The Old Car Blog

On the old car blog we focus on automobiles that are 10 to 20 years old. These soldiers of the working class help us get to work and take our kids to school every day.

Unfortunately, the quality of these automobiles fresh off the assembly line was somewhat questionable. I performed dealership level warranty repairs on these cars from the 80s, 90s and most of the 2000 decade.

I've seen firsthand that even when these units were brand spanking new they could be a basket full of problems. Add in the ravages of time and high mileage and I think it’s safe to say these cars will most likely be troublesome to the day they wind up at the local junkyard.

Never Fear Improving Reliability is Near

Automotive computers continued to evolve quickly through this two decade period of time. Not only did the computer communication speeds increase the quality of the automotive sensors they connected to also improve with every passing year.

Thankfully, the reliability and durability of the surrounding systems also improved year over year. Since these old cars require more maintenance and incur higher auto repair bills we created this blog to support these troublesome rides.

Below you'll find articles outlining specific problems and solutions that plague these aging forms of transportation. The old car blog also includes an RSS feed that helps you monitor when new posts are created. Although this real simple syndication seems to be a thing of the past, we still find some value in it.

In fact, since it's an old-school method of communication it seems to fit in perfectly with our old-school rides. Tell your friends that you just subscribed to The Old Car Blog RSS feed and they might think you have timed warped a decade back into the past.

New Posts on the Old Car Blog

Honda Harmonic Balancer Crankshaft Pulley and Tools

The Honda harmonic balancer crankshaft pulley will not last as long as the engine. See symptoms and replacement tips for Honda crank pulleys.

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Chevy Steering Wheel Switches Parts and Repair Guide

See why Chevy steering wheel switches need replacing. Find parts and learn how to remove the old switches from a Chevrolet truck or car.

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See Five Things Your Q50 Needs Now and in the Future

Discover five things your Q50 might need now. The Q from 2013 hasn't changed much and requires similar repairs to the 2024 models..

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Toyota Corolla Interior Door Handle Repair Procedure

The Toyota Corolla interior door handle will break. It happens on the driver side door first. However, consider a set of four new handles.

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Headlight Lens Restoration System by 3M

A headlight lens restoration system improves clarity. With that said, results may be temporary. Review the step people miss.

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Why the Chevrolet Oxygen Sensor Fails

The Chevrolet oxygen sensor will not last forever. Find out how long these parts last and review the symptoms when they need replacement.

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Infiniti Q50 Problems Covered Under Warranty

Learn about Infiniti Q50 problems covered under warranty. We discuss the most common problems and talk about the limited warranty on the failures.

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Mass Air Flow Sensor Car Problems Solved

See mass air flow sensor parts with high failure rates on popular cars. Review symptoms and engine light codes for failed MAF sensor parts.

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GM V6 Ignition Coil Problem Repair Guide and Parts

Solve the GM V6 ignition coil problem using a solution that reduces repeat failures. Review symptoms associated with the GM V6 coil problem.

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Ford Door Latch Cable Repair Parts and Complete Guide

Ford door latch cable problems make it difficult to open the doors on popular Ford trucks. Learn how to get the door open and repair it.

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Power Steering Noise Common Problems Solved

Identify a power steering noise from other sounds. Review common steering system problems. See what causes power steering pump issues.

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Solve the Ford Crankshaft Pulley Problem

The Ford crankshaft pulley problem on cars and trucks with the 4L V6 engine explained. See how to fix this common problem.

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Compare The Standard Infiniti Q Versus the Red Sport Edition

Compare the Infiniti Q versus the Red Sport edition. Mechanic and Q owner provides detailed opinions. See if the Red Sport edition is worth the extra $15k.

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See How the Car AC Service Scam Works

See the difference between a car AC service scam and a service that will help. See if this maintenance procedure can actually provides value.

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Replacing Nissan Cabin Filters Located Behind the Glovebox

Nissan cabin filters on the Maxima and Altima requires no tools to replace. See a video covering Nissan and Infiniti pollen filter changes.

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Chevy Blazer Engine Mount Problems Solved for Good

The Chevy Blazer engine mount is a common problem. Review symptoms and diagnostic procedures to confirm a bad motor mount and review service procedures.

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Solve Power Mirror Switch Problems on Chevrolet Trucks

See why the power mirror switch goes out on Chevrolet cars and trucks from the 2000's. Learn to diagnose failed switches and how to replace them as well.

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Review Common MAP Sensor Problem on GM Cars

See MAP sensor problem symptoms for many popular V6 powered GM cars. Review tech tips for replacing the map sensor without breaking the clips.

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Door Lock Actuator Diagnosis and Repair Procedures

The door lock actuator fails on many popular automobiles. See how to diagnose problems with this security device and find replacement door lock actuator parts.

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Author bio : Mark is a retired ASE certified master technician, Chevrolet Professional Service Council member and the founder of FixMyOldRide.com. Watch the video on the about Mark the mechanic page to see his credentials. Mark hand writes all of the articles on FixMyOldRide.com unless indicated otherwise.