Search results

It seems my bearings are bad on the Northstar (2005) Dealer and indy mechanics both reco replacing the engine. Any thoughts or advice on having the engine replaced? Dealer wants 12K, indy will do for 9.8 with a GM crate. Anyone have experience with this or know of someone reputable and less...

Hello. Hoping to get some insight on this issue before having to go to the dealer. 2005 XLR, appx 105K mi. Upon starting, I get a sound akin to valve clattering. Worse after sitting overnight, makes me think oil. But oil level is fine, oil pressure looks good when running. Any thoughts...

search does not seem to be working so... my 2005 XLR has been working fine, fob needs an occasional battery, but today the fobs stopped working. Could not enter the vehicle. Finally got in via the manual method and the car won't start with either fob as normal. (yes I changed both batteries)...

I just had to share that I had an exceptional experience with the folks at Windblox. Not only was their windblocker one of the lowest priced on the market and highly rated, they have great customer service. For $100 it is the best value on the market. They shipped the unit in excellent...

The owners manual basically indicates service at 50K and 100K. I got a note from the dealer stating I was due for 40K service. What does that entail and do you do it? I figured I was good with just oil changes and air filters. Anyone take their XLR in more frequently for service? I only drive...

Glad I found the group. :wave: Odd how things can turn sour. Good to be where the knowlege flows. -FFWD