cocreator
10-14-2014, 11:33 AM
Hi Community ~
My ancient Toyota Corolla appears to have fuel issues that are likely electrical in nature (a former mechanic took a look at it, but can do nothing without a repair shop). It's not running, though the engine turns over; just doesn't "catch". His preliminary diagnosis is too much fuel flooding the ignition. Additionally, the radiator reservoir (the space beneath the cap) is completely empty, which may be a separate problem.
I need a "driveability diagnostic" to know for certain what the problem is and whether it's worth fixing. A neighbor who works on cars says this can be accomplished by a computer that has the Toyota software installed. However, a mechanic shop located 2 minutes on foot from where the car is parked refused to look at it unless I have it towed in.
My Q is: can anyone do a mobile diagnostic, i.e., come to where the car is, so that I do not have to potentially "waste" 2 of my 4 annual AAA calls to have it towed in both directions? My friend the mechanic believes it's a major repair job, and thus, even though the engine is still good, perhaps not worth the expense on a car this old. Of course I would pay the mobile technician.
I'm also open to a good second-hand automatic car for sale (smoke-free!), or to share. I only need it about half the week, sometimes much less; flexible.
All ideas and leads welcome!
Thanks and blessings ~
My ancient Toyota Corolla appears to have fuel issues that are likely electrical in nature (a former mechanic took a look at it, but can do nothing without a repair shop). It's not running, though the engine turns over; just doesn't "catch". His preliminary diagnosis is too much fuel flooding the ignition. Additionally, the radiator reservoir (the space beneath the cap) is completely empty, which may be a separate problem.
I need a "driveability diagnostic" to know for certain what the problem is and whether it's worth fixing. A neighbor who works on cars says this can be accomplished by a computer that has the Toyota software installed. However, a mechanic shop located 2 minutes on foot from where the car is parked refused to look at it unless I have it towed in.
My Q is: can anyone do a mobile diagnostic, i.e., come to where the car is, so that I do not have to potentially "waste" 2 of my 4 annual AAA calls to have it towed in both directions? My friend the mechanic believes it's a major repair job, and thus, even though the engine is still good, perhaps not worth the expense on a car this old. Of course I would pay the mobile technician.
I'm also open to a good second-hand automatic car for sale (smoke-free!), or to share. I only need it about half the week, sometimes much less; flexible.
All ideas and leads welcome!
Thanks and blessings ~