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The Straight Shift is a podcast about cars! Car buying, car selling, car maintenance and repairs, safe driving tips, and general car-related nonsense designed to empower consumers. Brought to you by The Car Chick, the #1 trusted automotive expert for women and smart men.
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Welcome to the Pawlik Automotive car maintenance and car repair podcast, with reliability reviews and common problems of used car and truck brands.
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Its Your Car Your Data Or Is It Who's In Control
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Your Car Your Data Do get stuck without the right to repair your own car. Listen for details. Taurus Key Fobs Failed. 2012 Buick Lacrosse ABS Light and sensors. 2013 Chevy Malibu Dash Lights Flicker. Goodyear Brake Giveaway. Get Free Brakes! 1999 Olds 88 Door Locks. and Actuator. 2003 Dodge 1500 New Engine. A car in an open grave.…
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The Straight Shift, #70: How to Avoid Car Problems During a Divorce
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In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks with special guest, Lindsey Easterling of Easterling Family Law, about the most common problems people encounter during and after a divorce. Who gets the cars in a divorce? What if you can't afford the car payments? How do you preserve your credit? How do you get the car retitled in your …
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Have You Ever Had A Good Car Rust To Death
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2005 Toyota Tacoma Rusted Frame Repair. 2008 Kia Sportage Door Locks. 2013 Ford Edge Vibration. 2005 Silverado No Dash Power. Nominate a frontline worker even yourself if you are and possibly win a brake package worth hundreds of dollars. 1978 Ford F150 460 engine. Propane and Ethanol Power. Diesel Heating. A great SUV to buy cheap. Saturn SL1 with…
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2009 Landrover LR2, Crankcase Vent Valve
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Do you have a clunk in your steering shaft? Dorman talks to us about this and more! Stay Tuned! 2012 Regal eAssist won't charge. Hybrids, Electric Power. 2003 Dodge Ram Dually Diesel 639k Miles. Clifford The Big Red Dodge. Cold Fast Idle. 2008 Ford F150 Water On The Passenger Side Floor. AC Drains. 2006 Honda Ridgeline Fuel Mileage. 2008 Chevy Silv…
1998 Subaru Outback High Compression Engine. Poor Idle. Fuel Quality. Mice in a Vehicle. 1968 Camaro gets a New GTO Drivetrain. Train To Be A Tech! We need you in the industry. Check out Universal Technical Institute. 2004 Dodge Neon winter car. Manual Transmission or Clutch problem. Shifter Cables.2008 Chevy Silverado. Charging System error. 2005 …
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Are You So Attached To Your Car That It Has A Name
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2000 Silverado Fuel Pressure. Fuel Trims. Fuel Pumps. 1999 Chevy Tahoe. Breaks Transfer Case. 2013Toyota Tundra Body Lift. 2013 Toyota Vensa Alternator and Battery Failure No Crank Cars. 2007 Silverado Chevy Vortec Max Engine Blows Smoke. 2007 Lincoln MKZ No Crank Key Security. Cruisin The Coast. 2011 Ford Econoline Van. Body Repair. 2016 Ford Fusi…
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You Never Know What You Might Find Inside Of An Engine
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2015 Ecoboost Ford Turbocharger Failure. 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan Belt Falls Off. Automotive Parts Updates. 1994 F350 7.3 Powerstroke Diesel Fuel In Engine Oil. Rebuilding Engines. Catch Cans. Michael Simpson Wins A Hoodie! 2001 F150 5.4 Spark Plugs Blowing Out. 2003 Ford F150 5.4 No Start after Battery Change Tips. 2006 Dodge Charger. Clunk When T…
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The Straight Shift #69: How to Order a Car and Still Get a Great Deal
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In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about how to save money when ordering a car. Most dealers say you have to pay full sticker price if you order a car - not true! The Car Chick gives away her secrets on how to negotiate the price, even if you custom order a car, so you can still get a great deal.…
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You Cant Go Very Far If You Cant Fill Your Tank
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A Honda Pilot owner has almost run out of repair options. Electrical Failures. 866-594-4150 Call us! 1996 Ram 1500 with a heater problem. Always hot air. Cheap Heater Repairs. 2003 Silverado with Reduced Engine Power. Electric Throttle. Is Synthetic Engine Oil Better? 2002 Chevy Truck Flashing Check Engine Light. 2001 Diesel Ford wont fill with fue…
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Under The Hood Talks To A Formula Drift Racer
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The guys go Under The Hood with Kyle Mohan Formula Drift Racer and talk about what it's like to burn loads of rubber off tires in a cloud of smoke and fire and action as the racers perform this extreme sport. More to come down the road from our friend Kyle Mohan.By Nordstroms Automotive inc.
Thanks for the show support Trucker Joe! Big Body Fleetwood Caddy with a engine fan issue. 2003 F150 5.4 Engine Knock. The New Bronco Gets Attention. Old Jeeps Still Rock! 2000 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. Fan issues. Air Conditioning Problem in a 2005 Equinox. 1994 E350 Ford Van 460 Engine Catalytic Converters.…
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What Brand Of Car Do You Remember From Its New Car Smell
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1964 Pontiac Ventura Power Problems. Edelbrock Carb Headers. Old Gas. 2018 Cadillac 2019 Chevy Truck. Running A Generator From a Car Tank. Hurricane Damage. Vehicle Power Outlets. Car Smells. Please Share The Show with one person. 1999 Toyota Camry Transmission Cooler Line Replacement. 2007 Honda Ridgeline Dies. Used Car Problems. 2003 Impala Radio…
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Do You Have Unresolved Free Recalls That Could Be A Safety Issue
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2015 and older Kia vehicles may have a safety issue. 1998 Buick Lesabre 3.8 Surges, Transmission, EVAP System Check Engine Light. 2013 Toyota 4 Runner Seat Heaters. Automotive Electrical. Ford Focus Fuel System Pills for Fuel Mileage. Is it real? Home Use Car Scanners. Ignition Coils. 2011 Honda Pilot Transmission Flush or not. Ethanol Use in cars …
Bob Regerh collected cars for many years and even invented the "moon Walk" bouncy castle which allowed him to afford the cars. Now they are all up for auction by non other than the famed Vanderbrink Auctions Shannon's own sister.By Nordstroms Automotive inc.
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The Straight Shift #68: How to Name Your Car (and Why You Should)
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In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about how to name your car, and WHY you even should. She shares the long history of naming vehicles, as well as her personal reasons for why everyone should name their car. She also shares her personal methodology for deciding on the perfect name for your car that she has used to name her…
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Autonomous Vehicles Haven't Gone Away
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New testing facilities are being created as new 5g tech comes in to the market. Who's in the seat next to you? A Hummer H3, Is it a good deal? Diesel Fuel Additives, what's right for you? Powerstroke Diesel Fuel System Failure. 2002 Town Car Security. A Big Classic Car Auction is coming soon. Listen at the end for details. 2004 Volvo T6 Eats Coils.…
8 Speed GM Transmission Issues. 2015 Denali Transmission Hard Engagement. Fluid Change. 2004 Chevy Tahoe Steering Wheel Controls and Rear Heater Temp. 1986 C4 Corvette Tuned Port Injection has Doughnut problems. Fuel Pressure Issue. Engine Overheats. 1996 F150 Air Conditioning. Used Parts Car-Part. 2006 Ford Edge 200k mile service. 1983 Chevy S10 D…
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2008 Mercedes Sprinter, Rear Axle Bearing Repair
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When Is The Time To Call A Car An Old Car
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1995 Eagle Vision Electrical Turn Signals. Body Control Modules. 1990 GMC Battery Drain Slipping Clutch and Leaking Brakes. 2003 Pontiac Montana Engine Overheats and Plugged Catalytic Converter Used Engine Replacement. Leon Carnes Won the Hoodie Giveaway. 1998 Honda Civic Rust Repair. Body Work. Speaker Removal 2004 Honda. 2009 Dodge 1500 Dash Heat…
2005 Toyota Tundra Battery Drain. Electrical Circuits. 1986 Classic Toyota Truck. Weber Carburetor, Engine Run On. 1969 Pontiac Classic Firebird. Overheating. Radiator Upgrades. Buick Park Avenue Gages and Battery Replacement. Battery Power Saver. 1984 Oldsmobile Toranado Cooing System Leaks. KSeal. 012 Dodge Ram Trucks Duesel Fuel Leak. 2004 GMC Y…
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The Straight Shift, #67: 7 Exciting New Vehicles For 2021 (including the return of the Ford Bronco!)
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In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks about 7 new vehicles (all SUVs) making their debut for the 2021 model year, including the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime, the 2021 Toyota Venza, the 2021 Kia Seltos, the 2021 Genesis GV80, the 2021 Chevy Trailblazer and the 2021 Ford Bronco and Bronco Sport.…
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It's A Bad Day When Your Brakes Are Bad
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F250 Powerstroke Horn Issue, Hydroboost Brake Leak. 2001 Chevy Duramax Truck Injection System Diesel loses power. Mercury Grand Marquise Tires Rub. Shocks Struts Springs. Honda CRV Transmission Issue, When to sell a car. 1983 Ford Diesel Dually 6.9 Adding a Turbo. 2007 Silverado Truck 2500 Brake Problems.…
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How Many Cans Of Refrigerant Does It Take To Blow Up A Compressor
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2005 Honda CRV Speedometer and Tach. Check Engine Light. Code Scanner. Auto Parts Help. Cold Air Kits. Engine Performance. Chevy Trailblazer. Fuel Mileage. Mass Air Flow Sensor. Camshaft Phaser Ford 5.4. Active Fuel Management. Chevy and Ford and Dodge. Chevy Impala Back Up Cameras. Toyota Celica Shakes. Chris misses his Metro. Vehicle Alignment. E…
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Car Electronic Options Are Great Until They Break
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Gm and Ford in dash Radio Screens. Ford Escape AWD Transfer Case. Ford PTU. Automotive Software Upgrade. Chrysler Radio Blue Tooth. Chevy Cavalier. Steering Alignment. Ram Trucks Hemi Long Crank. Electronic Throttle. Fuel Injections. Dodge Diplomat. Holley Carb. Buick Encore SUV. Stalling Problems. Buick Turbo. Catalytic Converter. AC System Blower…
A stock split for Tesla as they grow. Why batteries turn cables black and leak. AGM Batteries. Automotive Electronics. 2011 Ford F250 Diesel. Diesel Exhaust Fluid System. 1998 Corvette battery changing and loss of programming. Key Fobs. Buying a crashed or repairable vehicle. Collision repair. Car Safety. Auto Financing. Another Hoodie Winner, Chri…
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1997 Mercury Grand Marquis, MAF Sensor Replacement
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VW Passat Uses Oil. Catch Cans, Oil Separators. Toyota Camry over 250k miles. Flashing Cruise Light. Check Engine Light. Transmission Repair. Current Drain. AGM Batteries. Alternator Failure. Electrical Systems. Hoodie Giveaway. Clark Eckland is the Winner. Download the Podcast App. 2005 Honda Pilot Oxygen Sensors. Lean and Rich. Radio Controls and…
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The Straight Shift, #66: 5 Car Shopping Pet Peeves that Cost You Time and Money
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In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick discusses 5 of her biggest car shopping pet peeves that will cost you valuable time and money. If these things annoy HER, you know they will drive you crazy. Worse, they can cost you to lose thousands of dollars when buying a car. So tune in to learn how to avoid these car shopping frustrations…
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350k Miles On A Car Is Nothing To Take Lightly
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A Chevy Uplander with 340k miles. How to keep a car going longer. When to sell a car. Transmission troubles. Fuel injection and an idea for a hot date with a scanner. Air Bag Failure. Engine Diagnostics. Automotive Electrical Problems. Fuel Tank Gauge. Classic Cars. Berkley Classics. Whats an old car worth? Dodge Dakota with low miles. Body Control…
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2006 Toyota Prius, High Voltage Battery Repair
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Chris gets back from a great road trip. Adding weight to a vehicle. Suspension upgrades. Ram Trucks Air Ride. 4 Wheel Drive. Helper Springs. Towing. Air Conditioning Repair. Keeping A Car Going. When to sell a car. Transmission Repair. Car Care. Care Repair. Transmission Fluid Changing. CVT. Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine MIss. Cracked Head. Remanufact…
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30 Years Under The Hood And More To Come
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We've completed 30 years Under The Hood and are ready for 30, 25, at least 20 more (: Uber eats buys a food service and Rivian adds more to its bank account. Electric Cars, Alternative Fuels, Ethanol. Diesel Injectors, Duramax. Fuel Additive. Transmission Repairs. EGR Valve Issue. Stalling Chevy Truck. Chris Loves Bears. Identifying an engine block…
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What Car From Your Past Would You Have Kept
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2002 S10 ZR2 High Fuel Trim. Mass Air Flow Sensors. Fuel Pumps. Cooling System Leaks. Kseal. Dodge Dakota. 30 Years Under The Hood. A Honda CRV with a clogged Radiator. Air Conditioning Repair. What car would you have kept from your past? 4 Wheel Drive. Driveability Issues. Electrical Repair. Automotive News.…
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The Straight Shift, #65: Exclusive Interview with the Mechanic Shop Femme
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In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick talks with automotive writer and educator Chaya Milchtein, the Mechanic Shop Femme, about how to know if a mechanic is lying to you, how to buy a used car and car care classes for teens and young adults.By The Car Chick
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Timing Chains and Oil Systems They Both Break Down
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When was the last time you hit a pothole? We digress. How is your oil system? We dig into a multi timing chain GM engine with oil system failure. Engine Computer Controls. Smoking Engines, Hard Starting. Transmission shifting. BMW Air Conditioning. Are Doctors and Mechanics anything alike? Seat Belt wearers unite. The new Corvette Mid-Engine is a m…
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What Is The Weirdest Car You Have Seen
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Weird Cars. EsCarGo, Pacer, VW Thing, Aztec, Vehicross,Dodge Truck Steering Play. Electronic Steering. Steering Noise. Chris can't take the heat. Win a Hoodie! Tow Haul Mode. Hard Transmission Shifting. Chevy Camaro Convertible. Axle noise. Tire noise.By Nordstroms Automotive inc.
Landrover Discovery with a built-in waterfall Cooling System problems. Air Conditioning Failure. Head Gaskets. Wheels that wont come off. Stuck Brakes. A Classic Chrysler Convertible Top issue. 1934 Plymouth Flat Plane Crank. Fixing up an old Honda Civic. Engine Misfire Codes. Salvage Cars. Chrysler corp leadership has a new name. Cold Air Intakes.…
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2006 Toyota Prius - Inverter Replacement
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Car Noises And Their Descriptions Have Changed
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Words that describe car noises have been added. Do you know them? Shannon uses the code Hoodie in the strangest places. Check engine lights Chevy Express Van 8.1 Low Power. Electric Throttles. Ford 4 Wheel Drive. Fuel Problems. Driveability. Suspension Noise. Chevy 4 Wheel Drive. Willys Jeep Snow Plow. Vintage Cars.…
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The Straight Shift, #64: How to Buy a Classic Car
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In this episode of "The Straight Shift", The Car Chick dishes out some tough reality checks about buying classic and vintage cars. She talks about what to buy, what NOT to buy, what to look out for, where to buy them, and how avoid being killed by your spouse for buying one.By The Car Chick
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A New Device Save Children's Lives From Hot Cars
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A 12 year old girl comes up with a device to save children from being trapped in a hot car. Don't forget the code "Hoodie" when visiting our partners to save money. A 1973 Mustang gets help. Automotive Safety. Automakers getting back to manufacturing cars and parts. Tesla ramps up cars and their stock. 2008 Chevy with a ring. Oil pressure issues. 5…
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2009 Ford Escape Hybrid, HV Battery Recharge
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Two stolen vehicles in Oregon crash into each other, a two for one for the authorities. Dumb Criminals A huge amount of Performance Cars stolen from a California dealership AC System Repair Head Gasket Cooling System Leaks A Land Rover with a Crankshaft Sensor issue. Low Power and Transmission Shifting Issues Flashing Overdrive Light Check Engine L…
