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    2005 Chevy Malibu Maxx?

    the +/- button is the Tap-Up/Tap-Down sport shifting option on the sports transmission. it allows to manually shift the transmission up or down, to use this feature place the transmission into D. hope this helps
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    can a 96 ford ranger tow a boat with te factory bumper mounted hitch?

    looks like your ranger has very limited towing cap. 1996 Ford Ranger Reg Cab (2WD) 2.3 I-4 2,300lbs hope this helps
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    Can a 2002 Jeep Liberty Limited pull a fairly average 20 foot boat?

    your jeep liberty is designed to tow up to 5,000lbs. hope this helps
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    how do i make my 93 chevy k5 more responsive?

    what size tires are you running? if your K5 has been lifted and/or is running larger tires you may need to change differential gears. stock was probably 373, but if you are running 33" tires then going to 410 gears will bring you back to stock engine rpm rangeand add a lot of performance. hope...
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    I have a toyota corolla 2007 4 cylinder car. I would like to know if I could drive

    if your car is in good mechanical condition, then driving to Florida should not be a problem. we have owned several toyotas in the past and while corolla's are compact cars, they are usually very reliable and easy to drive. you should get mid 30mpg. on the highway. just remember to plan your...
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    Where is the best place to buy a pre 2000 chevy silverado 1500 or 2500 xtra...

    you will find them listed on your local craig's list and Ebay price will vary based on the mileage and condition of the truck. the diesels will be more expensive, but will last longer. prices can start at as little as $4,000. if you take to a chevy owner he will tell you to buy chevy, same...
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    Where is the best place to buy a pre 2000 chevy silverado 1500 or 2500 xtra...

    you will find them listed on your local craig's list and Ebay price will vary based on the mileage and condition of the truck. the diesels will be more expensive, but will last longer. prices can start at as little as $4,000. if you take to a chevy owner he will tell you to buy chevy, same...
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    I bought a 81 Chevy Silverado, it has a 20 above the 'Silverado' on the RS fender.

    K20 are 4x4 C20 are 4x2 both are 3/4 ton pick ups hope this helps
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    Does a 2005 Toyota Corola have a timing belt or a timing chain?

    2003 to 2008 toyota corolla's have timing chain. hope this helps
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    When sailing, does hiking increase side slip?

    the center board is designed to reduce side slip. by allowing the boat to sail at 45 degrees you have lost dagger-board resistance and increased side slip. by hiking you are flattening out the boat and reducing side slip. sailing the boat flatter is also faster.
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    Where can I buy Turtle Wax Color Magic car polish?

    it may be worth a try but if the paint is gone, then a new paint job is needed. good luck
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    What's a good commuter bike for 10 miles per day?

    i used a mountain bike for my 6 mile commute and it worked very well. you can look at recumbent bikes and trikes as well as electric bikes hope this helps
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    Small Dinghy (Rib) with yamaha engine shortshaft, would a long-shaft engine be quicker?

    if your inflatable has a 15" transom then the short shaft motor is the correct size for it. buying a long shaft motor would not be faster. it would just create more drag. if its a 20" transom then the long shaft is the correct size. a 4hp is not going to propel you rib very fast. you may need...
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    Question about Manual Cars?

    in a manual shift car if the motor is running and the car is stopped it either has to be out of gear in neutral or the you will need to have the clutch in. if you try to stop with out putting in the clutch the engine will stop. the common procedure with a standard shift car as they are...
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    Nissan Maxima or Toyota Camry?

    the nissan is sportier, more fun to drive the toyota is more reliable. i'd take the maxima
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