Frankenstein Car

Mr_McBeateralopy
Sat, 09 Jan 2010 19:16:12 +0000
Maintenance/Repairs

1st I have to point out that my car is a freak of nature. The ignition has been rerouted and uses what looks like a master lock key to start the car. The radiator has the original opening on it, as well as another area that takes anti-freeze nearer the top right (passenger) area, and there’s a run off container on the front right area. The thermostat was replaced last year (it’s in the hose and clamped shut on each side) yet I still have either no heat or very little heat after the car is warmed up. That is PROBLEM ONE. The current problem is that it won’t start. It turns over, but won’t start when it is cold outside(below freezing), OR recently WHEN IT IS HOT (or has been driven for 30-60 minutes or more) When it is hot (the engine not the temp outside) it takes like 30 - 55 minutes to cool down and then it will start. if it starts while still somewhat hot, the temp gauge drifts out of the C area and in the front portion of the H area. I already burned up one engine so I pull over if i can, but then it won’t start again. NOW however in this cold weather, it just cranks and doesn’t start. The battery is good, and jumping it for extra power doesn’t help. When it has started around the 38 degree outside temp, and I put it in a heated garage for an hour or so she fires right up and starts really strong! Could this be a need for a fuse somewhere? I recently noticed my GPS stopped working as the cig lighter no longer gave power. I’ve already replaced the spark plugs and wires (less than a year ago) I really need help here as I lost my job and finding a new one depends on so much, including a vehicle I can rely on. Thanks in advance for any input/help!

Tom

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