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Bumper to Bumper Radio, the car guys on KTAR, 92.3 FM in Phoenix, AZ, broadcast every Saturday from 11:00 am to noon. On this show, Dave Riccio of Tri-City Transmission in Tempe, AZ talks about getting your car ready for the big bad Arizona summer. Also on this show:

  • Check your car battery before the summer months hit
  • How long will my car battery last?
  • What is a cold cranking amp rating?
  • 1988 Honda Accord: Do you recommend anyone who can fix a factory radio?
  • 2004 Honda Accord: Should I use 10W30 or 5W20 oil in my car?
  • 1998 Chevrolet Malibu: The battery connectors always turn grey. Do you know why this is happening?
  • 1997 Honda Civic: How much should I expect to pay for a new battery?
  • 2009 Ford F150: Would you recommend that I re-program the computer for shift points now that I've put larger wheels on the truck?
  • 1998 Dodge Ram: I have a slow coolant leak that started three years ago and although it's not getting worse, I'm wondering if I should spend the money to fix it or just leave it alone?
  • 2005 Toyota 4Runner: What is the best brand of battery to buy?
  • 1999 Ford F250: The wipers intermittently turn on and off and I'm wondering if this could be a computer problem?
  • 2004 GMC Sierra: The oil pressure is very low when I start it in the morning and I'm wondering if there's a problem with the pump?

Cars talked about on this show are 1988 Honda Accord, 2004 Honda Accord, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu, 1997 Honda Civic, 2009 Ford F150, 1998 Dodge Ram, 2005 Toyota Forunner, 1999 Ford F250, 2004 GMC Sierra.