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2001 Ford Ranger XLT tailgate won't open as the catch won't release on the passenger's side. The plastic connector from the remote control link to the remote control is broken on the right side (left is a survivor!). See picture. What is the part number for this plastic connector or assembly? Is...

Looking at a new laptop & trying to decide between a 15.6" & 17.3". I've pretty much settled on a 15.6". My current laptop is a Toshiba Qosmio from 10 years ago & is 17" nominal. So, I don't mind heft in a laptop & would like to keep for a good while. I also would like some thoughts on all the...

Do S. Coifman watches have much quality, accuracy, reliability to them? Or is it a case where the pre-1950's (or whatever date) are good, but the recent (last decade) are throwaway garbage? Is it where it's obvious that when they were built in x = great, but now built in y = stay away? I'm...

2003 Ford F-150 SuperCab Lariat 5.4L V8, 4R70W 4-speed 14-bolt transmission, 2WD 12-bolt rear 3.55 Limited Slip 9.75" axle The issue is that the indicator on the steering column is offset meaning that when it shows to be in Reverse it really is in Park & on down the line the offset goes. It...

School me on attic ladders. We have a Louisville Ladder aluminum pull down attic ladder. It's rated for 300# (or 350#) but is flimsy. The poor quality hardware has pulled through the panelling. It was installed in 2006 when the house was built. Not much R-factor. I'm trying to decide if it...

2013 Ford Explorer XLT 3.5L Duratec V6 FWD with 110k miles Looking to replace the front brakes for a friend. Brake pads & rotors were replaced 45k miles ago with something from Brakes for Less. So, going to replace front pads & rotors again but this time with some quality parts as I suspec they...

What are good options for running Python on an Android tablet? It's a Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ 512MB. Thanks.

I have a 2002 Honda Accord EX V6 auto sedan with ~267k miles giving codes P0401 and P1399 with driveability issues. I've performed the EGR port cleaning throughout the car's life a few times even TSB 99-085 where the pipe kit is used in the manifold. EGR valve was replaced ~ 35k miles ago when I...

I have a 2002 Honda Accord (almost 270k miles) with leather driver seat which needs repaired/replaced. It's several hundred dollars to have repaired by a local upholstery shop. Weathertech has seat protectors for $140. The only other option I can think of is a junkyard which I'm doubtful of...

I need to remove the radio in the 2001 Ranger. It appears that Ford p/n T87P-19061-A (415-001) is what is used. However, that is turning up as no longer a good p/n. Is there a good part number for this? Thank you.

2003 Ford F-150 5.4L Lariat 4R70W 2WD need to identify what rear is on this vehicle. The axle code on the driver's door jamb is H9 which tells me this is a limited slip with 3.55 gear ratio. However, is it a 8.8, 9.75, other? The tag on the pumpkin bolt simply provides information about the gear...

2012 Buick Verano 6T40 6-speed AT Are there any methods to check the transmission fluid level on a '12 Buick Verano with 6T40 6-speed automatic transmission without a scan tool? For example, my '16 Highlander lists the steps in the FSM of how to do this w/o a scan tool. I realize that I can...

2012 Buick Verano 2.4L Ecotec has the oil canister on top with limited access. The cainster housing has a 32mm hex on top. A standard depth 32mm socket will not fit or at least the Wright Tools that I tried which is ~54mm long. Snap On 1/2" drive is 47mm but that seems too big as well. Are there...

I would like to install a backup heater for the house. Current HVAC is dual fuel with a 1000-gal propane tank buried in the back yard. Concern is not power outage as we have a 16kW propane generator, but rather equipment failure and long wiat for replacement parts. What are some decent options...

Whirlpool propane dryer model GGW9250PW3 which is 15 years old is taking hours longer to dry a normal load. This has been an issue in the past and even now for a while. Historically, I've replaced both coils. Once no heat and one of them was shot. Another time because taking hours to dry a...

Model number JDS9860BDW Serial number 13675764JN Jenn-Air slide-in dual fuel downdraft range has a gas cooktop and electric oven. The cooktop still works fine with the 120V provide spark to igniters. However, the oven will not work at all since the touchpad won't light up. The oven light...

We have a Kirby vacuum cleaner handed down from grandparents. G4 80th anniversary edition so early 1990s What good repair & parts sites would be recommended assuming that one can buy Kirby parts & not required to go to a repair shop? It makes quite a racket - figure it's the fan being...

Considering the first ATF change on a 2019 Toyota RAV4 FWD with the 8-speed. I've changed it in a 2015 RAV4 previously and in my 2016 Highlander a few times so am aware of the procedure for the temperature range and the whole bit with the straw, etc. However, in this '19 RAV4 the fill plug seems...

What's a good way to get rid of a vehicle that is no longer wanted but still get a few bucks? '94 Grand Am 252k miles with blown head gasket. Do junkyards pay more if you can vehicle gets there under its own power? Wow did it have a cloud of white smoke when I stopped - kablamo! :) Could it be...

How are these two fuel lines removed from the fuel pump on a 2001 Ford Ranger XLT 4.0L? I've removed two of them which was a clip simply removed with a screwdriver. Thanks,