really want to go used with. It is a maintenance item that should be replaced every 60k miles or so. Stop by any auto parts store and buy a new one... should be pretty cheap.
sounds like that thing on the valve cover of the 01+ motors?
Its a solenoid...94 m
Sits right on top of engine on a 94
Hell if I know what it does...but he upt it back tiogether with soda straws
Supposed to be unique to a 94
Would part number or pic help
Where's the nearest salvage yard?
A pic would help.
There are many folks here with parts stashes that might have it.
The tricky part is that there really isn't much on the engine that sounds like what you are describing.
Well, as many of you know, I have a 94. Upon closer inspection, I noticed a little solenoid between the plasma capacitor and the exhaust bearing switch. I'll see if I can find out the name of this little gizmo...
Aww come on dont start that with someone who is this new to cars. At least he admits he doesnt have a clue. Its the people who think they know everything but dont that need to fill up their headlight fluid.Quote:
Originally Posted by boisking
The only things that "sits right on top of the engine" are the oil filler cap, plug wires, and the PCV valve. At the back are the ignition coil packs. In front left is the throttle body with some switches and solenoids, but I wouldn't call that on top. Also, in front is a water temp sensor, but I wouldn't call that on top either.Quote:
Originally Posted by Winkie
Would that be PUT?
There is nothing unique to a 94, that you can see, at least.
Yes, a picture would help......a LOT!
...salvage lot..... It depends where you live! The metroplex is BIG. :rolleyes:
The only thing I can see that might somehow be rigged with soda straws would be the PCV valve.
Did he also put a little umbrella on it? If he did does it smell like pineapple?
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Sammm has some very special TCB magnets for the sort of person who would buy a used PCV valve... Those things are $2.50 at Autozone... That would be hilarious.
I sent flicks to those in the know
I need good salvage references in the Richarrdson area...don't want to have to make the trek out to Mazda Heaven
I've driven the same car for 14 years...want to drive it 14 more
no offense but if you're too stubborn to post pics except to "those in the know" then most of us could really give a crap about your busted car :)
If you want help from a forum, use some common sense and post all the pics you can. MadMerv for instance has been road racing miatas since they came out. I know I"ve seen him in them since 1994 personally at least. I've been working in, around, and on them since 1992. And plenty of others have as well. :)
So I'll put this as delicately as I can. Post pics, or quit asking stupid questions about something you have no idea what it is or how to describe it!
::Rant::::Rant::::Rant::
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Originally Posted by Winkie
Oh hell...
I guess I'm not someone knowledgeable about it since I didn't get a copy of the picture ;)
Since you are in Richardson, why don't you just drive down to Town North Mazda and ask the parts guy to look at it and sell you a replacement part?
Damn, I am not in the know! ::Cry2::
For whoever is in the know send me a copy of the picture I'd be happy to post it!
Me neither! And I've got one of those unique 94 models!;)Quote:
Originally Posted by POS Racing
I know some of you guys, didin't want anyone to get their knoickers in a wad.
Madmerv says it's the fuel pressure regulator for the fuel rail. North whatever mazda told me it ws a solenoid. I sent the pic to those who had an e-mail listed.
Trying to post a pic here was a pita...I don't have a web page, don't want a web page...and really don't want to work nights to maintain the servers that house them (which I do) Still I can take the crap, I need help finding one at a reasonable price
knickers
Hey I am actually in the Know! ::Banana::
POS FTW!
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I lied..........
Do you see the straw?????????? Does it have a Mazda part number???
Please don't send me to Miata technologies...Tom and I are like Gas and fire....don't let us get too close.Wht the hell is that damn thing?
Thanks for the pic post POS
Merv...you didn't lie...you offered the kindness of extra effort, much appreciated
This will scare you...I have a few more questions after I find this part
She overheats running the A/C driving home from work and to work (over 90 MPH
The me
Mechanic I mention fixed a blown head gasket (fixed?)
Brace yourself
Quick question on the overheating - Do you have your license plate blocking the airflow to the radiator and air conditioner? I know someonen whose car ran okay, put the plate hanging in that airflow and the car ran hot, moved the plate out of the airflow and it ran okay again.
Otherwise I would guess your mechanic "fixed" your head gasket like a vet "fixes" a pet's reproductive system. I could be wrong, though.
Hope this helps
For the sake of covering basics, make sure the cooling system is completely filled with clean 60/40 water-to-coolant mix (most "mild" overheating issues with any car is low coolant). Flushing the system is not a bad idea, as a preventative maintenance task. Then drive the car again and closely watch the temperature. If it still runs too warm, turn the car off and let it cool completely. Restart the car, and wait for the thermostat to open (hot water will begin circulating). As this happens, feel the radiator with your hand for hot/cool sections (indication of clogged radiator cores). As far as the head gasket goes; if you have good power, clean oil (not milky), and steam/smoke-free exhaust, you should be OK.Quote:
Originally Posted by Winkie
P.S. JeffMan, this is your opportunity to pick on somebody with worse grammar than you. Carpe Diem, buddy!
Ya know Winkie this sounds like a great time to get a new mechanic!Quote:
Originally Posted by Winkie
Talk to Miata Solutions who is Rogue on this board!
+1. He's on the other side of the metromess, but he's worth the drive.Quote:
Originally Posted by POS Racing
Regarding cooling - it might be something is simple as a stuck t-stat. The t-stat on these cars doesn't last very long, especially in our climate. I used to replace the t-stat annually on my car. A new one is a couple of bucks at Vatozone, and it only takes a few minutes to change.
If that doesn't fix it, you probably need a new radiator. Stock Miatas can be a bit marginal on cooling to begin with. Now you've got a fourteen year old radiator with umpteen thousand miles on it. Coolant leaves deposits in the radiator over time, and yours is probably well past its best.
You can buy some magic crap in a bottle that promises to flush all of that gunk out of your radiator, but I wouldn't bother. Especially since the OEM radiator has plastic end tanks, which on your car are now brittle with age. Nothing says suck like a blown motor because you cracked an endtank and left all your coolant on the PGBT during rush hour in 103 degrees.
Cough up ~$150 for a new radiator (don't forget new radiator hoses, a new t-stat, and a new gasket while you're at it!) and a twelve pack of beer (just remember that anything with Light in the name does not qualify as beer) for someone on here to install your shiny new radiator. Cooling problem solved.