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    Ignition switch?

    Tried to start today, and the key turned past where it usually stops and the ignition felt very loose; would not start or turn back to turn off accessory lights etc. Did something in the ignition switch break off? Estimate for repair? Thank you!
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    Congrats to team USA!!

    The red/white/blue won their semifinal game versus Finland today and will play in the gold medal game against Canada Sunday afternoon! This is a rematch of the 2002 gold medal game and an earlier game from this tournament which the USA won. Here's to another 'miracle' this year!
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    98 Oldsmobile Cutlass PCV valve

    Tomorrow I'm changing a few minor parts out for my friend's car including this. Easy to find and change out on this model? Is there a website w/pics similar to a Haynes manual? Thanks guys!
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    Ramps Sliding

    Hey guys Sorry if this is repetitive, I forgot the search trick to get more results, but what is an effective way to prevent metal ramps from sliding on your garage floor when driving up them? Would the plastic ones have this problem? Thanks!
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    Starter?

    Just had to replace the starter in my Crown Vic. What's the estimated life span for these? I average starting it around 3-4 times a day if that makes a difference. Thank you in advance!
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    Piston disintegrated!

    My last vehicle, a 1998 Escort w/4 cyl, had a piston break apart while driving. It had 180k and I generally stuck to an OCI of 3k with 60/40 hwy. I wasn't pushing it when it broke apart. What would cause this? Simply age? Poor maintenance previously? As an aside, I spent $1100 to rebuild the...
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    Transmission issues

    My Crown Vic currently has 285k miles and I've had transmission issues recently. Month ago it stopped working, after giving a few hints, and the 1-2 pistons were replaced along with filter and fluid. Does okay now, except it hestitates when I gas it at high speeds, for instance if I want to go...
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    Recommendations for 97 Crown Vic?

    I just inherited a 1997 Crown Vic w/250k miles. The oil changes did not come as faithfully as I'd like, so I'm guessing there is some sludge. What is the best course of action regarding weight/type/brand of oil?? Any advice on a filter? I'm thinking about using Pennzoil, Havoline, or Castrol...
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