Kamis, 31 Oktober 2013

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      Rabu, 30 Oktober 2013

      Expensive Car Repair Mistake #3 - Ignoring Vehicle Symptoms

      We pay attention to symptoms that our bodies give us when something is wrong. If we ignore these
      symptoms, we can end up paying thousands in medical bills. Your vehicle works the same way. Your vehicle has many different ways to tell you if something is not operating as it should in one of its many systems.

      When something doesn't sound, smell, or look right, check under your hood first. Your mechanic will thank you for knowing more about your vehicle and you can potentially save a lot of money, too.

      Never ignore a constant symptom with your vehicle!

      The most important things your vehicle needs are regular oil changes, automatic transmission flushes and brakes. By having these services performed at regular intervals by a qualified technician, your vehicle can also be checked for any symptoms you may have missed or other services needed before they turn into large repairs needed.


      In between these services, it is important to listen to what your vehicle is telling you, so you can identify a simple problem before it turns into a major problem! For example, if your is pulling to the left while you are driving, you could have low tire pressure in one of your tires. An easy fix of removing a nail in your tire and having it patched could prevent a flat tire and even an accident.

      Is your check engine light on? It could be a simple problem such as a bad oxygen sensor or just a loose gas cap.

      You should be checking the following regularly without any abnormal symptoms from your vehicle:
      • air filter
      • wiper blades
      • fluid levels (brake, power steering, coolant, oil, transmission)
      • Battery terminals (Are they corroded?)   
      • Belts (Are there any visible cracks?)


      If one of the above items are mentioned when you bring your vehicle in for service, ask the mechanic to show it to you or to keep the old parts if you approve the repairs when given an estimate. If you want to wait to have the repairs or service completed, ask the shop these questions: 
      • What are the downsides of waiting for the repairs? 
      • Does it need to be completed right away? 
      • Is it a safety issue? 
      • Will the part fail and leave me stranded if I wait?

      Mastermind Enterprises Auto Repair in Denver will offer you suggestions of what the most important service your vehicle will need in the next 10,000-20,000 miles. We want to give you time to decide how and when you want to service you vehicle. By offering you recommendations, you can make the best plan for repairing your vehicle. We realize every vehicle has different needs based on driving conditions and the driver, that's why we customize a plan that works for you and your specific vehicle needs.

      It's true that noises are part of operating a vehicle, 
      but not all noises are normal.

      If you have a question about your vehicle, we are happy to help. Sometimes the answer will be, "We will need you to bring your vehicle in for a diagnosis before we can give you an accurate estimate." If you already know what is wrong with your vehicle, we are happy to provide you with a free estimate on repairs.

      Abnormal Vehicle Symptoms to Pay Attention To Right Away
      • Check Engine Light On
      • Vehicle Dash Warning Lights On
      • Abnormal Sounds (See List Below)
      • Unusual Smells (including a maple syrup smell)
      • Unusual Visible Symptoms (Leaks, Smoking)
      • Lack of Power
      • Intermittently Starting Vehicle
      • Incorrectly Marking Gauges (Temperature, Gas, Speedometer, etc.)

      Abnormal Vehicle Sounds to Pay Attention To Right Away
      • Loud bang or Thumping 
      • Flapping or Whining
      • Any sound when turning a corner
      • Clunking when braking 
      • Scraping, Grinding or Squealing wheels when applying brakes
      • Grinding manual transmission when shifting
      • Hissing or sizzling under the hood
      • Knocking, Popping, Tapping, or Clicking from the engine compartment
      • Low-pitch humming or Rattles from under the car
      • Squealing, Chirping or Roaring that increases with acceleration

      Ignoring your vehicle's abnormal symptoms will not make them magically go away. Fixing the problem as soon as you notice something is wrong can save you from bigger, more expensive repairs down the road.

      Call Mastermind Enterprises Today at 303-297-2886 with questions you have about your vehicle or bring your vehicle in anytime using our 24 Hour Key Drop
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      Is Your Battery Ready For another Cold Winter!

      October 30, 2013

      With winter fast approaching and predictions of another cold and miserable winter, is your battery ready for the challenge of winter starting. It is a proven fact in most cases, that your battery will lose 33 percent of its power when the temperature dips below freezing, and over 50 percent when it falls below zero.

      Keep these facts in mind, you need a battery that will provide you with painless and peace of mind, no one needs to be stranded in no man's land. With colder temperatures, it will take up twice the amount of current need in favourable conditions.

      Some Advice on how to Winterizing Your Battery:

      -Get Professional opinion on the condition of your battery, the naked eye is not always able to look for for corrosion that is hidden under the metal between the connection and terminal.

      -Never allow your battery to give in to old man winter, why you should always have your charging system tested at least every six months.

      -Charge your battery so it can maintain a proper charging level, with a fully charged battery there is a good chance your battery will with stand the temperature to at least -40 Celsius.

      -You should also check the battery posts, fasteners, making sure there is an above average connection, and secured properly to the battery.

      Check List for Peace of Mind Weatherization:

      Now is the time to fully check your vehicle to meet and exceed winter driving, now just only your battery. Some helpful tips on what you should check and replace if needed.

      -Check and replace windshield wipers every 12 months.
      -Check windshield fluid weekly or as need, use a 50/50 combination washer fluid and water.
      -Check and make sure defroster and heater are working to there capabilities.
      -Check all your bulbs, lights and are working properly.
      -Check your tire pressure at least once a week, check inside the drivers door for proper PSI.
      -Change you oil at every 5,000 km or 3,000 miles.
      -Check your exhaust system for any leaks.
      -You should also perform a flush on your cooling system and add new fluid at a 50/50 ratio.
      -Check all your belts, clamps and hoses.


      You should also invest in an emergency kit, so in case you do break down you have the necessary items to get you back on the road. Such as a battery booster pack, cell phone, blankets, flash-light and some high energy snack bars.  





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      Selasa, 29 Oktober 2013

      Should You Rebuild or Replace Your Land Rover V8?



      That is the question facing more and more Discovery II owners as their engines age.  Land Rover’s Buick-designed aluminum V8 engines were never paragons of reliability; engines in the last P38 Range Rover and Discovery II models are arguably their worst.

      There are three common failure modes.  Most common is the overheating failure, where the engine consumes coolant for a while and then overheats whenever it’s driven. Sometimes people fail to catch this in time, and the engine is driven till seizure.

      Land Rover V8 with block failure behind the liner.  Coolant scours the piston clean
      I've got several articles on liner failure online.  Here is the latest one.  This story explains the process in detail.

      The next failure starts with oil pressure loss. The post-1998 oil pump is integrated into the front cover, and it’s prone to wear out over 100,000 miles.  If the pump merely wears you get low oil pressure, and a light at idle.  That can actually be fixed with a new front cover.  However, it’s often accompanied by worn main and rod bearings.  We’ve also seen the thrust faces break off the center mains, and either of those failures will necessitate engine overhaul.  If the pump actually fractures internally you can get total loss of pressure, and engine failure if the warning light is ignored.

      The gear in this oil pump broke into pieces

      The final failure is unacceptable motor knocking.  Sometimes this comes from lifters or rocker shafts but more often the noise is deeper inside - in the pistons.  We’ve also heard heavy noises from the lower end. The piston skirts wear and the motor starts knocking, first when cold and then all the time.  There’s no cure for this short of complete overhaul.



      The only cure for excess piston skirt clearance is new pistons

      It’s said that the production tooling had worn out but Rover continued to use it.  However it happened, the result was a series of engines whose internal clearances were at the wear limits before they even left the factory.  Internal balancing was abandoned to save costs, and finish quality dropped. Internal stress increased as the rated power was raised; first in 1999 and again in 2003.  The final straw was extra heat from leaner running; these motors were beyond their limits to achieve post-1997 emission compliance. 

      Where the engines in older Rover models often went 200,000 miles or more, these final series motors seldom hit that mark. Most fail by 120,000 miles and a few don’t even reach 60,000. They seem to have gotten worse with age.

      So what do you do about it?

      Over the last decade, used Land Rover values have fallen and repair costs have risen.   Short block engines cost just $1,000 in 2004; by 2013 they were $6,000+ if you could find them. Long blocks - with the oil pump and heads - are closer to $8,000 Even so, the repair decision remains easy on a Defender, where vehicle values are usually above $50,000 and holding.  No sensible person would scrap a Defender for mere engine failure.  The situation is different for Range Rovers and Discoveries because those vehicles may be worth less than $10,000, and total repair costs can easily exceed that number.

      If you’ve got a Rover whose engine is on its way out you basically have three choices:
      • Scrap the truck;    
      • Install a used motor;
      • Rebuild your motor, or buy a rebuilt motor.
      Some people will read this and ask, what about a different motor, a Chevy or Toyota conversion?  If you've got an old Rover, and you live in a place that does not have emission testing, that is an option. Unfortunately most 2000-newer Rovers in America are subject to emission test, many through the OBD port, and an engine conversion will not work for them.  Your conversion options are mostly applicable to 1995-older trucks without OBD II.  It's also worth noting that a high quality engine conversion is often 100+ hours of work, so there is no cost savings to this route if you pay to have the work done.

      If the Discovery is “just a car” to you, the scrapyard option may look attractive; people in that position tend to move on to other brands of car.  Major repairs are what separate the serious enthusiasts from the weekend dilettantes.  The weasels get a can of gas and a match, and get ten grand from the insurance company.  A few good men take their own ten grand, and do a proper repair.  Then they go out and burn the gas, chasing action through backwoods and beaches. 

      If you are dedicated to Land Rover, and like the separate frame/live axle design of these trucks, you know there is no present-day equivalent.  As an off-road platform the built-up Discovery II outperforms the Defender in many situations, with vasty improved civility and much greater family acceptability.  If you agree with all this, and your truck is in good shape otherwise, the most sensible option may well be repair.

      That leaves you with a choice of engines.  I’m often asked about used motors for these trucks, and I am never in favor of that idea.  The reason:  any used motor you find is going to be 10 years old at least.  If its not worn out, it’s going to be well on the way.  Worst of all, any used motor is going to retain all the design flaws the motor you have now has, and it may blow up a month or two after installation.  When I look at the cost of used motors and the effort it takes to put them in I think you’d be nuts to choose that route.

      If you’re still thinking about that notion, just remember that your late-series Land Rover V8 was a fatally flawed design.  What sense does it make to put another flawed motor in your rig?

      To me, the only option that makes sense is the fitment of a flange-liner motor with a new front cover; one where the late series design deficiencies have been addressed.  That is the solution that leads to long term reliability.



      I’ve written several articles about the use of flanged liners to fix overheating in these engines.  When that technique is combined with new pistons and an updated front cover, and the motor is blueprinted and balanced you end up with a rugged and smooth running engine that will last a long time. 

      A rebuilt Rover engine, ready to install
      Robison Service has been rebuilding engines like that for several years; it’s the only way we do Land Rover V8 motors now.  Other companies in the UK and the USA are offering engines with various combinations of parts and technology.  In my opinion that is the way to go.

      There are still a few “old style” short blocks in the market with the original Land Rover tube liners.  I suggest avoiding those motors as they have all the flaws of the original engines.

      Now for the final question:  What will it cost:

      *** SPRING 2016 UPDATE: The total cost, parts and labor, to rebuild one of these Land Rover V8 motors, including removal, teardown, overhaul and refit; fit flanged liners, and do all the other work that's typically needed runs $12-15,000.  It's a significant commitment and there are no good shortcuts.  ***

      A set of pistons, flanged liners, bearings, and other parts to rebuild a short block will run a bit more than $3,000.  The machine work to rebuild a short block is substantial.  Here is what we do in our shop:
      • ·      Tank clean and bead blast the block
      • ·      Remove the old liners and check for cracks
      • ·      Repair the cracks
      • ·      Check the block for straightness, corrosion, and other damage
      • ·      Machine the block to accept flanged liners, and install the liners
      • ·      Bore liners to match the new pistons
      • ·      Rebuild crank and rods
      • ·      Line bore block if needed; deck cylinder head surfaces;
      • ·      Balance rotating mass
      • ·      Assemble short block
      We can change displacement from 4.0 to 4.6, or something a bit larger.  Upgrade costs can be anything from $1,200 up.  Other shops may follow different steps, or a subset of these steps.  Not all blocks are rebuildable; a few are too damaged from overheating.  Expect the total cost for a rebuilt short block to be in the $5,000-6,500 range; more for custom work.  You can rebuild the block you have (that's what we do most of the time) or you can buy an exchange block, already built.  

      Then you get into the rest of the job . . . 

      Add a couple thousand more to rebuild the heads, replace the front cover and take care of the other rebuilding work.  That gives you what rebuilders call a "long block" - a complete motor less the covers, accessories, brackets, hoses and wiring.  Those too can be purchased or made.

      A wise owner looks at the ancillary items – things that should be attended to when the motor is out. New water pump, hoses, motor mounts are just a few possibilities.  You may need a radiator, or AC work, or a steering box and lines.  Those costs should be added in for a first-rate job.  You should also consider cosmetics - do you care how the engine bay looks?  If you do, this is the time to refinish or re-plate under hood pieces while they are all out and apart.  The change may be striking:

      A restored D90 engine bay
      Finally there is the labor to do the job; expect this work to consume 30-40 hours at whatever labor rate prevails in your area; more if you get into detailing or custom work.  Jobs like this typically cost $11-14,000 in my part of the country, as of fall 2014.


      It’s expensive, for sure, but it’s the only repair that’s going to last.  If you have a Rover V8 and you want to preserve it I suggest giving this plan serious consideration.

      1995 Range Rover Classic atop Killington Mountain
      Note:  The advice in this article applies to any 1987-newer Land Rover with V8 engine.  If you have a pre-1999 engine you may not need the flanged liners but the rest of the job is essentially the same.  Owners of older cars should also consider a diesel conversion, something that is not possible for those of us with newer vehicles in states where emission testing is a requirement.

      Here are three articles about internal problems in the V8s:

      V8 engine failures - slipped liners and more - from 2009

      Should you rebuild a failed Land Rover motor? I have an article about that situation here that covers the decision process

      What's the latest on top hat or flanged liners? This article tells all you want to know about the flanged liner overhaul

      Discovery II models also have a problem with frame rust.  We first began to see this in the spring of 2014, when we saw several trucks whose rear frames rusted right through over the winter.  These vehicles seemed more vulnerable to rust than the earlier models.  Read this article to find out why, and what you can do about it.

      Are you thinking of restoring a Land Rover?  This article shows some of what's involved.  This article explains the difference between repair and restoration, two very different processes.

      If you drive a Range Rover Sport or LR3, read this story on differential failures

      And if your supercharged Rover is losing power - read this

      Programming keys for your Land Rover is here

      (c) J E Robison Service


      John Elder Robison is the founder of J E Robison Service, independent Land Rover specialists in Springfield Massachusetts.  John has been part of the Land Rover community for 28 years; since the marque’s 1987 return to North America.

      Senin, 28 Oktober 2013

      Expensive Car Repair Mistake #2 - Ignoring a Check Engine Light

      Ignoring your check engine light or service engine soon light can mean major repairs for your vehicle, possibly even an engine replacement. 

      One of the most critical warnings that your vehicle can give you when it is not functioning properly is to illuminate your check engine light or service engine soon light. The main function of a check engine light is to alert the driver to a variety of existing potential problems, even if the vehicle appears to be running normally. At Mastermind Enterprises Auto Repair Shop in Denver, we offer you a FREE computer scan and diagnosis* in our shop.

      Don't Just Turn Off Your Check Engine Light - 
      Fix the Problem!

      The check engine light means that you need to get your vehicle checked out as soon as possible. You don't necessarily have to pull over to the side of the road immediately and call a tow truck. There could be a problem from something as simple as a loose gas cap to a seriously misfiring engine to a faulty catalytic converter.

      WARNING!!
      Your Check Engine Light May Signal a SERIOUS PROBLEM!
      • Failures that can leave you stranded
      • System malfunction(s) that can damage other systems
      • Up to 40% decrease in gas mileage
      • Catastrophic damage that can cost you more later
      • Emissions test failure
      There are numerous systems that turn on the check engine light including the ignition system, fuel injection system or the emission control system. The light will also let you know if there is a simple problem with your engine that is affecting your gas mileage.

      Let Mastermind Enterprises diagnose your Check Engine Light!
      Call us today at 303-297-2886 or send us an email


      Check Engine Lights come in different colors including orange, yellow or amber (depending on the vehicle manufacturer). If your check engine light or service engine soon light is flashing, it is telling you there is a more serious problem like a misfire. A misfire can overheat the catalytic converter that could create a fire hazard if it is malfunctioning.

      Common malfunctions that illuminate the Check Engine Light are:
      • a loose gas cap
      • faulty oxygen sensors
      • faulty mass air sensor
      • faulty spark plugs or wires
      • faulty catalytic converter(s)
      • poor gas mileage
      When you take your vehicle to a shop for a check engine light diagnosis, make sure they have professional ASE Certified technicians who are trained in OBDII diagnosis and repair. The technician needs to understand and examine the data streams including the idle speed, throttle response, engine temperature, fuel system pressure, manifold vacuum, exhaust emission levels and many other symptoms that point to what is causing the problem when plugging in a diagnostic tool to your vehicle's computer.


      Your vehicle's computer can also be scanned by an inexpensive code reader or at a local auto parts store for free, but this will not necessarily tell you the problem your vehicle is having. It is a common misconception that the code given by the vehicle's computer instantly "diagnoses" the vehicle. The code simply gives the technician looking at your vehicle a starting point of where to start looking for problems. If you know the codes your vehicle's computer is producing, it is always helpful to the technician servicing your vehicle.

      Turning off your Check Engine Light does not repair the underlying problem and the light will come back on later, possibly leading to larger, more costly repairs later. 

      If your "Service Required" light comes on, this is different then the Check Engine Light or Service Engine Soon Light. This simply means your vehicle is due for an oil change or other scheduled maintenance. This light is a friendly reminder that it is time bring your vehicle in before you have bigger problems to worry about. It does not tell you that there is a problem with your vehicle.

      For any questions you have regarding your vehicle's Check Engine Light or Service Engine Soon Light, call Mastermind Enterprises today at 303-297-2886. We are happy to help you with your vehicle's needs every mile of the way!


      * Diagnosis up to 1 hour. Excludes Electrical Diagnosis. With approved repairs in our shop.