In this episode we talk with www.blingsauce.com CEO Patrick Jones. We find out how the company was started, the products they offer for cars, boats and RVs and also find out I'm lazy. You can also get 20 percent off your order when buying directly from blingsauce.com but you need to listen to find out how. We also talk with radio family member Tom …

We start up The Car Doctor today with calls. Ron starts this episode with a caller from PA and some questions about his 2015 Jaguar XF. The Jag recently had an engine noise which required a replacement of the timing chain and tensioners. EVER SINCE, it hesitates when starting out. Complicated? Yes! Tune in to hear how Ron breaks it down into a simp…

In this episode we talk with www.blingsauce.com CEO Patrick Jones. We find out how the company was started, the products they offer for cars, boats and RVs and also find out I'm lazy. You can also get 20 percent off your order when buying directly from blingsauce.com but you need to listen to find out how. We also talk with radio family member Tom …

Ron starts this episode talking about a chat with a friend at his Cross Fit gym regarding leasing versus buying a vehicle; which is better? He opens the phones today with a call on a 2020 Ford F250 Super Duty Pickup truck where the caller changed the fuel filter and then had some problems getting the truck to start & run. Ron goes over some of the …

Ron picks up the phones right away this hour. Dan from Wisconsin is first up in this look back to October 10, 2014. Dan is considering buying a 2013 Cadillac buyback vehicle. A good deal based on a cheap price, or not? Is it worth its advertised "ridiculously low price". Its a new car turn in from the first owner that GM is selling but now repaired…

Ron welcomes first time guest Dan Curtis from AZ AMC Restorations in Peoria Arizona. It seems Dan had posted about problems he is having with having engine machine work done correctly and in a timely manner. Ron read the post on social media and the attached interview is the result. Tune in to hear the problems with engine rebuilding today from som…

Ron sits down and talks to Ben Johnson of Repairify Inc about their procedure and process to help both mechanical and collosion shops deal with the technology found on todays vehicles. This is the stand alone interview from the May 4, 2024 show, the First half of the Second Hour. For more information about them visit their website at https://repair…

With summer driving season and warm weather upon us now is the time to think about servicing your vehicles Air Conditioning. Here is the stand alone interview with Issac Nielsen of Mahle Aftermarket and we are coving the basics to upcoming changes to the category. Find more about Mahle Equipment at https://www.servicesolutions.mahle.com/eu/en/produ…

In this episode we talk Hari Nayar the VP of Fleet Electrification & Sustainability at Merchants Fleet. We cover everything from battery life, recycling and touch on hydrogen. Then we review the Fiido T2 E-Bike and chat with our listeners on this Cinco de Mayo and Orthodox Easter Rate This Podcast由johnfpaul

In this episode we talk Hari Nayar the VP of Fleet Electrification & Sustainability at Merchants Fleet. We cover everything from battery life, recycling and touch on hydrogen. Then we review the Fiido T2 E-Bike and chat with our listeners on this Cinco de Mayo and Orthodox Easter由john paul

Ben Johnson of Repairify joins Ron to talk about a different approach to auto repair utilizing remote scan tool access and programing. Next, Ron interviews Dan Curtis. He is the owner of AZ AMC Restorations in Peoria AZ, just outside of Phoenix. Ron talks to Dan about a recent post he made on social media and the problems he is having getting engin…

First Interview. Issac Nielsen of Mahle Equipment talking about AC Systems. Current and new technology, coming changes in the handling of 134 refrigerant and correctly charging the system with a machine regardless if 134A or 1234YF Refrigerant. Ron takes a call from a listener in Va that wants to change the trans fluid on his wife’s Toyota. Ron clo…

Ron hits the ground running with a caller that is burning oil in his 2007 Toyota RAV 4. He covers his thoughts on why the manufacturers oil change interval may be the reason why. He then talks to Arlene from Michigan. She is having an issue with her 1999 Volvo 5 speed that has a random ABS, Traction control light coming that no one can give her a d…

Todays Classic Car Dr episode begins with Ron's telling of the tale and answers the question of what is the hardest vehicle to repair. A 2000 Ford E150 Van with a new engine that doesn't run and was towed in from another shop. He walks us through some detailed diagnosis and provides the how and why along the way. He also dives into an explanation o…

In this episode I talk with the Overseas sales manager of Fiido E-Bikes about why I like all things with wheels, including e-bikes. Plus an update from producer Jesse about where he was last week (check out hometown ghost stories) and answer some email questions.由johnfpaul

In this episode I talk with the Overseas sales manager of Fiido E-Bikes about why I like all things with wheels, including e-bikes. Plus an update from producer Jesse about where he was last week (check out hometown ghost stories) and answer some email questions.由john paul

Ron starts this episode talking about Kia recalling Telluride vehicles that can roll away when placed in park. Next, its a return call from Esther to say thank you for Ron's help in finding a climate control module for an 03 Anniversary Edition Corvette. She was able to find the part and wants everyone to know where she found it. Ron then goes into…

Ron starts this episode talking about the value in following a diagnostic routine on a consistent basis to diagnose and fix a vehicle. He recounts a car from the shop this week as an example; a 2016 Mini Cooper with a rear wiper problem. Then he takes a call on an 2007 Mustang GT500 where the cruise control is not working. Ron then talk to a listen…

Ron opens todays Classic Car Doctor episode working on an oldie but a goodie, an 80's Ford Fairmont. Showing us all that vehicle age has no relevance to a diagnostic approach, he walks us through the steps of what to look for in this no crank, no start vehicle. Ron then goes to Iowa on call to discuss synthetic engine oil, air filters and Nitrogen …

Ron starts todays' episode of Classic Car Doctor talking about his favorite tool; its always right, easy to use and real, real simple, Can you guess what it is? As an example he discusses a repair from the shop this week on a customers older Buick. He then goes to New Orleans for a first call and talks to the proud owner of a 2006 Chevy Silverado t…

In this episode we talk with Che Cooper the founder and president of the www.womenofwolfsburg.com This is an all-women's VW enthusiast group founded here in New England. Che has owned 100 VWs and currently has nine. We also review the 2024 Mercedes CLA250-4Matic.由john paul

In this episode we talk with Che Cooper the founder and president of the www.womenofwolfsburg.com This is an all-women's VW enthusiast group founded here in New England. Che has owned 100 VWs and currently has nine. We also review the 2024 Mercedes CLA250-4Matic.由johnfpaul

Ron starts this episode with a call on an 05 Sienna that has multiple personality disorder; more than just a miss fire and spends some time trying to convince its owner HOW to diagnose in a consistent manner. His next call is from Richard in Louisiana; he has a 2014 Avalon with a backup camera beeping that stopped working; Ron gets him to the answe…

Ron is very busy this hour; he starts this episode talking about the 80% rule of auto repair; when its ok to take your best shot and guess or as Ron puts it "The Mr. Spock Time Travel Conundrum" to fix a car, He then cites an example from the shop this past week; a 2014 Ford Escape with high mileage and a turbocharger fault. He then helps a caller …

In this second part of Classic Car Dr this week its all phone calls! Ron opens the segment taking multiple questions//calls on transmission service & repair; Both Chrysler products; one a 1996 Chrysler New Yorker and the other a 1998 RAM 2500 Pickup Truck. He then jumps into a conversation picking up where he left off with John from Vermont who has…

Welcome to this weeks Classic Car Doctor lead-off episode. Today its from August 16, 2014 and Ron opens the show with a story from his shop. Things were humming along and flowing UNTIL this 1999 Honda Accord showed up with an intermittent crank but no start problem and no service appointment. It had no spark, no injector pulse and no fuel pressure …

In this episode we were supposed to talk about the 60 years of the Porsche 911, but we didn't connect with our guest. Then we talked with Mark Schieldrop of AAA about AAA's ESG plans. I also wanted to thank all of the people who congratulated me on my NHTSA Lifetime Achievement Award, which I am truly humbled by.…

In this episode we were supposed to talk about the 60 years of the Porsche 911, but we didn't connect with our guest. Then we talked with Mark Schieldrop of AAA about AAA's ESG plans. I also wanted to thank all of the people who congratulated me on my NHTSA Lifetime Achievement Award, which I am truly humbled by.…