Almost made it, now this.

[doctormax]

The best thing in the world is when you got a problem and look and seek help when you get it and it brings you to safety.

[ct ertz]

Well, we made it to and from our event, that turned out great by te way, and we even have a ride to and from church in the morning so all is good. Thank you all. Car problems are always a bummer, but things will work out.

[Darwin]

If there's any luck left in your bag at all, it will 'only' be a blown head gasket. Here's hoping it's no worse.

[The-EDSEL]

charleswlkr54, you might be better off that the jerk Wasn't DWI.
That way You can Force him to replace your car. File a Law suit against him.
Everyone knows once charged with DUI, they Slap their wrist,
set them free to do it again, and make US pay for ALL damages They cause!!

[skidoosnopro]

I will say my prayers for you and your family .

I had a Bravada that did that . Needed a intake mainfold gasket . All gm products with V6 get a vlave cover gasket over a certain time . I ended up putting new engine in . If you go to have it fixed skip the dealer and go to your local engine shop they are always cheaper and do better work . God bless and good luck

[Pem Tech]

Originally Posted by SJPONeill

Same or similar thing for me at Christmas, John, petrol into the diesel tank due to the dumb-ass that filled it (yours truly!)...that stung!

We live miles from anywhere too, and not having a vehicle would probably do us in so really hoping things pan out for you, Corey - will keep you in our thoughts...

Simon

Youch.....
As a diver of a diesel VW this is my greatest fear. How much did it take to fix it?


Best of luck to you John.

[SJPONeill]

John

Just under $600 - not as bad as it could have been - in my defence, the handles on the pumps here are normally organised petrol 91, petrol 95 diesel so we're used to grabbing the outside handle - the service station was petrol diesel petrol and had so many tags and promotional flyers tied to the pump handles they obscured the labelling on each on; add to that being in a hurry to get home after a long week away and one's on the slippery slope to a late nigh tow job...

Simon

[Fishcarver]

John: Let us know how you are making out!
Your friend,
JR

[charleswlkr54]

Sorry, Edsel, I forgot to mention that that moron didn't have insurance and I had uninsured motorist, so my insurance company went after him. All I could personally have done was take him to small claims court (i wasn't injured by the way-only was doring 30mph and I am a compulsive seat and sholder belt wearer!) for 2 days lost wages. Decided it would cost me more than I could get!!

[ct ertz]

Oh, thank God! The machanic said that the water pump is shot, the housing came lose and both the pump and seals need replace. He is charging us $100 bucks labor plus parts. The new pump is only $60.00. Not sure what seals and an oil change will cost but it sure will not be the $1000s that I had thought. And a friend of mine was kind enough to help out a little with some cash as he knows our current situation regarding money. So I should have a working car before I need it for chemo next week. All is well. Thank you all.